According to the International Franchise Association, the franchise industry is set to grow by 1.7% in 2016, resulting in almost 800,000 franchises in the U.S. With the continued growth and success of the franchise sector, opening a franchise is... (Read More)

“I really think, when you get the right people around the right idea, amazing things are possible. Things you never imagined. And I think that’s part of how I’ve managed to run the company for so long - wanting to see what was possible when... (Read More)

Many elements come into play when it comes to business success. But a vital component for a successful franchise and business is customer service. Here are a few simple suggestions you can apply (or improve on if you already do them) to help your... (Read More)

Many people who dream of being their own boss cite the opportunity to work from home as a big motivator. Did you know there are many franchise opportunities that allow you to do so? When you are ready to take that step, one of the first things... (Read More)

Inspiration can be found all around us. It can be seen in the mother who gets home from work late and still finds time to do everybody's laundry. The father who picks up extra shifts to make sure there is always food not only for his family, but... (Read More)

Have you ever heard the name Gary Vaynerchuk? This 40 year old, who was born in Babruysk, Belarus, and immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 2, is one of today's most successful entrepreneurs - building his family's $3 million dollar business into a... (Read More)

Franchise owners do it all. They take care of everything from the bookkeeping to the cleaning. One large part of being a franchise owner (or a small business owner) is hiring the right people to work alongside you. Today we want to focus on one of... (Read More)

Are you ready to be your own boss? If you are considering a franchise, here are a few franchising basics to get you started: The IFA defines a franchise as, "the agreement or license between two legally independent parties which gives a person... (Read More)

What do you have in common with successful entrepreneurs? Probably more than you think. Sometimes it is hard to look at those who have been so successful and think that you are in any way like them. It's easy to jump to conclusions and assume... (Read More)