Franchise Buyers from Hell (26 Jun 2006) I ran a franchise company for many years, a car wash franchise, and we use to get the most ridiculous franchise buyers who thought they wanted a franchise.
The Misconceptions of the Value Of Disclosures in Franchising (26 Jun 2006) Disclosure laws in franchising are suppose to help the consumer. They don't. The FTC, which over sees franchising has in fact created a rule, which makes 5 lb. Disclosure documents for franchise buyers, which is so huge that no one ever reads it.
What are the COSTS Associated with joining Leads Groups? (26 Jun 2006) Every group has a cost, whether it is for membership or simply just paying at the door. This article will discuss some of the costs that you may encounter.
Chamber Membership will BOOST your Business (26 Jun 2006) Many people do not understand the value of joining a Chamber of Commerce. If you dig down, you will find that Chambers provide one of the best ways to promote your business. Read this article to gain more insight into how a Chamber can help you.
When to Say NO! (26 Jun 2006) If you do not focus on your product or service, you may find that you end up doing too much. Learning to stay on track and saying no will lead to more profits. This article discusses why saying NO is a good thing.
Making Your Purpose Your Business Step #2- Getting From Point A to Point B (26 Jun 2006) In my previous article, Step 1, your challenge for the month was to research where your passion lies. Based on your research you might have discovered that self investigation can lead us to two places; either we find out our answer or we realize we need to ask more questions to get that answer.
Perfecting Your Pitch (26 Jun 2006) Have you ever gone to a networking event and asked someone what they do, only to get a barage of words that really only have meaning to them? This short article will give you some hints and tips on what it takes to have people want to learn more.
Asking the RIGHT Questions (26 Jun 2006) You likely know that you should listen to the other person in a networking situation. Did you know that you should also ask questions to dig deeper into the other person's business? It is not just asking questions, it is asking the RIGHT question. This article points out what questions are appropriate.
To Buy Or Not To Buy: Lawn Mowing Business (26 Jun 2006) TRUTH IN THE LAWN MOWING INDUSTRY We do not wish to slander any company or person but instead share information that is of value to each and every one! Most people who enter this industry will be e...
Promote Yourself More Successfully (26 Jun 2006) One of the great challenges for independent professionals and small businesses, especially when starting out, is generating visibility to ultimately lead to generating sales. Investing time in developing tools and techniques is critical to secure more clients.
The Key To Success - Choose The Right Partners (26 Jun 2006) Choosing the right partner is critical to ensure your reputation is maintained, and hopefully with the right partner it is enhanced.
Small Business Pricing Strategies (26 Jun 2006) It's tough out there, particularly because of layoffs and our sluggish economy. So what's a small business entrepreneur trying to make a living to do? Try these low-cost pricing strategies to keep sales moving.
Small Business Essentials: Start Here (26 Jun 2006) Thinking of starting a business on line? If you are a novice to business, take the time to educate yourself. Remember, word of mouth advertising is essential to your success, and good word of mouth comes from satisfied customers.
