Private equity (PE) firms are watching your franchise business — right now. If you want to eventually exit via a private equity buy-out, you must build a valuable reputation.
Author archives: Alicia Miller
Franchising Isn’t for Entrepreneurs, It’s for Systempreneurs
First determine if you can follow a system, then find the right system for you.
Are You a Resilient Franchisee? Let’s Find Out.
Preparation and mindset make you a better franchise candidate as well as entrepreneur.
Don’t Get Caught on the Wrong Side of This Odd Franchising Phenomenon
Why does the same franchise opportunity look simultaneously compelling and questionable, depending on who you ask?
How to Move Forward With Confidence When You’re Unsure About Becoming a Franchise Owner
Do you homework on the franchise that interests you, and then move forward with confidence.
For First-Time Franchisees: Think Like a Multi-Unit Franchisee From the Start
Thinking big is a catalyst for better decisions and outcomes. Here’s why.
4 Reasons New Franchisees Fail (and How to Succeed)
To be a successful franchisee, avoid disconnects between your initial good intentions and business ownership reality.
2 Time-Saving Questions to Ask in Your First Franchise Information Call
Get to “no” quickly on bad-fit concepts, so you can say “yes” to the right franchise opportunity.
Buying a Franchise? Make Sure the Marketing Process Is Worth It
Make sure the franchise you buy, and their marketing system, are worthy of your time and investment.
To Make a Smart Franchise Purchase, Ask These 3 Contrarian Questions
Franchising is a powerful and highly successful entrepreneurial model. But it’s not as turnkey or foolproof as some franchise salespeople would like you to believe.