Tue.Jun 17, 2025

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Why a hard sell has no place in franchise recruitment

Elite Franchise Magazine

With so many promises out there and life-changing decisions on the table, financial and otherwise, it’s only natural to be on the lookout for someone pushing a polished pitch or a pipe dream. At Right at Home, we see that caution as a good thing. It means you’re serious about doing your due diligence – and that’s exactly the kind of mindset we look for.

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Florida Franchisee Grows 6 Hand & Stone Locations

Franchise Wire

Former Client Builds Multi-Unit Business Around Her Commitment to Self-Care In 12 years, Tara McLain went from being a Hand & Stone client to owning six of the brand’s massage and facial spas. “As a member at my local spa, I enjoyed regular massages and facials. I was impressed with the quality of service and the positive impact on my well-being.

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Franchise Community Engagement Strategies

FMS Franchise

Are you struggling to build meaningful connections in the communities where your franchise operates? You’re not alone. If you’re a small business owner looking to franchise your business , there’s one truth you can’t ignore: local connections make or break your brand. Many franchisors underestimate the power of franchise community engagement, only to find their locations struggling with visibility, loyalty, and trust.

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How to Build a Mission-Driven Company With a Legacy

Inc. Franchises

Build an organization that lasts with these six tips.

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Why the Lifetime Green Coatings Franchise Opportunity Is a Smart Investment in 2025

Franchise Top 40

The Lifetime Green Coatings franchise opportunity is making waves in the coating industry , offering a high-margin, low-overhead business with eco-conscious appeal. Franchise opportunities are actively promoted through digital channels and a strong online presence to attract potential franchisees. As more business owners invest in green solutions, this rapidly growing company stands out by delivering a proprietary non toxic coating made from plant based materials like castor oil and gypsum.

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OUAI Founder Jen Atkin Shares the Advice that Propelled Her 9-Figure Brand

Inc. Franchises

The entrepreneur and celebrity hairstylist reveals the key early hire that set her business up for success.

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Why social connection is the future of fitness

Elite Franchise Magazine

When we think about the reasons people join a gym, the usual suspects come to mind; improving health, gaining strength and losing weight. However, if you dig a little deeper, particularly with Gen Zs and millennials, there’s a powerful motivator emerging that could be more powerful than them all; social connection. We’ve seen first-hand how the gym has evolved from a solitary training space into something much more dynamic.

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Preserving Brand Integrity Across Multiple Locations: Why Consistency Is the Cornerstone of Sustainable Growth

Acceler8Success Cafe

For brand operators, whether in franchising, corporate chains, licensing, or joint ventures, maintaining the integrity of the business model is not a luxury—it’s a non-negotiable necessity.

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5 Small Business Financing Myths That Are Costing You Growth

Inc. Franchises

From SBA startup funds to leasing to carrying debt, here are some financial myths smart entrepreneurs avoid like the plague.

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HOMEstretch Franchise Review 2025: Costs, Fees, News, Average Revenues and/or Profits

Franchise Chatter

HOMEstretch franchises help homeowners and real estate agents prepare properties for sale, to increase a home’s value and provide a better return on the sale. This can include clearing the house out, painting, and replacing carpets. They also provide tidying up services for gardens and home cleaning for people who need a thorough clean when […] The post HOMEstretch Franchise Review 2025: Costs, Fees, News, Average Revenues and/or Profits appeared first on Franchise Chatter.

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They Sold Their Company for $126 Million. Here’s Their Best Advice for Landing an Exit in 2025

Inc. Franchises

Don’t become indispensable–and three other pieces of advice from Bryan and Shannon Miles.

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More than just a pet project

Elite Franchise Magazine

The idea that business success boils down to just one thing – profit – is fast becoming a relic of the past. Increasingly, today’s entrepreneurs want more. They’re seeking careers with heart as well as head, where making a living aligns with making a difference. And in the pet care industry, that balance comes naturally. For anyone with a passion for animals and a desire to do good in their community, the pet care sector offers a unique opportunity to build something that’s emotionally rewarding

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Science Says Talking to Strangers Will Make You Happier: 5 Tips to Get Better at It

Inc. Franchises

Research shows we dread talking to strangers but we’re much happier when we actually do. These tools can help.

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Painting with a Twist Franchise: Q&A with Brian Posen, Franchisee

Franchise Chatter

Brian Posen’s journey with Painting with a Twist began in 2019 when he joined the Lakewood studio as an artist. With a background as an actor and pianist, Posen was drawn to the paint-and-sip concept as both a creative outlet and an opportunity to craft an immersive, entertaining experience for guests. When the opportunity arose […] The post Painting with a Twist Franchise: Q&A with Brian Posen, Franchisee appeared first on Franchise Chatter.

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Win Big With Whole-Brain Thinking

Inc. Franchises

The myth of the left-brain versus right-brain leaders

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Get Business Capital Faster with Accurate Accounting

JNA Dealer Program

In the world of small businesses, one thing can make or break your success faster than anything else: your books. Not your marketing strategy. Not your product. Your books—specifically, how clean and accurate your accounting is. Sounds boring? Maybe. But when you’re applying for funding, pitching to investors, or managing growth, clean books can be your golden ticket to getting the capital you need, faster and with fewer headaches.

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40 Years Ago, Steve Jobs Said People Who Combine 2 (Seemingly) Opposite Traits Produce Exceptional Results

Inc. Franchises

Even though people tend to think of themselves as either thinkers or doers, Steve Jobs felt doers were also ‘major’ thinkers.

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Water Wings Swim School Launches Franchise Program

Franchise Wire

With Unleashed Brands’ Support, Water Wings Brings Lifesaving Lessons to More Kids Avi and Tracy Shafshak founded Water Wings Swim School more than 20 years ago with a commitment to empower people of all ages with essential water safety skills. Their emphasis on building confidence in a fun, supportive environment appealed to families, and over the years the business thrived and expanded from its single location in Las Vegas to more than a dozen state-of-the-art indoor facilities.

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Why Now Is the Time to AI Audit Your Business

Inc. Franchises

AI isn’t an optional add-on. It’s foundational and roughly equivalent to electricity or the internet.

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4 Ways to Spot a Self-Centered Person in 5 Minutes or Less, According to Psychologists

Inc. Franchises

Dealing with a self-centered colleague or business partner can be frustrating and draining. But there are warning signs.

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Most Small Businesses Are Still Just Testing AI. They Could Be Leaving Gains on the Table

Inc. Franchises

A new study finds 51 percent of modest-sized companies are still tentative about using AI to automate work tasks.

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8 Ways Leaders with Emotional Intelligence Master Their Emotions

Inc. Franchises

Leaders with high emotional intelligence are known to manage their emotions quite well. Start with any of these strategies.

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Why This Founder Doesn’t Ask New Hires for Resumes

Inc. Franchises

Genaro Cavazos built one of the fastest-growing security companies in the U.S. with a unique approach to hiring.

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How Tariffs Drove This Retail Chain Into Bankruptcy

Inc. Franchises

The décor chain At Home filed for Chapter 11 Monday, but that won’t help with higher costs on imported goods, which contributed to its financial decline.

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8 Ways to Feel Confident Making Decisions in Uncertain Times

Inc. Franchises

Waiting for the “perfect” information to decide can slow growth and momentum.

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2025 Best Workplaces: Meet the 514 Companies That Prioritize Their People  

Inc. Franchises

These companies boast best-in-class workplace cultures that put their employees first. Period.

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Here’s Why Gen Z Feels Stuck in This Economy

Inc. Franchises

Young people can’t afford homes and AI is taking entry-level jobs.

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AI Can Help Companies Hire Faster and Better

Inc. Franchises

AI is a collaborator, not a competitor.

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The National Guard Remains on Duty in L.A. Here’s Why They Aren’t Getting Paid

Inc. Franchises

Troops were deployed so quickly to the ICE raid protests they can’t get benefits or wages.

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A ‘Godfather’ of the Internet Says You Should Become a Plumber. Here’s Why

Inc. Franchises

AI is coming to steal people’s jobs, computing sage Geoffrey Hinton says. Many white-collar workers should be worried sooner than most.

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This Billionaire Is Serious About Buying TikTok. Here’s How He’d Change It

Inc. Franchises

Frank McCourt, the former owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has plans to reinvent the social media app.

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2025 Inc. Best Workplaces Methodology: How We Selected These 514 Winners

Inc. Franchises

Here’s how we produce our annual list of workplaces that prioritize company culture.

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Struggling to Lose Weight, and Keep It Off? That Might Be Because Research Shows Fat Cells ‘Remember’ Being Fat

Inc. Franchises

Making the weight loss market even more attractive for entrepreneurs who find ways to help.

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Tensions Are Flaring Between Microsoft and OpenAI

Inc. Franchises

OpenAI has been trying to negotiate with its top investor for months. Here’s what’s reportedly causing the issues.

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Meta Brings Ads to WhatsApp

Inc. Franchises

Here’s what’s up with WhatsApp’s new advertising initiative.

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This Shoe Company is Launching a New U.S. Factory. Don’t Expect Hundreds of New Jobs

Inc. Franchises

If the administration’s tariff policy is meant to increase domestic manufacturing jobs, Keen’s Kentucky plant may be a wake-up call.

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Kraft Heinz Is Planning a Big Change to Jell-O and Kool Aid

Inc. Franchises

Kraft Heinz is planning to remove certain ingredients from U.S. products in 2027.

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