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Jan 16, 2013

The Marketing Treadmill…you need to exercise...

Over the years I have come to realize that marketing a business is like trying to keep in shape. You need to be consistent, focused and for results, you have to stick with it. Like any exercise...

Dec 6, 2012

Franchise Non-Competition Clauses: Are They Valid?...

A non-competition clause is the name given to a contractual undertaking to not compete with somebody else. Such a clause will often be referred to as, simply, a non-compete. A...

Nov 28, 2012

King of Clean: 5 Franchises That Clean and...

Starting a business based on your passions will help you stay motivated. Many small business owners try to start a cleaning or home organizing company on their own. However, you can build off of the...

Nov 21, 2012

Home Is Where The Heart Is: 5 Franchises for...

You don't have to become a contractor or home inspector just to run your own business. If you love homes and other residential properties, you can find a franchise that allows you to love every day of...

Nov 14, 2012

A Franchise That Will Keep You Fit: 5 Health &...

If you're thinking about investing in a franchise, you can't do better than to choose one in the health and fitness industry. Fitness franchises have rapidly become a multi-billion dollar industry and...

Nov 12, 2012

Advertise Your Franchise: Avenues You Need To...

Advertising your franchises in Canada can be a rewarding yet stressful experience. With the advent of the Internet, it's not just as simple as placing an ad in your local newspaper or buying...

Nov 7, 2012

Rise & Shine: 5 Franchises Sure to Get Your...

If you've ever considered investing in a coffee franchise, consider this: coffee franchises are booming. In today's economy, the neighborhood coffeehouse offers customers the opportunity to have an...

Nov 5, 2012

To Use a Franchise Broker or Not?

The Canadian franchise industry is second in size only to the US, employing over 1.5 Million people. As a Franchisor you recognize the potential for growth in the Canadian market but aren't sure how...

Nov 2, 2012

Franchise Essentials for SEO: Content Strategies

#seoarticle{} #seoarticle ul{list-style:none;} #seoarticle ul li{margin-bottom:10px;} Search engine optimization is the 21st century's version of "location, location, location." If no one can...

Oct 31, 2012

A New Leash On Life: Four Pet Franchises

Canada has the second largest pet franchise industry in the world. It delivers $100 billion in revenue every year and grows annually. At the same time, the average of 7.6 million cats and 5.5 million...

Oct 24, 2012

Proud To Be Canadian - Established Canadian...

If you're looking for franchise opportunities in Canada, consider a Canadian franchise with an established presence in the area and in the minds of the public. The following franchises are known...

Oct 22, 2012

Franchise Tenants … Beware of Landlords with...

As The Lease Coach, representing franchise tenants with leasing matters since 1993, I have found that some landlords are over-charging franchisees for more square footage than the tenant actually has....

Oct 17, 2012

Show Me The Money: 5 Franchises for 50k or less

One key consideration for potential franchisees is cost. You'll need to invest in a franchise that has a minimum investment requirement amount you're comfortable with. If you overextend yourself, you...

Oct 15, 2012

Customer loyalty is key…look no further than your...

As a franchisee, getting and retaining customers is crucial. Customer loyalty is probably the most important marketing program you could and should invest in. Creating customer loyalty is...

Oct 11, 2012

The Value of Meetings and Conventions in a...

The value that is created in bringing franchisees together, whether for a regional meeting or an annual convention, should not be underestimated. In fact, I firmly believe that an annual convention...

Oct 10, 2012

6 Pizza Franchises Sure to Make Your Mouth Water

It seems that in today's fast paced world, families are turning to pizza as a quick and easy meal solution. They don't have the time to fix something spectacular every single night. Parents and kids...

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