Franchise Advice

Arbitrate or mediate - don't litigate!

Manzoor Ishani looks at the four main mechanisms for resolving disputes outside of court proceedings... Read more

A case for due diligence

Interested in franchises abroad? Manzoor Ishani looks closely at the potential issues that could occur when buying an overseas franchise... Read more

Full steam ahead

If you're the kind of person who makes brave decisions and faces challenges head on, franchising could be just your ticket. But what kind of franchisee will you make? Richard Watson reveals all... Read more

Hoist the sales

Richard Watson runs through some essential franchise sales techniques you may need, to boost your bottom line... Read more

A question of support

In return for the fees a franchisee is paying, it's only right that they expect the backup of their franchisor. Manzoor Ishani delves deeper... Read more

Now you're walking!

Those first few steps into franchising can be daunting. Richard Watson holds your hand and helps you keep your balance... Read more

Advertising: who pays for it?

Advertising is one of the crucial elements in getting your franchise to a wider audience. But who is actually responsible for the costs? Manzoor Ishani finds out... Read more

The choice is Ltd

To minimise risk in your business, avoid partnerships and self-employment. Instead, form a limited company - it's easy, says Richard Watson... Read more

Conventional thinking

Manzoor Ishani dips a toe into the world of franchise conventions, explaining why they can be an advantage for some franchisors and why others may shy away from it... Read more

Take it or leave it

Most franchisors will refuse to negotiate the terms of a franchise agreement but will present it to a franchisee on a 'take it or leave it' basis. It is, therefore, important for a prospective franchisee to give serious consideration as to how ethical his franchisor is. Manzoor Ishani explains... Read more

Lies, damned lies

In medieval times, when franchising was merely the glint in a White Knight's eye, dealings were full of mistruths, fabrications and inexactitudes. In today's business world not much has changed, but fortunately Richard Watson has charged in on his steed to advise potential franchisees of the perils ahead... Read more

Taking the 'P'

Richard Watson minds his Ps and Ks (and Rs and Fs) as he explains the right way to go about marketing your franchise... Read more

The next steps

There are many choices to make when setting up your own business and it's easy to make mistakes, so avoid the pitfalls by following Manzoor Ishani's step-by-step guide to getting your franchise off the ground... Read more

Better off with a franchise?

The stats don't lie: the risks associated with traditional start-up businesses are too much for most aspiring entrepreneurs. That's why Richard Watson suggests that you may need to look elsewhere... Read more