Profitable franchise units don’t spring up overnight. But there are certainly some tips and tricks you can take on board to help you reach your most ambitious business goals. It’s one thing to follow your dream of becoming the boss, but another thing to turn your passion into .
Maintaining employee happiness should be high up on the priority list for all business owners. Aside from the fact that low levels of job satisfaction can lead to poor performance for the company as a whole, employers should be looking after their workers.
When times get tough, your franchisees will be relying on you to guide them through the storm. If you’d like some pointers on how to be a good franchisor, particularly when it comes to mentoring and developing a great franchisor-franchisees relationship, this article will show you where to start.
If you’re looking for ways to reopen your business safely, we’ve rounded up some of the most amusing ways other companies have done just that. We’ll also be highlighting simple tactics you can use to make sure your franchise is ‘Covid safe’, no matter what kind of business you’re running.
A growth mindset can be the difference between giving up and reaching success for many entrepreneurs. In this article, we’re going to answer the question ‘What is a growth mindset?’ as well as sharing five of our best tips for upgrading a limiting fixed mindset to a limitless growth mindset.
Having an informed, engaged and fulfilled franchisee network can give you a competitive advantage. There’s a handful of tactics proven to boost engagement levels – fundamentals that become even more important amidst crises like COVID-19.
As a franchisor, your focus should be on big-picture thinking and strategy, leaving the daily running of the business to your franchisees. But do you feel worried about letting go and handing over? If you recruit the right franchisees, delegating is much easier.
It can be tricky to know how to approach recruitment with a ‘diversity mindset’, but it could be the best thing you ever do for your franchise. And with all of the information that shows how beneficial a diverse workplace can be for your company, you’d be silly not to take notice.
Do you offer mental health support to your franchisees? If you have more than six, statistics show that at least one of them battled a mental health problem last week. Here’s some ways to offer positive, proactive support. Franchisors are great at training and mentoring their franchisees.
Want to reopen your business, but not sure where you stand with the current COVID-19 situation? This article will set out what you’re currently allowed to do as the government begins reopening the economy, whether you’re running a retail business, pub, gym or restaurant.
Organising a franchisee event can take a lot of time and effort and you need to get the formula right if you want to motivate the business owners working under your brand. Here are the key steps you should take as you make preparations for a perfect franchise conference or gathering.
In our latest ‘Franchisor Tips’ article we explore how and when you should check in with your franchisees to get the best results. If you’re new to the franchising world you might want to know how you can effectively keep tabs on your franchisees.
Wondering how to prepare for franchise interviews? This guide will help you find and appoint the very best investors, covering everything from topics to focus on to attributes to look out for. Carry on reading to find out more about recruiting franchisees to expand your business.
You’ve overcome the initial franchising or independent business hurdles in the setting-up stage and you’re now looking to scale your business. But where do you start? Here are 10 simple ways to scale up your business or franchise.
Ever wondered what multi-level marketing (MLM) is? Here, we take a deep dive into the business model, looking at its pros and cons, as well as some of the best known MLM brands.
Every business owner should be thinking about how they can make more responsible choices when it comes to running day-to-day operations and growing their company.
What’s your leadership style? Not sure? This article series will help you work out which management style best encapsulates your approach to business. Here, we look at ‘hands-off’ franchisors and how they can maximise their franchise’s success by taking a step back.
Are you thinking about franchising your business or in the initial stages of becoming a franchisor for the first time? There’s no need to be nervous; this may be a huge step for you, but there are plenty of resources out there to help you navigate the exciting months ahead.
What’s your management style as a franchisor? If this isn’t your first foray into the world of franchising, chances are you’re a serial franchisor. We’re highlighting the pros and cons of different management styles and how you can get the most out of your franchise.
Are you a ‘goal-driven’ franchisor? In this article, we explore this type of leadership style, including how it can work in your favour and ways to maximise your approach.
With COVID-19 forcing many business owners to overcome huge challenges, It’s more important than ever to know your ‘why’. In this article, we explore what this means and how you can build a business with a purpose.
Running a home based franchise gives you lots of flexibility around your workday. Most franchisees work an 8-hour day, but how you spread those hours is up to you. Here’s an example of what your day could look like.
Short-term planning helps you set achievable goals over small intervals and make success seem attainable, even in the most unprecedented times. Let’s find out more about this strategy and how you can use it to help you navigate through the COVID-19 crisis.
Whether you’re a franchisee or a franchisor, the importance of learning never diminishes. You might think once you’ve researched the perfect investment opportunity or gone through the process of franchising your business, your work is done.
New employee onboarding is a process often overlooked by employers. But putting an efficient system in place will not only help you make new recruits feel at home, but also boost your business’s productivity. Here’s how to onboard a new employee.
Integrating your organisation into the local business community can have significant benefits. You’ll rub shoulders with savvy entrepreneurs who can offer valuable advice and guidance, stay in the loop about any regional changes and boost your reputation.
As a business owner, your professional reputation is one of your biggest assets. It can help you win new business, bring in the best talent and keep everyone on your side. The difficult part is building it and retaining it. Businesses have a lot to gain from enhancing their professional standing.
As a business owner, it’s important to have a clear picture of the people you’re trying to attract, as well as a strategy for getting them through the doors. Don’t make the mistake of trying to appeal to everyone; creating a focused marketing campaign is crucial.
If you run an accounting business, chances are you’ve heard a lot about new technologies automating complex processes and helping individuals manage their finances themselves.
In the UK, we’re surrounded by American brands. We go to McDonald’s and Starbucks, grab sandwiches from Subway, and burn off the calories in our Skechers with a stint at Anytime Fitness on the way home.
Need some tips for training franchisees? We're here to help. Keep reading to find out how you can provide your investors with the information to be successful business owners and develop a high-quality franchisee training scheme.
Running a charity fundraising event can be a great way to support the community whilst building trust with customers. But often, you’ll be working with low budgets and limited time, so planning is crucial if you’re going to make the most of the event.
There’s no better time to reevaluate your business than at the start of a new year. 2020 has been a turbulent 12 months, so it makes all the more sense to consider smart decisions now to make your franchise operations more efficient in 2021.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to run a season-focused business year-round? We find out more about what keeps The Christmas Decorators' franchisees busy throughout the year, even when the festive period is the last thing most people are thinking about.
Joining a landscaping franchise is a great way to earn money whilst getting out and about and keeping fit. But how can you make sure people find your business? Here are some of the top marketing tips for promoting a landscaping business.
Many of us are seduced by the idea of rapid business growth, a quick rise to high profitability and an impressive schedule of launch dates. But taking the time to develop your franchise network at your own pace also has its benefits - let’s find out more.
Investigating blogging as a marketing tool? If so, we believe you’re on the right track. Starting a blog - and maintaining it - is a great way to promote your franchise business and gain that all-important online brand visibility.
The New Year is a great time to change your habits and shake up your routine. If you’d like to boost your productivity in January, now’s the moment to learn how to optimise your time and work more efficiently. Keep reading for some of the best New Year’s resolutions for business owners.
Looking for a New Year’s Resolution for your business? Focusing on your marketing and community outreach strategies could be the best way to get the new year off to a productive start. Here’s how to promote your franchise, and why January could be the best time to do it.
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