It’s no secret that franchising your way to business ownership offers many advantages for entrepreneurs. FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma has long preached that it’s easier than starting a new …

Based on what we know at FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma, launching an entrepreneurial future can be a very exciting time in your life. An opportunity to embark upon a …

Your Ability to Adapt to Change Will Benefit Your Entrepreneurial Plans   There are many qualities and characteristics that lend themselves to the pursuit of an entrepreneurial life. These include …

“The only constant in life is change.” The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said that, meaning that the passing of time always brings changes to our lives in many different ways. Were …

Every year, whenever the month of April rolls around, we marvel at the beauty of Spring’s beginning. Followed closely behind filing our annual tax returns. It’s a stressful time for …

  If you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area and happen to be interested in an entrepreneurial future, we’ve got some good news for you. You’re not alone – …

In case you hadn’t yet heard, March is a big month for female empowerment. It’s Women’s History Month and, last week on March 8, the world celebrated International Women’s Day. …

As consultants with FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma, we hear a lot of things from potential clients that demonstrate just how far the franchise industry still has to go in …

Last year was full of buzz about the “Great Resignation.” Statistically speaking, it was clearly a movement in which Americans voluntarily turned in their own two-week notices – but never …

 FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma has a well-defined mission to accomplish. Simply put, we’re franchise consultants who help entrepreneurial clients find the perfect match in a business opportunity. To us, …

 When you want to become your own boss, there are essentially three ways to do it. You can start from scratch and become an independent business owner, buy someone else’s …

As we get ready to close out the 2022 calendar year, FranNet of DFW and Oklahoma thought it might be a fun exercise to take a look at what the …

Ah, December…it’s finally here. The last month of 2022 has arrived, a time of holidays, celebrations, togetherness, and gift-giving. When it comes to gifts, most believe that it’s better to …

  FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma Blog – “Why Veterans and Franchising are a Good Match for One Another” Nov. 14, 2022   Why Veterans and Franchising are a Good …

As the month of October progresses, everything tends to get spookier and scarier wherever we turn. In the lead up to Halloween, we tend to gradually notice more and more …

For over three decades, FranNet has been helping entrepreneurs and franchisee candidates make their business ownership dreams come true. Over the years, we’ve racked up quite a few success stories …

It’s been a while since FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma spoke about the success of our very own podcast, the “Unpredicted Entrepreneur.” Hosted by owners Sara Waskow and Roxanne Rapske, …

FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma has a tip for you to follow. If you truly want to make this a “September to Remember,” then make sure to circle a couple …

For this week’s blog post from FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma, we thought we’d change things up a little bit by getting personal. We feel it’s important for our clients …

Recently we, the dynamic duo at FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma, had the pleasure of appearing on the popular, ‘Talking Confidence’ podcast, hosted by our good friend, Holly Caplan. We …

Having your job eliminated is one of the worst hardships to endure. Regardless of how it’s described — layoffs, pink slips, furloughs, or the more politically correct term, downsized, it’s …

If you’re thinking about an entrepreneurial future in Texas, you’re not alone. At least according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the agency that tracks statistics related to new business filings …

We’ve discussed the Great Resignation several times before, primarily because it’s such an intriguing phenomenon to consider. We know that the number of Americans who’ve quit their jobs in the …

Stop us if you’ve heard this one before, but has your job gotten even busier? Do you find yourself with an ever-increasing workload and a decreasing amount of time and …

On Monday, May 30, the nation will celebrate Memorial Day. Traditionally, this three-day weekend is a time of family gatherings, picnics, parades, and even fireworks. It’s known for being an …

For those considering the opportunity to launch a business of their own through franchising, it’s important to keep your finger on the pulse of our local economic indicators. Following the …

Despite the current level of concern on inflationary pressure, the U.S. economy appears robust by almost any measure. Especially considering the amount of job openings and the current unemployment rate …

As consultants with FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma, our specialty is helping entrepreneurs locate and investigate the right business opportunity through franchising. Many of our clients have shared their individual …

Welcome to April, a time when many households break out the brooms, mops, dust rags, and cleansers to participate in an annual event we loosely refer to as “Spring Cleaning.” …

Each year, our industry eagerly awaits the release of the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Economic Outlook Report. The much-anticipated predictions were made public a couple of weeks ago and FranNet …

This is a special week – and month – set aside to celebrate the women of franchising, and women in general. Tuesday, March 8 is International Women’s Day, which just …

This week, we’d like to speak with you about a resource you may not know about – America’s Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC). In North Texas, there is a Regional …

Last week, FranNet of DFW & Oklahoma posted a blog about a recent study revealing that franchise-owned businesses are worth one and a half times more than their non-franchise counterparts …

As FranNet franchise consultants, we’re constantly scouring the web in an attempt to bring you the best news and information you can use. For those North Texans with an entrepreneurial …

The pandemic has become something of a comprehensive reckoning for employers and employees alike. Never before in history has there been such introspection for both sides of the workplace equation. …

As Christmas continues its relentless march onward this year, you’re likely consumed with gift-giving activities at the moment. If you have kids, you’ll want to do your level-headed best to …

As 2021 draws to a close, we once again turn our attention to a new year. January is always a time of new possibilities, resolutions, and opportunities. That is, for …

Texas’ economic forecast looks to be bullish for 2022. A recent report, released by Texas A&M’s Texas Real Estate Research Center, tracked growth through the second quarter of 2021, and …

Since Sept. 2020, something quite interesting has occurred in the franchising industry. Call it a shift, if you will, but for the first time, the number of women making inquiries …

Chances are, you have a favorite podcast or two that you listen to on a regular basis. Perhaps it’s one about true crime. Maybe it’s one hosted by one of …

On behalf of FranNet of Dallas-Fort Worth & Oklahoma, we’d like to cordially invite you to an upcoming Lunch & Learn-style webinar you don’t want to miss! On Wednesday, Oct. …

Welcome to Part II of our double blog edition, “What to Expect When You Meet With Us”. Last week, in Part I, we covered the initial steps of our FranNet …

The chasm between employer and employee continues to widen dramatically, as more and more fed-up workers are ditching their dissatisfying jobs for the great unknown. When it comes to voluntary …

People often ask what to expect when they meet with us here at FranNet of DFW and Oklahoma. If you’re not familiar with our dynamic duo, Sara Waskow handles clients …

Click here to view a short video featuring Sara Waskow and Roxanne Rapske discussing Job Security vs. Income Security. It seems as if living under the disruption of the global …

Click here to hear Jake tell his own story! With the assistance of FranNet, Jacob Dent became the owner of a Fitness Machine Technician franchise operation in Oceanside, Calif. Below, …

Don’t look now, but we’ve just entered the month of August, famous for its “Back to School” theme. Summer is officially winding down, the vacation memories are starting to fade, …

I’m Roxanne Rapske, FranNet Consultant for Dallas, Texas, and I’d like for you to meet a former client of mine, Michael Castillo. I met Michael at one of my workshops …

It takes an entrepreneurial mindset to consider going into business for yourself. Some people have always known they’d one day be their own boss, while others end up business owners …