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Buying a franchise? Avoid these costly mistakes
Buying a franchise? Avoid these costly mistakes. It takes a lot of money to build a business, and you certainly don't want to waste any. Check this list of 7 costly mistakes to avoid...

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CAN VARS AND VENDORS EVER REALLY GET ALONG?
Suppliers and resellers have always been at odds. Take the proper steps and follow the good practice guidelines and it can be a mutually rewarding effort.
Dont let your clients move the goal posts Protect your company
Large companies with purchasing power have been moving the goal posts and bullying their suppliers to accept new payment terms. Fightyourcorner advises suppliers to put in place good debt management systems to avoid problems in the future. Good debt management should protect companies affected by sudden changes in contract terms.
Franchisor Rebates from Suppliers
Franchisors can receive rebates from required suppliers, but there are several things that should be first considered.
Will the Ghost of Harold Kutner Still Haunt the Corridors of the New GM? (Commentary)
In a May 15th, 2000 Business Week article Harold Kutner was referred to as an "old school purchasing guy with a reputation for playing hardball with suppliers." Amongst his heralded "accomplishments" at the time was the fact that he was the driving "force behind the auto industry's first e-marketplace for car makers and parts suppliers" (Covisint comes to mind here).
The Auto Industry Attracts a Wide Range of Prospective Business Owners
Despite a period of economic tumult, certain sectors remain unscathed. The automotive aftermarket and service industry is proving to be one area that withstands economic fluctuations. In fact, with drivers keeping their vehicles longer, the automotive service industry is thriving. Aspiring business owners, from all walks of life, have taken note and are increasingly choosing to own auto-related franchise concepts. Automotive franchises offer prospective franchisees the opportunity to become part of an enduring industry, and previous automotive experience often isn’t necessary to qualify.

Online Video boosts conversions – How can you start?
With online video growing rapidly as a way of promoting both a company and their products, many companies are looking to outside suppliers to help them get going.
What are the three biggest challenges suppliers face in their efforts to win government business?
Being well into the 7-Part "Seven Steps to Success: Jump Start Government Contracts Series," with expert author Judy Bradt on the PI Window on Business Show on Blog Talk Radio, the launch of the Public Sector Suppliers Forum on LinkedIn and of course the Essential Connections Blog, we seem to have touched on a hot topic that has been simmering for some time. Specifically, the disconnect between the tremendous opportunities afforded companies through government contracting, and the practical realization of said opportunities for the majority of suppliers.
Is Your Service ‘Entry Level’ or Extraordinary?
Has it ever occurred to you that what you think is great service is actually only the ‘entry level’ activities which allow your clients to put you on the list of possible suppliers? If not, you may be in for a rude shock!
Online Suppliers: Contracts, Digital Signing and more
As a small business, working with Freelancers or a Virtual Team often means finding a way to contract with an online supplier, and setting up a way to ensure that you receive the contracted services. This protection potentially means setting up an escrow account, and requesting milestone payments. When you're new to the world of virtual business all of these concepts can make your head spin. How do you find suppliers you can trust, and even then how do you protect yourself, your clients and be fair to your suppliers contractually and financially?
Choosing Suppliers
Most people select suppliers of goods and services on a combination of price and inertia. We keep on buying from our current suppliers until we feel (or find out) we can get a better price elsewhere. Perhaps we need to be a little more careful about how we do this ... inertia is not a very effective means of ensuring value for money. This brief article takes you through a simple process that should help you save money and reduce risks.
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