In a recent study carried out by PricewaterhouseCoopers in association with the International Franchise Association (March 2007) - it reported how the franchising industry is growing faster and provides more employment in all industry sectors compared to independent business sectors in operation within the US economy.
“Franchising grew by 18% in 2001-2005 creating 1.2 million jobs“. (IFA Insider) This is a huge result and shows just how effective franchising can be as a business system achieving huge success and earning potential for all parties involved.
In the second part of this study (600 page document) the importance and growth of business services franchises was revealed to be much stronger compared to the product distribution franchise industry- growing at annual rate of 5.7% between 2001 and 2005, while the number of product-distribution franchises declined by 1.7% every year since 2005. (IFA)
Product distribution franchises sell a franchisor’s products and services in supplier-dealer relationships- examples are gas stations, automotive dealerships and drinks distributors. While business services franchises consist of the following categories:
These business services franchises operate their business in accordance with a franchisor’s operations manual and preferred business systems.
Business services franchises are the fastest growing franchise industry sector than any other industry sector according to this recent survey.
Click on the link provided here to view some of Franchise Direct’s top business services franchises and get in on this thriving industry…
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The sheer numbers attending talent shows such as X-Factor and Pop Idol are anything to go by then more and more people are becoming gripped with becoming music stars and musicians- and for the lucky few this dream becomes a reality- Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Carrie Underwood, David Cook and many more.
By the same token it is becoming increasingly difficult to break into the thriving music and entertainment industry because there is very limited “lucky breaks” for individuals and you not only need to have the natural talent but also music lessons, voice coaching, lifestyle coaching and dancing lessons to prepare an individual for the music industry. The earlier you get this training the better chance you have of breaking into the music industry.
Therefore for someone hoping to break into the music industry either as a musician or vocal artist it is best to practice and get into regular training when children are young and interested and work up a few year’s experience before attempting to break into the music industry.
How can you do this? Easy! There are hundreds of general interest music franchises built up around the demand for music lessons, vocal and theatrical coaching, fitness dancing classes and much more for young children and adults.
These are the places where young people can thrive and learn about music and dancing before leaving high school. Most music franchises have lots to offer and on a budget, making it easier than ever before for wannabe music starts to prepare for entry into the music industry.
Start training now!
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The priciest burger in the world costing a patron no more than $175 dollars can be bought at The Wall Street Burger Shoppe!! Despite the recent worries of an economic downturn, the proprietors of The Wall Street Burger Shoppe say sales for their whooping burger is consistent and in fact during times of economic trouble, patrons actually love to comfort eat, despite the price! Apparently there is always a market for luxury….
RICHARD NOUVEAU BURGER. $175
Prime Kobe beef, grilled and topped with aged gruyere, shaved
black truff les, foie gras and golden truff le mayonnaise
Source: Daily News
Credits: Mendez Mayita
What do you think of the fabulous gold-leaf burger for sale at $175? Would you buy it? Let me know and share your comments with the rest of us franchise bloggers out there!
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If you ever wondered if franchising is worth its weight in gold then you just need to ask founder of Pet Butler pet franchise Matt Boswell! Matt Boswell sold his franchise territories in Dallas-Fort Worth for a cool $1.2 million dollars to business man Mark Hammell.
Pet Butler is America’s most recgonized pet waste clean-up and removal services franchise with over 20 years excellence in business. Now that truly is a franchise success story worth investing in…
Matt Boswell founded the Dallas-Fort Worth franchise territory in 1998, creating a recognisable and trusted brand amongst consumers who wanted to remove pet waste from residential, consumer and business areas.
Pet Butler became the leader in the pet waste cleaning industry since 1998, building a strong brand and business model with over 27 individual franchises cleaning up after 5,000 dogs every week.
Boswell sold his franchise territory because he wanted to focus on corporate initiatives and growing the company’s franchise operations in North America, and I reckon he’ll be a huge success there too cleaning up big time!
For more informtation about Pet Butler and its pet franchise opportunity and the prospect of you opening a Pet Bulter franchise in your area, click on the link provided…
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Last week VetFran added another member to its organization with the addition of Schlotsky’s sandwich bar franchise- becoming VetFran’s 300th member. In joining VetFran’s “Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative” the IFA’s program to help U.S. military veterans invest in their own business Schlotsky’s sandwich franchise has reduced its normal allocated franchise fee of $30,000 to $20,000 for qualified veterans.
Other franchise and business opportunities that have also joined VetFran are the following:
Veterans Discount
AAMCO $8,000 taken off the initial fee of $31,500.
CareersUSA 10% off our Franchise Fee
CartridgeWorld 15% discount on our franchise fee.
Express Employment Professionals 25% reduction in our franchisee fee
FiltaFry 10% discount on the territory fee.
Kiddie Academy $25,000 Discount
Little Caesar’s Benefit: Value approximately $10,000 - $68,000
Liberty Tax Franchising Fee: $17,000 to $34,000
Snelling Staffing Services 25% off the $25,000 franchise fee
Two Men and a Truck 10% discount off the current Franchise Fee.
and more…
If you would like to view the rest of VetFran’s 300 franchise members please click on the link provided for more info.
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