7 Signs You Should Invest in a Franchise
Thinking about becoming a franchisee? How do you know when the time is right to move forward and sign on the dotted line? When observed...
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Franchise Legal Counsel Matters
Franchise lawyers are well versed in the ins and outs of the franchise business model. It’s vital for prospective franchisees to fully understand all documentation...
Ask a Marketing Expert: What marketing strategies will help a franchise brand succeed at both the corporate and local levels?
A successful franchise brands are built on a strategic foundation that considers marketing across the corporate level and local markets. Whether you’re a franchisor overseeing...
Ask a Legal Expert: When, and why, should I hire a franchise lawyer?
Prospective franchise clients often ask when they should retain a lawyer. My answer is almost always the same. A franchisor client should retain a franchise...
The Myths and Facts of Standout Customer Service
Easy ways that small business owners can improve the customer experience—at every stage of their journey No matter the sector, franchised small business owners face...
As a franchisee in Ontario, what do I need to know about employee terminations?
Many entrepreneurs begin their commercial journey by opening a franchise. As first-time business owners, navigating the laws that govern employment relationships can be challenging. Often...
What should I consider before investing in an emerging franchise brand?
Franchising has long been a pathway to entrepreneurial success, offering individuals the opportunity to run a business with a proven model and established brand. While...
Marketing’s Inclusion Revolution
By putting diversity and inclusion at the forefront of your marketing and hiring efforts, your small business can reach all-new audiences Often the first exposure...
How do franchisors harness data to better understand their franchisee leads? And as a would-be franchisee, how can I ensure that my online presence paints a good picture for my ideal franchisor?
In the fast-paced, highly competitive world of franchise development, understanding potential franchisee leads is paramount to franchise system success, and as the landscape evolves, so...
What’s the importance of franchise advisory councils?
In a 2018 booklet titled “Building a Franchise Advisory Council That Gets Results,” published by Franchise Business Review, the authors state: “Franchise advisory councils (FACs)...