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This issue contains three articles for prospective and existing franchisees. Franchisors will also find the information useful and informative. Be sure to read Ed's Rant at the end of the newsletter.
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| How Do You Avoid Double Talk When Interviewing Existing Franchisees?
By Dr. John Hayes |
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One of the most important steps in the due diligence process of buying a franchise is to interview existing franchisees. I recommend that you interview as many as possible and that you visit at least one and spend at least part of a day exploring the franchise opportunity. After working in a franchise for a day, or a weekend, you might decide it's not really for you!
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10 Franchises Poised for Growth.
By Ed Teixeira |
 We reviewed franchise concepts in two of the fastest growing industry segments: home healthcare and personal fitness. Using specific indicators we came up with ten franchises that met our guidelines. Read this article to find the franchises that made the list and learn how they were chosen.
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| Does Background Matter for Potential Franchisees?
by Doug Schadle |
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For people looking to start their own business and become their own boss, it's important not to limit your options. If a potential entrepreneur has no specific experience in a given industry, that doesn't mean there's not an opportunity for success.
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| Ed's Rant |
| Each issue I'll provide my weekly Rant regarding some aspect of franchising. This week I take issue with provisions in certain franchise agreements that require franchisees to pay a fee, althought sometimes nominal, to attend an annual franchise convention. I come from an era that used the annual franchise convention as an opportunity to thank the franchisees and provide educational programs. Their only cost was for travel and lodging. I would hope that franchisors that charge a convention fee to its franchisees reciprocate with appropriate benefits. |
