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Blog: Let the Franchise Awards Season Begin!
Read about this year's franchise awards in Ireland and the UK, both of which are now officially open for entries. Award ceremonies are black-tie events attended by the media, significant members of the franchise industry, and government representatives.
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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…
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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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IFA Launches a Competition So Young Entrepreneurs Can Join the Franchise Industry
All the big franchises had humble beginnings. The International Franchise Association has set up the 'Young Entrepreneurs in Franchising' competition, a campaign targeting young entrepreneurs around the world and asking them to submit creative new ideas for the franchise industry.
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Here's a Quick Way to Be a Smart Franchisee
Read about 'Introduction to Franchising', the Irish Franchising Skillnet's workshop where experts teach the potential franchisee how to be a successful one. Due to take place in Dublin on 4 November 2014.
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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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How Budget 2015 Affects Franchisees in Ireland
Budget 2015 may have been the first non-austerity budget in seven years, but it did little to encourage SMEs and entrepreneurship. Learn of the changes that were made which will benefit Irish franchisees directly and indirectly.
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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.