Business Franchise articles from February 2008

Business Franchise archives from February 2008

Unions want 6 [pounds sterling] minimum wage.(Need to know: ESSENTIAL UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR FRANCHISES AND SMEs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Trades Union Congress has suggested that the Low Pay Commission should increase the National Minimum Wage to 6 [pounds sterling] next year and that the adult rate should apply at age 18 and not 22 as at present....

Red tape remains.(Need to know: ESSENTIAL UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR FRANCHISES AND SMEs)
February 1, 2008... The Employment Simplification Bill will not be the start of a red tape revolution, warns the Forum of Private Business (FPB). The Bill contains three main measures:a new penalty regime for companies that fail to pay the national minimum wage;...

New Health and Safety review.(Need to know: ESSENTIAL UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR FRANCHISES AND SMEs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Small and low-risk firms will be the focus of a major review of business health and safety laws. The Chancellor has asked employers, workers and experts on their views on how current legislation can be revamped to...

Creative employees make a positive change.(Need to know: ESSENTIAL UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR FRANCHISES AND SMEs)
February 1, 2008... * Research from Orange and Make Your Mark has found that 77 per cent of small firms are finding it difficult to recruit creative and enterprising employees, with one in three confirming that this was restricting company growth. Only 12 per cent...

Going local.(Need to know: ESSENTIAL UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR FRANCHISES AND SMEs)
February 1, 2008... * A campaign to encourage local banking services has received the support of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). The Campaign for Community Banking Services is a coalition of 25 national organisations concerned about branch closures,...

Older siblings make better entrepreneurs.(Need to know: ESSENTIAL UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR FRANCHISES AND SMEs)
February 1, 2008... A Barclays Local Business survey has discovered that older siblings are the most likely to become successful entrepreneurs. Forty-one per cent of small business owners are the first-born son or daughter. However, the report suggests that there...

It's in your account--it's just not real.
February 1, 2008... * Small firms are used to hearing that a cheque is in the post but a more irritating line is from a bank which says the money is in your account it's just not cleared yet But changes to the Banking Code--to be fully implemented by March...

Small firms unprepared for tax.
February 1, 2008... * Nearly half of SMEs do not save for their corporation tax bill, according to Alliance & Leicester Commercial Bank. Over a third of companies leave payments until the last minute and one-fifth said they couldn't afford to save in advance...

SMEs not ready for global market.
February 1, 2008... * SMES need more government help to compete in a global market place according to the Institute of Chartered Accountants. While 71 per cent of all British firms had a global presence, this drops to 62. per cent for small businesses and 41 per...

Long hours for directors.(Need to know: ESSENTIAL UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR FRANCHISES AND SMEs)
February 1, 2008... 31% of small business owners are working over 55 hours a week while a further 43% work between 46 and 54 hours. The figures, published by the Institute of Directors, come from an analysis of 4,000 jobs from 1200 organisations. The same report...

Tout's company.(Franchise news)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Getting children to eat fruit and vegetables has never been easier--and is now an exciting new business opportunity. At MangeTout, interactive fun food classes allow children age one to five years, along with...

Dreams team.(Franchise news)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Cash Converters, the UK's leading second-hand high street retailer, is proud to announce its first national corporate sponsorship with Dreams ComeTrue, a children's charity that fulfils the dreams of terminally and...

Franchise Marketing Awards 2008.(Franchise news)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Awards recognise outstanding achievements in the following areas: * Products & Services: --Best Overall Marketing Campaign --Best Website --Most Innovative Marketing Campaign --Best Brand...

Track records.(Franchise news)
February 1, 2008... * Castle Estates and Calbarrie as part of the Paladin Group have made the top 20 in The Sunday Times FastTrack 100--Britain's fasted growing private companies. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Paladin Group are proud to announce their...

Gong culture: call for entries: The Franchise Marketing Awards returns in 2008, and is set to be better than ever ... don't miss out!(Franchise news)
February 1, 2008... The Franchise Marketing Awards have, since their inauguration in "2006, rapidly become one of the most highly coveted prizes by franchisors throughout Great Britain. Following the resounding success of the previous two years, entries are...

A number of top franchises were given a welcome boost by receiving trophies at the Irish Franchise Awards 2007 in Dublin.(Franchise news)(Awards list)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * On Thursday, November 22 at the Conrad Hilton Hotel in Dublin, the winners of the Irish Franchise Awards 2007 were announced at a formal black-tie award ceremony presented by the inimitable Marty Whelan. The...

Welcome to our new faces: it's all change at the British Franchise Association. Business Franchise finds out who's who on the Board ...(bfa news)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The bfa Board of Directors elected by the Members. Full Member franchisors have II places on the Board, Associate Franchisors and our Affiliated Professional Advisors each have one representative elected annually....

Wheels of fortune: with about 30 million vehicles on the roads, few areas lend themselves more readily to franchising than the automotive sector. In an industry often tainted by the dubious actions of cowboy operators, franchising provides a sense of cohesion, quality and consistency of service that can offer peace of mind to both operator and customer. Matt Pigott puts high beam on a handful of well-established franchise propositions.(MARKET FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Snap-on Tools Few franchise can boast a longevity reaching back to the 'roaring twenties' in the US, but it was then that Joseph Johnson and William Seidemann pioneered the idea of the interchangeable socket...

FASTSIGNS reaches new heights what makes you jump for joy?
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] There are times in our-lives when either decisions are made for us or we make the decisions ourselves. Sometimes we are pushed, other times we plan ahead How do you deal with unexpected change? For example, the...

Housing benefits: as experts predict an economic downturn and a shuddering halt to rising house prices, franchisors in the home improvement sector are licking their lips. Carol Davis explains why ...(SPECIAL FEATURE)
February 1, 2008... There's no cloud without a silver lining, say home improvement franchisors as the economy struggles through 2008 and beyond. Interest rate rises, a slowing housing market, the credit crunch and rising oil prices are early warning signs of a...

High society: the great and the good of Irish franchising were present at the RDS in November, creating new entrepreneurs on the Emerald Isle.
February 1, 2008... * The Irish Franchise Exhibition, which took place at the Royal Dublin Society, delivered two days of superb business and networking opportunities for the leading exhibitors and thousands of visitors who attended. More than 50 key UK and...

What women want: Women On Top, a networking group for women, has launched a franchise package and is looking for franchisees all over the UK in response to demand for their unique networking approach.(NEW LAUNCH)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Women on Top offers a refreshing alternative to traditional business networking. Through monthly events, held all over England, professional women can get together to share ideas, celebrate their success and have...

Frame and fortune: Trowbridge Gallery opened its first outlet on King's Road, Fulham, in 1992 and is now franchising its operation. Matt Pigott talks to some of the people driving the network expansion.(NEW LAUNCH)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Enthusiastic, dynamic, forward-thinking--these are just a few of the adjectives that spring to mind when conjuring up Martin Trowbridge. His boyish good looks and engaging manner have all played their part in...

Building on a unique concept: do you want to be part of a 200 million [pounds sterling] industry? This first-of-its-kind franchise provides a cost-effective service to customers wishing to extend their homes.(NEW LAUNCH)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] EasyPlan is the first franchise of its kind in a market that has to change rapidly to meet the expectations of modern customers. With over 20 years in the industry, Andrew Hartshorn founded EasyPlan in 2001 to...

Top billing for Marcus: having invoiced 90,000 [pounds sterling] in one month, Sandler Sales Institute franchisee Marcus Cauchi has proved that white-collar franchising can really pay off.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Marcus Cauchi, a franchisee for three years, has just completed an incredible spell where he has closed 67 qualified prospects in a row, culminating in his best month ever where he billed his clients an astonishing...

Box clever: after just seven months with computer product supplier Inkbox, Maria Whitbread became the company's most successful franchisee. She tells Business Franchise how she's ready to take on another one.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)(Interview)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * How, when and why did you get involved with Inkbox? I had reached a stage in my previous career where I was looking for a new challenge. I researched various options and after a great deal of consideration I...

The sweet smell of success: mother-and-daughter team Colleen Bannard and Danielle Williams took on their Thorntons franchise just five months ago in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, and they got off to a flying start ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS)(Interview)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * When did you become a Thorntons franchisee? Danielle: September 15, 2007 * What made you want to go into franchising and what made you choose Thorntons as your preferred franchise? Danielle: We already...

Cafe culture: Cafe2U, with over 30 franchises in the UK, has reached the magic 100. With ambitions to double in 2008 do you have what it takes to join the No. 1 mobile espresso operator?(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The premier mobile coffee franchise Cafe2U is a full-service, mobile espresso bar offering delicious lattes, mochas, cappuccinos and other beverages and snacks. The Cafe2U concept is proving to be extremely popular...

Grounds for success: Countrywide Grounds Maintenance's Franchisees of the Year Paul Harper and Stuart Metzgar have enjoyed a blooming 2007. Paul tells John Bensalhia why he and Stuart are in this business for the long haul ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It's congratulations to Countrywide Grounds Maintenance's East Yorkshire franchisees, Paul Harper and Smart Metzgar. For the second year on the trot, they have won the company's Franchisee Of The Year accolade. 'I...

Future security: Chamberlains offers a unique management franchise in the UK security sector ... a growing market worth billions of pounds!(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Franchising is often described as a short cut to business success, because people immediately gain experience, knowledge and expertise when they buy a franchise. This is especially true in a regulated industry where...

Setting the right tone.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If you are looking for a great business opportunity, and want to be part of a successful and leading brand, look no further than Power Plate, the market-leading fitness machine that delivers a full body workout in...

Best foot forward: Foot Solutions is one of the newest and most exciting franchises to arrive in the UK and Ireland for a long time, If you're looking for a franchise with a difference, then it could be a step in the right direction.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)(Company overview)
February 1, 2008... Founded in 2000 by Raymond J Margiano, PhD, in Atlanta, Georgia, Foot Solutions now has more than 230 stores worldwide and is the leading health and wellness franchise focusing on foot care, comfort shoes and customised arch supports. The...

Like father, like son: Snap-on Tools franchisee Toby Smith talks to Business Franchise about life-changing decisions and keeping it in the family.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The business of selling the world's finest tools and services is a family affair for Toby Smith. He runs the Snap-on Tools franchise based in Weybridge, Surrey, which he took over from his father around two years...

The caring touch: industry leader Carewatch offers a business opportunity that will really make a difference, as Business Franchise found out ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Carewatch is one of the leading providers of home care in the UK, supporting 350,000 service users in their own homes every week. It is a franchised organisation that started from a pilot operation in Sussex in...

Four easy routes to join the Prontaprint brand: a market leader for 35 years, Prontaprint is the largest and best-known print-on-demand franchise in Europe and the first print business to achieve Business Superbrand status. With four different routes into the business, joining the Prontaprint success story has never been so easy.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Budding entrepreneurs can invest in a brand new centre, take over an existing centre or rebrand an existing print and design business. You can also join an existing Prontaprint centre as a senior sales employee, with...

Managing to build success: with a high demand for office cleaning services, there are all sorts of possibilities for Minster franchisees. Business Franchise looks at how they can clean up.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Minster Cleaning Services is one of the UK's most successful franchises and is among the country's top cleaning companies. The UK market for office cleaning is huge--currently valued at more than 4 billion [pounds...

There's a diet going on: do you love exercise and want to run your own business? If so, why not consider punning a franchise with the UK's largest diet and fitness group, Rosemary Conley Diet and Fitness Clubs.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rosemary Conley Diet and Fitness Clubs is the only national slimming organisation in the UK to offer exercise as well as dietary advice in the same class. Its franchisees have the freedom to run their own business...

Variety is the spice of life: so says Steve Sleigh, MBE's franchisee in Colchester, Essex. Business Franchise spoke to him in December as he was seasonably busy with all the usual Christmas-related services that MBE is so well-known for ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 'As well as our regular work, we print increasing numbers of Christmas cards and calendars every year for businesses and local people. We get plenty of packing and shipping orders from those wanting to send presents...

Myhome training guarantees success: proven market leader Myhome offers its franchisees one of the most comprehensive training courses around. Business Franchise finds out what potential new franchisees can learn about from the offset.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Residential cleaning is one of the UK's fastest-growing market sectors, with 2.7 million households spending about 11 billion [pounds sterling] every year on domestic help. With over 10 years' business success and a...

2008 new year, new career: the first franchise exhibition of 2008 takes place at Manchester Central (formerly G-Mex) in January, and what better place to begin your journey into the lucrative world of franchising. Brian Smart, Director General of the bfa, explains further ...(EXHIBITION FOREWORD)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] On behalf of the bfa, I would like to welcome you to the British Franchise Exhibition. The bfa is the major sponsor of the five franchise exhibitions held in Britain this year, with Manchester being the first. It...

Central meeting: get a head start in business by visiting the North of England's premier franchise exhibition at Manchester Central.(EXHIBITION INFORMATION)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Aspiring entrepreneurs will benefit from a superb array of business opportunities on offer at The British Franchise Exhibition, taking place at Manchester Central on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 January 2008. As the...

bfa franchise seminars.(EXHIBITION INFORMATION)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Taking place on both days of the event, free seminars run by the bfa will offer visitors free franchising advice as well as featuring key success stories. Presented by leading speakers from the UK franchise industry,...

Match-making zone.(EXHIBITION INFORMATION)
February 1, 2008... The ever-popular Franchise Match-Making Zone helps match up visitors with their ideal franchise, an ideal starting point for any entrepreneur starting out in franchising. Participants will gain guidance on the most suitable franchise...

Franchisee forum--employee to franchisee.(NEW!)
February 1, 2008... New to the exhibition this year, this interactive forum will provide the perfect fact-finding and networking opportunity for new franchisees, Consisting of a panel of franchisees and chaired by an impartial leading member of the franchise...

Future events 2008.(EXHIBITION INFORMATION)(Conference news)(Calendar)
February 1, 2008... * The British & International Franchise Exhibition and the Growing Your Own Business Exhibition & Conference Olympia, London, April 4 & 5 * The British Franchise Exhibition and the Growing Your Own Business Showcase & Conference SECC,...

Directions to Manchester Central.(EXHIBITION INFORMATION)
February 1, 2008... By train: Visitors to the exhibition can arrive at any of the following: Manchester Piccadilly station * Manchester Victoria station * Manchester Oxford Road station * Deansgate station All are within a few minutes of Manchester Central. ...

Your A-Z exhibitor guide.(EXHIBITOR LISTINGS)(Directory)
February 1, 2008... Your A-Z exhibitor guide All entries correct at time of going to press ActionCOACH S50 Contact name: Julie Wagstaff Franchise Consultancy/ Tel: 01284 701648...

Conference programme.(EVENT PROGRAMME)
February 1, 2008... Friday, January 25 10:45-11:15 OPENING ADDRESS Successful strategies to plan your business future * Developing a successful strategy to grow your business * Where to look for planning advice and information * The...

Girl allowed: Jennie Johnson, founder of award-winning childcare centre Kids Allowed and winner of entrepreneurial woman of the future, welcomes you to the Growing Your Own Business Exhibition Conference.(EVENT PROGRAMME)(Conference news)
February 1, 2008... AS THIS year's keynote speaker I am delighted to be addressing the Growing Your Own Business Exhibition and Conference at Manchester Central. This annual event has helped many small businesses across the North West increase their business...

Meteoric growth for star couple: Anatol Poyer-Sleeman and his partner, Michelle Clark, have eclipsed all records at ChipsAway International. The couple have dramatically grown their business in a number of ways, as Business Franchise reports.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The success story started in February 2004, when Anatol Poyer-Sleeman and Michelle Clark decided to invest in a ChipsAway franchise, after attending one of the company's informal open days. Having completed their...

More than just a pipe dream.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ReactFast has established itself s the UK's largest franchised mergency plumbing business, with network turnover exceeding 12 million [pounds sterling] a year. Since deciding to franchise the business in 2005, it has...

Flying high: NBC Bird & Pest Solutions is looking for new franchisees who can combine their passion for the outdoors with a desire for healthy profits.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We all want to get paid for doing something we absolutely love, and some of us are lucky enough to do just that. John Dickson from Suffolk has been a falconer since he was 13. In 1993 he noticed a demand in bird...

Susan's driven to succeed: after years dreaming about running her own business Bridgwater's Susan Sperrin is finally doing just that.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] A Bridgwater businesswoman has become the first franchisee to represent P.L.Workforce, the specialist driving and industrial staffing company based in Avonmouth, Bristol. Just weeks after launching the franchise...

In pole position: Myhome Window Cleaning gives you the chance to take your business from the bedroom to the boardroom.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Residential cleaning is one of the UK's fastest-growing market sectors, with 2.7 million households spending around 11 [pounds sterling] billion every year on domestic help. With four years of success, thousands of...

Hands-on franchising from Car Medic: in this age of buy-outs and acquisitions, it's tricky to know who you are actually buying a franchise from. That's why Car Medic thought it was important to clarify what the company is about--to re-introduce you to the Car Medic franchise ...(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Car Medic is the longest-established independent SMART-repair franchise in the world. It is also the UK's and Europe's largest SMART repair franchise, with over 300 individual franchisees in Britain and a large,...

Let's do lunch: if you have the determination and fire to make a fast-food business succeed, then the Burger King restaurant franchise will satisfy your appetite.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] It starts with the Burger King brand, one of the strongest and most recognised in the world. It's a brand that celebrates individuality and choice, so much so that 'Have it Your Way' isn't just a slogan, it's part...

PCC takes off: new Professional Car Cleaning franchisee Wayne Ward, along with fellow franchisee Peter Carmichael, have secured a rather unusual contract, meaning business has, quite literally, taken off!(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED Former cabinet maker Wayne Ward confesses that he has been surprised and delighted at how quickly his business has grown. He has built a growing customer base and much of his new work now comes as a result of...

Make a clean sweep: there's no magic formula to starting your own business, but with a recognised name such as ServiceMASTER behind you, you'll certainly have more chance of success.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Establishing a business of your own is a big risk to take when you are unsure and starting from scratch. A ServiceMASTER franchise can provide you with a unique package, where each facet of the company complements...

A clear route to the top: with the demand for plumbers far outstripping supply, there's a real opportunity for ambitious people to develop a highly profitable business in a growing industry.(FRANCHISE FOCUS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PlumbXpress is one of the UK's leading rapid-response plumbing and drain specialists, providing 24-hour emergency and regular maintenance services. Established in 2005, PlumbXpress is now in the process of...

Begin at the beginning: are you ready to take on a new franchise? With the right plan, you may find that the new year can bring you the job that you always wanted. John Bensalhia guides you through those first tottering steps.(FRANCHISE ADVICE)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] By the time you read this, it'll be 2008. Congratulations, you made it through 2007, a less than stellar year that's made grown men and women weep, Floods, financial crises, housing slumps and the prospect of a...

Tried and tested: new year, new Franchisee Diary. In 2008 Business Franchise will be tracking a Signs Express franchisee, and as background we take a broader look at the company itself ...(Franchise diary)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] There's no doubt that signage is big business, all you have to do is take a look around and it's guaranteed that there will be some form of signage close by; whether it be a welcoming entrance sign, a passing vehicle...

High standards: 'if we do what we've always done, we'll get what we've always had--it's time to raise our game.' So says Brian Duckett of Howarth, who suggests ways in which to raise that bar even higher.(Hot topic)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I've been involved in franchising now for over 30 years, and for at least the past 15 of those years, franchisors have been saying? It's hard to recruit franchisees--there just aren't enough prospects out there.' So...

The business of taking charge: Manzor Ishani look at the ethics behind the cost of taking over an existing franchise.(FRANCHISE ADVICE)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The golden rule of franchising, we are told, is that franchisors should not make a significant profit without justification from selling franchises. By the same token, they are not expected to make a loss either:...

Bargain hunt: Richard Watson goes on the negotiation trail, and explains why, in franchising, a little haggling goes a long way.(FRANCHISE ADVICE)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I never ask the landlord the price of a pint. In shops I pay the quoted rate without demur I accept charges and service fees without a qualm, and willfully refuse to change my power supplier. It's when my...

To be or not to be a franchisee?(FRANCHISE ADVICE: Q&A)
February 1, 2008... My husband wants to go for a franchise, but is too scared. I think it would be perfect for him, so how do I convince him it's worth going for? Jackie Connolly, Portsmouth * Peter Williams replies: Jackie, everyone contemplating a...

Past your crime.(FRANCHISE ADVICE: Q&A)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Can potential franchisees be taken on if they have a past criminal record! Robbie Carlson, Lambeth * John Pratt replies: Franchisors are free to set their own requirements as to what they are looking for in...

Keeping an eye on finance.(FRANCHISE ADVICE: Q&A)
February 1, 2008... What is the most effective method of monitoring the financial comings and goings in a franchise? Renu Singh, London * Cathryn Hayes replies: All businesses are required to make a certain amount of financial information available, which...

The panel.(FRANCHISE ADVICE)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CATHRYN HAYES is HSBC's head of franchising and an associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers. She has been in her present appointment since 1994 and has a high profile within the franchise industry. Among many...

Recognition Express.(RESALE OF THE MONTH)
February 1, 2008... First impressions really do count. It is crucial that the image companies project is both positive and enduring. Every organisation needs to be instantly recognisable in today's highly competitive market place. Recognition Express has been...

Resales explained.(FRANCHISE RESALES)
February 1, 2008... Existing franchises are sold for various reasons--retirement. ill-health, moving abroad, etc. Some franchise companies operate networks comprising hundreds of franchisees and more than one entry in the listings may simply reflect the scale of...

Growing in popularity: on the back of the sector's growing popularity and importance. Derrick Simpson introduces a new resales section for Business Franchise.(RESALE CORNER)
February 1, 2008... Welcome to a new series of short articles focusssing on the franchise resales marketplace and its place within the UK franchise industry. Firstly, however, I would like to congratulate Rob McKinlay and his team for having the foresight to...

A-Z franchise directory.
February 1, 2008... The following franchise listings are a comprehensive reference guide to help you find the franchise opportunity that's right for you. They are listed alphabetically and cover all business sectors. Information for these entries is provided by...

The uphill climb: just like a climb up Everest, starting out in franchising needs a lot of preparation and work. Bill Ewbank dons his goggles and sets off for the brave ascent ...(Last Word)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Business, it seems to me, is about risk and how to evaluate it. Of course, there are a great number of businesses to choose from,The idea of franchising is to minimise the risk in business by utilising the skills and...