FranBlog

By and For the Franchise Community

Our FranBlog includes the best of franchise success stories from around the world. These personal accounts help you learn directly from the collective experiences of IFA’s franchise community.     

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FranBlog

PuroClean: Embracing Diversity and Opportunity in Franchise Ownership

PuroClean, a premier name in property restoration, is distinguished not only by its top-tier services, but also by the remarkable diversity of its Franchise Owners. This diversity extends beyond representation to create a dynamic and inclusive culture that enhances the brand's success. The company’s commitment to fostering a broad range of backgrounds among its owners makes it an appealing choice for prospective owners from all walks of life, including those from unrelated industries.
September 18, 2024

Unlock the Power of Your Data

Do you have access to your data? Do you know where it lives? Can you leverage your data to answer important questions about your business? Data tends to be siloed in the platforms where it is entered: Financial, Marketing, Operations, POS/CRM. There may be reporting options within the individual platforms, but how can a question be answered that requires information from more than one platform? Often data needs to be manually copied from one source to a spreadsheet, then from another source to the same spreadsheet. This process takes a great deal of time and effort and can be prone to errors and issues over time. Companies can struggle with multiple spreadsheets and difficulty determining a source of truth. There is a better way.
September 06, 2024

Compliance is essential when offering a 401(k) plan

Offering a retirement plan is a great way to show your employees you care about their future and want to compensate them well. Employees care about retirement benefits, and some states now even require employers to offer some way to save for retirement. However, offering a plan isn't exactly as simple as just snapping your fingers. There are many compliance considerations to take into account as you research and consider what plan might be right for your organization.
September 06, 2024

How Brands Can Leverage Successful Franchisees in Franchise Development Marketing

When it comes to franchise development, sharing the success stories of your franchisees is one of the most effective ways to build credibility and attract new prospects. These franchisees are the real-life proof of what your brand can offer, providing potential franchisees with a clear and compelling vision of their own potential success. By strategically sharing authentic stories across various marketing channels, you can create a powerful narrative that highlights your brand’s strengths and builds trust with those considering joining your franchise.
September 05, 2024

Unlocking ROI: Mastering Franchise Digital Marketing Metrics

Measuring the return on investment (ROI) of digital marketing initiatives across multiple franchise locations can be a daunting task. With variations in local market conditions and consumer behavior, establishing clear metrics and tracking systems is essential but can be challenging to implement consistently. However, with the right approach and key metrics in place, franchises can effectively measure and optimize their digital marketing efforts for maximum ROI.
August 29, 2024

The Future of First Impressions: Embracing AI in HR for Better Onboarding

As technology reshapes onboarding experiences, both companies and recent hires are navigating this new terrain. What’s the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on new hire onboarding and human resources (HR) professionals? What challenges do businesses and HR leaders face when integrating new technology into onboarding? What insights can we glean from the perspectives of recent hires onboarded, both with and without AI, regarding the future of first impressions?
August 09, 2024

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