by David Busker | Dec 26, 2024 | Franchise Education, General
About eight years ago, I finally decided enough was enough — enough red tape, enough bureaucracy, enough of not feeling like my efforts aligned with my professional success. As much as I was ready for a change and knew what I’d be walking away from, I...
by David Busker | Nov 21, 2024 | Franchise Education, General
We all know that in every industry, there are good, strong, well-managed companies, and then there are some … not so good companies. This is also true in the world of franchising. The challenge can be knowing what to keep an eye out for — especially if you are...
by David Busker | Aug 1, 2024 | Franchise Education, General
As a former franchise owner and current franchise consultant, I am frequently asked about lessons learned both from personal experience and from working with more than 800 franchise candidates over the years. Below I’ve included a few practical insights that...
by David Busker | Jul 21, 2024 | General
Consider the franchises you are most familiar with — maybe it’s a local salon, nearby restaurant or home service business. They likely have easily recognizable names and branding that you can conjure without much effort. It’s no wonder that 70 of the top...
by David Busker | May 18, 2024 | Franchise Education, General
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, “Location is everything.” When it comes to franchise businesses, this sentiment is not only true, but carefully considered and negotiated as part of the franchise agreement process. I’m talking about...
