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Explore the exciting landscape of franchise market trends in the UK. With our expert articles, you’ll gain insights with data-driven analysis to help you anticipate market shifts, seize franchise opportunities, and remain competitive. Secure your future success with these valuable tips for an ever-evolving franchising industry.

Published at 14/02/2025

UK Franchising Trends and Opportunities for 2025

Published at 08/03/2023

Expected Franchise Trends in 2023

Published at 22/07/2021

2021: The State of Franchising in the Restaurant Sector

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Published at 18/07/2021

2021: The State of Franchising in the Real Estate Sector

Published at 25/06/2021

What Older Franchisees Can Learn from the Forbes "50 Over 50" List

Published at 23/06/2021

Four Tough Business Decisions That Every Franchisor Will Eventually Have to Make

Making difficult decisions about the health and direction of your business is never easy, but as a franchisor, it’s extremely necessary. Some choices can’t be avoided, even if they’re tough. Here’s four examples.

COVID-19

Published at 16/06/2021

Five Reasons Why the End of the COVID-19 Pandemic is the Perfect Time for a Career Change with Franchising

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a turning point for many people. Some have been made redundant and forced to look for something new, while others have had the mental space to reconsider their career path and gear up for a new adventure.

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COVID-19

Published at 02/06/2021

The State of Franchising in a Post-Covid World

The impact of the global pandemic has been felt in many different ways across communities, countries, companies and industries. And the franchising world is no exception to this.

Published at 21/05/2021

Five Things You Need to Know Before Starting a Franchise in a Foreign Country

Starting an international franchise is both an exhilarating and daunting prospect. Before you make that leap, you’ll need to jump through a lot of other hoops, and gather as much information as you can. Here are five things you need to know before embarking on a foreign franchising journey.

Published at 23/04/2021

10 Creative Ideas for Taking Your Business Outdoors During the Pandemic

As lockdown rules start to lift across the UK, businesses are finding creative ways to use outdoor space and maximise their revenue while inside mixing is still heavily regulated.

Published at 22/04/2021

8 Ways a Proper Spring Clean Can Set Up Your Business for Success Post-Lockdown

As the UK gradually emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic, bosses are focussing on business recovery post-lockdown. We’re getting more and more freedom now, but there are still lots of rules in place.

Published at 17/04/2021

How to Prepare Your Business for a Spring Post-Lockdown Reopening

Lots of restaurants and shops opened their doors after the government’s latest roadmap milestone on the 12th April, and many more are planning an exciting comeback. After so long away, the thought of starting to prepare your business for life after lockdown is fairly daunting.

Award

Published at 02/04/2021

10 Reasons Why You Should Apply to Win Franchise Awards

It’s easy to dismiss franchise awards when you’re busy running your own business. But making time to apply for prize-giving ceremonies could have a positive impact across various aspects of your company. Here are the top 10 reasons why you should put this important process onto your to-do list.

COVID-19

Published at 23/03/2021

7 Franchising Lessons Learned a Year Into the Pandemic

Businesses have had to be resilient, adaptable and innovative to survive the past year - and the security of the franchising world has given franchisors and franchisees the chance to flourish.

Published at 15/03/2021

What the 'Lockdown Exit Roadmap' Means for Your Franchise With One Month to Go

Boris Johnson revealed the government’s lockdown exit roadmap on 22nd February, sparking both excitement and concern in business owners across the country. Now we’ve had a chance to digest the information, let’s take a look at some of the specifics of the plan.

Published at 18/02/2021

Entrepreneur’s Circle’s Top 5 Tips for Overcoming a Crisis

The Covid-19 crisis turned most businesses on their heads. Fortunately, that wasn’t the case for Entrepreneur’s Circle.

Award

Published at 14/01/2021

Looking Back: Franchising Lessons We Never Expected to Learn in 2020

Last year was tough for virtually every business owner, but there are a number of positive takeaways from 2020.

Published at 31/12/2020

Year in Review: How Franchising Stayed the Course in 2020

Looking back at the year that was 2020, it would be easy to focus on the many negatives. But through global disasters, franchisees across the world have remained resilient beacons for their local communities.

Published at 28/12/2020

New Year's Resolutions: Recovering From a Challenging Year

When the New Year rolls around, business owners across the world embrace the opportunity to turn a corner and adapt their strategies for the better. After a tough trading period, many people are preparing to start a new chapter come January.

Published at 27/12/2020

Avoid the Post-Holiday Slump and Keep Up Your Franchise's Momentum in the New Year

While it’s tempting to take a step back in January and slow down after a busy Christmas period, the first few months of the year are crucial for your business. They’re the perfect time to acknowledge previous successes and challenges, focus on growth and set a plan.

Published at 12/12/2020

Key Takeaways: What the 2020 Holiday Adverts Can Teach Us

Love them or hate them, holiday adverts are dominating our screens at the moment. As businesses compete to come up with creative Christmas marketing ideas, viewers are treated to a selection of moving, nostalgic and fun adverts to mark the festive period.

Coaching Business

Published at 05/12/2020

Franchise Insights: How These Franchises Are Navigating the 2020 Holiday Season

Christmas is always a busy time for businesses, but this year, the pressure to increase sales is even higher. We’ve collected some of the best franchise insights from across the sectors to support entrepreneurs wondering how to navigate the 2020 holiday season.

Published at 03/12/2020

Franchise Perspectives: Why the 2020 Holiday Season Could Actually Be Good for Your Business

Lots of business owners are wondering how to navigate the 2020 holiday season. The Covid-19 pandemic has brought many challenges throughout the year, but we believe there’s cause to be optimistic this Christmas.

Published at 28/11/2020

What Does Franchising Look Like Around the World?

Are you thinking of starting a business in another country or expanding your franchise into foreign territories? Becoming an entrepreneur abroad is a big step, and you’ll need to thoroughly research your target market before starting the set-up process.

BFA

Published at 27/11/2020

How the BFA Is Supporting Franchisees During the Lockdown

The British Franchise Association (BFA) is one of the largest organisations governing the franchise industry and has a huge selection of resources for people looking to grow their businesses. Here’s a run-down of how the BFA is supporting franchisees during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Marketing

Published at 26/11/2020

Holiday 2020: Franchises Across the UK Ring in the Holidays with Effective Seasonal Marketing Campaigns

It’s that time of the year again. The John Lewis advert is on our television screens and we’re all thinking about how we’re going to spend the festive period.

BFA

Published at 21/11/2020

6 Reasons Why Holiday 2020 Won't Be Like Any Other

FWith so many changes on the cards for the holiday 2020 period, start-ups and huge corporations alike are busy making adaptations to the way they operate. Here are some of the best pieces of insight we’ve gathered to aid Christmas planning for businesses this year.

Published at 17/11/2020

The UK Is Quickly Becoming the World's New Tech Hotspot

If you’re interested in joining the tech industry in the UK, now is a great time to consider running your own business. The sector is on the up, with a growing number of both start-ups and billion-pound corporations.

Published at 13/11/2020

Holiday Planning 2020: Your Official 6-Weeks-to-Christmas Countdown

It’s official - the Christmas countdown has begun, and even though the festive season will be a little different this year, businesses need to get ready.

Published at 12/11/2020

Lockdown 2.0: How to Keep Your Franchise Trading

With many businesses still recovering from the effects of the first national lockdown, this second round of restrictions feels like a blow. As Christmas approaches and we enter the busiest time of year for many industries, there’s even more pressure to adapt your business this time.