I was fortunate enough to visit Churchill’s War Rooms in London. What was incredible was how much effort they put in to know exactly where all their troops were, where the enemy were, and how they could best engage them to create a winning result – should sound familiar with both franchisors and franchisees –… Continue reading 5 Lessons from Sir Winston Churchill. ….in planning you network’s future
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Looking to build that global empire through franchising?
If you’re thinking of franchising, chances are you’re looking to global expansion. Expansion plans are almost always a part of the entrepreneurial franchisor personality. The question is – how to get there? The answer – start local before you take the global step – checking your model works locally then checking the differences… Continue reading Looking to build that global empire through franchising?
Future-Proof Your Franchise In 2025: Top Trends To Watch
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
Home Services – Taking care of business
Do you remember that great song “Takin’ Care of Business” written by the Canadian rock group Bachman -Turner Overdrive (BTO) for their 1973 album? Maybe this is showing my age! The song was about a recording technician who would take the 8:15 a.m. train to work, inspiring the lyrics “take the 8:15 into the city”. … Continue reading Home Services – Taking care of business
Managing the tricky side of the home service sector
All those years ago when I first became involved with franchising, the franchised home service industries were pretty much limited to lawn mowing and cleaning domestic properties. Franchised businesses were concentrated in the bricks and mortar arena. Predominantly retail and food. Why? Because franchisees attracted to these areas had the skills to take on the… Continue reading Managing the tricky side of the home service sector
Franchisors Win Through Franchisee Education
Imagine your franchise system is a Formula 1 racing team. As a franchisor, you’re the Team Principal, responsible for providing the best car, technology, and resources for success. The franchisees? They’re the drivers. Even with the best racing car, without well-trained drivers, winning the race would be an uphill battle. The drivers’ skillset, knowledge,… Continue reading Franchisors Win Through Franchisee Education
A new financial year checklist
As the world continues to adapt and the business community faces some nervousness regarding economic stability, it’s more important than ever for franchisees and franchisors to take proactive measures to prepare for the financial year ahead. It’s always better to be on the front foot and have a clear picture of key business areas –… Continue reading A new financial year checklist
Recruitment Challenges
The franchising industry is concerned about recruiting new franchisees due to various factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, economic uncertainty, and changing consumer preferences. World stability and supply chain difficulties add to number of influences making them even more cautious about investing in new businesses… not to mention the comfort of high employment and… Continue reading Recruitment Challenges
Master Your Time
As a Business Coach, the number one excuse I hear for people not achieving something, is “I had no time.” I recognise that being a franchise owner can be challenging, and sometimes it’ll feel like you’re wearing 97 hats, whilst being in a constant state of juggle. The opportunity is to adopt ‘Time Mastery’.
Franchising Trends – Where Are The Emerging Opportunities?
Changing conditions, both economically and socially, create new opportunities. Of course, changing conditions also mean some previously stable sections of the economy lose their value and even their viability.