January is usually a month filled with hope. For some, it's also filled with fantasies of unshackling themselves from their corporate desks, and becoming their own bosses. Although only a small percentage of people actually have the courage to take...
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5 New Year's Resolutions For Prospective New Franchise Owners
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5402 days ago
Made Hot by: maplesummit on January 4, 2010 10:55 am
The Franchise King Blog; The Most Popular Franchise Business Articles Of 2009
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5404 days ago
Here's a recap of this year's most read articles. This list should give you a better idea of what I write about, and what this blog's readers like. Maybe you'll feel like subscribing to the RSS or email subscription feed...
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The Top 50 Multi-Unit Franchises
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5404 days ago
During the educational seminars on franchising that I present, questions are often raised from the attendees concerning the different ways that one can grow a franchise that they buy...
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Marketing Strategies; Explore These Local Trends For 2010
Posted by franpro under MarketingFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5404 days ago
Balihoo Inc. out of Boise, Idaho, is a "Local Marketing Automation" provider, and works in several different industries, including the franchise industry. I've interacted with the folks up there more than a few times...
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Red Mango Now Offering 3 Franchise Models
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5408 days ago
Red Mango, an up and coming franchise brand, is adding some choices to those thinking about investing in a Red Mango franchise. There's now three different types of franchises you can buy. They are; Red Mango Full-Service, which offers customers...
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Growing Your Small Business With Franchising
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5422 days ago
I receive 3-4 phone calls a month from some great folks who excitedly share their small business stories with me. They share their product and service ideas, and tell me that they are interested in franchising their concepts....
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Blimpie Subs For The Holidays
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5422 days ago
Catering by BLIMPIE? Isn't that special? BLIMPIE, America's Sub Shop, has introduced a fresh catering menu perfect for all types of gatherings. Catering tray options include fresh sliced deli meats and cheeses, an assortment of breads, crispy vegetables, condiments...
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How My Franchise Business Has Changed (Part 1)
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5422 days ago
The small business world has evolved, and I've had to evolve with it. When I started out in 2001 (After becoming a victim of downsizing after being fired) my only role was matching prospective franchise...
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A Very Risque Burger King Ad Campaign
Posted by franpro under FranchisesFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5424 days ago
This is different; Burger King U.K. is inviting young men to watch and interact with a bikini-clad girl as she takes her daily shower, in a new "glorious mornings" promotion which urges consumers to "seize the day your way." Seize...
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Can President Obama Help Small Business In The US?
Posted by franpro under NewsFrom http://www.thefranchisekingblog.com 5424 days ago
President Obama has a lot on his plate. Unless you have actually been the President, it's hard to imagine the pressure he's under. It's a 24/7 job, vacations are never really vacations, and in addition, there are crazies out there...
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