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Is The International Franchise Association Finally Stepping Up?

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It’s too bad Robert Cresanti, president and CEO of The International Franchise Association (IFA) is stepping down March 31st. Why?

Because he’s not Stephen J. Caldeira, the former head of the IFA. A guy who seemed to be more focused on having a “K Street” address than heading up a franchise business organization. An organization of franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers that’s supposed to protect, enhance and promote franchising.

FYI: K Street, locat...

How A Degree Could Help With Your New Business

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The entrepreneurial field is an ever-evolving, competitive arena in the global marketplace. To define, entrepreneurship refers to the concept of creating and handling a business venture. Through smart techniques and calculated risks, both profit and people may be acquired by the business. Entrepreneurship brings a positive influence in the economy because of its relevant function in production.

An entrepreneur is the individual who common...

The Most Popular Franchise Blog Posts Of 2020

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What follows is a list of the most popular franchise blog posts of #2020.

Whether you’re a new reader or someone who gets regular updates from my VIP Franchise Newsletter (which includes my latests posts), I think you’ll find them helpful.

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Is The Amazon Delivery Business Franchise Right For You?

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In this post, I’m going to share what I know about the Amazon delivery business.

But first, let’s start with a little Dylan.

“The answer, my friend, is blowin’ in the wind,

The answer is blowin’ in the wind.”

Stay with me. This package delivery business may be a good opportunity for you to partner with Amazon-as a business owner.

 

Amazon. Bezos. $$$$.

Amazon seems to be taking over the world.

Jeff Bezos is into everything. Like:

Retail
Grocery stores
Food del...

5 Great Business Ideas For College Students To Make Money In 2021

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(Guest Post: 5 Business Ideas For College Students In 2021)

Setting up a business and becoming self-employed is simultaneously one of the most challenging and also one of the most rewarding things you will ever do. On the one hand, it will be challenging, uncertain, risky, and take a lot of hard work and determination, not to mention a willingness to put yourself out there and risk failing. On the other hand, you might actually find something profitabl...

This Franchise Business Opportunity Practically Guarantees You A 1400% Annual Return On Your Money

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I know what you’re thinking.

There’s absolutely no way a franchise business opportunity can give you a 1400% return on your investment. It can’t happen.

And after being pounded over the head with non-stop misinformation for the last 5 years, it’s hard to believe anything at first glance. Maybe if I supplied some data…

 

There’s No Misinformation About Franchising Here

Warning! Run-on sentence:

Now for those of you who either know me persona...

The Beauty Of Franchising

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In this post, I’m going to discuss a beautiful segment of franchising; the beauty business.

In addition, I’m going to point you to a terrific resource you can use to learn more about the franchise opportunities that exist in this fun, growing business area today.

But before I get into that, I wanted to share a few things about the guy who got me into the area of franchising I’m in now. A guy who knew a few things about beauty.

 

My Dad An...

Why Would Anyone Order A Mushroom Pizza From Domino’s?

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There’s a perfectly good reason why I haven’t ordered a mushroom pizza from Domino’s® in at least 30 years. And I don’t understand why anyone would.

But before I tell you what that reason is, I need to go back in time for a couple of paragraphs. You’ll understand why in a moment.

 

The Good Stuff

40 years ago, I dined on several plump Jumbo Sea Scallops arranged in a perfect circle atop Zack Bruell’s unbelievably rich and sumptuous Raspber...

Go On A Wild Goose Chase With A Geese Chasers Franchise

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Let’s chase some geese. Specifically, Canadian Geese.

I know what you’re thinking.

“Why?”

Because chasing geese has become…or is starting to become, a “thing.”

In this case, with an investment of money and some desire on your end, you can become a geese chaser.

Seriously. It’s the sh*t.

 

I’m Not Being Funny Here
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In a moment, I’m going to tell you about a franchise business that specializes…that’s right, a business th...

Powerful 10-Step Checklist To Use Before You Buy The Franchise Of Your Dreams

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It can be pretty intense to invest in a franchise.

First, there’s the money.

“What if I lose everything!!?”

Then there’s the internal pressure.

“I can’t fail…I can’t fail…“

To say nothing of the external pressure.

“Honey, I hope you know what you’re doing. Please don’t screw this up.”

Plus there’s that back and forth going on inside your head.

“I sure hope I picked the right franchise. What if I chose the wrong franchise?”

Etc.

Good thing there’s a checklist you can use be...