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Read This Before Meeting a Franchisor
Thinking about buying a franchise? You should meet the franchisor—and you should know exactly how to approach that meeting—to ensure you're making the right decision.
10+ min |
Startups - Summer 2025
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A Very Profitable Work Ethic
How do you run a brand's highest-grossing franchise location? This former cop has an answer: Get your hands dirty.
1 min |
Startups - Summer 2025
Entrepreneur US
The 10 Hottest Trends in Franchising
Want to buy a business in a booming space? Here's where to start your search—and more than 400 brands to consider.
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Startups - Summer 2025
Entrepreneur US
What Are a Franchisee's Roles and Responsibilities?
If you're going to be a franchisee, you should know exactly what's expected of you.
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May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
Franchising Is the Backbone of Entrepreneurship
This year, the franchise industry is on pace to outperform the U.S. economy. Here's why.
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May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
If You Can Do Better, Then Buy It!
Ever see a struggling business and think, I could do that better? That's why Jason Stucky bought his first franchise. Then the real business education began.
2 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
TOP AI 50 TOOLS
We assembled a panel of experts and asked: What are the top 50 tools to make entrepreneurs smarter, faster, and stronger? These were their answers.
5 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
'People Like People More Than Brands'
Angie Hicks has been the face of Angie's List (now called Angi) for 30 years. It's not a role she wanted, but she knows how important it is.
5 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
The Untapped Power of Partners
When things go wrong, your partners can help in ways you don't expect. ReachTV founder Lynnwood Bibbens learned that in a big way.
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May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
What Does Franchise Ownership Cost?
Franchising costs money. Here's what everything means.
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May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
How Do You Finance a Franchise?
Some franchises offer in-house financing, an easy solution for cash flow woes. But it’s worth taking a close look to make sure it’s the right choice for you.
2 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
AI JUST CHANGED YOUR GO-TO-MARKET STRATEGY
How to take a product to market, and then 10x the results using AI.
10+ min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
Even Historic Businesses Have to Change
I run an almost 60-year-old restaurant in the U.S. capital. But I've learned that even if your business has a historic legacy, no one can escape evolving with the times.
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May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
Why Nobody Buys Your Amazing Product
What if you're selling something you know people will want, but it takes some explaining? As founder Jamie Mitri learned, you must find customers who are ready to listen.
2 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
When You Cannot Fail
Orhan Veli arrived in the U.S. as a child refugee. Today, he’s the No. 1 Saladworks franchisee. His secret? Supporting his people.
2 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
'I Really Messed Up...'
Every month, my employees gather to talk about their biggest mistakes. Here's how that's made us more successful.
3 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
The Perfect Employee
What makes for a truly standout team member? We asked six leaders to share the most valuable trait they look for in a hire, and how to know if a candidate has it.
2 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
Why Change Careers and Open a Franchise?
Here are five reasons why franchise ownership could be the right fit for you.
2 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
Do Consumers Still Care About Sustainability?
They say they do, but they're not always spending that way. Here's why-and what sustainability-focused entrepreneurs can do about it.
2 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
WHAT AI IS ACTUALLY GOOD FOR ACCORDING TO SCIENCE
New research reveals Al's strengths-and limitations.
9 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
Tech for Your Toughest Jobs
Make life easy, so that you can also make your deadlines. Emmy Award winner Mario Armstrong has modern tech to help streamline your day.
2 min |
May - June 2025
Entrepreneur US
THE BIGGEST MISTAKES THAT STARTUPS MAKE
The path forward is hard, so learn from where others have fallen. This is a list of very hard-won lessons.
10+ min |
Startups - Spring 2025
Entrepreneur US
Nobody Cares What You Want...
...unless you speak up and tell them! That's how this franchisee became a CEO, and then transformed herself into a true leader.
2 min |
Startups - Spring 2025
Entrepreneur US
Build Your Money Machine
A franchise isn't just a franchise. It should be a Money Machine, creating profit even while you're out of the office. Here's how.
10 min |
Startups - Spring 2025
Entrepreneur US
His Schools Drove $7.5 Million in a Year
Jason Skidmore didn't have an education degree. Here's how he thrived as an education franchisee anyway.
1 min |
Startups - Spring 2025
Entrepreneur US
Want to Buy a Low-Cost Franchise? These Are The Top 300!
On this list, find a franchise for anywhere from $2,000 to $150,000.
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Startups - Spring 2025
Entrepreneur US
Does This Deal Taste Good?
There are a lot of franchise restaurants. So how do you know which ones are worth buying? This restaurant veteran says it’s all about average unit volume—and here's why.
2 min |
Startups - Spring 2025
Entrepreneur US
SPEEDY GROWTH KILLED MY STARTUP
We seemed to be rocking it—lots of press, major partnerships. Then we learned the harsh consequences of overlooking our customers.
2 min |
Startups - Spring 2025
Entrepreneur US
'The Best Marketing Dollars I've Ever Spent'
Great marketing doesn't require huge budgets. We asked franchisees and franchisors to share their best marketing ROl—and their stories (on the following pages) will inspire you.
4 min |
Startups - Spring 2025
Entrepreneur US
You Should Give Ideas Away
Don't be overly protective of your ideas. When you make them free, the ROI is huge.
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