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Franchises vs. Business Opportunities
Business opportunities and franchises are two ways to open a business without having to start from scratch. While they are similar, they have distinct differences that should be acknowledged.
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Assessing Yourself
Recognising your true abilities, natural preferences, and real limitations is the first step to success in any type of business. By having some clear direction as to your goals, you’ll have a better idea of the most realistic way to succeed.
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Finding Franchise Opportunities
With so many options, it can be hard to narrow your options to a short list of possibilities. The internet is a good place to start your research.
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Franchise Statistics for the European Union
Franchising in Europe in on track for continuing positive growth. The 28 nations that comprise the European Union represent a single market of more than 500 million consumers.
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Methodology Franchise Top 500
Franchise Direct has identified the Top 500 biggest franchise opportunities operating across Europe. This year's list is based on the number of units the franchise currently operates in Europe.
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European Franchising – Trends and Developments
The franchise industry in the European Union has tremendous growth possibilities. With over 500 million consumers in 28 nations, many franchisor companies worldwide, especially U.S. businesses, are eager to expand franchise units into Europe.
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European Franchise Federation
The European Franchise Federation (www.eff-franchise.com) is a non-profit international organisation that represents, promotes and defends the interests and development of franchising in Europe. The EFF was founded in 1972, and its headquarters are in Brussels.
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Franchising in Europe: Past, Present and Future
Although franchising is mistakenly thought to be twentieth century innovation, the concept has its first beginnings in the European feudal systems of the middle ages.
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How Has McDonald's Been So Successful for So Long?
Franchise Direct's McDonald's report explains the origins of success for one of the world's most beloved franchises. The Golden Arches is the template for any franchise seeking to expand and this exclusive report breaks down how this food franchise became so influential.
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McDonald's history timeline
McDonald's is one of the leading franchise brands in the world. This Franchise Direct infographic outlines the history of the food franchise.
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Stick to That New Year's Resolution and Start Your Own Business
Alan J Gibson, QFP, FCMI, has provided us with wise and informative articles over the last six months, and ends now with tips on how to ensure that you stick to your new year's resolution of going through the process of becoming a franchisee.
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Analyse the Franchise Agreement
You've done your research, and you feel ready to sign the 'franchise agreement'. But what is the franchise agreement and what clauses should be covered within the document? Find answers here…