Running a franchise Articles

Oddly, there seems to be a prevailing public misconception that becoming a franchisee is a simple matter of picking the model you want and then paying for it. Franchisors are -...

In contrast to going it alone, starting your own business via the franchising route can remove much of the pain and reduce risk. Why is that? Before a business can legitimately become...

One of an organisation’s greatest assets is its team of people. But a team consists of more than just employers and employees. There are many stakeholders in a business, think suppliers...

For many in the franchise industry, the dream is to build a fast growing and profitable franchise. However, a quick online search for ‘how to build a successful business’ reveals a...

The 8th NatWest EWIF Awards, held on May 15 at the NatWest building in London, was electric with excitement. So in case you haven’t heard, drum roll please… New woman franchisor  Sponsor: Daisy...

Often when people consider navigating the route to becoming a franchisee of an established and proven franchise concept, it can seem like a long and complex journey. It needn’t be. By applying...

Women franchisees are still in the minority in the UK. They only account for 23 per cent of franchisees, according to the 2015 NatWest/ British Franchise Association franchise survey, and just...

Franchise advertisements aimed at women often highlight the freedom and flexibility self-employment can offer. But there many other issues to consider when choosing between a job and starting a franchise: Can you handle...