To Franchise, or Not To Franchise
A restaurateur ponders taking the leap into franchising. Read more
Starting a Franchise
Recent Starting a Franchise Articles
Buyers Learn to Beware at Franchise Boot Camp
Several workshops have popped up around the country to help prospective buyers of franchises evaluate their options more thoroughly. Read more
Rude Awakenings May Await New Franchisees
How much do you really know about that franchise you're planning to buy? These tales from the field show why you need to carefully investigate ownership and ... Read more
Zen and the Art of the Self-Managing Company
The owners of Great Harvest Bread Co. are building a "learning organization" -- a company that fosters innovation and almost runs itself. Read more
The Complete Franchise Business Plan
A franchise business plan is similar to a traditional plan except that the former has to combine components of both the franchisee and the franchisor, or par... Read more
10 Common Mistakes of Prospective Franchisees
Thinking of buying a franchise? Avoid these common mistakes. Read more
Information to Secure from a Franchisor
Here's a helpful checklist for investigating franchise opportunities. Read more
Franchise Site Evaluation Form
When trying to evaluate suitable site locations for your potential franchise, use this form as a guideline. Read more
Hamburger Heaven
How McDonald's created modern-day franchising Read more
