The definitive A-to-Z guide to researching, selecting, and starting a viable franchise businessWith more and more professionals looking for alternatives to traditional corporate employment, Become a Franchise Owner! informs would-be franchise owners of the joys and perils of purchasing a franchise. Authored by a trusted, feisty, tell-it-how-it-is independent franchise industry insider, this book offers straightforward, step-by-step tips and advice on how t...

The decision to become a franchise owner is a major one, and its something that shouldnt be taken lightly. Most folks start their search for that elusive perfect franchise by going online and tapping the word franchises into their favorite search engine. Thats where the trouble usually begins With more and more professionals looking for alternatives to traditional corporate employment, Avoid Franchise Failure focuses on helping would-be franchise owners get all the facts theyll need to mak...

What happens when three financial industry whiz kids and certified baseball nuts take over an ailing major league franchise and implement the same strategies that fueled their success on Wall Street? In the case of the 2008 Tampa Bay Rays, an American League championship happens—the culmination of one of the greatest turnarounds in baseball history.In The Extra 2%, financial journalist and sportswriter Jonah Keri chronicles the remarkable story of one team’s Cinderella jou...

In this Wall Street Journal bestseller, Jessica Herrin, serial entrepreneur and founder and CEO of the Stella & Dot Family Brands, shows how the classic traits of successful entrepreneurs are ones each one of us can develop--and use not only to create a company, but also to create an extraordinary life.What if you could, with a little effort, live an extraordinary life? A life in which you felt deep passion for everything you did, and always had time for w...

Down, down …In hardware, petrol, general merchandise and liquor, and above all in groceries, Coles and Woolworths jointly rule Australia's retail landscape. On average, every man, woman and child in this country spends $100 a week across their many outlets.What does such dominance mean for suppliers? And is it good for consumers?In Supermarket Monsters, journalist and author Malcolm Knox shines a light on Australia's twin mega-retailers, exploring how the...

Looking for a low-risk, low-capital path to astounding growth?Experienced franchisor Shelly Sun shares practical advice and her own compelling experiences to help you discover the power and avoid the pitfalls of franchising your business.In todays economic environment, access to capital is limited, and that isnt likely to change. Successful business owners have few options for dramatically expanding their brand. Grow Smart, Risk Less describes how you can use other...

A simple guide to the questions you need to ask before buying a franchise

Whether you are a running a marathon, or brewing up a new business the "GREAT CANADIAN FRANCHISE STORIES" will inspire you to accomplish your dreams! This amazing book harvests the candid secrets of Canada's most accomplished franchisors and their climb to the top. Learn what common characteristics they share, how they surmounted the unimaginable, and how they turned belief in themselves into success. Surrender your preconceived notions and journey with this eclectic group of entrepreneurs...

There are currently 35,000 franchisee businesses operating in the UK in a variety of different sectors, but choosing, evaluating and securing the right franchise is often the hardest part of the process. Get Started in Franchising is an indispensable guide that tells you how to achieve this - saving time and money in the process! As well as focusing on practical ""how to"" aspects of franchising, the book also provides help on UK financial and legal implications, priming you with the best ...

This book shows franchisees how to ask the right questions, avoid the common pitfalls, and select the right franchise to match their skills, lifestyles and dreams of running their own businesses.Drawing from the author's 30-year experience as a food and management consultant, this books provides essential tips for buying a successful franchise.Topics covered:- What Is A Franchise- Types of Popular Franchise- How to Evaluate a Franchise Opportunity...

This is the story of Jim’s Group, as told by its founder. An account of how a $24 business investment turned into one of the world’s largest franchise chains, with over 3250 Franchisees in four countries and a turnover of $400 million. This is franchising as you’ve never seen it, with unique systems to protect and empower franchisees, and a passion for customer service that has reduced customer complaints to a fraction of their former level. It is also an unusually frank and honest account...

Discover How Crowd Funding Can Increase Your Chances Of Getting Funding And Turn Your Dreams Into A Reality!If you are thinking about starting a business but don’t have the capital, you might be wondering about how to put something together.In the past years, there has been a great rise and interest in collaboration. Thanks to the internet and its ability to reach many people in the least amount of time, collaboration between people from all walks of life is now possible.