Franchising: The Basics

The headlines are regularly littered with stories linked to the increasing demand for flexible working. More parents are wanting part-time roles and careers that work alongside family and lifestyle commitments, but...

Basing any decision on assessing the facts, implications and potential consequences will give you a clear appreciation and understanding as to the best possible outcome and ensure you make the right...

British Franchise Association research shows that in the last two years one in five new franchisees has been under 30. What’s attracting them? Pip Wilkins, chief executive of the bfa, says: “We’re...

There can be few of us who’ve never chowed down on a Big Mac and fries. Opening its first restaurant in the UK in 1974, McDonald’s now boasts 1,250 restaurants across...

The route to self-employment has just been made easier, thanks to a new joint e-learning initiative between the British Franchise Association and Lloyds Bank. The Prospect Franchisee Certificate is the first course...

Mr. Electric franchisees Nadia and Rachid Bellili say consideration for the customer is what sets them apart. Trevor Johnson reports Mud on the carpet, brick dust on the shelves, rings from tea...

I started Business for Breakfast in 2001, with the first breakfast meeting held in Manchester at the Worsley Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club. Since then, the business network company has grown...

Research by the government backed Start Up Loans Company indicates that six out of 10 adults in the UK dream of starting their own businesses, with a desire for flexibility topping...