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Published at 30/04/2025
Franchising with purpose: Profitable opportunities in the UK home care sector that truly make a difference
In today's business world, profit and purpose no longer have to be mutually exclusive. Increasingly, entrepreneurs are seeking opportunities that allow them to achieve financial success while making a positive social impact.
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Published at 25/04/2025
Walfinch CEO Warns of Looming Crisis in Home Care Sector
Amrit Dhaliwal highlights urgent funding shortfall in social care.
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Published at 08/04/2025
How to Evaluate a Franchise Network Before You Commit
Joining a franchise network is a serious, long-term commitment. While profitability is important, it’s far from the only factor.
Published at 20/03/2025
Discover UK Van-Based Franchises
Looking to start a flexible, mobile business in the UK? Van-based franchises offer a unique blend of low-cost entry, high profitability, and the freedom to work on your terms. From transforming lofts to fixing car scratches, the UK franchise market is brimming with opportunities.
Published at 23/10/2024
Franchise Operations Manual: A Comprehensive Guide to Success
Franchising models continue to evolve and give entrepreneurs an opportunity to thrive in business. An extensive franchise operations manual is necessary to succeed in this new endeavour.
Published at 04/06/2024
Complete Guide to the Types of Franchise Agreements
Franchise agreements (FAs) are essential legal documents. They govern the relationship between the franchisor and the franchisee. These legal documents clarify each party’s rights, obligations, and responsibilities. They provide the framework to keep the franchise brand consistent.
Published at 21/06/2023
Common Myths and Misconceptions About Franchise Fees and Royalties
Franchising is a popular business model which allows entrepreneurs to start and operate their businesses using an established brand and business system.
Published at 17/06/2023
Navigating The Pillars of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in the Franchising Business
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an automated business model. It enables social accountability to the company, stakeholders, and the public. Incorporating CSR into a strategy proves that a company goes beyond the pursuit of profit. They extend bey
Published at 09/05/2023
Do you have the profile of a franchisee?
Are you considering diving into the world of franchising? Determining whether you have the right profile to become a successful franchisee is crucial.
Published at 13/03/2023
Advantages of Franchising: What To Consider Before You Start
Franchising allows the franchisor to expand its brand and reach new markets without investing much capital. You, as a franchisee, benefit from the established brand name, proven business model, and ongoing support from the franchisor.
Published at 08/03/2023
Expected Franchise Trends in 2023
Starting a business from scratch can be intimidating for some however, purchasing an existing business could assist with immediate cash flow but could be expensive to invest in - or another more straightforward option is investing in a franchise!
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Published at 12/04/2022
5 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Property Management Franchise
If you dream of running your own business and have a huge love of all things real estate, you might decide to start a property management franchise.
Cleaning Business
Published at 06/04/2022
How to Make a Career Change With a Carpet Cleaning Franchise
Carpet cleaning is a profitable sector, with many exciting franchises available to help you take the next step. So, what’s the catch? If you’re looking to make a career change with a carpet cleaning franchise, there is no catch.
Published at 03/04/2022
5 Advantages of Running a Drainage Franchise
From the benefits inherent to franchising (like the provision of expert training) to the benefits of working in the drainage industry (like steady and recession-proof demand), here are the five biggest advantages associated with life as the owner of a drainage franchise.
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Published at 30/03/2022
4 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Burger Franchise
If you’re a burger lover who dreams of running a restaurant, you might find yourself considering a franchise investment in 2022. It’s a hugely viable option considering the UK burger industry is booming right now, but with that demand comes lots of competition.
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Published at 25/03/2022
Interview with Marie Piercy the founder of Chrysalis People Solutions
Marie Piercy founded in 2017 but prior to this she worked in sales management roles in Leisure industry for 10 years having studied business management at university. Marie then moved into the recruitment industry, where she worked for over 10 years.
Published at 25/03/2022
3 Advantages of Running a Burger Franchise
Many people aspire to be their own boss and start reaping all the benefits that franchising entails. If you’ve made the decision to change careers and start on a brand new business venture, running a burger franchise is a smart choice.
Published at 22/03/2022
How to Make a Career Change With a Pet Franchise
Making a career change can seem like a daunting and scary transition to make. But if you’re looking for a new challenge, why not think about making a career change with a pet franchise?Starting a new chapter with a isn’t the same as jumping into any other industry.
Published at 18/03/2022
6 Advantages of Running a Pet Franchise
Working with pets is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable business opportunities anyone can hope to work in. But the advantages of working with a pet franchise go far beyond being around pets every day. To find out more about the advantages of working with pets, read on.
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Published at 16/03/2022
3 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Finance Franchise
As the world slowly moves back towards business as normal, there’s never been a better time to invest in a finance franchise. This bustling sector has always been a moneymaker - and in 2022, the story is no different.
Published at 12/03/2022
5 Advantages of Running a Finance Franchise
Finance franchises play a vital role in the local business community. From helping businesses take care of some of their most important financial responsibilities, you help them focus on doing what matters most - running the business to the best possible standards.
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Published at 05/03/2022
5 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Recruitment Franchise
If you’re a persuasive people person with a head for business, running a recruitment franchise could be the perfect professional adventure for you to embark on next.
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Published at 24/02/2022
5 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Windscreen Repair Franchise
If you’re looking to start a windscreen repair business in 2022, joining a sector that enjoys steady demand and high levels of repeat custom, then you need to know how to go about building a business plan for that windscreen repair business.
Kids industries
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Published at 18/02/2022
4 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Childcare Franchise
Children are the future, so it’s important they’re given the best possible start. Why not be a part of something special? If you’re thinking about becoming a childcare franchisee, the road ahead is full of joy and fulfilment.
Kids industries
Published at 13/02/2022
6 Advantages of Running a Childcare Franchise
There are few more rewarding sectors to work in than childcare. While playing an important role helping young people live healthy and active lifestyles, you’ll also be reaping all the benefits of being your own boss. Here are some of the many advantages of running a childcare franchise.
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Published at 10/02/2022
4 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Dog Training Franchise
Who said you can’t combine business and pleasure? If you’re looking for a career change with a job that has you excited to wake up every morning, look no further than starting your very own dog training franchise.Man’s best friend is one thing, but dogs can be a franchisee’s best friend, too.
Beauty Industry
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Published at 02/02/2022
5 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Beauty Salon Franchise
At the heart of every successful franchise business is a well-executed business plan.
Beauty Industry
Published at 26/01/2022
5 Advantages of Running a Beauty Salon Franchise
If you enjoy promoting self-care and wellness, why not invest in a beauty salon franchise? You’ll be working within your local community, giving residents the opportunity to gain confidence and feel better about themselves.
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Published at 25/01/2022
6 Advantages of Running a Dog Training Franchise
If you’re passionate about pooches, why not invest in a dog training franchise and turn that passion into a career? Investing with a dog training business is an excellent way to enter the dog sector, allowing you to benefit from plenty of franchisor support, plenty of working freedom, plenty of
Published at 11/01/2022
5 Advantages of Running a Home Care Franchise
If you’d love to help the people in your local community live better, more independent lives each and every working day, you’d probably love running a home care franchise. Home care is a growing sector of industry, and there are many different franchise businesses operating in this sector.
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Published at 24/12/2021
5 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Dog Daycare Franchise
If running a dog daycare business sounds like an ideal way to spend every working day, why not start a dog boarding franchise? You’ll have all the freedom of ownership AND all the support of a franchisor.
Published at 19/12/2021
How to Make a Career Change With a Dog Training Franchise
Got the itch to change up your career, but not sure which road to take next? It’s a daunting prospect, but if you consider making a career change with a dog training franchise, you’ll find business booming and a barking mad variety of opportunities to choose from.
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Published at 17/12/2021
5 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Dog Grooming Franchise
Running a dog grooming franchise is a great way to combine profit and passion, giving you all the benefits of running your own business while allowing you to care for pampered pooches each working day.
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Published at 10/12/2021
3 Tips for Building a Business Plan for a Successful Outdoor Fitness Franchise
Business plans are at the heart of successful franchises up and down the UK. These important documents set out the plan for your business’ growth, place in the market and unique selling points.
Published at 08/12/2021
4 Advantages of Running a Dog Grooming Franchise
There are few more exciting jobs than working as part of a dog grooming franchise.
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Published at 08/12/2021
How to Make a Career Change With a Dog Daycare Franchise
Passionate about pooches AND being your own boss? Then why not make a career change by starting your own dog daycare franchise. There’s so much to do ahead of making a franchise investment, and the information available can feel overwhelming.
Published at 06/12/2021
5 Advantages of Running an Outdoor Fitness Franchise
If you’re passionate about keeping fit and inspiring others, why not start your own outdoor fitness franchise? It’s a huge sector, with one of the many advantages being the opportunity for profit and growth.
Published at 06/12/2021
How to Make a Career Change With a Dog Grooming Franchise
Making a career change can seem like a daunting prospect, but with the right preparation and knowledge of what you’ll need in the months ahead, there’s no reason why you can’t make a successful career change with a franchise that is right for you.
Published at 05/12/2021
5 Advantages of Running a Dog Daycare Franchise
If working with furry friends on a daily basis sounds like the perfect business opportunity for you, you might just be the perfect dog daycare franchisee.
Published at 04/12/2021
How to Make a Career Change With an Outdoor Fitness Franchise
Making a career change and starting your own franchise business means taking your working life into your own hands.
Beauty Industry
Published at 02/12/2021
How to Make a Career Change With a Beauty Salon Franchise
Making a career change can always seem like a challenge, but when you’re thinking about making that change with a beauty salon franchise, you know you can count on a huge amount of additional support.

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