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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.

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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!

Corporate Social Responsibility: What is it?

Social responsibility is not a new idea but it's having a greater impact on how businesses are run than ever before.

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What’s In Store For Franchising In 2019?

Go Digital with an Online Franchise in 2019

There’s no doubt that we’re living in a digital age. According to the Office for National Statistics, 89 percent of UK adults have used the internet in the last three months, a figure which rises to 99 percent when considering 16 to 34 year olds. Just 8.

10 ways to come back ready for work after holiday

Whether you’re sunbathing on a white, sandy beach, trekking through the forest, or skiing in the Alps, holidays have to come to an end sometime and you’ll have to return to work. Here, we offer our top 10 ways to come back to work ready after holiday.

Top New Franchises in 2019

You've decided you want to become a franchisee, but you're unsure of the best franchises to buy. This is a common concern of many wannabe entrepreneurs. You may find yourself attracted to big franchise brands such as Subway and McDonald’s but they could be out of reach financially. Fear not.

What Does B2C Mean in the Franchise World?

The term ‘e-commerce’ generally tends to make us think of purchasing goods or services using the internet, but there are actually six basic categories that the transfers fall under, and each represents a unique purchasing dynamic.

How to start a home repair business

The home improvement industry is a profitable and sustainable sector in which to operate. In recent years, there’s been a significant increase in the number of attempting to make it in the industry.

A Day in the Life: What It Takes to Run a Dog Sitting Business

Dog sitting businesses can be fantastic ventures for people who want to get out of the office and spend time with animals, all while making money. Read on to find out what a day in the life of a dog sitter involves.It’s often said that you should try to turn your passions into profit.

Franchising 101: 7 Signs You're Ready to Expand Your Business as a Franchisor

Looking to expand your business? Franchising can be a great option - if you’re ready. Today, we consider the seven signs that your business can be expanded through the franchise model.

Spring Cleaning Your Business: 12 Tips for Setting Up Your Business for Year-Long Success

Top 6 Valentine’s Day Promotions on the Point Franchise Network

With Valentine’s Day soon approaching, we thought it would be fun to look at the top promotions from the franchises on our network.

Swoon Over These 6 Franchises Perfect for Valentine's Day Shoppers

Beat the January Blues: 5 Franchise Opportunities to Take Control of Your Career Development

January can be a bit of a miserable month, but there are ways to boost your mood. If you don’t like where you’re heading, now is the time to take control of your career development. Here, we look at how you can change your life by joining the franchising industry today.

Lessons Learned: Real-Life Stories of Franchising Failure

Running your own business can be nerve-wracking for a variety of reasons, and fear of failure stops many would-be entrepreneurs from initiating their dream venture.

How the COVID-19 Crisis Makes Online Advertising More Important Than Ever

Today we consider how the COVID-19 crisis and the UK population being told they need to stay at home makes online advertising more important than ever.

Business Stories: 6 Ways Businesses Have Overcome Economic Crisis

With the spread of COVID-19 set to turn the UK economy on its head, we thought we’d use this opportunity to highlight how businesses have overcome economic crisis in the past.

15 Tips for Staying Positive and Being Supportive During the COVID-19 Crisis

As the COVID-19 crisis develops, it can seem like every conversation, news article and social media post revolves around the subject. It’s hard to escape talk of coronavirus, and while government advice confines most of us to our homes, this can feel overwhelming.

How the COVID-19 Crisis Will Forever Change the Way We Live and Work

Today we consider some of the long-lasting impacts of COVID-19 and how they will change how we live and work moving forward.There’s no denying that the COVID-19 crisis presents many challenges on an individual level and also as a business owner.

12 Tips to Help Your Business Survive the COVID-19 Crisis

This is a very difficult time for business owners. As the COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis continues to impact companies across the world, we understand that you’re worried about how you’re going to make it through.

Top 10 Recession-Proof Business Sectors

No business venture is completely free from risk. But there are choices you can make to limit your chance of failure. Below, you’ll find a list of the most recession-proof business sectors.

How Franchising Has Historically Weathered the Storm of Global Recessions

Today we provide an overview of the franchising industry and how it’s been set up to fare well during tough economic times like a global recession.Many franchises advertise themselves as recession-proof and, in the current economic climate, this is what piques the interest of many investors.