There are so many examples of famous people in modern society who made the most of their life regardless of their age. We could fill blog after blog with these inspiring stories, but we'll start with just a few familiar names you might not realize... (Read More)

If you’re nervous about running a franchise because you’ve only been an employee up to this point, don’t worry. Most franchise owners were employees themselves once. In fact, being an employee can help shape your leadership skills and help you... (Read More)

You finally decided to take a deep dive into franchise ownership. You thought you were ready to buy a franchise and to start your life again by following your passion and dreams. But now that the dream is about to become a reality, you’re having... (Read More)

Have you been contemplating wanting to be your own boss? Maybe you're trying to decide if it's right for you. You know that there can be a lot of responsibility being on top, so maybe you're not sure if you're ready for it. Or, maybe you're just not... (Read More)

They say your business is your baby, and it’s no joke. Now, you can’t compare a store of brick-and-mortar to a real-live person, but they do sometimes bear striking similarities. Here are just a few reasons why: They takes everything... (Read More)

To be a successful franchise owner, you have to master one key skill. Sure, you'll need to know how to manage a team, understand great customer service, know your product and your competitors and have drive. But to truly be successful, you have to... (Read More)

“Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.” – Lou Holtz Being an entrepreneur often requires you to be a leader as well. You started out all by yourself, but your... (Read More)

When you become a franchise owner, there's an extremely good chance you'll be directly interacting with outside vendors. As you navigate these waters, you'll want to know what you are and are not responsible for. No matter what type of franchise... (Read More)

Charles Ranlett Flint is probably not a name that comes to mind right away. We remember names like Rockefeller and Ford, but Flint was maybe just as influential and powerful. If you've ever used a computer or ATM (which, of course, you have), you've... (Read More)