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Are
you thinking of opening a franchise? There's lots to learn before
you make the leap into this unique form of self-employment.
Franchises
provide those with limited cash to run their own businesses, but
it's not entirely a free ride. You'll have to stick closely to
the system laid out by the franchiser, who has the ultimate say
on how you run your business and make a profit, or hire &
train your employees.
On the Web, learn whether or not you may be cut out for the franchise
game - with discussions on promise and pitfalls, pros & cons,
major companies to contract with, contract negotiating, and the
jargon & buzzwords of franchising ...
StartupJournal | Franchising - Maybe the only resource
you'll ever need in terms of what questions to ask, what pitfalls
to watch out for and more on the nitty-gritty of franchise operations
with a cache of information-rich stories from the Wall Street
Journal, including how to interpret the Uniform Franchise Offering
Circular (UFOC), reading the contract, preparing an exit strategy,
and lots more.
The
Franchise Prospector
- The online journal featuring a directory of U.S., Canadian and
international franchise opportunities, plus related story articles,
guides & a list of what's hot and popular in franchising right
now.
FranchiseGator.com
- Related story articles plus information on featured franchises
from big name companies you'll recognize, together with a searchable
directory of franchise opportunities, and browse around the left-hand
menu for more resources, free newsleter, FAQ.
International
Franchise Association - Clearinghouse of news & information
on over 1,000 opportunities plus guides to minority franchising,
advice & how to's for finding the right franchise, online
forum, suggested reading and related links.
Franchise
Times - Check out their annual Top 200 list of choice
franchises in the U.S. along with feature cover story and more
with paid subscription.
Franchise
World - Online UK magazine with guides for beginners on
pros and cons, buying tips, a glossary of industry jargon &
buzz words, franchise classifieds.
also
see feature story -> Franchise
Do's & Don'ts
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