Franchisees Provide Insights on How to Improve Management and Business Operations

Two franchisees answer the question “What are the top three pain points in running your business?”


Protecting the Franchise Model: The Role Suppliers Play Defending the Industry

There are many threats facing the franchise industry today. One of the the IFA Supplier Forum’s undertakings is to provide members with information to better understand these threats and provide the means to support the IFA’s drive to turn the legislative tide facing the industry.

Labor Department’s Abusive Ruling Targets Consignment Franchise

Case is yet another example of the federal department’s coordinated agenda against franchise small businesses.

Avoid Costly Penalties from Immigration-Related Employment Discrimination

The Obama Administration has steadily enhanced its enforcement of immigration-related employment discrimination, employers should pay close attention to these rules.

Strategies for Improving Communications

One of the hallmarks of a successful franchise organization is effective two-way communications between the franchisor and franchisees.  The concept is well-known but how do you achieve effective communications? 

Retaining Workers in a Tight Labor Market: What It Means for Franchise Relations

It is incumbent upon franchisors to work with franchisees to pursue retention strategies that are right for their businesses and markets.

10 FAQs on Employee Handbooks

Before implementing a workplace restriction, review applicable federal, state, and local laws.

End the Tug of War: Ways Franchisors Can Establish a Better Bond with Franchisees

Franchise concepts come in all shapes and sizes. Some grow and succeed, some start and just drag slowly on, while others get moving and then fizzle. Just as there are a variety of concepts in the franchising business model, there are also a variety of reasons behind their success or demise.

Bird’s Eye View: Balancing Investment and Performance

Three things to consider when investing in capital expenses while maintaining operational excellence and ROI.

Transitioning From the Military to the Work Force

Leaning on the self-discipline, leadership and dedication learned when taking the leap into post-military business life.

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