Leslie Kuban Articles
What you Need to Know about Choosing a Franchise Territory
When you start exploring franchising opportunities, you’re quickly going to learn that territory is going to be an important part of your research and your decision. What is Franchise Territory? …
How Long Does Opening a Franchise Actually Take?
Buying a franchise can be a great way to open a business without starting from scratch. If you’re exploring franchise opportunities, one of the questions you probably have is about …
Holiday Horror Story in My First Franchise
Updated from original publish date of December 3rd, 2015. The world has changed in many ways since this article was originally published in 2015. Still, this story remains one of …
Service at the Center of this Veteran Owned Franchise
Ron Wilder’s journey from the Army National Guard to CPA to franchise owner has always been about helping people. His desire to serve others was a strong driver in choosing …
Thriving through Covid: Brian and Ramona Long – Money Pages Franchise Owners
Brian and Ramona Long needed a Second Act for their career paths. After living and working in New England, the Longs packed up and headed down South to Kennesaw, …
Thriving through Covid: Ryan Kinsley – Monster Tree Service Owner
Ryan Kinsley and his wife, Michelle, always envisioned owning a business of their own. The journey to get there took them to a new city (Athens, GA) where they …
65 and Trying NOT to Retire
By the time most folks reach their late 50s, they’ve begun to shift their thinking towards the next chapter. In the book, Halftime, Bob Buford described this as “a …
5 Businesses to Start Now
The unwavering negative news about COVID-19, the economy, political unrest can make it hard to imagine there is any good news out there. Particularly for small businesses. But there …
June Franchise Buyers See Economic Advantages
Here at FranNet, it’s exciting to see the swell of first-time franchise owners taking opportunity by the reins. The following list showcases the diverse spread of industries where our clients …
Is a Pandemic the Right Time to Start a Business?
It just might be, says the NY Times. We’re seeing a common thread among those who achieved their goal to own their own business in the spring of 2020. It’s …
Look Who’s Saying “YES” to Franchising Now
Look Who’s Saying “YES” to Franchising Now – April 2020 You may be wondering, who would commit to starting a business in the midst of a pandemic and economic volatility? These …
2019 Franchise Buyers Review
2019 Franchise Buyers Review Earlier this year, I wrote about the growing diversity in today’s franchise buyers. It’s fascinating and wonderful to work with such varied stages of life, …
10 Industries You Probably Never Think of as Franchises
When you hear the word “franchise,” what image pops up? Most likely, it’s a fast-food chain; and, even more likely, it’s your favorite fast food. Is it time for lunch …
Family Ties
As published in the Amazon bestseller, More Than Just French Fries: 15 Business Thought Leaders Share Insights on Franchising Success. My business story started when I was five. My father …
New Dad, New Town, and New Franchise in Four Months
Michelle and Ryan Kinsley are a dynamic young couple who always envisioned themselves as business owners. They were focused on finding a business that would be right for their newly …
I Want Change…So Long As There’s No Change
I work daily with people yearning for a fresh change in their career path and their means to earning a living. They’re looking to start a business or buy a …
Millennial Moms in Franchising
Millennials may be the most debated generation in history. Statistics are readily available as experts try to predict their needs, goals, motivations and choices. While we’re busy letting our opinions …
Who’s Buying Franchise Businesses Today?
Take a minute and think about the typical franchise owner. Chances are, you’re imaging a middle-aged corporate professional looking for a change and wanting to be their own boss. Many …
Top 5 Reasons Business Owners Sell
There’s a common misconception that a business for sale must be having problems. After all, if a business was successful and thriving, why wouldn’t the owner continue to milk income …
Success as Your Own Boss Comes Down to Self-Belief
Jeff Haden, contributing editor to Inc., delivers an important message to entrepreneurial hopefuls in “14 Great Reasons to Start Your Own Business Today.” This article knocks down like dominos the …