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Putting Your Best Foot Forward: How to Impress and Court a Franchise Company

In any business venture between two parties, both parties are interviewing and evaluating each other. There is no difference in a franchise/franchisee relationship. For the franchise company to be successful and therefore a good investment for potential franchisees, a fair amount of vetting must be done not only by the potential franchisee, but by the franchisor.

A Typical Day at 9 Round

Each day is filled with important activities for a small business owner. C.J. Pascuzzo of 9 Round Kickbox Fitness in Decatur, Georgia, shared with us how he organizes his day and manages his time to keep the business running smoothly.

Promoting a New Business

Promoting a new business is all about raising awareness, whether it’s one person at a time or in large groups. At 9 Round Kickbox Fitness in Decatur, Georgia, C.J. Pascuzzo has found that the best way to promote the business is to just talk to people—in any way possible.

It Pays to be Neighborly: Franchises Building Relationships with the Community

Everyone loves the neighbor who plans block parties, waters your plants while you’re away on vacation, and does their part to make the community a better place. One of the magical things about owning a franchise is the fact that you can be that neighbor and benefit your entire community.

Google Plus Local Tips for Franchises

As with anything that directly relates to the world’s most popular search engine, Google Plus Local can be a useful tool for your small business to engage prospects in the surrounding area.

5 Things to Look for in a Franchisor

Picking a franchise to invest in is a big decision, and one that often requires a lot of soul searching. Beyond the financial investment that these businesses require, there are many personal sacrifices and a certain level of risk that is involved in becoming your own boss.

Avoiding Franchise Funding Mistakes

A potential franchisee seriously interested in becoming an entrepreneur will take several demonstrative steps throughout the ownership process. Allow us to introduce to you the Top 5 Pitfalls of franchise funding.

How to Evaluate a Franchise Training Program

We no longer live in a one-career society. In my grandfather’s day, a person often had the same job his whole life. My father had two. I’ve already made four major career changes and have over 20 years left in the workforce.

What Is An SBA-Approved Franchise?

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is an independent agency of the government that helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Although the SBA does not directly offer loans or financing, it does offer SBA-guaranteed loan programs, through lending institutions.

Can I Qualify for a Franchise?

Although it may not be immediately evident, a franchise company is under no obligation to award a franchise to just anyone who can afford the franchise fee.

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