http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com Franchise Opportunities, Franchise Information & Tips with Mark Kaplan, CEO of Great Wraps Tue, 11 Aug 2009 17:58:28 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en In the discussion of what makes a Franchisee Winner, as opposed to a Franchisee Loser, I must establish that I’m NOT talking about the underlying “person”.  Yes, I absolutely subscribe to the spiritual notion that everyone is wonderful & whole in God’s eyes, and this writer isn’t going anywhere near ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/make-money-with-franchising/what-makes-a-franchisee-winner/ In these challenging times, it’s more important than ever to be a positive person in order to be successful, happy & healthy.  That’s because despite the many challenges at work and at home, we still need to resonate with hope & positive energy so that we signal to our staff, ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/franchise-information/how-to-be-positive-the-key-to-franchise-personal-success/ If you’re looking into Franchising, surely you’ve tripped over the countless Franchise Broker Companies that are in business to match you with a Franchise.  They go by many names, like FranChoice, FranNet, Franchise Authority, Entrepreneur Source, the Business Alliance, etc -- but they all act in the same general manner…..they ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/franchise-information/franchise-brokers-the-good-the-bad-the-ugly/ When considering whether to buy a particular Franchise, the best source of information is Franchisees themselves….and most often, they are delighted to talk to you about their experience with the Franchise.  In my 20+ years in Franchising, I am amazed at the number of times I have spoken to Franchisees who ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/best-franchise-business/for-the-best-franchise-information-ask-the-franchisees/ Not only are you trying to research WHICH Franchise offers the best shot at success, but you’re trying to figure out WHAT to look for at the same time.  That can be very frustrating.  Well, be easy on yourself – perhaps you've never looked into Franchising before……and the Franchise Coach ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/franchise-information/how-to-pick-a-franchise-%e2%80%9cwinner%e2%80%9d/ Unless you’ve been living in a cave, you know that this is the toughest economy we’ve seen since the Great Depression.  Just about every Franchise is having trouble, and there are no “silver bullets” coming from ANY Franchise Headquarters that will make these financial problems go away.  The reality is ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/make-money-with-franchising/making-money-with-your-franchise-business-in-a-tough-economy/ Well, congratulations, you’ve gone directly to the most important question, and you didn’t even “Pass Go and Collect $200”.  And you’re thinking, “Of course that’s my first question, I’m not looking for a Franchise so I can save the whale.  I’m doing this to MAKE MONEY!!” So, you return to ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/franchise-information/how-much-money-can-i-make-with-your-franchise%e2%80%9d-part-i/ So, you’re all ready to jump into Franchising.  Is that because your neighbor or second cousin is raving about the success they’re having with their sandwich, hair cutting or automotive Franchise? Or is your decision based on some article you read that said that Franchising is the best business model ever ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/best-franchise-business/5-ways-to-know-if-franchising-is-for-you/ You’ve decided to stop DREAMING about opening your own business, and you’re now determined to actually DO IT.  Wow, launching out on your own - that's an awesome decision!  So, the thought process finally shifts from “if/why” to “HOW” to open a business......and that starts with this quintessential question: Should I join a Franchise, or launch my own ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/franchise-tips/10-reasons-to-open-a-franchise-business-instead-of-an-independent/ OK, so you did all your homework before signing your Franchise Agreement, and you just know that you’re poised for Entrepreneurial Success. Well, you certainly could be…..if you avoid the classic mistakes that Franchisees make AFTER they sign the Franchise Agreement. You see, you are now in execution-mode, and any ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/franchise-tips/10-franchising-mistakes-to-avoid-after-you-sign-your-franchise-agreement/ America has given the greatest gift ever to the world – And no, I’m not talking about political or religious freedom.  I’m talking about FRANCHISING, which is greatly responsible for another world-changing form of freedom……“Career Freedom”.  At its very core, Franchising provides a complete, turn-key business formula that has made ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/franchising/franchising-%e2%80%93-america%e2%80%99s-gift-to-the-world/ You’re looking into buying a Franchise, and you need the best information possible to make sure you make a good decision about buying a Franchise. Well, over the past 20 years, I’ve seen (and heard about) people making the same mistakes over & over again that added tremendous risk to that ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/franchise-information/worst-franchise-mistakes-you-can-make-before-signing-your-agreement/ I’m Mark Kaplan, the Franchise Coach, and I’m glad to “E-meet” you.  I’ve been in Franchising for over 20 years, and I believe that Franchising is the BEST business model anywhere……when it’s done right. Franchising can provide you with an awesome Concept and products that people really want, a Branded look that ... http://www.bestfranchiseinformation.com/featured/meet-mark-kaplan-the-franchise-coach/