For any franchisor, growing the franchise brand is an important focus as you work towards your goals. Expanding your brand, bringing more franchisees into the system and growing your career is a fantastic feeling, and if you are in an active growth phase, you are likely thinking a lot about how you can achieve your goals lately. Both single- and multi-unit franchisees can be a great asset as you do so. Read on →

While many people associate hurricanes with the summer season, hurricane season actually begins on June 1 but does not end until Nov. 30. While hurricanes are obviously the biggest threat to businesses in coastal areas, even inland regions tend to experience heavy rains and high winds as a hurricane makes its way ashore. For this reason, businesses nearly anywhere are wise to read up on how they can increase their hurricane preparedness. Read on →

Building up your franchise is an extremely rewarding process. Seeing the business you have created grow and expand is quite exciting, but it can be a bit worry-inducing, too. Handing over the reins to something as personal as your business is a major step, but knowing that your franchisees are fully prepared to take on the situation can make all the difference. Not only will training your franchisees well allow you to feel more comfortable, but it will make your franchisees more comfortable, too. Read on →

Ensuring that your franchise system is set up for success is something that all franchisors aim for, but how do you know exactly what is worth investing in? There are many different ways that you can bring improvement to your franchise system and your franchisees’ experience, but understanding which factors are the most likely to impact performance can help you make educated decisions regarding what you should prioritize next. Read on →

Any business in any industry is only as good as its people, and franchise businesses are no exception to this rule. While franchises often have a large network of employees, franchisees and support staff, as a franchisor, it is important to be sure you are doing what you can to support your franchise owners every step of the way. It can be easy to get caught up in daily tasks and to-do lists and forget to prioritize franchisee happiness, but by working these tips into your daily priorities, you can be sure you are doing everything you can to keep everyone within your franchise system happy and productive. Read on →

We know you are probably thinking, “what free time? I’m a business owner!” but hear us out! Making time for yourself and maximizing the idle hours you do have is so important, especially for busy franchise owners. Regardless of what industry you are in, balancing everything can feel like a circus—but if you take some time for yourself, you can feel much better when it is time to tackle that next to-do. Read on →

Being a franchise owner requires you to wear many, many hats to say the least! While it is extremely rewarding work, it also takes a lot of time and leadership skills to make everything work. Fortunately, with the right processes in place, you can offload quite a bit of your stress and still create a successful enterprise with your franchise! Below, we will be sharing some of our favorite time management tips that any business professional can use. Read on →

While it is common for franchise owners to assume that any sort of damage that might befall their business would be covered under their standard commercial insurance policy, flooding is one major exception to the rule. Flood insurance is something that must be purchased separately from your traditional policy, and for most businesses, is something you do not want to be caught without. While many people assume that flooding does not impact their area, the reality is that floods are getting more and more common—and only an inch of floodwater can cause $25,000 in damages. Read on →

When deciding on what insurance you need for your franchise, some things are pretty straightforward. Things like general liability insurance, workers’ compensation insurance and flood insurance are pretty clearly necessities, but depending on your situation, commercial auto insurance may not be so clear. If you own a franchise that primarily handles deliveries or has a fleet of vehicles it may be, but if you fall into a grey area, how will you know if you are fully covered? Read on →

Regardless of where your business is located or what industry it is in, it has one thing in common with every other business in the world: It is susceptible to the threat of a natural disaster. While some disasters are more likely to happen in certain areas (hurricanes in coastal towns, for instance), there is always a risk that a type of disaster could hit your business, too. From fires to storms to floods, there are many things that can interrupt a business’ ability to operate. Read on →