by PETE TUCKER | Aug 9, 2015 | blogs
You know those innate talents you possess that people gasp in awe over and you don’t get why they find them so hard? Maybe you… See patterns and opportunities amidst complexity…or Are creative and naturally able to think outside the box…or Are brilliant...
by PETE TUCKER | Jun 30, 2015 | blogs
Many of my clients have looked for additional revenue streams for their current businesses and franchising was an excellent way to accomplish this. The franchises typically had a synergy with their current processes or could be cross-sold to their client base. Here is...
by PETE TUCKER | Jun 27, 2015 | blogs
Did you know that when you reply to internet business opportunities, all you’re seeing are opportunities from companies which have mastered great advertising? But there are “secret” franchise concepts that operate “below the radar.” You may not come across them or...
by PETE TUCKER | Jun 27, 2015 | blogs
Most people I work with tell me their first exposure to franchising started with an online search of franchises. They picked out a couple of interesting concepts (maybe ones that friends own or they’ve done business with). But then reality strikes: All those “free...
by PETE TUCKER | Jun 27, 2015 | blogs
You know the feeling you get when you realize you’re in an out-of-control situation? Quadruple that anxiety when it happens in a business venture. This is the story about how a super successful business mogul literally “blew it” on his first...
by PETE TUCKER | Jun 10, 2015 | Uncategorized
The franchise must have a proven, working model with the ability to support its franchisees appropriately. Must have a strong balance sheet. Senior Management that are experts in their industry. Excellent initial and ongoing training and marketing support for...
by PETE TUCKER | May 18, 2015 | blogs
This is such a great topic. It reminds me of the joke we used to tell as kids, “How can you immediately double your money? Fold it in half and put it back in your pocket!” So how can you make a lot of money as a franchisee? At the risk of sounding trite,...
by PETE TUCKER | May 12, 2015 | blogs
Many of you are probably familiar with Alex Sheen and his heart warming story of the pledge that he made to his father who was terminally ill. His promise cards became and internet sensation and challenged the social conscious of the nation....
by PETE TUCKER | Apr 22, 2015 | blogs
Top 10 Secret Fears of New Franchise Owners What to Know Before You Buy By Carol Tice Contributor, Forbes.com What keeps would-be franchise owners up at night? Many put up a brave front, but beneath the enthusiasm to buy into a proven system often lurks deep-seated...
by PETE TUCKER | Feb 1, 2015 | blogs
Ok so like everyone else in America I’ve got Super Bowl fever but beyond the big game what can we learn from these 2 great organizations. Great teams start with great organizations. All good teams start with a great organization made up of a good plan for...
