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ARTICLE | MARCH 12, 2010
Here at FBR we are proud of our award-winning clients, and have put together 12 tips for successfully promoting your high franchisee satisfaction! We know it takes a lot of hard work and dedication to your franchisees to maintain high satisfaction ratings - So part of your gratification should be publicizing it!
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NEWS | MARCH 3, 2010
Home Instead Senior Ranks Best in Category for Franchise Business Review's 2010 Franchise Satisfaction Awards. Home Instead continues to believe that franchisee satisfaction is a monumental indicator of development and success.
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ARTICLE | FEBRUARY 16, 2010
Restaurant franchisees that are part of a well-supported, transparent company culture rated their satisfaction with their franchisor and concept highest in Franchise Business Review’s recently released 2009 Top Food Franchises report.
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NEWS | FEBRUARY 15, 2010
ActionCOACH moved up one spot on the Franchise Business Review's national franchisee satisfaction awards, the FBR 50.
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NEWS | FEBRUARY 15, 2010
Five Star Painting, the world’s fastest-growing painting franchise company, received two awards today from Franchise Business Review.
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SECTOR REPORT | FEBRUARY 11, 2010
Take a look at our 2010 list of award-winning franchises! We are proud to announce 133 franchise companies - out of over 500 brands surveyed this year - that are doing things right and putting their franchisees first.
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NEWS | FEBRUARY 11, 2010
Franchise Business Review announces the winners of their 5th annual 2010 Franchise Satisfaction Awards.
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NEWS | FEBRUARY 3, 2010
SECTOR REPORT | DECEMBER 29, 2009
New report, conducted by Franchise Business Review, shows evidence of 3rd quarter economic recovery in the franchise sector. Read more and follow link to view the actual report.
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NEWS | NOVEMBER 30, 2009
Papa Murphy's press release highlighting their success in making Franchise Business Review's Top Food Franchises list for 2009!
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NEWS | NOVEMBER 3, 2009
Based up the results of their 2009 Food Franchise Study, Franchise Business Review announces the Top Food Franchises of the year. These concepts have proven they have superb franchisee satisfaction and solid franchise support.
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SECTOR REPORT | NOVEMBER 2, 2009
Take a look at the 2009 Top Food Franchise winners! These food concepts were all ranked highest in franchisee satisfaction based upon FBR's industry-wide study of food franchise owners.
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NEWS | OCTOBER 27, 2009
Franchise Business Review launches third quarter economic impact study to measure the affects of the current economy on franchise system growth.
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NEWS | OCTOBER 22, 2009
Interstate All Battery Center (IABC) today announced its weekly podcast series, offering potential franchisees insightful tips and expert advice on franchise and business opportunities...
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NEWS | OCTOBER 21, 2009
FBR announces the launch of its 5th annual study of franchisee satisfaction!
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NEWS | SEPTEMBER 15, 2009
FBR announces the sixth and final operational session, Franchise Executive Power Panel, presented by, Rick Arevalo, President & CEO, Aussie Pet Mobile, Brian Spindel, President & COO, Postnet Postal & Business Services, and Dan Steward, President, Pillar to Post.
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NEWS | SEPTEMBER 11, 2009
In this session of FBR's Performance Series, Creating a Best-in-Class Franchise Support System, Dave Hood will inform participants about internal, structural improvements that will enhance your franchisee/franchisor communication system, creating a solid support system that works effectively for both sides.
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NEWS | SEPTEMBER 9, 2009
Franchise Business Review announces the fourth in their six operational sessions released last week, The Psychology of the Franchise Relationship, presented by Greg Nathan, President & CEO, Franchise Relationships.
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NEWS | SEPTEMBER 4, 2009
Franchise Business Review announces the third in their six operational sessions, Fear to Focus: Helping Your Franchisees (and Yourself) Stay Focused and Keep Their Heads in the Game, presented by Joe Mathews.
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NEWS | AUGUST 26, 2009
Franchise Business Review announces the second in their six operational sessions released last week, The Disney Approach to Excellence, presented by David Handler, Founder/The Coach, Success Handler, LLC.
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NEWS | AUGUST 25, 2009
Franchise Business Review announces the first in their six operational sessions released last week, Getting Franchisees To Pay More Royalties Without Compaining!, presented by Franchise Expert and Author, Dr. John Hayes.
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NEWS | AUGUST 19, 2009
Join Franchise Business Review and eight leading franchise executives for an Operational Webinar Series dedicated to enhance franchise performance, profitability, and growth.
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NEWS | AUGUST 12, 2009
Franchise Business Review announces four important marketing track sessions in their Frantelligence series of Webinar workshops, Social Media Success: Connecting with your Customers Using Social Media. It is produced in conjunction with Arment Dietrich, Inc., one of the country’s fastest growing boutique communication agencies, and Paul Segreto, founder of franchisEssentials, a perceptive franchise and social media blog.
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NEWS | AUGUST 12, 2009
Franchise Business Review announces four important development track sessions in their Frantelligence series of Webinar workshops, Social Media Success: How Social Media Can Build Your Franchise. It is produced in conjunction with Arment Dietrich, Inc., one of the country’s fastest growing boutique communication agencies, and Paul Segreto, founder of franchisEssentials, a perceptive franchise and social media blog.
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ARTICLE | JULY 23, 2009
Many potential franchisees look at opportunities where the franchise company handles the marketing, believing that they are better at promoting the business than themselves as individuals. However, Dr. John Hayes says this is exactly the reason why you should research the company's marketing system as well as - Will it bring you the right customers?
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NEWS | JULY 23, 2009
FBR announces the first in the series of Frantelligence Webinar workshops, Social Media Success: Using Social Media to Help Drive Franchise Recruitment, Customer Loyalty and Franchisee Relations. It is a FREE session with general introduction to social media for franchisors and franchisees.
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ARTICLE | JULY 16, 2009
Franchise marketing systems can be tricky - finding the right customers (employees included) and keeping them. John P. Hayes, Ph.D., worked with several franchisees to find out about their customer retention and whether their marketing systems were, in fact, working effectively or driving them out of business.
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NEWS | JULY 14, 2009
Franchise Business Review announces a series of Social Media Webinar workshops produced in conjunction with Arment Dietrich, Inc., one of the country’s fastest growing boutique communication agencies, specializing in social media.
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ARTICLE | JULY 9, 2009
When researching buying a franchise, there are many questions that need to be asked. However, there is one question that, according to John P. Hayes, Ph.D., is the most important - Read on to find out this and 6 steps to help you question franchisees in the process.
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SECTOR REPORT | JULY 7, 2009
After surveying thousands of franchisees, take a look at our 2009 guide to Top 50 Low Investment Franchises. These franchise opportunities all fall under $100,000, and prove to be the best of the best in franchisee satisfaction.
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ARTICLE | JUNE 25, 2009
Read the six points that franchise veteran, John P. Hayes, Ph.D. highlights to help you decide if you can franchise your business and deliver a thriving, satisfying enterprise opportunity during a recession.
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ARTICLE | JUNE 18, 2009
John P. Hayes, Ph.D. explores the reasons some fear buying a franchise, and gives insight and answers to these concerns in hopes of helping you realize there is little to be frightened about. f
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ARTICLE | JUNE 11, 2009
John P. Hayes, Ph.D. proves that the question of happiness may be the most important one you ask when contemplating buying a franchise. He highlights 5 "happy questions" to be sure and answer to determine the perfect franchise match.
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ARTICLE | JUNE 2, 2009
When looking for the right franchise opportunity, interviewing franchisees is a crucial step in the process. John P. Hayes, Ph.D. features 5 guidelines and tips to help you make sense of what these franchisees say.
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ARTICLE | MAY 28, 2009
Learn from franchise veteran John P. Hayes, Ph.D. why it is crucial to give your customers the value they desire rather than just the product or services you are selling. Know what the customer really wants and you will create loyalty.
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NEWS | MAY 27, 2009
Bison.com and Franchise Business Review will work together to make franchisee satisfaction content more easily accessible for prospective franchise buyers.
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ARTICLE | MAY 21, 2009
It seems like a wonderful idea to be able to help your son or daughter own their very own business, but just be weary! John P. Hayes, Ph.D. discusses the 7 steps to consider before investing in a franchise for your child.
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ARTICLE | MAY 14, 2009
John P. Hayes, Ph.D. delves into six reasons why not franchising your business might be costing you. Systemization, Market Penetration, and Brand Awareness are just a few of the reasons to consider franchising your business into a profitable, multi-unit enterprise.
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ARTICLE | MAY 8, 2009
Franchise Expert John P. Hayes, Ph.D. speaks with Virginia Barbeque franchisee Ed Totanes, who bought his franchise using the Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative. Mr. Totanes gives insight into the 3 major challenges franchisees are facing today.
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ARTICLE | MAY 1, 2009
This article by John P. Hayes, Ph.D. will help you understand just why it is that people buy franchises, and the seemingly simple answer that you might not have predicted... Marketing.
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ARTICLE | APRIL 23, 2009
John P. Hayes, Ph.D. explains how understanding why people buy franchises will inevitably attract more franchisees. Learn how emotion, human nature, advertising messages, and campaigns spark people's will to buy.
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ARTICLE | APRIL 16, 2009
Across the USA, entrepreneurs are turning their 401(k)s and other tax-deferred accounts into capital to invest in a franchise business. John P. Hayes Ph.D. explains four steps to turn your retirement money into a franchise aquisition.
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ARTICLE | APRIL 9, 2009
In this article by franchise veteran John P. Hayes, Ph.D., you will read and discover the truth about five common franchising myths. Find out the answers and set the record straight about franchisor related questions and other inquiries you have before buying a franchise.
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ARTICLE | APRIL 2, 2009
9 Reasons to Buy a Franchise Now helps determine if franchising is really for you. John P. Hayes, Ph.D. discusses the established, yet entrepreneurial, benefits of investing in a franchise opportunity right now.
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NEWS | MARCH 27, 2009
115 Franchise Opportunities Featured for Having the Highest Franchise Owner Satisfaction Ratings
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SECTOR REPORT | MARCH 24, 2009
After surveying thousands of franchisees across North America, the winners of Franchise Business Review’s 2009 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards are truly the best of the best in franchising. Take a look at the winners and what they offer.
Click here to learn more about these award winning franchises!
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NEWS | MARCH 4, 2009
Franchise Business Review's Fourth Annual Study of Franchisee Satisfaction Identifies 115 Top Franchise Opportunities That Have Above Average Owner Satisfaction
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SECTOR REPORT | MARCH 2, 2009
Franchise Business Review's primary mission is to help franchisors and franchisees achieve success. We accomplish this by sharing the best practices of our best-in-class franchise systems and their franchisees. Here are 13 simple, easy-to-implement tips that will help you improve franchise relations and drive better overall system performance.
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ARTICLE | JULY 10, 2008
Rated “2008 Best in Category” by Franchise Business Review and “one of America’s Top 25 high performing franchises” by the Wall Street Journal, Home Instead Senior Care is the world leader in non-medical senior care. Providing companionship, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping and assistance with errands, as well as over 50 other services, Home Instead CAREGivers give seniors who may need only a little extra help with day-to-day activities the option to live independently.
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ARTICLE | JULY 10, 2008
Jim Carpenter, CEO of Wild Birds Unlimited, turned his passion for his hobby into a thriving business. And as he sees it, Jim has an obligation to give franchisees the tools and the training they need to succeed.
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ARTICLE | JULY 10, 2008
FocalPoint's franchisees are perfectly positioned to succeed in one of the fastest growing industries. Stephen Thompson, President of FocalPoint International says, "We're looking for people who have a passion for helping business owners...."
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SECTOR REPORT | JUNE 11, 2008
The QSR (quick service restaurant) segment is one of the the most popular and trendy in all of franchising. This report looks inside two popular national brands and interviews franchisees from others across the nation.
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ARTICLE | APRIL 28, 2008
In business since 1992, Budget Blinds has grown from the five founders literally pounding the pavement to over 1,000 franchises worldwide. They offer franchisees national advertising campaigns, customizable marketing tools, solid training and on-going support. Their impressive growth and franchisee satisfaction prove that their formula works!
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NEWS | APRIL 24, 2008
Franchise Business Review to Present Franchisee Satisfaction Awards at the AAFD 16th Annual Conference. Read more about the AAFD Conference and the awards presentation.
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ARTICLE | APRIL 21, 2008
El Pollo Loco is a different kind of restaurant franchise. It’s different because it’s the only Mexican restaurant franchise in the United States that was actually founded in Mexico.
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SECTOR REPORT | APRIL 17, 2008
After surveying thousands of franchisees across North America, the winners of Franchise Business Review’s 2008 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards are truly the best of the best in franchising. Take a look at the winners and what they offer.
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SECTOR REPORT | APRIL 16, 2008
The retail sector offers a huge variety of potential businesses for entrepreneurs with different interests and backgrounds. In the following report, we'll introduce you to some of today's top retail franchises as well as profile some of their owners.
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ARTICLE | APRIL 11, 2008
As the #1 used car and finance company franchise, J.D. Byrider helps customers with less than perfect credit get the car they need at a price they can afford.
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NEWS | APRIL 7, 2008
An updated FranchiseBusinessReview.com gives franchisors more ways to view and share information with potential candidates and attract new candidates, while candidates enjoy an interactive interface and more powerful tools.
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ARTICLE | APRIL 4, 2008
Pop-A-Lock is the largest and most successful locksmith franchise in the world. The technological leader in the locksmithing industry, Pop-A-Lock has developed proprietary tools and techniques to give their franchisees the competitive edge.
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ARTICLE | MARCH 28, 2008
One of the universal questions asked by anyone looking to join a franchise is, “Why are prospective franchisees attracted to a franchise?” The answer lies in the understanding of what motivates personal decisions, particularly a decision that involves a significant investment.
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SECTOR REPORT | MARCH 26, 2008
Food-related franchises are by far the most popular sector in franchising. It seems that everyone has a dream to own a restaurant, coffee shop or ice cream store – someplace to call their own. The realities of the food business are something quite different.
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NEWS | MARCH 26, 2008
The restaurant business is not easy, but franchise owners of 21 top national restaurant franchises clearly are satisfied and their satisfaction levels drove their restaurants to the top to receive the 2008 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards presented by Franchise Business Review.
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NEWS | MARCH 26, 2008
Owners of Heaven’s Best carpet cleaning franchises are happy and for the third year running their feedback and franchisee satisfaction has helped the company win the 2008 Franchisee Satisfaction Award presented by Franchise Business Review.
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ARTICLE | MARCH 26, 2008
As a leading business coaching franchise, FocalPoint International provides professional coaching to small business owners and entrepreneurs around the world. Founded in 2000, FocalPoint uses time-tested concepts and proven strategies developed by internationally renowned business consultant Brian Tracy. In fact, one of FocalPoint’s unique advantages is the immediate brand recognition Brian Tracy has in the marketplace.
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NEWS | MARCH 10, 2008
When nearly 45,000 franchisees talk about their franchise systems, they have something to say. The 2008 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards presented by Franchise Business Review highlights those franchises whose validation among their franchisees was superior in the industry. According to Eric Stites, President of Franchise Business Review, franchisee satisfaction is a primary leading indicator of long-term system growth and success.
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ARTICLE | FEBRUARY 1, 2008
Business and pancakes have a lot in common. And franchising has done for business, what Bisquik® did for pancakes: took a proven recipe, packaged it with easy-to-follow instructions, left a little room for imagination and manual labor and voila — successful, delicious, expected results!
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SECTOR REPORT | FEBRUARY 1, 2008
Small businesses are the bread and butter of the U.S. economy and represent a huge market opportunity for anyone considering going into business. For our research on the business services sector, we surveyed nearly 2,000 franchisees. This represents the most comprehensive study of franchisee satisfaction ever completed among business service franchise owners.
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SECTOR REPORT | JANUARY 25, 2008
This report represents the most comprehensive study of franchisee satisfaction ever completed among franchise owners in the Home Services Industry. We surveyed over 3,300 franchisees representing dozens of brands for this exclusive report.
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SECTOR REPORT | JANUARY 16, 2008
Service related businesses makes up one of the largest sectors in franchising and includes business models from lawn care to senior care to sign makers to deal makers, and everything in between. Over 3,500 franchisees from dozens of leading franchise brands were surveyed for this comprehensive report.
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SECTOR REPORT | JANUARY 16, 2008
The automotive industry is a dynamic and varied market sector. We surveyed over 1,300 franchise owners representing two dozen companies to compile this report.
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SECTOR REPORT | JANUARY 16, 2008
Our annual look at the franchising industry as a whole. You can use this as a benchmark to compare our averages to the opportunities you're investigating.
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SECTOR REPORT | JANUARY 16, 2008
Child Services is a fast growing sector. In this report we surveyed over 1,200 franchisees representing dozens of companies.
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ARTICLE | MAY 29, 2007
How to build and maintain high franchisee satisfaction in any franchise system.
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NEWS | MAY 29, 2007
Mobile businesses are a fast-growing sector of the franchise industry due to growing demand by office workers, and low startup costs.
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NEWS | MAY 29, 2007
Here's expert advice about what to consider and the essential steps to take before you buy into a franchise.
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NEWS | MAY 29, 2007
Instant reports are all the rage. Just as their print predecessors, bloggers love controversy to “sell newspapers.” But is anyone holding them accountable? Take a look at the latest phenom in franchising. more >
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NEWS | MAY 29, 2007
The outlook for future profitability of franchises is good.
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NEWS | MAY 29, 2007
Eric Stites, owner of Franchise Business Review, aims to get comprehensive information from franchise owners to people considering buying one.
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NEWS | MAY 29, 2007
Franchisors are looking towards the multi-unit, multi-brand operator for their systems.
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SECTOR REPORT | JANUARY 1, 2007
After surveying thousands of franchisees across North America, the winners of Franchise Business Review’s 2007 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards are truly the best of the best in franchising. Take a look at the winners and what they offer.
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SECTOR REPORT | JANUARY 16, 2006
Not all franchise opportunities are equal. Download this report to see what the franchisees of our lowest scoring companies think of their franchisor.
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ARTICLE | JANUARY 1, 2006
What is a high performance franchise? How do you measure performance? What do today’s top franchise companies share in common? What can franchisors do to build and sustain a high performance franchise system? These are the critical questions behind Franchise Business Review’s three years of research of over 400 leading franchise brands. For us, driving better results is much more than a tag line. It’s about helping the very best franchise companies - and their franchisees - achieve greater success.
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SECTOR REPORT | JANUARY 1, 2006
After surveying thousands of franchisees across North America, the winners of Franchise Business Review’s 2006 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards are truly the best of the best in franchising. Take a look at the winners and what they offer.
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