The Franchise Blog For Vets

Advice For Would-Be Franchise Owners, Existing Franchise Owners, Franchise Executives, And Franchise Suppliers

Sometimes, you have to step outside of our own inner circle of like-minded professionals, and listen and read what others have to say about what you're trying to accomplish. Here's a collection of short franchise business advice articles for you, whether you're interested in learning more about franchise ownership, are a current franchise owner, an executive of a franchise organization,... Read more →

Free Stuff For VBO's

In addition to my role as a franchise consultant and marketer, I'm also the Community Promotions Director for the highly ranked Small Business Trends site. (You are subscribed to it, right?) Never mind. You probably don't need to stay abreast of the trends that will be affecting your own businesses... Anyway, check out the giveaways on Small Business Trends. There's... Read more →

Military Veterans; Would You Like To Start A Business?

Could this be the year that you take the plunge and start a business of your own? If so, would you like some help doing so? My friend Rieva Lesonsky’s newest e-book, Startup 101, has all the insider advice you need to take the step you’ve always dreamed of. In Startup 101, America’s favorite small-business expert, shares 101 secrets, shortcuts... Read more →

Veteran Contractors; Increase Your Sales By Doing These Two Easy Things

In this rather choppy economy, there are a couple of pretty easy things you can do to help your business gain more credibility and grow at the same time. 1. Join Angie's List 2. Become members of The BBB Here's why that's important now, according to a recent article over at Small Business Trends; Money is tight. Discretionary spending is... Read more →

Food Franchises Continue To Attract Military Veterans As Franchise Owners

Military Veterans are an interesting bunch. They live a system. Some of them can translate this "systematized" thinking into franchise ownership. According to QSR Magazine; "Understanding how to work within an established system is one of many characteristics that make veterans attractive to fast-food franchisors. Others include leadership skills, character, and a sense of urgency, say companies that have brought... Read more →