by Diane Pleuss | Jul 1, 2016 | Entrepreneurial Spirit, Uncategorized
In my 12 years as a Franchise Consultant, I have had the privilege of helping many people become highly successful franchise business owners. They have come from a variety of backgrounds with many different goals for their business. Despite their differences, there is...
by Diane Pleuss | Nov 2, 2015 | Entrepreneurial Spirit
Do you know a veteran or someone about to be discharged from military service? Many are wondering where their next career opportunity will lead. Did you know that many veterans are now entrepreneurs, thanks to the myriad of options in the world of franchising?...
by Diane Pleuss | Apr 30, 2015 | Entrepreneurial Spirit
As you know, the economy is continuing to improve, which is very encouraging. If you and your current career are not part of the improvement, however, it’s easy to feel discouraged. Do you have valid work experience, but just can’t seem to move up or...
by Diane Pleuss | Mar 19, 2015 | Entrepreneurial Spirit
No matter what part of the country you live in, spring is always a welcome sign of winter’s end and new life beginning. Having grown up on a farm in the Midwest, this is the time we would lay the groundwork for the rest of the year. It’s a concept that...
by Diane Pleuss | Feb 14, 2015 | Entrepreneurial Spirit
Gotta love it…or do you? It’s Valentine’s Day, and you’ve heard it said often about relationships: sometimes love is not enough. When the passion wears off, there had better be something more to sustain you for the duration. I think the same can be said...
by Diane Pleuss | Feb 9, 2015 | Entrepreneurial Spirit
Lending is back! A franchise investigation is an exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) process. There are several items to consider when deciding to become a business owner – a funding strategy is often at the top of that list. For folks who have never pursued...
