As the pandemic has forced companies to embrace new ways of working, many bosses are considering incorporating remote operations into their long-term business plans.
Everyone makes mistakes - even the CEOs of huge franchise brands. But by educating ourselves on the blunders other people have suffered previously, we can reduce the chances of slipping up ourselves. Here are eight of the biggest marketing mistakes made by franchises in recent years.
If you want to advertise your franchise business, writing a press release is a great step to take. Although it may seem complicated and time-consuming at first, it can be a simple and highly effective way to spread news once you know the formula.
Knowing how to create engaging video content is becoming more and more important for business owners as time goes on. Consumers are increasingly favouring videos over written marketing material; they’re usually short, informative and engaging.
Social media presents a huge opportunity when it comes to marketing your franchise. From paid advertising to Pinterest pins, there are plenty of opportunities to promote your business.
If you’ve never thought of using social media in your franchisee recruitment process, you could be missing a trick. More and more businesses are turning to sites like Facebook and Twitter to find suitable candidates to join their teams, and there’s no reason why you can’t do the same.
Wondering how to find your first franchisee? There are a number of effective ways to kick-start your franchisee recruitment drive the right way. Here are our top tips on finding your very first franchisee.
Looking for a New Year’s Resolution for your business? Focusing on your marketing and community outreach strategies could be the best way to get the new year off to a productive start. Here’s how to promote your franchise, and why January could be the best time to do it.
The New Year is a great time to change your habits and shake up your routine. If you’d like to boost your productivity in January, now’s the moment to learn how to optimise your time and work more efficiently. Keep reading for some of the best New Year’s resolutions for business owners.
Joining a landscaping franchise is a great way to earn money whilst getting out and about and keeping fit. But how can you make sure people find your business? Here are some of the top marketing tips for promoting a landscaping business.
Running a charity fundraising event can be a great way to support the community whilst building trust with customers. But often, you’ll be working with low budgets and limited time, so planning is crucial if you’re going to make the most of the event.
If you run an accounting business, chances are you’ve heard a lot about new technologies automating complex processes and helping individuals manage their finances themselves.
As a business owner, your professional reputation is one of your biggest assets. It can help you win new business, bring in the best talent and keep everyone on your side. The difficult part is building it and retaining it.Businesses have a lot to gain from enhancing their professional standing.
Integrating your organisation into the local business community can have significant benefits. You’ll rub shoulders with savvy entrepreneurs who can offer valuable advice and guidance, stay in the loop about any regional changes and boost your reputation.
Short-term planning helps you set achievable goals over small intervals and make success seem attainable, even in the most unprecedented times. Let’s find out more about this strategy and how you can use it to help you navigate through the COVID-19 crisis.
With COVID-19 forcing many business owners to overcome huge challenges, It’s more important than ever to know your ‘why’. In this article, we explore what this means and how you can build a business with a purpose.
Running a business isn’t easy – in fact, it can be incredibly challenging at times. Franchisees are dedicated to making sure their unit is profitable and managing operations throughout the day, so it’s no wonder many overlook their mental health.
It can be tricky to know how to approach recruitment with a ‘diversity mindset’, but it could be the best thing you ever do for your franchise. And with all of the information that shows how beneficial a diverse workplace can be for your company, you’d be silly not to take notice.
As a franchisor, your focus should be on big-picture thinking and strategy, leaving the daily running of the business to your franchisees. But do you feel worried about letting go and handing over? If you recruit the right franchisees, delegating is much easier.
Whether you’re working alone for the first time or have spent years flying solo, some working days can feel lonely. We’ve put together a list of five of our tried-and-tested ways to combat loneliness and protect your mental wellbeing when working alone.
Staying mentally healthy when you’re experiencing difficult times can be hard. Even if you’ve never struggled with your mental health, challenging circumstances can weigh heavily on your mind.
Doubting your ability to run a business? Worried you don’t actually have what it takes? You could have Imposter Syndrome – a phenomenon experienced by 70% of people around the world. Here’s what it is, why you get it, and what you can do to handle it.“I don’t actually know what I’m doing.
A growth mindset can be the difference between giving up and reaching success for many entrepreneurs. In this article, we’re going to answer the question ‘What is a growth mindset?’ as well as sharing five of our best tips for upgrading a limiting fixed mindset to a limitless growth mindset.
Want to reopen your business, but not sure where you stand with the current COVID-19 situation? This article will set out what you’re currently allowed to do as the government begins reopening the economy, whether you’re running a retail business, pub, gym or restaurant.
A good support network can help you overcome the challenges of running a business. It can even be the difference between failure and franchising success. We have gathered four reasons why you need to build a network of support during your franchising journey.
If you’re looking for ways to reopen your business safely, we’ve rounded up some of the most amusing ways other companies have done just that. We’ll also be highlighting simple tactics you can use to make sure your franchise is ‘Covid safe’, no matter what kind of business you’re running.
The new UK Government guidelines have set out what employers should be doing to keep their workplaces ‘Covid secure’. Here’s everything you need to know about the next phase of the COVID-19 crisis and how you can make sure your franchise is sticking to the rules.
Whether you’re already operating a commercial cleaning franchise or are still thinking about starting one, follow these tips to make sure your business is successful and reaches its potential. contributes around 700,000 jobs and over £24 billion to our economy.
As the COVID-19 crisis unfolds, businesses across the world are doing everything they can to help those in need. Let’s take a look at just a few of the ways the franchises on our books are supporting local communities.
With restrictions imposed to control the spread of coronavirus, lots of people are working from home for the very first time. To help you get through this challenging time, we’ve suggested some brilliant podcasts you can listen to.Working from home can take some getting used to.
Many companies are finding it hard to maintain sales performance amid the COVID-19 crisis, but the way you communicate with your customers as it unfolds could make or break your business.
It’s safe to say that starting a new business doesn’t always lead to immediate success, but there are some things you can do to make sure it stands the best chance.
Working with a business partner can be tricky, particularly when the going gets tough. Perhaps you rushed into collaborating without talking things through fully, or discovered your ambitions have changed further down the line.
These days, everyone’s talking about how to protect the environment. Often, it’s easy to make environmentally friendly choices at home, but it’s down to employers and franchisors to take measures in the workplace.
Success in the business world is defined by the relationships you forge. Today, we unpick why building relationships with suppliers is so important and how you can establish healthy, long-lasting ones.
Burnout is a very real issue for business owners across the world; a mixture of outside pressure and internal drive can lead entrepreneurs to take on unhealthy working habits.
In this article we’ll look at the value of building customer loyalty for your franchise business and some useful tools to keep customers coming back.Running your own franchise business would not be possible without your customers.
Want to run your own driving school business but not sure how to get started? Read on for our top five tips! If you’ve learnt to drive, there’s a good chance you have a clear memory of your driving instructor and your experience with them.
Whether you’re attracted to franchising for the brand recognition, existing customer base or strong support network, none of these benefits guarantee your success without a healthy franchisor and franchisee relationship.
Marketplaces, or online portals, are digital platforms that connect sellers and buyers. While the model has gained a foothold in B2C and B2B markets, they have quickly become the main channel franchisors use for franchisee recruitment.
