It goes without saying that to make a success of running your own business, you must be self- motivated. Franchisees invest in an opportunity to become independent and free of other...

Setting up a new business can be a difficult and arduous task, which is why more people who want to be their own bosses are turning to franchising instead of starting...

In March, London Olympia will once again open its doors to visitors of The British & International Franchise Exhibition. The event offers new people on their search as well as seasoned...

Look back at franchising over the last 10 years and the wider UK economy reveals just how strong the performance of the sector has been - in good times and bad....

This invaluable event offers a fantastic insight into the world of franchising, with over 100 successful franchise brands exhibitingunder one roof. Sponsored this year by leading fitness brand Anytime Fitness, the two-day...

During my 26 years in the UK franchise community, I have seen and worked with some successful franchisees who have taken on a franchisor’s concept and system and used it to...

The world of franchising is constantly expanding in size, complexity and diversity. Gone are the days when franchising only embraced fast food with high street locations. In today’s environment there are...

Your customers are constantly bombarded with marketing messages. The average consumer now receives dozens of marketing emails, is increasingly being exposed to online adverts and is being constantly targeted on their...