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“After 20+ years in Corporate America, I made the decision that I was going to start my own business or buy a franchise within 18 months.  As a result, I was committed to finding the “right” person – one that I could really trust – to help me transition into the entrepreneurial world.  After interviewing several business brokers and franchise consultants, I was introduced to Anne Barr of Venture Opportunities, Inc. by a very good friend who purchased a franchise thru her in 2005.  I found Anne to be a refreshing change, to say the least, from the other business or franchise brokers that I had been introduced to previously.  Anne’s screening process was very thorough and allowed me to sift thru hundreds of opportunities and focus on the ones that really matched my personality and goals.  Within 7 months, Anne and I had carefully evaluated approximately 15 franchises and businesses and I finally selected Mr. Handyman!  It was the perfect match for me and we opened “Mr. Handyman of the Park Cities” on Monday, October 30, 2006!  I would highly recommend Anne to anyone who is considering making a career transition so she can assist you with the process."
- David S. – New Franchise Buyer

 

11 Practical Tips to Counteract Economic Uncertainty

Posted by: Franchise Opportunity Specialist Posted Date: 01/29/2009

Today's business owners are facing many challenges in the struggling economy. This article offers 11 tips to help turn around a struggling business.

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U.S. mayors see franchising as key to jobs, economic development

Posted by: Franchise Opportunity Specialist Posted Date: 01/28/2009
This is a very interesting article about how many officials view franchises and small businesses as a key to economic recovery.  Click for details.

Businesses are Getting Creative in Finding New Customers

Posted by: Franchise Opportunity Specialist Posted Date: 01/21/2009

Small business owners are trying new and creative ways to find new customers.  People are cutting advertising/marketing budgets and looking for innovative/cheaper ways to market themselves.  I ran across a story about a business using the Answers section on Linked In and finding a new customer.

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Do Women Handle Start-Ups Better Than Men?

Posted by: Franchise Opportunity Specialist Posted Date: 01/16/2009

I found an interesting post on the Wall Street Journal's Independent Street Blog about a new book about starting a business that proposes women are better suited to entrepreneurship than men, because women aren’t afraid to ask for help.

The book is called “Birthing an Elephant” and it offers advice for women who are starting businesses.

Click here to read the entire post.

What do you think?

Top Franchise Trends for 2009

Posted by: Franchise Opportunity Specialist Posted Date: 01/14/2009

Joel Libava, owner of Franchise Selection Specialists in Ohio, recently published a report about his view of 2009 Franchise Trends.  I found it very interesting and I'm sure you will too! 

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The Franchise Prototype

Posted by: Franchise Opportunity Specialist Posted Date: 01/13/2009

I'm sure many of you have heard of a fantastic book titled Teh E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber. This is a must read for anyone thinking about going into business for themselves. Following are some interesting points he makes about the franchise prototype in his book:

  • Franchises have a 95% success rate over the course of one year
  • Where 80% of all businesses fail in the first five years, 75% of all Business Format Franchises SUCCEED!
  • The Franchise Prototype is the model of a business that works.  The balanced model that will satisfy the Entrepreneur, the Manager, and the Technician all at once
  • It's been there in the form of a Proprietary Operating System at the heart of every extraordinary business around you, franchised or not

Texas a Top State to Launch a Business

Posted by: Franchise Opportunity Specialist Posted Date: 01/08/2009

Texas was listed as #4 on a new list of best states to start a business compiled by U.S. News & World Report. Texas’ fourth-place ranking fell behind No. 1 Washington, followed by Virginia and Colorado.

Click here to read the article in the Dallas Business Journal.

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