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Archive for December, 2007

Top Resolutions for Franchise Dreamers

December 25th, 2007

The countdown is over and the New Year is here. With every New Year, comes a set of new resolutions: some of them can be kept and some not. So, …

Franchises Grab Their Piece of the Holiday Retail Pie

December 17th, 2007

Despite all the gloom and doom predictions of a dire economy, Americans are expected to spend an average of $924 per person this holiday season. While that figure may not …

One Secret to Long-Term Success

December 17th, 2007

Over 40 some years of business I have studied hundreds of companies, some big, some small and a lot in the middle. I have been hired to turn companies …

Welcome to the Middle Ageless

December 17th, 2007

There’s no denying that Baby Boomers are a potent force in American life. A nice article in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel detailed just how potent a force. And just …

Environmentally Friendly Franchises Succeed With Feel-Good Message

December 13th, 2007

Being environmentally conscious is not a fad anymore, it is the urgent need. But, it does not mean an occasional throwing of soda-cans into recycling bin; commitment to this cause …

Maid Brigade Sales Center Aims to Make Life Easier for Franchisees

December 12th, 2007

Acquiring new customers is a critical part of growing any businesses. That’s why Maid Brigade developed a National Sales Center (NSC). It’s the only service of its kind in …

Start on the Path to Franchising Your Business

December 11th, 2007

The most difficult phase of any journey is the starting point. If everything is done well in the beginning, then the rest will be smooth too. So, it is quite …

Franchising Growing Among Women, Minorities

December 7th, 2007

According to the research by the International Franchise Association, 20% of the total franchising industry in America is owned by minorities and 25% by women! These two segments of people …

Make Most of Winter to Prepare for Spring’s Handy Franchise Boom

December 6th, 2007

P.B. Shelley said “If winter comes, can spring be far behind!” So, if you’re a planning to invest in franchising business, then consider the handyman, repair and restoration, …

When Is It Time To Leave Your Full-Time Job For a Franchise?

December 5th, 2007

There are two kinds of people who go for franchising. One group comes because they have prior experience in the field and the other because they want to become successful …