This article was written by Pip Wilkins, CEO of the British Franchise Association (bfa), explaining what it takes to be a successful female franchisee. It has been over 50 years since the ladies of Dagenham threw down their tools at
So you’re starting a franchise. It’s a significant investment – of your time, your energy. But should you put your cold hard cash behind it too? Or is it better to borrow to fund your future? It is surprisingly common
The Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100) is delighted to announce the Top 100 Franchisors list 2023 which celebrates the best franchises in Britain. With the franchising industry continuing to drive economic growth across the nation, over 700,000* people are currently
Why should you value your business before selling It might surprise you to know that the majority of small business owners have very little idea of what their businesses are worth. But then – do you know how much yours is worth? It is definitely worth
So you’re thinking about selling your franchise. The good news is, all the positive reasons you got into the franchise game are still true! Franchises are always a desirable sale, due to the broader organisational support, and the structures already
Have you considered franchise opportunities? Research indicates that one in five UK adults would like to start their own business. There is a multitude of reasons why. From the desire to pursue a passion, to want to provide a
McDonald’s – we’re all Lovin’ It. It’s a globally recognised mega-brand. One of the most successful fast-food restaurants ever devised. Its format has been replicated in 118 countries with, at the time of writing, 38,000 outlets worldwide. And it’s probably
If you’ve spent a bit of time exploring the world of business, then you’ve heard of franchising. Its a popular approach to getting into business for yourself, with advantages for you as the owner, for the broader franchising organisation, and
Raising finance for your business isn’t always straightforward. The days where you could walk into a bank and walk out with a suitcase of cash are long gone. As are the days of having your own dedicated bank manager, who