Are you curious to learn if Franchises are more than just a revenue source for you and your family? Take a look at these three brands that have been working hard to raise funds for Hurricane Victims this Summer. 

Club Pilates: Participating Club Pilates studios hosted relief classes Saturday, September 9, and Sunday, September 10, in a partnership with TPG Growth. Classes were held with a suggested $10 donation per class. Club Pilates Corporate is matching the total funds raised by local studios and franchise owners across the network, and will donate the collective proceeds to the American Red Cross.

CycleBar: CycleBar studios across the country are hosting charity rides to raise funds for hurricane relief efforts. In addition, the company will be selling “We Ride with Texas” baseball hats and shirts, and a portion of each sale will be added to the studio’s donation funds. CycleBar has a goal of raising $100,000 between the rides and merchandise sales.

Dogtopia: Fundraising is taking place in all Dogtopia locations, and its corporate office will be matching each store’s contribution dollar-for-dollar up to $15,000. The proceeds raised will be split between the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund and S.A.V.E. Rescue Coalition, a nonprofit consisting of 100 percent volunteer efforts that reunites dogs lost in the hurricane to their families.

These three are just a few of the dozens of franchises that are bringing aid to Harvey, Irma and Maria victims. I just happen to know people in these  franchises who are actively giving back through their businesses. 

It's not rocket science, and you CAN be a difference-maker while owning a franchise. These owners are make a world of difference to those they are touching. If you want to be a part of real solutions in times of crisis, consider using your business to impact your community in big ways. 

Contact me to talk about which business is right for you: 630-779-1573

make an appointment and I'll send you a free copy of Frantrepreneur: Basic Franchise info for the Mildly Curious. 

Franchise Insider #32 : Medical Industry Franchises

 Franchise Insider  #32

Medical Industry Franchises

Yes, the medical industry is NOT just for physicians and nurses! You CAN be involved in helping people with their aches, pains, weight loss, Diabetes, high blood pressure, broken bones... and it's not MLM sketchy pills, liquids, or oils. It's real medical franchise opportunities from which business minded people can own, manage and build equity. In fact, many physicians are investing in this avenue of income as they see the roads of independent practices going by the wayside. ( They are the smart, forward-thinking physicians!) 

With most of the medical industry franchise models, you will be investing heavily up front for a brick and mortar location, and  equipping those facilities. You will be paying salaried PAs, nurses, nurses assistants, receptionists. However, some have a very bare-bones staff and are only open during business hours. It all depends on what kind of medical industry you are interested in providing.

A day in the life of a franchisee will be mainly managing in a semi-absentee capacity. You'll network with physicians, nurses, hospitals, the public. You'll sponsor community events. You'll also be doing a fair amount of educating the public regarding your existence, your services, how the public can save money  on their medical bills by using you services, and get the kind of care and service they deserve! You'll need management skills, not medical skills. Your C-level executive skills will be your best asset.

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

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This is the chance you've been waiting for. 

The HOW, the WHY, the WHO. 

It's time to open  your door to your opportunity 

TODAY 

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FRANCHISE-INSIDER: FranchiseInsider #31:

FRANCHISE-INSIDER: FranchiseInsider  #31:: CANDY SPILL   #31 Storage Just One More Franchise Opportunity (that you probably didn't know you c...

FranchiseInsider #31: Storage

Franchise Insider  #31

Storage

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

Yup. I said STORAGE. The President of Home Depot stated just this month in June that he sees storage as the up and coming huge money-maker of the near future. Why? Boomers are down-sizing, Millenials are moving....a lot! Everyone is going to college, and we are changing our environment constantly. That means, we have to have a place to temporarily store our stuff. Yes, he also said it was boring. But he likes boring and so do I. Stable, repeatable, straight forward, few moving parts and needed wherever there are people who like their stuff.


Owning a storage franchise model means you are going to be investing heavily up front. Lots of high assets are required: trucks or vans, storage units (100), property, warehouse. All up front. But after you are up and running you are set for a very long time. This business requires few employees, a small amount of marketing, some creative thinking (remember, college students need storage as much as the elderly- how do you market to both effectively?) Doing this on your own is one way to do it ( not smart). Going the franchised business route is the BEST way. Why? because the marketing makes the brand and the brand brings in the business. You wont' be sorry to have the 'heavy lifting' done for you. It's well worth going with a group that is aggressively 'moving' people in your direction. Ha!

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

contact me to learn more or to explore any of the other options

FRANCHISE-INSIDER: #30 One-Of-A-Kind-Never-Been-Done-Be...

FRANCHISE-INSIDER:   #30  One-Of-A-Kind-Never-Been-Done-Be...: CANDY SPILL   #30   One-Of-A-Kind-Never-Been-Done-Before Just One More Franchise Opportunity (that you pro...

Franchise INsider #30 : One-of-a-Kind

Franchise Insider   #30

One-Of-A-Kind-Never-Been-Done-Before

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

Just when you think everything's been done, a franchisor comes up with something totally unique. Well, it might not be "Jetsons-space-age-calliber", but it's usually a new way of doing something better and smarter.


Owning a One-of-a-Kind-Never-Been-Done-Before franchise model means you are going to be what is known as an "early adopter." You might even be the first of your kind. You're #1 job will be building the brand name. Your #2 job will be being very successful and working hard for it. Your #3 job will be working closely with the franchisor to help develop a signature business model. do you have it in you? 

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

contact me to learn more or to explore any of the other options.

Franchise Insider #28:Niche and Boutique Gyms

Franchise Insider  #28

Niche and Boutique Gyms

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

OK. These are all the rage. Cycling, Yoga, Pilates, One-on-One Personal coaching, Boxing, High-Intensity-Interval-Training.... Pick your favorite and you can have a thriving business in it. 
The Big Box crushed the little work-out gyms of their day. The 24-hour aspect, the shopping mall feel. But now, the healthy people who work out are actually choosing to use several smaller specialized and boutique gyms to satisfy their exercise needs. Why? They like the personal treatment, the professional classes, and all the perks that come with the boutique-style work out. 


Owning a boutique or specialized gym is lots of fun. You help people get healthy, you see their results, you get to work out, too! The job of the owner is to market effectively to bring in the clients, of course. But the marketing strategy for boutique and specialized gyms is different today that it was in Jack Lelains' day ( if you don't remember him, Google him, the first and greatest exercise nut of all time!) You'll be raising funds for charities, networking with corporation leaders, speaking to not only your niche market, but those who are just curious as well.  Boutique and Niche are very different from the big box One-size-fits-all mentality and you'll have fun sharing your vision with your community.

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

contact me to learn more or to explore any of the other options.

FRANCHISE-INSIDER: FranchiseInsider #27: B2B Consulting/T...

FRANCHISE-INSIDER: FranchiseInsider #27: B2B Consulting/T...: CANDY SPILL   #27 Business-to-Business Consulting & Training Just One More Franchise Opportunit...

FranchiseInsider #27: B2B Consulting/Training

Franchise Insider   #27

Business-to-Business Consulting & Training

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

You might think that all your business acumen will make owning a consulting business easy, and that your clients will just line up outside your door for you services. 

WRONG. While you may be fantastic as what you do, (and congratulations for building your career as far as you have, on your own!)you won't start out with the reputation, or the name recognition that will allow you to start really strong.

That does NOT mean you should not go into B2B Consulting and Training.  It means you need a vehicle through which you utilize your skills and get the marketing boost you need to truly thrive. Brand Name, recognizable training that has a global reputation, are the vehicles you want working for you. That way you can  put your energy and your skills to productive work immediately and start seeing fast success. 

Marketing, technology, curriculum, backed funding (for financial services) all support your business, allowing you to be the face of your business, the talent of your business, the true commodity.  

Owning a B2B Consulting/Training or funding business is not for the faint of heart. While you are supported, you still need to get your clients. Getting your clients is significantly easier when you are presenting your services backed by a recognized brand name and not just Joe-Schmo who used to work at yadda-yadda Inc. (right?)  

For some consulting franchises you'll be trained in their curriculum and training style. You'll train individuals, you'll train teams,  you'll train entire companies- it all depends on how big you want to go. 

Others, you'll be trained in how to run a round-table support groups. Small business owners meet monthly and you facilitate their discussion topics. You also do one-on-one consulting, and training with each round-table member.  

A Business Financing Business takes a lot of financial backing. Some franchises match your investment, others discount, some do factoring. 

Whatever franchise you invest your time with, you'll be the face, you'll get your clients, you'll reap the benefits. Not all B2B services are home-based, no-employee models, but many are. With some you'll build a team and mange them. It all depends on what YOU want, and how you see yourself in your new role as a B2B consultant.

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A franchise isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

contact me to learn more or to explore any other options

FRANCHISE-INSIDER: FranchiseInsider #25: RETAIL

FRANCHISE-INSIDER: FranchiseInsider  #25: RETAIL: CANDY SPILL   #25 RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES Just One More Franchise Opportunity (that you probably didn't know you...

FranchiseInsider #25: RETAIL

Franchise Insider    #25

RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

Contrary to what you've heard, retail opportunities are NOT dead. Not if you invest in the right retail opportunity, that is. 

While it's true that Amazon is eating up retail opportunities like PacMan, there are still some safe-havens for the retail platform. One just has to know which products are PacMan...er...Amazon resistant. Most retail opportunities that have staying power are the ones that require a hands-on experience, or expertise in consulting before purchasing. Some products are simply not "online freindly", and most service industries require retail hours to be successful. Used clothing, or re-purposing clothing is such an industry. Health products and services like massages, beauty services are retail hour dependent. While inventory is part of the retail experience,the concept has changed dramatically. Many retail franchises have moved to the  'sample-then-order' model, where the store is an experience in service and the product is special ordered for the customer. Low inventory, specific inventory,  coupled with extraordinary personal attention is becoming the way retail thrives. Sure, there will always be the 'dollar store' experience, but there are lots of people who still want the high-end service for high-end products experience. 

Owning a retail franchise is often a semi-absentee ownership opportunity, which means you will be hiring a manager to manage the store, and will be paying a few employees F/T salaries and  several employees P/T hourly wages.

Your biggest asset, after choosing the product you provide will be the service you offer. You are creating experience, now, more than inventory.

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

contact me to learn more or to explore any of the other opportunities

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Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider #24: Moving & Recyclin...

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider  #24: Moving & Recyclin...: CANDY SPILL   #24 MOVING and RECYCLING Just One More Franchise Opportunity (that you probab...

FranchiseInsider #24: Moving & Recycling

Franchise Insider  #24

MOVING and RECYCLING

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

I know this one will surprise you. Moving and Recycling touches everyone's lives. 

• Do you know of someone who has parents or grandparents who needs to downsize or is moving into a Senior-Care facility? They need a moving and recycling  service.  
• Do you know someone who is simply downsizing? They need a moving and recycling service. 
• Do you have large items you want to donate?  
• Do you have extra stuff that needs to go into storage? 
• Do you have a college student going or coming from their present digs? They need a moving and recycling service!  
• Do you get it? It's everywhere!

And now, every respectable moving franchise is in the business of recycling. The less that goes into a land-fill, the better for everyone. These franchises have agreements with local recycling, donation companies, etc to make it easy for them to care for the earth as well as their customers. 
Ever seen an episode of Hoarders? Then you know how much business there is for movers and recycle-rs.  But the local Joe-business can't do it as well a a franchised business. Professionals do it right, do it fast, and make more money.

As the franchisee of a Mover and Recycling franchise you manage the team, you network with all sorts of people, and you feel good the whole time as you take care of our planet as well as take care of our customers. 

What's involved? Wrapped moving vehicles, a team of 4 on each vehicle and high customer satisfaction service. If you are great with people of all ages, love to be a help to others and want to mentor a team of young adults, this is the franchise niche for you. 

Executive owners need apply- it's for those who want to build a steady, solid, community-service business.

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

contact me to learn more or to explore any of the other opportunities

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider #23: B2B Consulting

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider  #22: B2B Consulting:    #22 B2B Consulting Just One More Franchise Opportunity (that you probably didn't kn...

FranchiseInsider #22: B2B Consulting

Franchise Insider  #22

B2B Consulting

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

B2B ( Business-to-Business) Consulting. You've been in corporate forever - you know how it works. Now you want to own your own business, but stay in that B2B niche. Why? Because that's where your circle of influence is. You've built up a strong reputation, you have name recognition and, you are really great with business people in the business environment. Can you own your own small business in and amongst the sharks? You bet! 
But
There's a trap. 
If you think you can be successful by just hanging a shingle outside your front door and be an independent consultant, know that you are 1 in a million, you are no different from the guy living right next door.  It's a tough row to hoe and 90% of these consultants have failed by year 5. Then, they are back looking for a J.O.B. with a 5 yr. gap in their resume. Not a good plan. 
But, if you hitch your skills to a name brand, a company that has been consulting with businesses for decades, and you train exclusively to bring their successful strategies to corporations, you'll be busy. You'll use your honed skill set and won't be wasting time designing your personal website, writing curriculum from scratch, making copies, or competing for the same business that your neighbor is pursuing.  If you claim to be a savvy, smart business leader, act like one! Make smart choices from the start.

As the franchisee of a B2B Consulting firm you'll be networking, meeting with corporate leaders. You could be  training corporate employees, consulting with the owners of small to medium business owners, leading seminars or doing one-on-one examination of a business owners' leadership practices. 

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

contact me to learn more or to explore any of the other options

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider #22: B2B Cleaning Ser...

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider #21: B2B Cleaning Ser...:   #21 B2B Cleaning Services Just One More Franchise Opportunity (that you probably didn't know ...

FranchiseInsider #21: B2B Cleaning Services

Franchise Insider  #21

B2B Cleaning Services

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

B2B ( Business-to-Business) Cleaning Service Industry is one of the hidden gems that very few people think about, very few people notice, and even fewer consider to be something they'd follow through with. Why? Because cleaning toilets and replacing the soap in soap dispensers just isn't sexy....Or is it? 
This is one of THE BIGGEST moola-making franchise industries out there. If you are fortunate enough to land a territory (or two) in this industry, you can pat yourself on the back and watch your friends and family drool with envy. Not because you clean toilets-you don't- but because you have harnessed the glory of franchising so simply.  

As the franchisee of a B2B Corporate cleaning service your role is as the C-level executive. You never don a toilet brush. no. You get contracts-huge contracts. Your hire managers, you manage the mangers and  build your empire of corporate business buildings.  Repeat business, recessions can't touch this industry, low overhead, low inventory, high margins...this is IT

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

Contact me for more info or to explore any of the other options

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider #21: Direct Marketing...

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider  #20: Direct Marketing...:    #20 Direct Marketing and Advertising Just One More Franchise Opportunity (that you probably didn&#3...

FranchiseInsider Spill #20: Direct Marketing

Franchise Insider   #20

Direct Marketing and Advertising

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

Just when you thought you had to cram into a big corporation to use your marketing skills, a franchise opportunity shows up on my blog! 
Yup. A franchise that works with small  to medium businesses to help them grow their businesses through social media, SEO, direct mail. Your services not only reach the customers the business wants to reach, but provides valuable feedback to the business on how to tweak their marketing, how to grow their base and  draw new customers in.

As the franchisee of a Direct Marketing Franchise you meet with small business owners, discuss their needs, help them select the best methods for outreach, and provide the services they need with printed materials, mailings, Internet outreach, posts, technology. You have the full support of the home office that creates direct mailing materials, creates websites, etc. Your biggest asset is your shining personality. If you love to work B2B and work with small business owners, this is your wheelhouse franchise industry. You can be a one-person company, or build a team of go-getters that can transform your city's economy and grow the businesses in it. 

This is a home-based business, so SAHMs, DAHMs, this is a great opportunity for you! 

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

contact me to learn more or to explore any of the other options

'NUF SAID

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider #19: Home Improvement...

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider  #19: Home Improvement...:    #19 Home Improvement Services Just One More Franchise Opportunity (that you probably didn't know ...

FranchiseInsider #19: Home Improvement Services

Franchise Insider    #19

Home Improvement Services

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

Painting, bath and kitchen updates, cabinets, flooring, window cleaning, deck cleaning, blinds, carpet cleaning, floor refinishing, just look around your  home and there's a franchise that addresses repairing or updating everything in and around it.But you need to understand that these franchise models are NOT looking for technicians or handymen. they are looking for executive owners: leaders, masterminds who can build a team, connect with the customers, and run a LARGE business. You aren't competing with painter John from down the road. With the Home Improvement franchise niche the widget almost doesn't matter. It's the execution of the system, the leadership that matters. 

As the franchisee of a home improvement business, you'll be hiring technicians, training them in the system that is related to the brand name, scheduling work and meeting customers. These franchises are often home-based with no visibility apart form the trucks and vehicle-wraps you invest in, so SEO has to be strong and quality of work has to be stellar. You'll be networking with Business-to-business contacts as well as your everyday consumer, so you actually ARE the best example of the brand. Many of these types of franchises can  often be built up to be run semi-absentee, so once you have the doors open and have hired an excellent manager and staff, you are on your way!

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

Contact me to learn more or to explore any of the other options.

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider #20: Retail Services

Franchise Insider: FranchiseInsider  #20: Retail Services: FranchiseInsider  #20: Retail Servcies CANDY SPILL   #20 Retail Services! Just One More Franchise Oppo...

FranchiseInsider #20: Retail Services

Franchise Insider  #20

Retail Services!

Just One More Franchise Opportunity
(that you probably didn't know you could own) 

We pass these franchises daily and don't give them a thought...until we need them. Need a battery? Did your phone-screen break? Need a new keyboard for you laptop? How about a screen-repair for your back door? Do you need to send a package? How about just need an envelope or a photo for your passport? When you need them, you expect them to be nearby and ready to serve. Everyone knows about them and uses them, but few know that these kinds of retail services are really franchises. 

As the franchisee of a retail service business, you'll be hiring, training, scheduling and creating marketing materials. These franchises require large Class A retail space that has good foot traffic and good visibility from the road. You'll be networking with Business-to-business contacts as well as your everyday consumer. With just a few employees you can run a postal serve, with a large  group of employees you can run a hardware business. All of these types of franchises are designed to be run semi-absentee, so once you have the doors open and have hired an excellent manager and staff, you are on your way!

It's not rocket science to own your own business. It's just different from the masses. A great business isn't for everyone, but it might be for you...

Contact me to learn more  or to explore any of the other options.