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Video: The State of Franchising Today

Franchise King

New Post From The Franchise King® If you’d like the truth about the State of Franchising right now, watch this video. In it, I go over the things that are impacting franchising. Things that hardly anyone in the franchise industry dares to talk about. The way I see it, we can all pretend that everything is ducky, or you can get […] The post Video: The State of Franchising Today appeared first on The Franchise King®.

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Summer is positive for franchising

Elite Franchise Magazine

Summer is a great time for franchising. It is also the time when people take their holidays, whether it’s early to avoid the summer price increases or when your children and grandchildren are off from school. Whatever the reason for a break it is a good time to reflect on your career and whether it is time for a change. If you feel stuck in a career you might like to consider franchising.

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Los Angeles’s $30 Minimum Wage Proposal Has These Business Owners Up in Arms

Inc. Franchises

A new city law increasing the hourly minimum wage at larger L.A. hotels to $30 by 2028 is the latest blow to the city’s struggling hospitality industry.

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Hydrogen Fitness Joins Franchise FastLane’s CarPool

Franchise Wire

Program Advises Franchisor’s Team to Accelerate Growth Hydrogen Fitness, a wellness provider distinguished by its large-scale, luxurious 24/7 facilities, will pump up the expansion of its brand by joining Franchise FastLane’s self-directed CarPool program. Franchise FastLane is an industry-leading franchise sales and development company with a mission of driving the responsible growth of emerging franchise brands.

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How These Gen-Z Founders Landed $25K of Free Money for Their Canned Cocktails Startup

Inc. Franchises

The entrepreneurs behind Just Call Me Shirley also raised $85,000 through a crowdfunding platform.

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How one Chicken Treat franchisee kickstarted his path to success

Franchise Business (Australia)

Chicken Treat franchisee Tavis Armstrong is proof that hard work and a go-getting attitude can work wonders. Over the past nine years Tavis has bought and sold 12 Chicken Treat restaurants. “I’ve set myself up for life, I can retire and live well. I live in a nice house, I have a boat and cars. It’s all through hard work,” Tavis says. Now the former banker, truck driver, distributor and lawn mowing contractor, is happy with the four restaurants he currently owns.

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LIME Painting Franchise: Q&A with Nick Lopez, Founder and CEO

Franchise Chatter

Founded in 2013 by Nick Lopez, LIME Painting is the nation’s first and only luxury home painting and restoration franchise, built to serve the unique needs of luxury residential and commercial properties. With a focus on integrity, craftsmanship, and elite customer service, the brand has grown to over 90 locations across more than 21 states. […] The post LIME Painting Franchise: Q&A with Nick Lopez, Founder and CEO appeared first on Franchise Chatter.

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1-800-Packouts Franchise Review 2025: Costs, Fees, News, Average Revenues and/or Profits

Franchise Chatter

1-800-Packouts combines a set of services relating to the restoration of contents from damaged homes. This includes packing and taking away the contents, inventorying them, restoring damaged items, storing them while others restore the building itself, and then finally returning the items once things have been put right. The comprehensive package makes the service user […] The post 1-800-Packouts Franchise Review 2025: Costs, Fees, News, Average Revenues and/or Profits appeared first on Fr

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5 Habits That Quietly Burn Out High-Performing CEOs

Inc. Franchises

Delegating and building systems to help you say no are just a start to gaining back your time—and mental health.

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Franchising Isn’t for Everyone — Especially Founders and Executives Who Assume It Is

Acceler8Success Cafe

Franchising is often romanticized as the natural next step for a successful business.

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How Barack Obama’s 15 Percent Rule Will Radically Improve Your Writing

Inc. Franchises

The former president is a master communicator. Steal some of his magic by borrowing one of his favorite rules for better writing.

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The Scoop N Scootery Franchise System Launch

Franchise Industry News

The ice cream industry has remained largely untouched for decades. Familiar scoop shops offer the same menu items and experiences across towns and cities. But while the world has evolved with on-demand services, personalization, and tech-enabled convenience, the classic ice cream parlor has stood still. At Scoop N Scootery, we saw this stagnation not as a limitation, but as an opportunity.

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19 Dallas-Fort Worth Companies That Are Great Places to Work

Inc. Franchises

These companies based in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area made Inc.’s 2025 Best Workplaces list.

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HOW TO PREPARE YOUR FRANCHISE FOR A LUCRATIVE PRIVATE EQUITY EXIT: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING REAL VALUE

Franchise Growth Solutions

Image created with canva What if I told you that the secret to a massive payday isn’t in selling more units—but in preparing your franchise […] The post HOW TO PREPARE YOUR FRANCHISE FOR A LUCRATIVE PRIVATE EQUITY EXIT: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING REAL VALUE appeared first on FranchiseMoneyMaker.com. The post HOW TO PREPARE YOUR FRANCHISE FOR A LUCRATIVE PRIVATE EQUITY EXIT: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING REAL VALUE first appeared on Franchise Growth Solutions.

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Running a Tech Company in the Age of AI

Inc. Franchises

As AI rapidly evolves, tech founders must do the same. Isa Watson of Squad and Jacqueline Samira of Howdy.com share lessons from the frontlines on hiring, training, and building products in a new era.

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Using AI to Write Help Wanted Posts that Actually Work

Scott Greenberg

How to use artificial intelligence to craft emotionally compelling, human-centric job ads that attract the right people. Recruiting hourly employees is harder than it used to be. Competition is fierce. Attention spans are short. And let’s face it — many job seekers are numb to help wanted ads that all sound the same. That’s a problem, especially in the restaurant industry, where turnover is high and staffing needs are constant.

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Should I Warn People Their Colleague is About to Be Fired?

Inc. Franchises

… and two other tricky workplace dilemmas.

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HOW TO PREPARE YOUR FRANCHISE FOR A LUCRATIVE PRIVATE EQUITY EXIT: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING REAL VALUE

MoneyMaker.com

Image created with canva What if I told you that the secret to a massive payday isn’t in selling more units—but in preparing your franchise […] The post HOW TO PREPARE YOUR FRANCHISE FOR A LUCRATIVE PRIVATE EQUITY EXIT: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUILDING REAL VALUE appeared first on FranchiseMoneyMaker.com.

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Sustainability is More Than Just the Right Thing to Do

Inc. Franchises

Five business cases for sustainability

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The entrepreneurial pitching process: A systematic review using topic modeling and future research agenda

Science Direct -- Journal of Business Venturing

Publication date: September 2025 Source: Journal of Business Venturing, Volume 40, Issue 5 Author(s): Jordan J. McSweeney, Kevin T. McSweeney, Thomas H. Allison, Aaron H.

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These U.S. Cities Are Luring Entrepreneurs With Generous Financial Incentives

Inc. Franchises

Over 100 U.S. towns, counties, and states are offering incentives worth as much as $20,000 to people willing to relocate their homes, work and businesses to reverse decades of brain drain.

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Comcast Business Solutions for Channel Partners

JNA Dealer Program

Being a telecom reseller can feel like swimming with sharks. You need strong partners, proven solutions, and a brand that people trust. That’s where Comcast Business steps in. Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or a seasoned agency, becoming a Comcast Business channel partner can take your reselling game to the next level. Understanding Comcast Business Comcast Business is a division of Comcast Corporation, offering advanced communication solutions tailored for businesses of all sizes.

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6 Tips to Inspire and Motivate Your Team

Inc. Franchises

Here’s how to turbocharge your business, build momentum, and take it to the next level.

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Hegemonic entrepreneurial masculinities in patriarchal contexts: Exploring men’s entrepreneurship in war-torn territories

International Small Business Journal: Researching

International Small Business Journal, Ahead of Print. This article examines how the war-torn context in Iraq has affected men’s entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial masculinities. Drawing on the entrepreneurship masculinities literature, Connell’s notion of hegemonic masculinity and in-depth interviews with.

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Wall Street Knew the Iran Conflict Wouldn’t Last

Inc. Franchises

A rising stock market and falling oil prices suggests investors see a short-lived conflict.

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Hounds Town USA Announces First Location Opening in Alabama

International Franchise Association

About Us IFA Foundation Get Involved Media Kit Find a Franchise Login Find a Franchise Login Join IFA What is Franchising? Learn About Franchising Franchising Overview What is a Franchise The Franchise Business Model Common Terms and Definitions How to Get Started Getting Started in Franchising How Do I Fund My Franchise Questions to Ask Before Franchising Types of Franchise Investments FranShip Mentorship Program Conducting Your Research Diligence in Franchising Pros and Cons of Franchising Mak

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As U.S. Sizzles, Business Groups Push Back on OSHA’s Heat Safety Law

Inc. Franchises

Business groups argue that requiring companies to offer mandatory breaks every two hours when it’s 90 degrees or hotter would be a burden to small businesses.

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Altitude Trampoline Park Surpasses Mid‑Year Milestone with Six Locations Opened

International Franchise Association

About Us IFA Foundation Get Involved Media Kit Find a Franchise Login Find a Franchise Login Join IFA What is Franchising? Learn About Franchising Franchising Overview What is a Franchise The Franchise Business Model Common Terms and Definitions How to Get Started Getting Started in Franchising How Do I Fund My Franchise Questions to Ask Before Franchising Types of Franchise Investments FranShip Mentorship Program Conducting Your Research Diligence in Franchising Pros and Cons of Franchising Mak

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AI Isn’t a Thought Leader, so Don’t Let it Write Your Book 

Inc. Franchises

Artificial intelligence does many things well, but there are some things you need to do yourself—here’s why.

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Spherion Named to Franchise Business Review’s 2025 Culture100 List 

International Franchise Association

About Us IFA Foundation Get Involved Media Kit Find a Franchise Login Find a Franchise Login Join IFA What is Franchising? Learn About Franchising Franchising Overview What is a Franchise The Franchise Business Model Common Terms and Definitions How to Get Started Getting Started in Franchising How Do I Fund My Franchise Questions to Ask Before Franchising Types of Franchise Investments FranShip Mentorship Program Conducting Your Research Diligence in Franchising Pros and Cons of Franchising Mak

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This Female Bodybuilder Wants Professional Women to Build Muscle and Confidence

Inc. Franchises

Anne Marie Chaker’s new book debunks myths about women’s bodies and shows how strength training helps their health and careers. Arnold Schwarzenegger just endorsed it.

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GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL SIGNS LEASE AGREEMENT IN OAK CREEK, WI

International Franchise Association

About Us IFA Foundation Get Involved Media Kit Find a Franchise Login Find a Franchise Login Join IFA What is Franchising? Learn About Franchising Franchising Overview What is a Franchise The Franchise Business Model Common Terms and Definitions How to Get Started Getting Started in Franchising How Do I Fund My Franchise Questions to Ask Before Franchising Types of Franchise Investments FranShip Mentorship Program Conducting Your Research Diligence in Franchising Pros and Cons of Franchising Mak

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Apple Just Responded to Intense Criticism Over the ‘Liquid Glass’ Finder Icon In the Most Apple Way

Inc. Franchises

Apple reversed one of its most controversial design changes.

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Ziebart of Buffalo and Rochester Introduces Advanced Wax Undercoating Formula

International Franchise Association

About Us IFA Foundation Get Involved Media Kit Find a Franchise Login Find a Franchise Login Join IFA What is Franchising? Learn About Franchising Franchising Overview What is a Franchise The Franchise Business Model Common Terms and Definitions How to Get Started Getting Started in Franchising How Do I Fund My Franchise Questions to Ask Before Franchising Types of Franchise Investments FranShip Mentorship Program Conducting Your Research Diligence in Franchising Pros and Cons of Franchising Mak

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These Founders Predict AI Will Be a ‘Great Leveler’ That Delivers a ‘Very Hard Job Market’

Inc. Franchises

Jacqueline Samira of Howdy.com and Isa Watson of Squad share their strategies for embracing artificial intelligence.

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Evive Brands Expands Home-Services Platform With Acquisition of Maid Brigade

International Franchise Association

About Us IFA Foundation Get Involved Media Kit Find a Franchise Login Find a Franchise Login Join IFA What is Franchising? Learn About Franchising Franchising Overview What is a Franchise The Franchise Business Model Common Terms and Definitions How to Get Started Getting Started in Franchising How Do I Fund My Franchise Questions to Ask Before Franchising Types of Franchise Investments FranShip Mentorship Program Conducting Your Research Diligence in Franchising Pros and Cons of Franchising Mak

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WeWork Co-Founder Adam Neumann, Known for Toxic Leadership, Is Still Giving Business Advice

Inc. Franchises

On a recent a16z podcast, Neumann said he was doing things differently with his latest company, Flow.

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