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Shopping For a Franchise Business?
Whenever I meet someone in person, or via phone/Skype, that tells me that they're "shopping for a franchise," I stiffen up, and immediately enter the stress-zone. My blood pressure rises, the vein in the middle of my forehead starts to...Is The Franchise Business Model Starting To Suck Some Serious Wind?
Will Someone Please Tell The Bankers That President Obama Signed The Small Business Bill?
American Express OPEN Forum Launches Free iPhone App Focused On Small Business
I really enjoy being associated with the American Express OPEN Forum site, and quite frankly, I love being able to rub elbows with some of the biggest names in small business, that write there, too.They've done it again; they've just created a...Will More Franchise Businesses Start To Open In Small Town USA?
Most franchisors stay the course when it comes to searching for new franchisees, and even new franchise locations. They open new franchises in, or at least close to, major population centers. Personally, I've received inquiries from people...5 New Year's Resolutions For Prospective New Small Business/Franchise Owners
January is usually a month filled with hope. For some, it's also filled with fantasies of unshackling themselves from their corporate desks, and becoming their own bosses. Although only a small percentage of people actually have the courage to...Don't Read This From 1979 If You're Considering Franchise Ownership
Two short years after I graduated Charles F. Brush High School with less than flying colors, this uplifting take on franchising was inked; "Don’t believe that acceptance of you by a franchiser means they have evaluated your ability to get the...Is The US Economy Really Improving?
I keep hearing that the US economy is showing signs of improvement. But, where am I hearing that? Cable news networks Some newspapers Some small business owners I'm also hearing the opposite. I'm hearing some negative economic news...Franchise Business Financing; Borrow Money From Yourself!
You have researched the franchise that you are interested in. You have visited with current franchisees, and spent the day at the franchisors headquarters. Now, it's time to get a loan. One little problem; The banks are still a little paranoid...Buying A Franchise; It's The System
Most of the folks that I consult with in their quest for the best franchise business opportunity to invest in, are looking at franchising for one reason; There is already a "system" in place. However, some of those systems are better...Some Franchise Concepts Are Goin' Mobile
"I can pull up by the curb I can make it on the road Goin' mobile I can stop in any street Invitin’ people that we meet Goin' mobile Keep me movin"- From The Who, "Goin Mobile"Could a franchise opportunity that does business in a mobile...Searching For A Perfect Franchise To Own
You want to be your own boss. You want to find that elusive pot of gold. You want to find a "perfect scenario" which would allow you to become a wealthy small business owner. You don't really want to put it all on the line to do so, however. You'...
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