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If you're a current franchise owner, why are you working so hard? What's your reason? Is it a short-term reason, or a long-term one? Do you have any idea what I'm really asking? I'll try asking you this question...actually, it's a question that business author, John Warrillow... Read More

Amy Nichols, an inspiring entrepreneur who turned her lifelong love of dogs into a growing national franchise of upscale dog day care, spa and boarding facilities, was one of 25 women awarded SmartCEO Magazine’s “Brava! Women Business Achievement Award.”... Read More

When most people think of “seasonal” types of franchise businesses, they think of things like painting services, lawn care franchises, and concepts related to the wedding industry. There are some cool benefits to owning a seasonla franchise business... Read More

A young franchise company out of Vancouver, BC, may not have the marketing team at Netflix freaking out all that much, but Toni Carlos and Sue Bacey don't really care. These ladies couldn't help but notice that there has been lots of interest in DVD's... Read More

(This is a guest post from Kathleen McDonald, who is an International franchise development consultant with 25 years experience.) In this post, she talks about her recent trip to the International Franchise Expo, and some of the things that surprised her. Read More

It's about time; there certainly hasn't been a new business coaching-type franchise offered for over a year now, and I for one, feel that we need more business coaches! The need must be huge! Read More

I love opening my email inbox. It seduces me with it's mystery and intrigue; I never know what treasures I'll find waiting for me as I open that first well-crafted subject line. C'mon; who doesn't enjoy firing up their computer,... Read More

Last week, Blade wrote about the fact that Spring-Green Lawn Care offers two very distinct franchise models for folks looking to be their own bosses. Read I don't know about you, but I always like to have more than... Read More

While it’s been predicted for years, we’re starting to see conclusive proof that franchises are introducing green technology to cut costs and improve their public perception.... Read More

I was a franchise broker/franchise consultant for several years. I helped lots of people get into lots of franchises. I know the good, the bad, and the ugly about this sector of the franchise industry. I just finshed writing a... Read More