Starbucks This Starbucks Executive Shares How Your Company Can Make a Positive Social ImpactEntrepreneur - Jessica AboJessica Abo sits down with a Starbucks executive to learn how the company is taking on community service, plastics and pay equity. When it comes to social innovation at Starbucks, there are many things
Baby Boomers This Junk Hauling Franchise Helps Seniors Declutter and Relieve AnxietyEntrepreneur - Rick GrossmannHow Gone For Good aims to help older people ease anxiety and do good for the environment in the process. The aging population is growing daily as the baby boomers reach retirement and beyond. According
How Franchising Helped This Founder Scale His BusinessEntrepreneur - Stephanie SchomerFormer NFL player Tafa Jefferson launched a business to provide care to senior citizens. But he couldn't do it on his own. This story appears in the July 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » Tafa Jefferson’s
This Franchisee Ditched a High-Powered Corporate Career to Run Her Own Cycling StudiosEntrepreneur - Stephanie SchomerLisa Locker spent decades climbing the corporate ladder. But as a CycleBar franchisee, she's found a whole new challenge. This story appears in the July 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » After two
Why Painting With a Twist's Founders Replaced Themselves as CEOEntrepreneur - Jennifer LarinoAfter 10 years, the founders knew the business was ready for the next stage of growth. But they weren't sure they were the right people to lead the charge. This story appears in the July 2019 issue of
Chick-fil-A Is Giving Away Free Food Today -- Here's How to Get ItEntrepreneur - Albert StamponeCheck out how to get free lunch (yes, it does exist) at Chick-fil-A today, and at other restaurants throughout the year. What’s better than enjoying a delicious meal? Enjoying a delicious meal that you
How to Find the Right Payment SystemEntrepreneur - Hayden FieldIn a mobile economy, being able to simply process credit cards is no longer enough. Here's what to look for as you search for a payment-system provider. This story appears in the July 2019 issue of Entrepreneur.
How Shaq Is Bringing Fun Back to Papa John'sEntrepreneur - Clint CarterThe basketball legend is the franchise's new brand ambassador. He's got his work cut out for him -- but Shaq's never been afraid of a challenge. This story appears in the July 2019 issue of Entrepreneur.
Use These 3 Strategies to Build a Thriving Franchise OrganizationEntrepreneur - Rick GrossmannXponential Fitness Founder and CEO Anthony Geisler shares the leadership secrets that have helped him build a boutique fitness empire. If you are developing a franchise organization, as a leader, it is
What Franchises Should Look For In a Marketing FirmEntrepreneur - Hayden FieldReaching customers (and potential franchisees) is part art, part science. Three industry vets offer advice on finding a marketing and social media firm that strikes the right balance. This story appears
Want to Build A Franchise Empire? Do It Brand By Brand.Entrepreneur - Stephanie SchomerPaul Flick wants to serve a homeowner's every need -- which is why his company Premium Service Brands is always expanding. This story appears in the June 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » When Paul
Why This Oakland Cop Became a Subway FranchiseeEntrepreneur - Stephanie SchomerKiesha Haggerty has found the two worlds to be surprisingly complementary. This story appears in the June 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » Kiesha Haggerty has what might seem like two extremely
Greg Flynn Owns 1,245 Restaurants and Makes $2 Billion A Year. Here's How He Did It.Entrepreneur - Scott LucasHe bought his first Applebee's 20 years ago, and since then has redefined what's possible in the franchise industry. His philosophy: Be different, then go big. This story appears in the June 2019 issue
Filling Sandbags in the Military Inspired Me to Become an EntrepreneurEntrepreneur - Jason AndersonReally hard work with no obvious utility is actually a very clarifying experience. When you speak to many entrepreneurs regarding how they got their start or what their "lightbulb" moments were in their
The Top Food Franchises of 2019Entrepreneur - Tracy Stapp HeroldFood dominates the franchise world. Here, we rank the strongest brands in 14 tasty categories. This story appears in the June 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » Ask someone to name a franchise, and
Why Entrepreneurs Should Believe They Are UnstoppableEntrepreneur - David MeltzerJosh York, CEO of Gymguyz, talks about his rise from being a broke 20-something to franchising 265 gyms nationwide. Josh York, CEO of Gymguyz, discusses the role that undying confidence and mental toughness
7 Tips for Network Marketing SuccessEntrepreneur - Devlin SmithA direct-selling expert shares what it takes to start out and make it in this industry. You probably have an image firmly planted in your mind of what network marketing (also known as direct sales or marketing)
The Top 100 Franchises for Less Than $50,000 in 2019Entrepreneur - Tracy Stapp HeroldCheck out the top franchises that can be started for less than $50,000, ranked based on scores they received in Entrepreneur's 2019 Franchise 500 ranking. This story appears in the March 2019 issue of
The Top 100 Franchises for Less Than $100,000 in 2019Entrepreneur - Tracy Stapp HeroldCheck out the top franchises that can be started for less than $100,000, ranked based on scores they received in Entrepreneur's 2019 Franchise 500 ranking. This story appears in the March 2019 issue of
The Top 100 Franchises for Less Than $150,000 in 2019Entrepreneur - Tracy Stapp HeroldCheck out the top franchises that can be started for less than $150,000, ranked based on scores they received in Entrepreneur's 2019 Franchise 500 ranking. This story appears in the March 2019 issue of
Startups 300 Franchises to Open With Nearly Any BudgetEntrepreneur - Tracy Stapp HeroldWant to be a business owner? Here are 300 franchises you can buy into no matter how much cash you're working with. This story appears in the March 2019 issue of Start Up. Subscribe » Think franchising
Marketing Small Business Week Is Here, So Turn Your Idea Into Reality With This Starter KitEntrepreneur - Nina ZipkinWith Small Business Week 2019 upon us, now is as good a time as any to begin making that idea you can’t stop thinking about a reality. As of last year, there were 30.2 million small businesses in the States
Starbucks Did Starbucks Make a Cameo on 'Game of Thrones'?Entrepreneur - Matthew McCrearyPerhaps just as important: What does Daenerys order when she goes to Starbucks? Last night's episode of Game of Thrones featured several familiar sights to fans of the show. The Starks were back in Winterfell,
Cotton Candy By Supporting Its Franchisees, Kona Ice Enables Them To Better Serve Local CommunitiesEntrepreneur - Stephanie SchomerThe shaved-ice franchise focuses on community engagement to build year-round demand for the warm-weather treat. This story appears in the April 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » When Tony Lamb started
Franchising Former NFL Star Jason Avant Has a New Career -- In Trampoline ParksEntrepreneur - Hayden FieldThe athlete found a second act as a Launch Trampoline Park franchisee. This story appears in the April 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » Jason Avant has always been in the entertainment business.
Finance What Franchises Should Look for In a BankEntrepreneur - Stephanie SchomerIndustry vets offer up advice on finding the financial and lending partner that works for your business. This story appears in the April 2019 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe » From James Short, director
Success 9 Success Habits of Wealthy People That Cost NothingEntrepreneur - John RamptonMoney isn't everything but lack of money is a lame excuse for a lot things. Have you ever you wondered how certain people have gotten so successful? Sure you have. A great idea, motivation, persistence,
Chick-fil-A FranchisesEntrepreneurThe basketball legend is the franchise's new brand ambassador. He's got his work cut out for him -- but Shaq's never been afraid of a challenge. In a mobile economy, being able to simply process credit
What You Need to Know Before Investing in a Chick-fil-A Franchise (60-Second Video)Entrepreneur - Diana FalzoneThree things to know about one of the world's most successful franchises. Chick-fil-A is one of the most successful and influential fast food chains in America. Thinking of opening your own? Here are things
