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By Bill McPherson The tariffs that have been placed on goods coming into the United States have created economic uncertainty among many industries. While large corporations will likely pass these additional taxes onto the customer in the form of more expensive...
There’s nothing quite like the auto industry — it touches our lives every single day, whether we’re headed to work, dropping the kids off at school, or chasing down a decent cup of coffee across town. With around 1.4 billion cars on the road worldwide and an estimated...
For decades, we’ve leaned on Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to explain human motivation—starting with the basics like food and safety and moving up to self-actualization. But let’s be real… while Maslow was mapping out theory, entrepreneurs have been out here...
Many aspiring entrepreneurs dream of freedom—freedom from a 9-to-5, financial constraints, or burnout. But too often, those dreams turn into another version of the grind, just under a different name. That’s what I call the Franchise Trap: people buy a franchise...
By R. Scott Sutton When most Americans think about successful entrepreneurs, they envision highly ambitious and fiercely independent types who develop their own concepts from the ground up. What about the franchisee? Can you be both a franchise owner and an...
By Austin Piazza Home service companies are constantly generating data—in fact, they create new information with every phone call they receive, every technician they dispatch and every job they complete. Each of these interactions provides meaningful intelligence...
By Roland Ligtenberg The home service field stands strong even when the economy doesn't. There's always growth potential because homeowners constantly need skilled plumbers, electricians, and HVAC professionals to keep their homes running smoothly. These pros provide...
By Dwayne Tanner For aspiring entrepreneurs, franchising offers an exciting gateway to business ownership—with options ranging from fast food to fitness to home services. With such a wide variety of industries under the franchising umbrella, choosing the right fit...
By Missy Wright It always requires time, effort and an upfront financial investment to get a new business up and running. However, that shouldn’t deter aspiring entrepreneurs from seeking the most streamlined path. The franchising model provides an avenue to business...
For aspiring entrepreneurs, the allure of franchising is often rooted in the freedom to be your own boss, the power of proven systems, and the ability to build long-term wealth. But for those with an eye on building not just a business, but a true empire—one that can...