The first step in the franchising process is to partner with a certified franchise consultant (CFC.) As a CFC, I will be your guide as we research the details of franchising brands together. I will help you discover what type of business model you may want to pursue, as well as support you as we determine the perfect franchise that is the right fit.
Understanding the financial, legal, and operational aspects is essential ...
Read MoreIn a world obsessed with being "the best," there is sometimes an implication that success is in limited supply and there isn't enough to go around.
This outlook keeps people in a fearful state that makes them believe whatever they have may be taken from them. It also sets us up for making decisions based on fear, which pulls us back into the shadows and keeps us from choosing the risk in doing something new, taking on a new project or acting on an innovative thought.
When we ...
Read MoreWhen you hear that someone has failed, how do you react? Many people associate the word "failure" with negative feelings. However, if you are one of the few people who don't mind failing, your definition of failure will be different than most. In business, failure for some is more like a directional signal on the highway of an entrepreneurial journey rather than a negative experience. Additionally, if you aren't making any mistakes - also called failures - it may mean you're taking the safe ...
Read MoreBe relentless and unapologetic about what makes you thrive! Too often we stray from our motivations and become influenced by the outside world. This can cloud our desires and pull us in different directions. If we lose the connection to what makes us thrive, we find ourselves bouncing from one person's opinion to another's until we start second-guessing ourselves and losing sight of our mission.
As business owners and entrepreneurs, we can also be easily distracted by a seemingly ...
Read MoreThe increased focus on franchising has led to phenomenal growth in the industry, and with so many options to choose from across so many verticals, Certified Franchise Consultants (CFCs like me) help to pave the way for many investors, eliminating unnecessary mistakes and wasted time. CFCs help candidates explore brands and find the best fit based on criteria including investment level, business model, territory, and flexibility. All of this is done at no charge to the candidates - so it's a ...
Read MoreA Certified Franchise Consultant (CFC) like me, assists others in achieving their dreams of business ownership through franchising. I work with prospects every day who are in the market for career changes and who desire business ownership opportunities. I assist clients in identifying and exploring ideal franchise opportunities that meet each candidate’s professional and personal goals. I also help them access the capital to own and operate those franchises. I will guide you throughout the ...
Read MoreMany of us recall childhoods peppered with Sunday nights overcome with dread. As pangs of anxiety would set in as the weekend wound down, we lamented the inevitable start of another pressure-filled week of school. Sadly, the same doom and gloom plagues adults who are miserable at work. Are you still all too familiar with the Sunday night blues because you’re unhappy in your current job?
It might sound difficult to believe, but some start each week - even each day - ...
Read More"Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first ...
Read MoreMilitary veterans have different reasons for deciding to serve. For some, it’s to serve their country or continue a family tradition; for others, it's for the benefit of using the GI Bill for college education. The reason to join the service has everything to do with individual motivation.
During the first few weeks in the military, veterans experience discipline, consequences of action, organization, and are introduced to the requirement of attention to detail, as well as teamwork. ...
Read MoreWith so many brand options available, what's the best franchise to own? That's a very common question because everyone wants to pick a successful brand that will be profitable and enjoyable. That means different things to different people. Franchises are like ice cream in that there’s more than just one flavor, so everyone can choose their favorite.
The perfect franchise for one person may not be the right fit for another. Many factors come into play when considering the purchase of a ...
Read MoreRunning a business out of your own home is a goal shared by millions of Americans. It’s convenient, saves time and money, allows for inexpensive child-care options, and enables you to operate your business with much lower overhead, because you don’t need to lease office or retail space. There are currently 38 million home-based businesses in the United States, 52% of them being small businesses, many of which are franchises. Industries such as home improvement and landscaping, cleaning and ...
Read MoreYes, if you're going to become an entrepreneur, it will require money. So where will you get the money to start your new venture?
As a Certified Franchise Consultants, or CFC, I can help guide you through the process of funding your very own franchise. There are many options available of which most people are simply not aware. That's where the help of a CFC (namely me) comes in. Not only will I help with funding partners, but I will also introduce you to so many different franchise ...
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