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Building a strong culture across your franchise network

Elite Franchise Magazine

Products and systems can be replicated, but culture is what turns a group of independent operators into a unified brand. It’s the invisible glue that holds your network together, influencing everything from customer service to employee morale. So how do you instil a consistent culture across multiple locations, each run by different people with their own style?

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Why Training and Support Matter for Scooter’s Coffee Franchise Owners

Scooter's Coffee -- Coffee Franchising

Starting your own business is a journey. And when partnered with a brand like Scooter’s Coffee®, that journey is filled with endless opportunity, growth, and the chance to make a real impact in your community. With our franchise training and support , you’ll have the tools you need to run your Scooter’s Coffee franchise confidently, no matter your experience level.

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National Franchise Week – ‘moving the miles’

Elite Franchise Magazine

The BFA (British Franchise Association) recently completed its inaugural National Franchise Week with franchisors, franchisees and sector suppliers taking part in a diverse range of events, designed to help them step away from their desks, focus on their mental health and wellbeing and raise money for charity. Over 100 companies took part across five themed days, logging 2,230 miles of movement, attending 14 online classes, raising almost £1,000 for charity and supporting their local communities

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Franchise Expo West Returns to L.A. This September

Franchise Wire

Event to Feature 100-Plus Exhibitors, Expert Speakers and Key Sessions on Franchise Growth SUMMARY Attendees and exhibitors may register now for Franchise Expo West, Sept. 5-6 in Los Angeles. More than 3,000 attendees and 100 exhibitors are expected. Entrepreneurs and franchisors will enjoy networking opportunities and educational events. MFV Expositions and Comexposium, which produce regional franchise trade shows, have opened registration for attendees and exhibitors wishing to participate in

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British Franchise Association responds to Government debate on regulation

Franchise World

Pip Wilkins, chief executive of the British Franchise Association (BFA), has written to MPs following the recent debate in parliament entitled ‘ Corporate Businesses and Franchisees: Regulatory Environment ’, held in July this year. Pip Wilkins The letter was sent to clarify the BFA’s position on regulation of the UK franchise sector, which was raised during a debate, and to offer insight into the role of the association.

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Featured Franchise Spotlight Episode 15: “What Arvind Learned from Failing Before Succeeding”

CMIT Solutions: Franchise Blog

In this episode of CMIT Solutions Featured Franchise Spotlight, we spotlight Arvind Hariharan who shares how he transitioned from a 17-year corporate IT career to owning a successful CMIT Solutions franchise. He talks about launching during the pandemic, leveraging the CMIT system and mentorship , growing through consistency and community outreach, and prioritizing client relationships.

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Pvolve Inks Four New Franchise Deals to Boost Expansion

International Franchise Association

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Why the iFOAM Franchise Is a Smart Investment in the Growing Insulation Industry

Franchise Top 40

If you’re looking to invest in a recession-resistant business that offers cutting-edge technology, high customer demand, and real profit potential, the iFOAM franchise may be your perfect fit. As a leader in spray foam insulation , iFOAM is an established brand with recognized industry expertise, revolutionizing how homeowners and commercial clients improve energy efficiency and cut down on utility bills.

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Rise Swaps Doughnuts for Beignets, Boosts Efficiency

Franchise Wire

Southern Franchise Simplifies Operations While Delighting Customers With New Treat Embracing innovation requires companies to find the right balance between improving efficiency and respecting tradition. So when Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken replaced its popular doughnuts with beignets, leadership looked beyond the practical business advantages of streamlining processes and trimming costs.

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

Franchise Chatter

Matco Tools is a tool distribution franchise for car mechanics and related industries. Tools are manufactured or commissioned by the parent company, then distributed by franchisees, who drive vans full of tools around their territory making sales to local mechanics. Customers can buy everything from individual tools to entire toolboxes, customizing a toolbox to suit […] The post Matco Tools Franchise Review 2025: Costs, Fees, News, Average Revenues and/or Profits appeared first on Franchis

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Signature Flavors of The Human Bean Are Coming to Cedar Park

International Franchise Association

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Exploring Recession Proof Business Ideas: Why Pest Control Is a Smart Bet

Mosquito Squad Plus

Economic uncertainty has a way of shifting priorities, and for many people, that includes career paths and long-term financial goals. If you’re thinking about launching a business, you’re probably looking for something stable. Something that stands up even when the economy dips. That’s where the idea of a “recession proof business” comes in.

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Drybar Inks Multi-Unit Development Deal for Four Shops

International Franchise Association

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Quick Franchise Buyer Poll: Which Industry Interests You Most

Franchise King

New Post From The Franchise King® I’m curious as to which sector of franchising you’re most interested in pursuing right now. Why? So I can see what franchise sectors have the most interest halfway through the year. Secondly, I want to be able to better guide my readers and prospective clients through the franchise research and franchise buying process.

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United Franchise Group™ Announces Newest Brand, Black Optix Tint®

International Franchise Association

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Why the Hydrate IV Bar Franchise Is a Smart Investment in Today’s Wellness Economy

Franchise Top 40

In recent years, the health and wellness industry has transformed from a niche market into a booming industry fueled by health-conscious consumers. More consumers are investing in health and wellness as a long-term priority, reflecting a significant cultural shift. Hydrate IV Bar is proud to be part of the industry at large, contributing to the evolution of the health and wellness sector toward more inclusive and holistic approaches.

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Floor Coverings International Awards 45 New Franchises in First Half of 2025

International Franchise Association

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Summer Conversations That Strengthen Franchise Relationships

Acceler8Success Cafe

There’s something about the dog days of summer that naturally slows things down.

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Ascent Hospitality Management Welcomes Nicholas Mason as Chief Financial Officer

International Franchise Association

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Wendy’s Debuts Wednesday Addams Meal of Misfortune

Franchise Wire

Netflix and Wendy’s Team Up to Promote Wednesday Season 2 With Spooky Menu SUMMARY In a symbiotic marketing initiative, Netflix and Wendy’s will promote the Wednesday series’ second season with themed foods. Mysterious, spicy dipping sauces will accompany the Wednesday meal, which will debut Aug. 4. U.S. Wendy’s app users also may participate in an interactive Wednesday -related game for a chance to win $10,000.

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CHICKEN SALAD CHICK GROWS IN TEXAS WITH NEW GRANBURY OPENING

International Franchise Association

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Top 5 Signs Your Startup Is Built to Die (and How to Fix it Fast)

Inc. Franchises

These lessons can turn your business around.

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Caring Senior Service of Waco owners open second location in Georgetown, Texas

International Franchise Association

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What Eagles Can Teach Us About Being Effective Business Leaders

Succeed As Your Own Boss

Now listen, I don’t just love Eagles because I’m from Philadelphia. Sure, I bleed green every football season (Fly, Eagles, Fly!), but today we’re talking about the other kind of eagle — the one with wings, razor-sharp vision, and an inspiring leadership style that business owners can actually learn a thing or two from. Eagles are brilliant creatures.

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East Coast Wings + Grill Turns Up the Heat for National Chicken Wing Day With 25-Cent Wings, Double Rewards, Flavor Frenzy Challenge, and New Brand Mascot

International Franchise Association

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How to Find and Use Force Multipliers at Work

Inc. Franchises

Hiring more people doesn’t always improve performance. Look for people who will help everyone around them do better.

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Why More Businesses Are Rethinking Their Commercial Cleaning Company

Jani-King Blog

These days, in the fast-paced world of business, keeping things clean isn’t just about looking good – it’s deeply tied to your reputation, the health and safety of everyone, and even your bottom line. With things like rising costs, changing ways of working, and higher expectations for cleanliness constantly increasing the pressure, more and more companies are really examining their current commercial cleaning setup.

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Why Gwyneth Paltrow Might Just Be Underrated as an Entrepreneur

Inc. Franchises

It’s easy to make fun of Goop’s founder. But as biographer Amy Odell discovered, Paltrow is a wellness innovator who mastered the Attention Economy, for better or worse.

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How ADT Pulse Enhances 24/7 Monitoring With Real-Time Alerts

JNA Dealer Program

In today’s connected world, home security is more than just cameras and alarms—it’s about real-time access, control, and peace of mind. That’s where ADT Pulse shines. Offering a complete security and automation solution, ADT Pulse enhances 24/7 monitoring with real-time alerts that help homeowners and business owners feel secure, informed, and in control no matter where they are.

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This Strategy ‘Nearly Killed’ Zocdoc. How the $1.8 Billion Business Became Profitable

Inc. Franchises

CEO Oliver Kharraz transformed the doctor appointment platform’s business model for the better.

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Vibe Coding Just Minted Another $100 Million-Revenue Company in Record Time

Inc. Franchises

Lovable recently became a unicorn, too. Its breakneck growth demonstrates the enthusiasm for a very promising application of AI.

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How Tech’s AI Boom Could Drive Up Small Business Costs

Inc. Franchises

A regional electrical grid operator says bids to supply power have skyrocketed 855 percent in the last two years as data centers multiply across its service area.

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AI Companies Are Adopting a 996 Work Culture. Studies Show it Actually Hurts Productivity

Inc. Franchises

In a bid to outpace Chinese rivals, some AI startups are adopting that country’s grueling 996 work schedule. But the future of work might actually lie in working less, not more.

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Don’t Blame AI For Eliminating Jobs. Blame This Instead

Inc. Franchises

AI is just a tool. Here’s why the future belongs to entrepreneurs who create with people, planet, and prosperity in mind.

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7 CEOs—and a Chief Commercial Officer—Explain How They Use AI to Do Their Jobs

Inc. Franchises

The term ‘thought partner’ comes up a lot.

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Meta Poached Its New Chief Scientist for Superintelligence From OpenAI

Inc. Franchises

Shengjia Zhao will help set the agenda for Meta’s big AI ambitions.

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Realistic Deepfakes Pose a Serious Threat to U.S. Businesses

Inc. Franchises

Creating deepfakes is getting easier than ever. Fighting back may take even more AI.