The ultimate guide to franchising : identifying and investigating the right franchise to maximize rewards and minimize risk /

"In The Ultimate Guide to Franchising, straight-shooting author Joe Mathews delivers a practical and hands-on "how-to" guide for aspiring franchisees seeking to start their own businesses. In the book, you'll explore real-life stories from the franchising trenches that illustrate...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Mathews, Joe (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Hoboken, New Jersey : Wiley, [2024]
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Part 1: what you need to know before you look at franchises
  • Introduction to franchising
  • Special advice for the first-time entrepreneur
  • Setting your north star
  • The bottom line on matching your skills and aptitudes to opportunities
  • The learning curve and lifecycle of a franchisee
  • What insiders want you to know about franchising before you invest
  • Assessing the skills and viability of a franchisor
  • The franchisor landscape in the united states
  • Understanding where franchisors are in their lifecycle and learning curve
  • Part 2: how do you find the right franchise?
  • Identifying potential franchise options
  • Overview of the typical buyer journey when acquiring a new franchise
  • Your final decision checklist.