Greener Pastures

Greener Pastures

We’ve all heard that phrase, looking for greener pastures. In the world of work, employees have taken it to heart, over the last year or so. During the Great Resignation, millions of employees went in search of greener pastures. For some, that meant looking for work...
Plenty of Gas Left in the Tank

Plenty of Gas Left in the Tank

Are you looking for a new career path? Have you been downsized, or simply decided to quit and take some time for reflection? I spoke with a candidate recently and he said, “I’m ready for a change. I still have plenty of gas left in the tank.” That struck me as a very...
What is a Franchise Mentor?

What is a Franchise Mentor?

I’ll bet we’ve all heard someone say, “I wish I’d known that when I was starting out. I’d have done things differently.” Whatever “that” was. That insight or information changed the way the person perceived a challenge or a choice. When most of us think of...
Franchise Company Investigation Procedure

Franchise Company Investigation Procedure

Before you Begin You’ve carefully evaluated yourself and built an individual model that can be used to determine if a franchise opportunity has the components you want. You know what you need to find in a business to match your preferences and desires. You have a...
Chief Cook and Bottle Washer?

Chief Cook and Bottle Washer?

If you’ve ever thought about starting your own business, what came to mind first? ⭐Being your own boss ⭐The ability to set your own course ⭐Work as much or as little as you want While that might sound great, other things come into clearer focus as...
Two Brothers, Different Lives

Two Brothers, Different Lives

We’ve all heard family stories about one sibling doing well, while another faces struggle after struggle. One story I heard was about two brothers who grew up in a motherless home with a reclusive, harsh, restrictive father. One brother grew up to become much like his...