Florida-Bound: No Shortcuts

Florida-Bound: No Shortcuts

The 60th annual convention of the International Franchise Association will be held Feb. 8-11 in Orlando, and I’ll be among the more than 4,000 attendees. The event provides opportunities for the franchising community to network in both business development and...
Man’s Best Friend a Boon to Franchising

Man’s Best Friend a Boon to Franchising

“Pets give us purpose, responsibility, a reason for getting up in the morning, and a reason to look to the future. …Pets are our seat belts on the emotional roller coaster of life – they can be trusted, they keep us safe, and they sure do smooth out the ride.”...
The Next Big Thing (May Be Right Around the Corner!)

The Next Big Thing (May Be Right Around the Corner!)

As the former president and director of operations for Ellipse Fitness, it’s no secret that I like to exercise. And, as you can probably guess, I’m a bit of a workout snob. I’m the first person to say that the best workout is the one you’ll stick with, and...
Help Is a Phone Call Away

Help Is a Phone Call Away

A recent Harris Poll survey of 1,300 millennial homeowners (ages 18-34) found 42 percent of those surveyed were embarrassed by their lack of home maintenance knowledge. That’s likely one of the reasons why the home services category of franchising is thriving. The...