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LSM Is Catching Fire
If you happen to read the restaurant news magazines and internet articles, you will notice that many restaurant franchisors are "more than interested" in Local Store Marketing. They realize that the successful franchisees in their chain have demonstrated skill at building business through networking in their local community. And they have noticed that institutional advertising is largely in-effective and expensive. For experts and students of Local Store Marketing, the secret is that Local Store Marketing has been around for quite a while. Nothing is new in the LSM world for those who have practiced and studied the technique. If you read about a tactic or think of a new way to attract customers, chances are that I've seen it. If you own a restaurant and don't understand Local Store Marketing- get educated quick.
WHAT MAKES A SUCCESSFUL FRANCHISEE?
The success of operations of the franchisor lies more in selection of a suitable franchisee apart from a tried tested and proven system, feasible business plan, sufficient profit centres, and motivated employees. We shall discuss the traits that make a franchisee successful. The characteristics that make an individual, a successful franchisee are that they are prepared to follow the franchisor's tried and tested system, are self motivated, prepared to work full time in the business, capable of managing people and ofcourse a good leader.
Kick Off Spring Time With A Spring Cleaning Small Business Franchise
Spring is fast approaching, and with spring comes the notion of spring cleaning. While most of us consider spring cleaning to be cleaning out the garage or organizing the closets, there are also things around the home and office that need seasonal cleaning that are a bit out of the reach of the average homeowner. Here's a look at some spring cleaning franchise opportunities that can make great money all year long.
Handling Explosive Growth
It is possible for a franchise system to grow so quickly that it gets out of control. Here are some thoughts about a reasonsable growth curve.
Background on Franchises and How to Choose The Right One For You
This brief article explains the history of franchising, explains why to choose a franchise over other business opportunities, and lists some of the key points to evaluate when you're considering the purchase of a franchise.

Exploring the Four Types of Franchises You Can Buy
There are four kinds of franchise agreements available when you go to buy a franchise. The single-unit franchise is the most basic one while the master franchise program is the costliest one.

Steps Youll Encounter When Purchasing a Franchise Business
The franchise purchase process is a long-drawn affair. There are many steps and those steps make sure that only a genuine candidate end up buying a franchise.
What’s Your Franchising Aptitude? Learn what it takes to be a successful franchisee
The thought of being your own boss can sound pretty wonderful to someone tired of working 50 to 60 hours a week to make money for some impersonal corporation. And there is probably no better way to be self-employed than by buying a franchise and taking advantage of all that franchising has to offer: a tried and proven business model, initial and continuing training, an operations manual, a recognizable brand identity, corporate buying power, a national marketing program and often much more.
Factors to Consider in Determining Whether a Franchise Will Work in Your Area
Whether your franchise will work in your area or not will depend on various market factors. Prominent among them are the age-group, income-level and ethnic-diversity of the population in the targeted market.

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Great Real Estate...the Gift That Keeps on Giving
As real estate costs continue to skyrocket, it has never been more critical to pick the right locations in order to build a sustainable chain. If your franchise system wants happy franchisees, then make sure they are successful. Start by focusing on their real estate because great real estate maximizes the sales of franchisees’ businesses
Talking with Franchisees - How to make the most of your due diligence calls
When researching a franchise opportunity, one of the most important things you will do is to talk to current franchisees in the system. No one knows the business like those out in the field and, providing you build the proper rapport, they are likely to give you candid answers to your questions which will in turn help you decide if this opportunity is right for you. You will want to speak with a number of franchisees, preferably some of whom are very successful and also some who are struggling. By reviewing the responses and comparing your own management style to those currently operating stores, you will have a better idea of where you might end up if you purchase this franchise.
Before you Buy: How to Interview Franchisees to Get the Real Scoop
The most honest and forthcoming franchisor can’t tell you what it’s like to be a franchisee. So, you should take the time to call existing franchisees and get some candid answers to your questions. Be careful that you don’t get a limited list of hand-picked contacts. It would be a waste of time to talk only to the most successful operators or those who are coached to give the “right” answers. Calling franchisees at random will give you the clearest picture of what you’re getting into.

Strategic Tips To Entrepreneurs When Considering Becoming A Franchisee, From Your Strategic Thinking Business Coach
Many of today’s business owners are entrepreneurs and many of those entrepreneurs are franchisees. Many of these franchisees are very pleased with their experience and results, but too many others have become victims of the dynamics and realities of franchising. Your Strategic Thinking Business Coach researched the issue and found ten (10) strategic tips to share with entrepreneurs who have decided to become franchisees.

Banish The Fear of Selling Forever
If your franchise prospects and franchisees are like most…they are lacking the ‘selling gene’. Here are 2 steps guaranteed to give your franchisees the courage they need to begin getting comfortable with selling…immediately.

Webinars Can Be a Valuable Franchise Industry Tool
Webinars can link franchisees and franchisors in a whole new way. Interested potential franchisees can get more information and explore web-based "discovery days" without the expense and hassle of traveling to the corporate site. Franchisors can create one webinar and allow franchisees to explore it at his or her leisure, without interrupting other work at the corporate level. Unlike a webcast, webinars can allow interaction, such as questions and clarifications.

Negotiating the Terms of Your Franchise Agreement
It is of course up to the franchisor to decide whether one not its franchisees can negotiate the terms of a franchise agreement. Unsurprisingly, the majority of large, established franchisors will not allow franchisees to make changes to the franchise contract.
Forming a Franchise Advisory Council
An advisory council, comprised of franchisees, can help the franchisor understand the franchisees' needs, while providing accurate feedback on programs, suppliers, advertising, and other elements of the franchise program. A franchisee advisory council can also be a way to show appreciation to franchisees who are supportive and successful.
FRANCHISING IN INDIA: A Critical Perspective
Franchising in India is not regulated and unlike popular statistics, only 25 to 30% franchisees are successful. Based on my experience in understanding franchising in several large markets, India is atleast 30 + years behind any developed market when it comes to the market size, growth potential and the level of expertise in the franchising business. In my past five years in the Franchising Fraternity, I have come across more failures than successes, both from franchisors and franchisees.
What (good) franchisees want
With 850 business format franchise systems in Australia and high levels of employment, the “war for talent” is intensifying among franchisors for quality franchisees. Good, “proven” franchisees are now in a position to choose between franchise systems. Rod Young reveals what successful franchisees expect from a franchisor.

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