http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/resources.htm Bringing franchising information, expertise and advice - from around the world - to one place. en-us Copyright 2007 Franchise-chat.com callum@franchise-chat.com info@franchise-chat.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 1440 http://www.franchise-chat.com/images/fclogo-sml.gif http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/resources.htm Franchise-chat.com - Dedicated to world franchise news, discussion and information 140 35 http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/maintaining_a_profitable_workforce.htm In this article Jerry Wilkerson explains how progressive franchisors encourage and stimulate their employees to think and grow with the system. Jerry Wilkerson <franchise@att.net> Franchising a Business Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:49:52 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/should_you_sell_franchises_or_build_a_chain.htm Just because a particular business can be franchised does not mean it should be franchised. Mark Siebert, CEO of iFranchise, explains why. Mark Siebert <msiebert@ifranchise.net> Franchising a Business Sat, 08 Mar 2008 03:47:15 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/franchisee_selection1.htm In this article, Professor John Stanworth of the International Franchise Research Centre, discusses key issues for developing a questionnaire to help select good franchisees. Professor John Stanworth <purdyd@westminster.ac.uk> Franchising a Business Sat, 01 Mar 2008 03:31:54 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/franchisor_support.htm The promise of support is one of the key reasons many choose to buy a franchise. Yet support levels vary from wonderful to nil. Michael Seid offers guidance on evaluating types and levels of franchisor support. Michael H. Seid <mseid@msaworldwide.com> Buying a Franchise Sat, 23 Feb 2008 07:13:28 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/selling_your_franchise_at_a_trade_show.htm Mark Siebert, iFranchise CEO, walks us through marketing a franchise at a trade show. This article includes background information, tips for choosing shows and making the most from your expo investment. Mark Siebert <msiebert@ifranchise.net> Franchising a Business Fri, 15 Feb 2008 23:03:46 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/tips_for_franchisor_job_seekers.htm Experienced franchise executive recruiter, Jerry Wilkerson outlines 10 key points to remember when looking for a new franchising job opportunity. Jerry Wilkerson <franchise@att.net> Franchising a Business Sat, 09 Feb 2008 03:30:03 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/franchising_a_business.htm Written for a New Zealand audience, this article features some of the key advantages and challenges associated with franchising a business. Dr Callum Floyd <info@franchise-chat.com> Franchising a Business Fri, 01 Feb 2008 19:52:52 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/belgium_adopts_franchise_law.htm Steven Feirman and Philip Zeidman of DLA Piper Rudnick Gray Cary summarise key implications of the new Belgium franchise law. Steven B. Feirman <steven.feirman@dlapiper.com> International Franchising Sat, 26 Jan 2008 05:46:42 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/effective_field_visits.htm Field visits are expensive and time consuming for franchisors and franchisees. In this article, Greg Nathan explains how to make every visit count. Greg Nathan <gnathan@franchiserelationships.com> Franchising a Business Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:33:55 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/the_importance_of_brand_sizzle.htm Stand out from your competitors. iFranchise Group CEO, Mark Siebert, talks about the importance of building a valuable brand. Yes it all starts with a great business formula and product. But then "You sell the sizzle - not the steak." Mark Siebert <msiebert@ifranchise.net> Franchising a Business Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:30:45 GMT