Columns by Doug Ducey
Columns for Inc.com's Franchise Resource Center.
- The Five Fundamentals of Business Survival
- How can you make it through the rough patch that even the most successful companies eventually hit? Start preparing while the good times are still rolling.
(October 2006) - From Mom & Pop to Professional Op
- The key to replicating success in the franchise world is setting goals and laying out a thorough plan to actually achieve them.
(February 2006) - What's Your X-Factor?
- The ultimate in-store service experience will make your location not just a place to buy your products, but a destination on a Friday night or any night.
(September 2005) - Location Isn't Everything
- It turns out, that old truism about location can only take your business so far. What you really need are: Product, Concept, and People.
(June 2005) - The Role of Giving
- Franchisees are often finding ways to be a part of the community -- it helps business. But charitable giving has other benefits, too.
(May 2005) - For the Love of Franchising
- So you want to be in business for yourself, but you don't have a novel business idea. You want to be your own boss, but the boss of what? You say you're interested in being out on your own, but aren't thrilled with the idea of going it alone. Ever considered a franchise? Doug Ducey explains why franchising has been a good business for him and others.
(April 2005)


