The number of mobile franchises in Australia and New Zealand has expanded considerably over recent years. By mobile I mean where the business is conducted from a van. There are franchises that are mobile because they have to be. For example, there are pool valet services, electrical or plumbing services, couriers, and cleaning. There… Continue reading MOBILE FRANCHISES ARE EXCITING
As a franchisor or franchisee, you understand the pressures of running a business, balancing the demands of daily operations while striving for growth. It’s easy to get caught in today’s chaos and miss the bigger picture. However, if you want to take your business to the next level, strategy must lead the way. Growth isn’t… Continue reading Strategy and Growth: The Yin and Yang of Franchise Success
Final version of new Franchising Code released; Silent on licensing The Australian Government has released the final version of the new Franchising Code of Conduct along with an Explanatory Statement outlining changes to the Code which will take effect from April 1 next year. The new Code will replace the existing Code which… Continue reading Behind the Headlines
There has been a great deal of change at FCA – and the organization has put plans in place to take back the Sovereignty of the Franchise Sector and get out in front of the challenges ahead. There are exciting and well-made plans in place to ensure the FCA is equipped and ready to take… Continue reading FCA’s new 100-day plan – Taking back Sovereignty!
Entering a franchise is a significant investment, so it’s essential to do your homework. Australian franchises are required to provide prospective franchisees with a Franchise Disclosure Document. In New Zealand there is no such requirement, however some franchises voluntarily provide the same type of information. For simplicity’s sake, I’ll refer to Franchise Information as a… Continue reading Doing your new franchise business homework.
New Zealand is deregulated for franchising and is the most franchised country in the world per capita. Franchising is positive with a great number of opportunities. What are the trending franchise systems? Franchise New Zealand magazine and website has a section “Popular Searches” and it lists six types of franchise systems as follows:… Continue reading TRENDING FRANCHISES IN NEW ZEALAND
There is little doubt the franchise sector continues to thrive and expand despite the number of business insolvencies in various sectors such as hospitality and the building sector as more people look to enter the franchise sector. We are experiencing a veritable “franchise frenzy”… would you like fries with that ? Many redundant… Continue reading Trending Franchises & issues in 2025
2025 is fast approaching, and with it, a wave of transformations that could either propel your franchise forward or leave it struggling to catch up. Are you ready to ride the tide of change, or will you be left behind? We’re preparing to thrive in 2025 (it rhymes!!!). As a Business Coach, I am… Continue reading Future-Proof Your Franchise In 2025: Top Trends To Watch
The franchise model is built on the strength of a brand. A brand is the cornerstone that attracts franchisees, builds customer loyalty, and drives recognition and recall. For many franchisees, the decision to invest in a brand hinges on its strength and reputation. As a proven business model, a well known and recognised franchise… Continue reading Rebranding a Franchise: Taking the fear out of a high-stakes gamble
As a franchisee, you’ve invested time, money, and effort into building your business. But have you taken steps to protect that investment for the long term? A recent survey in will-making offers valuable insights for franchisees on the importance of estate planning. A survey conducted by online estate planning service Willed revealed that 64%… Continue reading How Franchisees Should Plan Their Estate: Insights from Recent Will-Making Trends