In this essential guide to franchising, 20 successful franchisors, franchisee and franchising experts candidly share their stories, strategies and insights for finding the right franchise, starting, building and growing a profitable and sustainable franchise business.Franchise business opportunities are found in every industry you can possibly imagine. There are thousands of brands with another 300+ each year to choose from.No matter what your background, skills, passion or what you want your lifestyle and legacy to look like, there is a franchise for you.Are you seeking an alternative to the high-stakes, high-stress, rat race of corporate America?Many of those exiting their corporate careers are choosing a different direction. Owning a franchise has given many the option of designing their life instead of just making a living.The franchise business model has allowed thousands of "average" people to escape the 9-5, generate wealth and live life on their terms.If you have always wanted to own your own business but just didn't know where to begin, this book will give you an insight into how plugging into a franchise will help you achieve your dream.Transform your future through franchise ownership by reaching out to our expert contributing authors. They will share how you can be in business for yourself but not by yourself.
Franchise Your Growth Expert franchise consultant Mark Siebert delivers the ultimate how-to guide to employing the greatest growth strategy ever—franchising. Siebert tells you what to expect, how to move forward, and avoid costly mistakes as he imparts decades of experience, insights, and practical advice to help grow your business exponentially through franchising. Learn how to: Evaluate your existing businesses for franchisability Identify the advantages and disadvantages of franchising Develop a business plan for growth on steroids Evaluate legal risk, obtain necessary documents, and protect intellectual property Create marketing plans, build lead generation, and branding for a new franchise Cultivate the franchisee-franchisor relationship
“This book is great. Definitively a best seller. It should be the number one consultation reference book for anyone related to the franchise business. Congratulations Harold!” Tomas, Chairman of The Taco Maker in San Juan, PR Turn Your Business Into A Franchise Harold Kestenbaum has worked with more than 100 businesses in their franchising efforts including such household names as Sbarro and Nathan's. A 30-year veteran of franchise law and a board member of four major franchise companies, he and Adina Genn, an award-winning journalist, have joined forces to teach you the secrets to turning your business into a successful franchise. If you're interested in using this profitable strategy to expand your business, you'll get an in-depth look at how to evaluate your business concept, determine if your business is a candidate for franchising, implement the franchise process, and build a thriving franchise. Well-known entrepreneurs who successfully franchised their business, including Subway co-founder Fred DeLuca and CEO of the Dwyer Group Dina Dwyer-Owens, offer detailed, in-the-trenches guidance and information. These experts speak frankly about the tactics you can use to market, sell, and build your franchise while offering insider advice to help you avoid the pitfalls of business growth. Step-By-Step Guide To The Franchising Process Low-Cost Ways To Grow A Franchise In The Startup Phase Franchise A Concept For Less Than $100,000 Best Practices From Top Franchisors And Franchisees
The Insider’s Guide to Buying a Franchise or Franchising Your Business In this easy-to-read guide, franchise expert Rick Grossmann and franchise attorney Michael J. Katz impart decades-worth of insight and advice on what it takes to make your franchise operation successful. Grossmann and Katz share expert tutorials, tricks of the trade, and access to sample franchise documents, checklists, and questionnaires designed to get you organized, support you through the process and get your new franchise off the ground. If you’re thinking of buying a franchise, you’ll learn how to: Determine if running a franchse is right for you Navigate franchise disclosure documents and agreements Identify the signs of a good franchise opportunity If you’re thinking of franchising your existing business, you’ll learn how to: Pick the best method for expanding your business Understand the keys to establishing a successful franchise system Evaluate potential franchisees and grow your franchise Whether you want to buy a franchise or franchise your own business you’ll learn what to expect, how to move forward, and how to avoid costly mistakes--making Franchise Bible required reading.
ARE YOU READY TO HIRE YOURSELF? WHO hasn't had the inkling-or even the outright conviction-that we could be more successful, more fulfilled, and more satisfied if we could invest in ourselves? HOW MANY of us have given our time, our knowledge, our energy, and our loyalty to corporate careers, only to discover that our contributions don't guarantee gratitude, upward mobility, or even job security? WHY consider franchising? Franchise investors reap all the rewards of entrepreneurship-self-determination, personal and professional freedom, unlimited potential for profitability-without all the risks of going it alone. WHAT'S the difference? In franchising, someone has already dreamed the big dream, figured out how to make it work, marketed it well, and sold it to create a well-defined niche. And now, that person is looking for an investor and partner to help build on that success. HIRE YOURSELF WILL HELP YOU: - Leverage your expertise and resources to build a bridge out of the corporate world and into entrepreneurship - Learn how to choose a franchise concept that's the right franchise for you - Understand how to capitalize your investment and minimize your risks - Recognize and avoid common mistakes and traps - Know that franchising is all about working for yourself, but not by yourself
"Franchising From The Inside Out" is a valuable resource for those people interested in buying a franchise. This book contains an in-depth explanation of the entire franchise process including how to choose and evaluate a franchise opportunity and detailing the important questions to ask before making that final decision. There are also chapters for franchisees and franchisors currently involved in the franchise industry. The chapters on "Negotiating The Franchise Agreement", "The Laws of Franchising" and "The Secrets to Success " represent examples of the practical advice this book contains.
The definitive A-to-Z guide to researching, selecting, and starting a viable franchise business With more and more professionals looking for alternatives to traditional corporate employment, Become a Franchise Owner! informs would-be franchise owners of the joys and perils of purchasing a franchise. Authored by a trusted, feisty, tell-it-how-it-is independent franchise industry insider, this book offers straightforward, step-by-step tips and advice on how to properly (and carefully) research and select a franchise business. Get tips on how to locate information about franchises, current industry trends, interviews with franchisors, and hot franchise opportunities. Offers a self-evaluation to discover if you are "franchise material" Describes how to choose the right franchise for your specific situation Lists the 40 crucial questions to ask current franchise owners Owning a franchise isn't for everyone; in fact, as Joel Libava says, "it's really not for most people." But if it is for you, this book can guide you in starting your own successful franchise business.
The Educated Franchisee will show you: -How to find a franchise that is right for you -How owning a franchise can create wealth -Where to find quality franchisors -What qualities franchisors look for -How to gather information from franchisees -How to make sure the franchise makes money -How to confidently select the best franchise -The five keys to success in owning a franchise
Have you ever thought of starting a franchise business but don't know where to begin? Buying a franchise sounds like a smart shortcut to becoming an entrepreneur, but is it for you? Best-selling author David Busker answers these questions and more in his new book Franchise Vision: Transform Your Future Through Franchise Ownership. In it, you'll learn: How to know if you have an entrepreneurial mindset The types and business models of franchises How the Franchise Continuum helps you define your criteria How to research and buy a franchise Where to focus your research What you'll need to have in place before you start a franchise How to identify and overcome red flags, roadblocks, and obstacles that can derail your efforts How to finance your business investment How to get help from advisors and consultants What to expect after signing a franchise agreement This book is not an inspirational sales call to arms that pretends everyone can and should buy a franchise. It's a comprehensive, down-to-earth examination of the process that starts with the most important question--should you do this? From there, David will take you through the process of researching and buying a franchise step by step with real-world examples to make every step crystal clear. David has been where you are. He made the transition from employee to entrepreneur, so he knows the joys and the pitfalls of this journey. He has lived the life of a multi-unit franchisee and self-employed business owner, so he's been through the process multiple times and learned something each time. "Franchise Vision is a fabulous resource for anyone thinking about getting into their own franchise business. It covers all the important topics involved in conducting a thorough investigation of opportunities and, even more importantly, it also does a wonderful job of explaining the emotional challenges that all of us face when contemplating doing something new. The book's focus on creating a vision of how you want your life to be in the future and then using this vision as a guide to decide which opportunities would be best for you is genius!." - Jeff Elgin, Founder and CEO, FranChoice, Inc. Franchise Vision is a motivational yet practical guide to understanding the path to franchise ownership, with real-world examples and step-by-step explanations to help those considering franchise ownership make decisions and navigate their journey with confidence. If you have ever wondered about how franchising works and how to investigate becoming a franchise owner, this book is for you. With this book you can confidently get started on your franchise journey today. As a nationally renowned franchise consultant, best-selling author, and franchise owner, David Busker has helped hundreds of candidates navigate the transition from employee to entrepreneur. His insights from leading and starting various businesses, as well as a no-nonsense educational approach, have endeared him to candidates seeking franchise ownership. With deep experience in multiple aspects of business as a CEO, CFO, CPA, business owner, startup founder, and multi-unit franchisee, Visualize your future and discover your inner entrepreneur today!
Take Your Business from Average to Extraordinary The Wealthy Franchisee pulls concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, brain science, interviews, and Scott Greenberg’s firsthand experience as a franchisee to help readers replicate the mental habits, tactics, and financial results of high-performing franchisees. As a franchising consultant, Scott Greenberg has helped franchise owners and franchisees improve their performance. Readers will learn how to: Explore their own mental responses and become more self-aware Bring out the best in employees and build superstar teams Dazzle customers and increase sales with emotionally satisfying experiences Optimize the human elements of their operation so they can grow into a next-level enterprise and become wealthy
