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Trademarks for Proprietary Products: What You Need to Know

Franchisors that are serious about developing additional revenue streams in their franchise will ultimately explore proprietary products. By creating new products either under the brand or as a stand-alone entity, franchisors can sell and distribute…

12 Top Trends in Franchising’s Restaurant Industry

Restaurant franchises had their second biggest month of the year and are responsible for adding two-thirds of the 48,600 jobs created in December 2015. Continuing with the food industry’s positive momentum, here is a specific…

Are You “Intelligent” Enough to Be an Entrepreneur?

Many people feel that they just aren’t smart enough to be an entrepreneur, yet there seems to be no convincing evidence that a high IQ is a prerequisite for this lifestyle. We all know of…

5 Things to Know About Starting a Business with Family

It sounds magical, doesn’t it? Living your dream with someone you trust, love and enjoy being around. Ditching the 9-5 where you’re surrounded by cubical walls, to sit in your garage with your spouse or…

5 Ways to Not Pitch Journalists

When pitching a story to journalists, the quality of the pitch can determine if you see your news in the headlines or it ends up being tossed in the garbage can. Many journalists are bombarded…

How to Effectively Craft a Top-Notch Business Plan

Picture yourself in a place you’ve never been before. The charge on your smartphone goes dead. You don’t have a GPS or map with you, and you have no idea where to turn to ask…

You Were Good at Everything Before Someone Said Otherwise

When we were younger, we felt like anything was possible. We were artists, singers, dancers, scientists, mathematicians, writers, and maybe even the occasional wizard or superhero. Of course, we realized we couldn’t actually move objects…

5 Surprising Truths from a Crowdfunding Advocate

As an advisor to many entrepreneurs, I still hear frequently the irrational exuberance that crowdfunding is the quick alternative for startups that are passed over by overly demanding angels or venture capital investors. In reality,…

How to Choose a Commercial Property for Your Business

There are many factors to consider when choosing the right commercial property for your small business. It can be difficult to please your customers, your employees, and your business associates. For small businesses, location is…

How to Develop a Mindset for Success: Part 2

While trying to succeed in marketing or growing your business, it is essential to develop the right mindset. In the first part of this article, we explained how believing in yourself, cultivating patience, and learning…

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