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The Secrets of Pitching for Franchise Investment
Alan J Gibson is an expert franchise consultant, and he knows how to pitch for investment. In this article he teaches us how to persuade a bank to lend you money and, if that fails, where else to go for funding.
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Why Writing a Business Plan is Essential for Franchisees
It can be incredibly tempting to procrastinate or even dismiss writing a business plan document. But in his latest blog post, the wise and experienced franchise consultant Alan J Gibson explains why it is so important to put one together, and how to do it successfully.
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The Practical Steps to Becoming a Franchisee
In his previous article, Alan J Gibson provided us with tips on how to find the right franchise for you. 'Play to your strengths', 'look in the mirror', 'choose with your head as much as your heart'...now all that contemplation is out of the way and the franchise hath been chosen, he gets down to business and explains what the practical steps are for getting yours up and running.
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How to Find Your Ideal Franchise
Alan J Gibson is an experienced franchise consultant with The Franchising Centre. In his latest article, he gives 10 excellent tips to consider when you are faced with the daunting task of choosing the right franchise for you.
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Franchising Versus Going It Alone: The Five Types of Potential Franchisees | FranchiseDirect
Alan J Gibson, QFP, FCMI, is an experienced franchise consultant. He will be providing us with articles for the next few months, and in this one he takes a new approach to categorising potential franchisees into five different types, asking if they're suited for the task of setting up a franchise.
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Irish Franchising - A Timeline
Franchise Direct looks at the interesting history of franchising in Ireland and abroad with this timeline.
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Is Your Franchise Fit For Germany
Are you thinking about starting your own business in Germany? Read this informative article from our German website Editor to find out more about entering the franchise industry in Germany.
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Start a business in France! Click here to read the full Franchising in France article
Thinking about starting your own business in sunny France? Perhaps you have a business concept which you think will be suited to France? If so, then read this article to find out more about starting your own business in France.
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Franchise Direct Releases Its Second Annual Top 100 Global Franchises
Franchise Direct has again pooled its extensive knowledge of global franchising to compile a list of the world’s best franchises. According to the second annual list of the Top 100 Global Franchises, international franchising has gotten both more profitable and diverse throughout 2009 -2010.
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Resources for Irish Mothers in Business
Getting into business by yourself always has the potential to be daunting, however as a strong Irish woman, along with the right business skills and know how, the world in your oyster in terms of potential for success!
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Great ways to start a home improvement franchise business
Home improvement franchise businesses are thriving! Instead of buying bigger and better homes, people in Ireland are choosing to keep their homes and make improvements. With the home buying industry suffering through a credit crunch, home improvement businesses are seeing an uptick in the number of customers that want major renovations or minor projects to make their houses a more pleasant place to live.
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How to start a home services franchise business
Homeowners constantly require services to keep their homes running smoothly. This includes cleaning services, such as home cleaning, window cleaning, furniture cleaning and carpet cleaning, as well as plumbing services, electrical services and locksmith services. Lawn care services are also a huge factor in maintaining one’s home.