Top 10 Signs of a Great Franchise Opportunity: #1/Industry Growth

What makes a great franchise opportunity? AllBusiness.com posted an article recently about the 10 signs you should look for when thinking about buying a franchise—whether it’s a haircare salon or something else (although I really can’t understand why you’d consider anything else!).   The first one on the list is industry growth. Before you start any business, you’ll want to know if there is growth potential in the industry you’re considering. Here are some questions I think are important to consider (and then...

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Becoming a Franchisee: How to know when it’s a good thing

If you’re reading this blog, chances are you’re already a franchisee or you’re considering becoming one. Either way, you’re most likely interested in knowing when something is worth investing in – a hair salon business, for example – or when it’s best to look elsewhere.  I came across this headline recently: 10 Signs of a Great Franchise Opportunity. It was an article posted on AllBusiness.com, which is one of my favorite online publications for news about starting or buying a business or franchise. (Full...

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