Validation and multi-unit ownership are strong indicators that positively memorable experiences exist within your franchise system. Another way to confirm the existence of these experiences is simply to ask your franchisees: Would you do it all over again? …

The most effective way to start the week off on the right foot is to plan before the week starts. It’s definitely one of the things I do every Sunday night when my phone is quiet and my email has slowed to a trickle, mostly of spam. I also believe…

“Just because something isn’t happening for you right now doesn’t mean that it will never happen.” The quote above is one that I have come across quite often on various social media sites. It’s what originally spurred my thinking about how many individuals put off taking a step into entrepreneurship…

Real estate, insurance and financial services industries all fall into the category of highly regulated and policed industries. In some way, fashion, or form, all involve transactions stemming from individuals’ personal savings and investments. Licensing, including comprehensive testing, are required for all sales representatives in these industries. Continuing education is…

Between building a brand and the awareness that goes with it, adding additional revenue streams, and the plethora of other advantages to turning your business into a franchise, it may seem like the obvious next step for business owners that are anxious to further growth and expansion of their business. …

This morning I was reviewing my article from a few days ago, Personal Branding and the Power of YOU! and immediately thought about how personal branding is snubbed by many as a fad, nothing more than a buzz-phrase. …

I often take a look at some of my posts from years back just to compare my thoughts and perspective from then to now. I always ask myself if I’m consistent so as not to confuse anyone. …

Some time ago, I responded to a LinkedIn discussion about startups. An MBA student posed the question, are startups necessary with so many businesses already in existence? The student went on to discuss the concept of recycling businesses, adding to current business models with an additional component or two —…

Today’s post is from 2012 as the final segment of a week-long recap of my interview with Renee Bailey of Franchise Direct. The title of the post in Franchise Direct was “Marketing, Media and Franchising — An Interview with Paul Segreto”. The full interview may be read HERE. But if…