As a multi-unit franchisee, you've invested a significant amount of time and money into your business, and naturally, you want to maintain control over it. However, as an entrepreneur or business owner, you must consider the future of your company and determine if you want to sell it, keep it, [...]
Inflation is a reality that businesses must deal with, and franchise businesses are no exception. The impact of inflation on franchise businesses can be significant, affecting the profitability and sustainability of franchise units. This article will explore the rising costs of goods, equipment, and services, and the recommendations for franchise [...]
The pandemic impacted us all, causing some to reap the benefits and others to be shut down. And our fickle economy is causing many multi-unit franchisees to wonder what the best strategy is to thrive through next year. As the world evolves and changes, basic principles, such as processes, procedures, marketing, talent, attractive culture, [...]
Successful family businesses have the power to provide for many lifestyles. Owner(s) and their families, key leaders and their families, employees, and the community it serves. Many owners have the vision to transfer out of daily operations and want the business to remain under family ownership. There are many strategies [...]
As succession planners, we are frequently asked by multi-unit franchisees how to prepare for change and transition. On top of the mind of many multi-unit franchisees is an impending recession and talent shortages which requires adjustments to their growth strategies. Preparing your business for future change depends on whether you are in a mental, [...]
Even though Wall Street predicts 2022 and 2023 will have 10% growth in earnings and isn't currently anticipating any slowdown, many multi-unit franchisees have expressed concern over economic uncertainties. Talks of inflation, change in tax law, ongoing supply chain issues, and labor shortages have multi-unit franchisees wondering how or if [...]
No one can predict the future, but as a business owner, you can manage uncertainties by strategically thinking through the possible, probable, and potential issues impacting your long-term goals. This is where succession planning comes in. A succession plan provides a roadmap outlining growth strategies, contingency plans, governance guidelines, leadership transitions, and strategic plans. [...]
How often have you seen ineffective leaders in senior-level positions? Likewise, how often have we seen a manager that demonstrates exemplary leadership skills? A question many of us probably don't ask ourselves enough is: what is the difference between management and leadership? Without careful consideration, many of us would probably question if there were [...]
We are in some interesting economic times, making it difficult to predict the future. As a result, many multi-unit franchisees wonder if it is time to hit the gas or break. We have talked to multi-unit franchisee owners who have the cash and are interested in investing in the future. [...]
Most entrepreneurs and multi-unit franchisees' long-term vision involves owning a business to build wealth, support a lifestyle and live off the cash after a one-day sale. However, successful owners know this dream can become a reality with the right business succession strategies, starting with the end in mind way before [...]
