4 Strategies for Becoming a Category Creator
Every business fills some type of need within an industry, but some redefine it entirely. That’s what my…
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To start a business with less risk, consider franchising an existing business.
Built for the Future: Gen Z’s Shift Toward Skilled Trades and Franchising
As Gen Z enters the workforce, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: college is no longer the automatic…
From Corporate to Construction: How My Career Pivot Reflects a Trend
When I was swept up in the 2023 tech layoffs, I could have chased another executive role at…
Building a Family Empire: Staying Resilient, Learning to Pivot
An entrepreneurial journey is a path filled with lessons in resilience, sacrifice, and the power of pivoting. When…
What Is the Average Income of a Subway Restaurant Franchise Owner?
Long before Subway was purchased by the acquisitive private equity firm Roark Capital—a deal that closed in Spring…
9 Steps to Start a Successful Laundromat Business
Here’s a fun fact: as a new business venture, laundromats have a remarkably high success rate. Approximately 95%…
Financial Literacy: Using AI to Drive Business Growth and Performance
One of the leading causes of business failure remains cash flow issues. These failures typically stem from poor…
A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Successful Car Wash Business
There are over 80,000 car wash businesses in North America, almost all of these in the United States.…
18 Must-Answer Questions for Anyone Considering a Franchise
With over 2,500 existing franchises to choose from, it’s extremely important for franchise buyers to consider their personal…
The Power of Empathy and Communication in Leading a Franchise Brand
Women seeking to become leaders in traditionally male-dominated industries may find the recent overall decline of women in…
Calling All Emerging Brands: Here’s Four Tips to Level-Up Your Business
Let’s say you’ve done the initial legwork of running a successful business. Your products or services are top-notch,…
Expect More Friction and Higher Costs If Franchise Labor Change Goes Through
The relationship between franchisors and franchisees has been top of mind lately, thanks to the National Labor Relations…
LISTEN: Is Owning a Franchise Your Next Business Move?
Jeff Sloan meets with Jeff Shafritz, a franchise consultant, to discuss franchising and the possibilities for those that…
Amid Bidding for Subway Restaurants, a Twist in Tuna Lawsuit
As Subway Restaurants franchise owners await word on a possible auction of the sandwich giant, a California woman…
Want a Proven Business Model? Try Coffee Shop Franchising
The beauty of franchising is that you’re buying into a proven business model, Jeff says on this segment…
From Wall Street to Building a Restaurant Empire: 3 Tips for Mega-Entrepreneurship
As we embark on our professional careers, we all envision and strive for success within our respective industries.…
WJR Business Beat: Franchising is Hot (Episode 382)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff Sloan explains why franchising increases your odds of success in small business. Tune…
Minority, Women Entrepreneurs Find More Opportunity in Franchise World
Barbara Brixton believed she had two strikes against her as she planned her business career: She is a…
Shattering Myths: Tips to Successfully Launch and Run a Family Business
Starting a family-run business is a great way to build a legacy and earn money based on your…
5 Things Veterans Should Know About Starting a Business
Pursuing a second career after leaving the military can be challenging, which is why a growing number of…