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The Nine Franchise Industry Terms Everybody Ought To Know
We explain clearly nine pieces of franchise terminology that are less well-known but still essential to understand if you decide to enter into the franchise line of business.
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Chem-Dry Franchise Revitalizes Brand and Continues Global Expansion
Over the past couple of years, Chem-Dry’s approach to system-wide updates has propelled the brand even further as the world’s top carpet cleaning franchise. Franchisees have been continually investing in the concept for 37 years after the brand’s initial beginnings in Utah in 1977.
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Four Things You Need to Be a Successful Franchisee
Starting and operating a franchise is a challenge, and it takes more than just a bit of money to succeed. The right types of personality and material resources are also required, and two of each are looked at in more detail here.
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Singapore and Malaysia, Here Comes Franchise Direct Asia!
Read about how Franchise Direct's new Asian site is expanding and opening portals in Malaysia and Singapore.
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When Retirees Become Franchisees
For many, retirement is a daunting life stage to go through. Whilst some retirees cannot wait to enjoy the comforts of living according to their own rules and time, others become easily frustrated as their ambition didn't retire with them. This is when they can become a franchisee.
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Six Things the Franchisee Boss Should Never Say
Many franchisees will never have acted as a boss before, and carrying the task out can be a culture shock. For some it results in becoming authoritarian, while others may try too hard to be their employees’ best friend, thus losing respect. Staying away from these phrases will help to strike a balance between the two.
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The Franchise Shows and Researching
The next round of Franchise Shows, organised by the Canadian Franchise Association, are approaching. Make sure to combine attending them with online research to make your franchise choosing a wise decision.
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Cake Sale in aid of Concern Worldwide for International Women's Day
March 8th this year marks International Women’s Day, a day intended to celebrate women the world over and draw attention to some of the most vital issues that women face today.
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Lessons for Franchises: 2013 IFA Conference
With well over 3,000 attendees, this year’s IFA convention was the largest yet, providing a vital forum for the exchange of ideas and information as well as a platform for the discussion of important issues relating to the franchising industry.
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IFA Convention – Day 2: Interviews & Taste of Franchising
On day 2 of the IFA Convention in Las Vegas, Franchise Direct began interviewing some of the leading figures in the franchising scene.
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Franchise Direct at the 2013 IFA Conference in Las Vegas
Franchise Direct is in attendance at the 53rd Annual IFA Conference in Las Vegas.
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Locating Top Franchises for 2013
Where to invest assets and energy going forward into 2013 is on the minds of many potential franchise partners looking for the right investment opportunity. What makes a franchise viable and how can franchisees find one that suits their needs and interests? Consider some of the following points for the year ahead.
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Aussie Pet Mobile Reaching Exciting Expansion Goals
As the largest global pet grooming service franchise, Aussie Pet Mobile has brought mobility and quality pet care to regions far and wide.
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The Toronto Franchise Show is Approaching
Attending events where franchisors and potential franchisees meet in the same venue is an excellent way to discover the franchise industry. Franchisors can share information with potential upcoming business owners and those interested in franchising can perform necessary research.
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Benefits of Buying an Existing Franchise Business
Potential franchise buyers interested in existing franchises may be looking for select benefits which make buying an already established business appealing instead of entering into a startup franchise opportunity.
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Franchising in Canada 2012
The franchise industry in Canada is second largest in the world with over 76,000 franchise locations and growing each year.
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Green Franchise Profiles
These profiles offer detailed information on the green practices employed by two of the leading businesses in the green industry.
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Seasonal Franchises
Seasonal franchises are based around services that are generally suited to certain seasons, such as ice-cream franchises, garden services and Christmas gift outlets. But these franchises can also be adapted to work all year around. Find out more about seasonal franchises here...
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Retail Franchise Opportunities
The retail industry is a prime and profitable market to operate in. Read the following article on this wide-ranging retail industry, and see if this is an industry sector you want to become part of?
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Franchise Ownership Can Retire the Rocking Chair Myth
Many people over the retiring age dream of owning a business when they leave the traditional workforce. And there is no reason that older people driven by the entrepreneurial spirit cannot achieve their dream.
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The Marketing Genius Behind McDonald's Franchise Success
When people think about the franchising concept, McDonalds usually comes up first as a prime example. And though McDonald's was not the first franchise business – Isaac Singer, the inventor of the sewing machine gets credit for originating the franchise idea -- the hamburger chain certainly exemplifies franchising success.
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Financial Service Franchising Options
The financial services sector is rapidly expanding world wide, with many individuals seeking revenue for business and franchise start up costs. Why don't you become part of this profitable franchise industry, with a financial services franchise? Read this article on financial services franchising.
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Starbucks - A Coffee Franchise?
Read about one of the world's best known small business successes here! Read about Starbucks coffee phenomenon and why it is has become the leader in the coffee industry. Find out how you can apply the business principles of Starbucks Corp and apply them to an investment in a top coffee franchise...
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Top 50 Franchise Awards
Want to enter the Franchisee satisfaction awards competition in North America 2009… Read Franchise Direct's article on the top fifty franchises for 2008, and receive key tips on how to enter your franchise opportunity for next year’s awards. Visit Franchise Business Review!
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The Future Is Bright for Franchising in India
India, which has a growing middle-class of over one billion people, is now positioned as a major force in the global economy and fertile ground for investment in retail and business development. The franchising industry in India is expected to grow at an annual rate of 30 percent, and to drive the country’s current $330 retail sector even higher.
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Franchise Territory – Secure Your Rights before You Sign
As a franchisee, you want to feel secure that your territory and market are protected, and yield the expected returns. The only way to put protections in place regarding your territorial rights is before you sign the Franchise Agreement. Some franchisors do not offer exclusivity rights, and you should know and understand that before making any commitment.
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Top 10 Traits of a Good Franchisee
So you are interested in running your own franchise or business opportunity? Before you take the plunge, you need to engage in some serious personal soul searching about the type of individual you are. Here you will find the top 10 traits franchisors are most likely to be looking for in potential franchisees. Take a look at each one and consider if your personality matches any of them.
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Part-Time Franchising
Part Time Franchising is an excellent business opportunity for individuals wanting to balance a work life ethic with their social life. It has the ability to offer individuals the opportunity to be their own boss, and also to incorporate family, social and civic obligations.
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Net Worth Calculator
Our Franchise Net Worth Calculator will help you determine how much you can safely and reasonably afford to invest in your new franchise business. This FREE service is fast and easy to use, and will help you establish an accurate value of your total net worth. Franchise Direct provides this convenient interactive tool to assist you with the qualification process toward franchise ownership.
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How Franchising Works
The partners in a franchise agreement are the franchisor, who grants the franchise license to the franchisee, who invests in it.