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Informative articles to support business buyers, franchisees, and franchisors in New Jersey.

Negotiating Franchise Agreements and Letters of Intent

If You're Looking to Grow and Expand, You Should be Aware of the Leverage and Negotiation Flexibility in Franchise Agreements and Letters of Intent.

Kendall Rawls
12,149 Reads 31 Shares

Anti-Poaching Provisions Under Fire in Franchise Agreements

If you haven't already removed your anti-poaching provisions, act fast!

Jess Dance
8,244 Reads 40 Shares

It's a New World: Global Consumer Statistics and Trends

Traditional consumer marketing campaigns were planned in detail, organized and structured to reach specific groups of consumers in an orderly fashion.

Bill Edwards
10,743 Reads 12 Shares

Singularly Diverse

One thing we've learned about Greg Cutchall over the years is that when it comes to his business dealings, he never sits still.

Kerry Pipes
5,252 Reads 12 Shares

Mass Migration?: Keeping Up With Today's Social Media Trends

Social media changes so quickly that during the course of writing this column Facebook became embroiled in an international privacy scandal, was dragged before the U.S. Congress, had millions of users delete their accounts.

Adam Pierno
7,723 Reads 7 Shares

The "Nesting is Investing" Trend is Driving Demand for Home Services Franchises

Owning a house comes with a lot of maintenance responsibilities. Not everyone has the time or knowhow needed to take care of them themselves and even if they do, they may feel it is worth paying to outsource the work so they can concentrate on what matters most to them such as their family, friends, work, or hobbies.

Emma Pearson
15,029 Reads 7 Shares

The 34 Most Creative Seasonal Recruiting Hacks for 2018

You need to get an early start on seasonal hiring. Here are 34 tips for getting great job applicants.

Liz Dillon
11,949 Reads 22 Shares

If You Aren't Offering Vegan Food Options, Maybe It's Time

More restaurants are adding non-meat food protein choices to their menus.

Heather Ripley
15,027 Reads 374 Shares

Togo's Is Back!: Refreshing the 50-Year-Old Sandwich Brand

After more than 50 years of perfecting our big, fresh, and meaty sandwiches, we decided it was time for a brand refresh to ensure that everything we do, from marketing to store design, would be in line with the uniqueness and high quality of a Togo's sandwich.

Glenn Lunde
10,139 Reads 51 Shares

Community Leadership: "We Give to Get, to Give Again"

For Alexander C. Johnson, giving back to his community is part of his nature. This second-generation franchisee is now paying it forward, sharing his know-how and leadership skills with the next generation as they navigate their way through the food and hospitality industry.

Helen Bond
8,178 Reads 56 Shares

Finders and Keepers: Retaining Employees in Today's Tight Job Market

So how do we do better? Especially today, in a time when record low unemployment and rising wages are prompting employees to at least consider improving their job situation, if not downright jumping ship.

Eddy Goldberg
6,713 Reads 23 Shares

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Job Candidates Seek Functional Applications and Communication From Employers

Study Finds the Job Candidate Experience is a Critical Part of the Application and Hiring Process.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
5,690 Reads 44 Shares

FBR Survey Puts Numbers to Franchisee Satisfaction and Brand Performance

Brands with satisfied franchisees have higher unit growth, royalties, and lower turnover

Art Coley
6,033 Reads 20 Shares

Good News! - August 2018

So many good things are happening so quickly in franchising these days, it's hard to keep up (even for us!). So welcome to "Good News!" - our monthly roundup of franchise growth, finance, international expansion, milestones, and other positive news from franchisors large, medium, and emerging.

Eddy Goldberg
3,497 Reads 5 Shares

The Journey and the Promise: 2018 Franchise Consumer Marketing Conference Brings It All Back Home

The dual themes of the "customer journey" and "brand promise" dominated this year's Franchise Consumer Marketing Conference. Both played a role throughout Franchise Update's 8th annual FCMC,

Eddy Goldberg and Kerry Pipes
6,099 Reads 4 Shares

Finding Good Vendors: What to look for when building vendor relationships

Vendors play a fundamental role in running a franchise business. They're essential partners to your success.

Kerry Pipes
53,690 Reads 27 Shares

Sub Mission: Former NFL linebacker Aims for 100 Jersey Mike's

Angelo Crowell, a Jersey Mike's multi-unit franchisee, credits a sit-down with his big brother for his fast start to franchising success.

Helen Bond
17,752 Reads 82 Shares

Entrepreneur Magazine's Top 200 U.S. Franchises Growing Abroad

Entrepreneur ranks the top 200 U.S. brands looking to expand internationally

Eddy Goldberg
12,693 Reads 25 Shares

PE Firm Invests in 52 Club Planet Fitness Franchisee

Private Equity Firm Trilantic North America Invests in one of Largest Planet Fitness Franchisee Groups.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
8,398 Reads 6 Shares

Focus Brands Debuts Auntie Anne's in China, with Cinnabon Up Next

Consumers in China now have access to hand-rolled soft pretzels thanks to Auntie Anne's opening its first location in the country this summer -- and there are more to come.

Auntie Anne's
9,217 Reads 135 Shares

How Consumer Marketing Varies by Country, Culture, Economy, and Lifestyle

A look at international consumer trends by country, demographics, and more.

William Edwards
8,283 Reads 5 Shares

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Area Representative On His Way To 10 Stores

Biggby Coffee South Carolina Multi-Unit Area Developer has a Plan for Growth.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
4,540 Reads 12 Shares

Why Your Local Reputation Is Your Biggest Potential Brand Crisis

If you're not on top of all your local reviews and websites, there could be a reputation crisis looming in your future.

Afif Khoury
10,945 Reads 38 Shares

The 5 Keys To Creating a Great Franchise Brand Story

Every brand has a story - but not everyone knows how to tell it. Use these 5 tips to tell yours most effectively.

Lora Kellogg
7,270 Reads 21 Shares

Boost Your Social ROI: How Local Businesses can Succeed with Social Media

Social media has been around for more than two decades. While social media is well known today, it began humbly on a site called SixDegrees.com, which allowed users to create a profile and “friend” other users.

Shawna Ford
7,158 Reads 6 Shares

Retaining Franchise Employees

Retaining great employees is the key to success in franchising, or in any business for that matter. This is especially true in retail businesses, where your company is represented by the people who deal directly with your customers