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Start-ups, Franchises, Venture Capitalists Oh My!

Women on Business

Eric Koester, Zaarly’s co-founder and chief marketing officer, provides great tips to any new start-ups in the early stages. Top 100 Franchises. AllBusiness AllStar Franchise released winners for the fourth annual “best of the best” franchises of 2012. Here is a partial list of some of the top franchises.

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218: Overcoming the Challenges Faced By Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders | with Charlene Walters, MBA, PhD

Engaging Leader

despite the fact that 42 percent of all small business or franchise owners are women, and there are 13 million female-owned businesses contributing to $1.9 despite the fact that 42 percent of all small business or franchise owners are women, and there are 13 million female-owned businesses contributing to $1.9

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Navigating the Challenges of Food Franchise Ownership

Strategy Driven

Initiating the venture into food franchise ownership commences with a pivotal decision – the selection of the right franchise. In a market saturated with numerous options, each boasting distinctive strengths, aspiring entrepreneurs are faced with a critical choice. Success lies in navigating this delicate equilibrium.

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Breaking Down the Costs: What to Expect When Pursuing a Franchising Opportunity

Strategy Driven

Owning a franchise can be an excellent way to start a business with a proven model and built-in support. Franchising offers many advantages, but it also comes with various costs that potential franchisees need to consider. The cost of these fees can vary widely depending on the brand, industry, and market.

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The Ten Commandments of Business Success

Women on Business

She was long dead when I first discovered Martha Matilda Harper and her amazing feat of launching modern franchising even though she had been a servant for nearly a quarter of a century. History buried its memory of the 500+ franchises she sprouted and staffed with other poor women. Guest Post by Jane Plitt. Competitors appear.

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How Great Leaders Value People

Lead Change Blog

They offer employees ample opportunities for training and development. The brand suffered, and franchise owners were running around with their hair on fire. Market share had grown from 14 percent to 21 percent, and the stock price was over $40. They look into the future to create learning and development opportunities.

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How Franchise Owners Can Use Customer Service to Outdo the Competition and Grow Their Business

Strategy Driven

With the bar set so low for customer service, franchise owners are well positioned to jump ahead of the competition. Their franchisor has already developed proven systems and desirable products. Customer service is your absolute best form of marketing. It’s the typical encounter we’ve settled for as consumers.