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Mar 10, 2015

Franchising versus Licensing

Franchising and licensing are two forms of business development models where a party, either a franchisor or a licensor, grants to a third party the rights to use its intellectual property within...

Mar 6, 2015

How to Find a Franchise that Suits You

When you’re considering a franchise opportunity, the first important consideration is whether the needs of the business you are examining is a fit for your personality, skills, and goals....

Mar 3, 2015

Leveraging Peer Groups In Franchising

Franchise systems appropriately tout the benefits to franchisees of being part of a network of peers who can learn best practices from one another. Generally the synergies that come from...

Feb 27, 2015

Power to the People

There was an advertising campaign for a national burger chain in the 70’s that had a catchy jingle. It went “hold the pickle, hold the lettuce special orders don’t upset us all we ask is that you...

Feb 24, 2015

The Rapid Growth in Residential Maid Service...

The residential maid service business has been around forever, but only in the last few decades has it become accessible and popular across all income levels and demographics. The rapid growth in...

Feb 17, 2015

The Location You Lease is MORE Important than...

This article is for Franchisees and prospective Franchisees. Virtually every franchise system has Franchisees that are doing well or struggling. Franchises operate on a “cookie cutter” system where...

Feb 10, 2015

Incorporating Considerations for Franchisees

Many prospective franchisees will consider the question of whether or not to incorporate for the purpose of operating their new franchise. Planning ahead, understanding what incorporating means and...

Feb 3, 2015

Responsibilities Under The Wishart Act

The Ontario Wishart Act (Franchise Disclosure), 2000 (“Wishart Act”) governs franchising and franchising relationships in Ontario. Enacted in 2001, the Wishart Act was Ontario’s first franchising...

Jan 30, 2015

If It Ain’t Broke Do You Have To Fix It?

Every franchise brand reaches a point in its history when they want to “refresh” their look and/or product offering. Most franchise agreements will include clauses that require franchisees to make...

Jan 27, 2015

Buying a Franchise? Use a Franchise Lawyer

Next to buying your home, purchasing a franchise may be the single biggest investment you will ever make. Despite the significance of such an investment, many prospective franchisees buy a franchise...

Jan 23, 2015

Never Too Late to Reinforce Best Practices

There is a storm brewing down here and whether you consider it the great flood that will destroy franchising or inclement weather, it still means we have to make some changes to survive it. Don’t...

Jan 20, 2015

Three Things Every Franchisee Must Understand

If you are someone who is considering a franchise as an avenue to entrepreneurship, undoubtedly you have explored a host of franchise systems. Virtually every franchise system will tell you that it...

Jan 16, 2015

Crime Insurance & Risk Management

This article is being written to address the most common claim that I see in the industry, crime. I will touch on some common coverages below. Further on, I will give you some helpful tips on...

Jan 13, 2015

3 Crucial Topics for New Manager Development

Whether you are a franchisee or a general manager of company owned locations in a franchise system, it is crucial to be aware of the numerous adjustments new unit managers need to make, least of...

Jan 9, 2015

Pros and Cons of Franchising

Canada has a wealth of franchise opportunities available for individuals with a strong work ethic, solid business skills and a desire to work for themselves under the guidance of a franchising...

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