Choosing the Right Franchise
Questions To Ask Before You Search For a Franchise
BY JOEL LIBAVA | January 25, 2013 Before you start searching for that perfect franchise to buy, there are (at least) three questions you need to get answers to. That way, when you do find some great franchises to explore, you’ll be ready to move forward if one of them…
THE LIFECYCLE OF A FRANCHISE SYSTEM
Four Stages: Which one is best for you? BY MARC KIEKENAPP | January 4, 2013 Understanding the “Lifecycle” of the franchise system can help you make a better decision on what may be the right franchise for you. Here are a few hints on what to look for during your…
Thinking about buying a franchise? Consider These Resources
BY MARC KIEKENAPP | November 28, 2012 Entrepreneurship is a journey that many people dream about but very few pursue. If you are reading this article about franchise ownership you are in the top 10% of people that aspire to be their own boss and own their own business. The…
Top Ten Secrets to Selecting the Right Franchise
BY MARC KIEKENAPP | August 21, 2012 As you start your journey investigating franchise opportunities, its imperative you know some of the secrets that will allow you to make a better choice for you and your family. Let’s explore some of those secrets. 1. Understand your Goals for Franchise Ownership:…
Balancing Lifestyle With A Top Performing Franchise System
BY MARC KIEKENAPP | July 30, 2012 When searching for the right franchise for you and your family it is important to take the time to understand what you are looking for in a franchise concept and how it will work with your family commitments and goals. The investment level…
Finding a Franchise That Brings Out the Best In You
BY MARC KIEKENAPP | July 12, 2012 Looking for the best franchise for you and your family is a daunting task. When I grew up my parents taught me how to shop for groceries, cars and then eventually a home, but they never exposed me to the ins and outs…
Service-based Business Franchising and the Secret to Success
BY JAY CAPPERELLA | November 5, 2012 An old boss once said to me “sales, it is just the story you tell”. My good friend and mentor constantly says: “when you disappear, they (the client) show up, and success is imminent”. I have carried those thoughts with me through the…