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Mike Bidwell, CEO and president of The Dwyer Group, discusses his career path from franchisee to the top of the C-suite at the 8-brand, $1 billion franchisor - larger now after acquiring Service Brands International (June 12) and The Grounds Guys of Canada (June 18).
  • Kerry Pipes
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Steve Sager has relied on forward-thinking innovation to build a career that includes opening more than 265 Subway stores during his 30 years in the business.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 14,947 Reads 10 Shares
When I purchased Putt-Putt in 2004, I realized the primary challenges associated with a 50-year-old brand would be 1) to experience continued growth, and 2) to reinvigorate the brand to appeal to a younger consumer base by delivering more value to our customers.
  • David Callahan
  • 7,548 Reads 1 Shares
As you go about your day-to-day routine, you may have noticed some new ways to pay; and if you received a new debit or credit card recently, you also may have noticed the new chip embedded in it.
  • Tom Epstein
  • 11,056 Reads
2015 AFDR highlights: Website mystery shopping of nearly 150 brands reveals most franchisors have a long way to go to excellence; social channel usage still lacking.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 4,624 Reads 34 Shares
Wienerschnitzel's CMO, Doug Koegebohn, loves his new job at this 53-year-old brand.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,955 Reads 1 Shares
Simplification and a renewed focus on business and life have taken center stage for Anand Gala since we profiled him in 2010.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 7,597 Reads
Social media marketing news you can use. This week: NYU professor predicts the future of Apple, Amazon, Facebook, and Google; free web images for marketers; Google+ on the way out?; sending money with Facebook Messenger; and Twitter wins court case protecting free speech, anonymity.
  • Daniel Lieberman
  • 3,789 Reads 36 Shares
4 ways franchise brands can leverage technology to improve the effectiveness of their field support teams.
  • Chris Taylor
  • 7,541 Reads 3 Shares
Beyond surveillance: 5 things to know about using video intelligence to enhance employee and store performance and boost your bottom line.
  • Matt Steinfort
  • 3,780 Reads
When it comes to franchising, Shahid Hashmi has just one regret: he wishes he'd gotten into it earlier.
  • Helen Bond
  • 12,734 Reads
Jeff's Bagel Run
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Dzana Homan's story is one of inspiration and perseverance. She grew up in Yugoslavia where she spent a happy childhood filled with friends and surrounded by a large extended family.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 4,742 Reads 1 Shares
As president of a leading franchise technology company, I'm afforded a unique vantage point as I get to study the trends, patterns, habits, and behaviors of hundreds of franchisors.
  • Keith Gerson
  • 4,751 Reads 6 Shares
Diana Hovey says she came to know and love Corner Bakery Cafe over a cup of coffee at a unit in her neighborhood.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,492 Reads 1 Shares
David Prokupek is not short on experience at the highest level. What's more, he loves a challenge. He has spent more than two decades as a CEO, investor, and board member helping build, finance, and advise high-growth businesses in the consumer, retailing, financial services, marketing services, and communications industries.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,415 Reads 44 Shares
Cyber attacks are on the increase. Here's what small- to medium-sized franchisees can do to be more secure in the future.
  • Darren Guccione
  • 18,558 Reads 1,023 Shares
Prospective franchisees have lots of questions: How do I purchase a unit? Can I buy more than one? What will my territory be? How much does it cost? What are the royalty payments? How much training and ongoing support should I expect?
  • Paul Wilbur
  • 3,586 Reads
Charlie Morrison wasn't looking for a new opportunity. He was already at the helm of Pizza Inn and was the driving force behind the brand's innovative Pie Five concept.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 7,106 Reads 1 Shares
How do you identify your ideal customers, and how do you target them effectively with your marketing initiatives?
  • Franchise Update
  • 4,592 Reads 1 Shares
Diana Hovey, CMO at Corner Bakery Cafe, opens up about having the best job in the company, the importance of having a "personal touch" in franchisee recruitment, the brand's social media success, and much more.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 4,403 Reads
Social media marketing news you can use. This week: using Yelp to boost local search results, off-season sales and marketing ideas, mobile wallets and the cashless society, Google Glass takes a break to retool, social engagement numbers and Super Bowl predictions.
  • Daniel Lieberman
  • 4,060 Reads
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Throughout modern history, periods of heightened innovation and technological advance were followed by a relatively radical step up in the human condition as new industries, processes, routines, and services became commonplace.
  • Carol M. Schleif
  • 11,475 Reads
Social media marketing news you can use. This week: local search marketing, Instagram overtakes Twitter (in numbers), Tumblr overtakes Instagram (in growth), and an entertaining infographical history of famous brand slogans.
  • Daniel Lieberman
  • 6,739 Reads
Multi-unit franchisees will face certain challenges this year, but with the proper preparation and a little extra effort, you can breeze right past them towards success.
  • Chuck Pistor
  • 6,427 Reads
Miracle Method President Chuck Pistor takes a look at what will help and hurt franchise sales and system growth in 2015.
  • Chuck Pistor
  • 6,168 Reads
A conversation with Jason Silfies, vice president of marketing and technology at Coldwell Banker Real Estate, on three critical marketing misperceptions - and how to fix them.
  • Philip St. Jacques
  • 6,833 Reads 12 Shares
Is your "human-ness" getting in the way of your thinking, learning, and leadership? Part 2 of 8 tips on overcoming how you're wired to succeed in the modern world.
  • Edward D. Hess
  • 3,193 Reads
New software solution integrates sales, operations, and marketing activities. Edible Arrangements buys eMaximation, expands offerings, and rebrands it Naranga.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 4,722 Reads 57 Shares
Vast amounts of energy and treasure have been invested to understand why customers do--or don't--come back. Few questions are more important, since same-store sales growth is built on the backs of loyal customers.
  • Jack Mackey
  • 8,139 Reads 1 Shares
15 experts predict what's ahead for PPC and digital marketing in 2015.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 3,573 Reads 1,014 Shares
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