Starting a franchise can be an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to enter the world of business ownership. With an established brand and support from the franchisor, it can seem like a guaranteed path to success. However, one question that often comes up is: how long does it take for a franchise to become profitable? …
The short answer to this question is no, since franchising and licensing are not the same. While both involve the use of a brand or intellectual property, they differ in scope and control. Franchising involves a more comprehensive agreement where the franchisee pays a fee to use the franchisor’s entire business model, including brand, products, …
Franchising can be a lucrative and mutually beneficial business model for both franchisees and franchisors. However, disputes can arise between the two parties that can significantly impact the success of the franchise. These disputes can range from contractual disagreements to issues with marketing or operations. If left unresolved, they can lead to costly legal battles …
Franchising can be a great opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking to operate a business with a recognizable brand, established systems, and corporate support. However, it’s not uncommon for franchisees to eventually find themselves questioning whether the business still fits their goals or lifestyle. The idea of walking away from a franchise can be daunting, and understandably …
Franchising is one of the most powerful business models in the world, enabling companies to grow rapidly by allowing independent operators to use their brand, business model, and products. Over the decades, several franchises have grown from local enterprises into global empires. Today, some of the largest franchises span across industries such as food and …
Leading franchise consultants backs initiative to support global franchising Leading franchise consulting firm Infinity Business Growth Network have sponsored a new initiative by the Quality Franchise Association ( QFA ) to assist businesses across the globe to grow their businesses via franchising. The QFA is a not for profit trade association that provides leadership, standards …
“As a new franchisee, I wasn’t too sure what to expect from Puncturesafe, but in the early stages I’ve been given lucrative jobs from Head Office for me to take care of and this shows PunctureSafe are committed to offering all jobs in a franchisees postcode area to their local franchisor. In fact, within just …
PACK & SEND Oxford Wins Double Award! Oxford courier services company, PACK & SEND, won two awards at the national conference for its parent company. PACK & SEND Oxford is part of a multi-national company, offering a range of postal, freight, courier, packing and removal services, specialising in the shipment of fragile, large, …
Tutor Doctor Cambridge ‘scrums’ together with sports charity to support disadvantaged children Having delivered more than 200,000 hours of tutoring to students across Cambridgeshire in 2024 alone, Rob and Lynne Kerrison – owners of Tutor Doctor Cambridge – have now gone the extra step in supporting the children in their own area. The …
Leading franchising consultants Infinity Business Growth Network has just announced the launch of a new competitive socialising bar brand. The name of the business is No Name Bar & Games. The venues have a huge variety of entertainments including; Axe throwing Mini Golf Darts Pool Shuffleboard Karaoke The business is based in Colchester and after 2 highly successful …
Franchiseek, a leading global franchise directory, is excited to announce its expansion into the Australian market. This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s mission to connect entrepreneurs with the most promising franchise opportunities around the world. By offering a dedicated platform for Australian business owners, Franchiseek is poised to enhance the franchise landscape …
For James Lofthouse running Minster Cleaning franchises has become a family affair. All three of his sons are now involved in making the Sheffield and Derby businesses a success. Two of those sons, Charlie and Edward, bought the Sheffield franchise in June of this year having spent several years taking care of day-to-day …