by Jane Stein | Dec 26, 2018 | Benefits of Franchising, Franchise Advice, Franchise Research
The REAL way to research and understand franchise models Many people are not aware that franchising, and franchise sales in particular, are regulated by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The good news about that is that a tremendous amount of information will...
by Jane Stein | Apr 19, 2018 | Be the boss, Benefits of Franchising, Family Business, Franchise Advice, Reinvention, She Owns It, Uncategorized
Jane Abraham has enjoyed a successful career in the private sector, the non-profit sector and the political arena. Most recently, she served as Chairman of the Congressional Commission to Study the Potential for a National Women’s History Museum. Jane’s professional...
by Jane Stein | Apr 18, 2018 | Be the boss, Franchise Advice, Franchise Research, Information, Semi Absentee Franchise
Every day we talk with prospective investors who are considering franchise opportunities. Over the years we have heard most of these – so we thought it would be a good idea to share our thoughts on why these questions, while they may make sense on the surface,...
by Jane Stein | Sep 9, 2017 | Business Ownership, Franchise Advice
Fear.. We are all exposed to it in varying amounts of intensity at times. We have all experienced it since childhood. And as adults, fear can sometimes keep us up at night. Our fears change over time. Children are afraid of monsters under the bed or getting into an...
by Jane Stein | Aug 15, 2017 | Franchise Advice
When you are investigating a franchise or any business opportunities, it’s important to be committed to doing a lot of legwork. Remember when you are speaking with a franchise, you are either speaking to the franchise development team or directly with the owner in...
by Jane Stein | Jun 8, 2017 | Business Ownership, Franchise Advice
Every relationship has its struggles and its triumphs. These trials can be as difficult as they are rewarding. The relationship between a franchisee and a franchisor is no different. An oft-cited scientific paper(1) sought to understand overall franchisee satisfaction...
