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Franchising 2009 can be a Happier New Year with Continued Development

Indeed, 2008 was a different environment for franchise seekers compared to other years of increased unemployment. As has been stated here and elsewhere, this time combines job loss with asset loss.

To Our Honored Veterans, A Word of Caution about Franchising

On this November 11, I thank all U.S. veterans for their service. Without you, my life and the lives of those I care about would be drastically different in the negative and I am forever grateful.

About Responsibility: Independent vs. Franchised Operations

Businesses succeed or fail due to a variety of reasons both in and out of the hands of ownership.  However, the franchise ‘sub-set’ of entrepreneurship adds an interesting dimension to the mix, especially as it pertains to overcoming new challenges.

Top Print Boss Says Traditional Print Franchise is Dead

The traditional print franchise model is dead, according to Printing.com chief executive Tony Rafferty. Rafferty cites a U.K. study that reveals quick print franchise shops as being less competitive than independent printers.

Why Boroian Sticks

Don Boroian has a rough reputation. He's served time for misdeeds.

They Just Keep Coming

Following a relaxing weekend trip I 'checked up' on my business.

Suckers at All Investment Levels

Here is the actual body copy of an email I received over the weekend.

Perspectives on Franchise Pre-Purchase Services

A short time ago, Attorney Michael Webster responded to a comment I made and it showed me the disconnect between two “types’ of franchise buyer services providers.  

When Can an Idea be Franchised? Can an Idea be Franchised Successfully?

I’ve said for years that ‘any business can be franchised, but not every business should be franchised’, and I don’t think they’d be any real disagreement about that.

Proper Franchise Selection Is a Process Not an Event

Making an important decision based primarily on the content of a contract is tantamount to making an ill-informed decision.

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