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...
by Jane Stein | Oct 31, 2016 | Financing, Franchise Advice
You have made the decision to explore franchising opportunities, and maybe even have some idea of what kind of franchise you would like to operate. Maybe you are ready to own your own business after climbing the corporate ladder – and you now want to control...