Franchise Articles

Jul 25, 2013

Top Franchise Trends for 2013

The franchising industry in 2013 is adapting well to market shifts and technological developments. The economic downturn and the explosion of social media have all contributed to changes in the...

Jul 23, 2013

What to Look for in a Franchise Training Program

The only way they can achieve consistency is through in-depth training programs that educate franchisees in all aspects of the business from the bottom up. For the franchisee starting out, there are a...

Jul 12, 2013

Top 5 Franchise Growth Markets

Franchising is an excellent way to start a successful business, but how do we decide what industry to get into? For that matter, how do we know what are the best industries to get into right...

Jul 10, 2013

Learn New Tricks to Bring In Repeat Customers

Many business owners choose franchises because the marketing efforts of the franchiser provide a boost that trickles down to each local branch. However, this doesn't mean that you can simply glide on...

Jun 10, 2013

Microfranchise Does Not Necessarily Mean...

Microfranchises are generally described as those that require only a small investment or very little equipment, and very often do not even require a store front. This article will attempt to show...

Jun 5, 2013

Get the 411 on Ontario's Arthur Wishart Act

As with all things in life, when starting a franchise it’s important to be well informed. So if you’re in the market for a franchise business in Ontario you should know about the Arthur Wishart...

May 1, 2013

Introduction to Inventory

New franchisees quickly discover that one of their major expenses is inventory. The word, inventory refers to all materials and goods used by a business for daily operations. Inventory might be...

Apr 24, 2013

An Introduction to Franchise Advisory Councils

Franchise Advisory Councils (FACs) are typically small groups of franchisees chosen to represent all of the franchisees within a single franchise system. The council meets with franchise executives to...

Apr 17, 2013

How Can a Franchise Consultant Help You?

Owning a franchise business is often an ideal choice for individuals with entrepreneurial spirit. But with thousands of franchise opportunities out there, finding the right one for you might seem like...

Apr 10, 2013

Going the Extra Mile with Ongoing Training

Franchises tend to provide most new franchisees with plenty of upfront training. The goal is to ensure that the business gets off the ground and takes off with a successful start. But throughout the...

Apr 3, 2013

Operation Manuals

A business model is an important part of any company's success. This model is usually written down in the form of an operation manual. Everything of importance about a franchise is listed in these...

Mar 27, 2013

Initial Training: Getting Your Canadian Franchise...

From the very beginning, training is an important part of any franchise business plan. The goal is to teach new business owners how the franchise works to make sure that it conforms to the company's...

Mar 20, 2013

How Advertising Fees Benefit a New or Current...

Advertising fees are an important part of setting up any new business. When it comes to a franchise, the franchiser often handles the main bulk of the advertising and requires each franchisee to pay a...

Mar 13, 2013

Royalties: The Right to Use a Franchiser's...

Royalty fees are an important part of starting up and maintaining a franchise. The franchiser usually collects a set amount of money in order to allow that franchisee to take advantage of the brand...

Mar 6, 2013

Franchise Basics: What are Disclosure Documents?

You've chosen a franchise that you're interested in, but you'd like to find out a few more business specifics about the success of its business model. You've read all the press releases, but how do...

Mar 1, 2013

Franchise Financing for Young Entrepreneurs

Many Franchisors assist with various financing programmes. The chartered banks are often willing to finance franchise businesses to qualified lenders, especially if it is a very established...

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