Single-Unit vs. Multi-Unit Franchise Ownership
Single-unit franchise ownership is much different from multi-unit franchise ownership. The two types of operators often have different business goals and priorities. So, how do you decide which is right for you? As always, America’s Best Franchises has got you covered with all the pertinent details to help you make a decision. Although both types of ownership…
Read MoreTrump Era Health Care Options for Small Businesses
Over the past eight years, The Affordable Care Act, or ACA, has been a source of insurance for many small businesses and self-employed individuals. But the Trump Administration believes it has a better idea. It recently proposed a new health care option for businesses and the self-employed that would run parallel to the ACA. Here’s…
Read More3 Surefire Ways to Improve Your Relationship with Employees
Management should have a good relationship with employees for a number of reasons. You want to have a way of relating to the people that work for you, but you also need to be prepared to give them the help that they need when they are in peril. There are a few things you can…
Read MoreWhat Does It Take to Make Money as an Airbnb Host?
Airbnb has revolutionized the way travelers find accommodation. You no longer have to rely on expensive hotel rooms while traveling on business or holiday. If you are someone with a room or property to spare, startups like Airbnb offer a profitable money-making opportunity for solo entrepreneurs. But Airbnb is not the only service that lets…
Read MoreFunding Alternatives Change as Your New Venture Grows
Some entrepreneurs start polling venture capitalists for that multi-million dollar investment before they even have a business plan. That’s like trying to sell part of something to a stranger for big money when you haven’t fully defined it yet. It won’t work, it costs time and money, and hurts your credibility when you need them…
Read MoreOld Navy Gets It Wrong
Previously, we took a look at how Crock-Pot dealt with the untimely death of a beloved TV character due to a faulty Crock-Pot cord and the social media backlash that erupted from that pretend but apparently emotional death. A situation that could have gone very wrong but Crock-Pot got it right. They didn’t get defensive or…
Read More7 Easy Ways to Attract New Customers to Your Restaurant
As a restaurant owner, you have to be on the ball. The restaurant industry is extremely competitive, only an individual who is creative, proactive and innovative can keep a restaurant running. It goes beyond just having a great menu or keeping your prices down. You have to think out of the box, try unusual things,…
Read MoreHow Do You Know You’ve Been Hit by Ransomware?
In 2016, a business was attacked by ransomware every 40 seconds. In 2017, we saw a massive global ransomware attack, known as WannaCry, hit businesses of all sizes and across all sectors. Attacks of ransomware also rose by 350% in the same year, according to Dimension Data. And, Kaspersky said that a single ransomware attack…
Read MoreHow to Market to Each Generation Differently
When you market to multiple generations, are you aware of their differing needs and desires? Even if you don’t always have the resources to target each one separately, it’s helpful to know what you’re dealing with when engaging them individually or in homogeneous groups. Epsilon’s new study, Age Matters: A Guide to Cross-Generational Marketing – How…
Read MoreHow to Use the Feel Felt Found Method
Whether you are ‘talking’ virtually or face to face, using the feel, felt, found method of communication will make you a more effective communicator. The effectiveness of your business conversations is key on the ability to connect rather than convince. Whether you are talking with a potential customer, new business associate or possible hostess, when…
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