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Foodservice franchises: more than just fast food
The first thing you think of with the word “franchise” is fast food, and that is reinforced further when I next say “foodservice franchises.” Before you shy away, there are significant profits to be made with these delicious niche examples! Micro-winery franchise How about a hip, urban micro-winery that doesn’t require you to grow one grape? Many aren’t even aware…
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Working with a franchisor – what it’s all about
Working with a franchisor is an insightful way to be a business owner with an established reputation before you begin. This week, we bring you some ideas of what you should expect and be prepared for when working with a franchisor. Insights like these can also help you determine what questions you should be asking as you start interviewing and…
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What does a franchise consultant really do?
Once you start looking at the idea of franchising seriously, especially if you are already on the Hundred Acre Consulting site, you may find yourself wondering first, what exactly does a franchise consultant do? Second, you may be wondering if you need one or if utilizing one is worth it? I’m so glad you asked because we have your answers!…
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Empty nesters – time to move and shake things up
Your youngest child just left home to blaze their own trail in the world. Give yourself a high-five for a job well done! You have spent the last 20 years or more, creating a stable and nurturing environment to raise your family. Now that you have room to stretch out and enjoy that release of obligation, what comes next? Your…
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Do you feel a yearning for change?
Tell me if you’ve heard any of this before: Something happens in your life, whether or not it’s directly related to your job and career. That something leads you to an epiphany that, “I can do so much more than this!” Some of those events may be: Job loss. Maybe the company shifted goals and priorities, leaving you the odd…
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Re-enter the workforce with a BANG with the help of a franchise
Starting with moms My first thought about this blog topic was that of the mother that paused her career to start a family. Her little one started Kindergarten, and she is eager to regain her professional footing. Many experience the epiphany that the corporate race is no longer a priority, but as they send their little one off to school,…
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Franchise opportunities for our Veterans
Please allow me to paint a scenario to you about a young Veteran returning home after multiple deployments in the middle east. He left soon after graduating high school, with that familiar call to service that many of our beloved soldiers have. He has grown and seen so much that many of us will never experience. The homecoming When our…