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.     

Choose from a list of topics and read personal stories of challenge and success.  Pick up helpful tips on franchising.  Get marketing ideas for small business.  Explore and discover the franchise community from within the franchise community.

FranBlog

Franchise vs. Chain

Franchises and chains are different business models in the retail and restaurant industries, each with distinct ownership and operational structures. A franchise is owned by individual franchisees who operate under a franchisor's brand, while a chain is fully owned and operated by a parent company.
August 07, 2024

Why Financial Health Matters

For franchisees, managing the financial aspects of their business isn’t just about keeping the books balanced. It’s about making informed decisions that can significantly impact profitability and growth. Accurate financial tracking and analysis enable franchisees to identify trends, spot potential issues before they become a problem, and make strategic adjustments to drive profitability.
August 06, 2024

Six Childcare Franchises to Invest in 2024

As America begins to lift mask mandates in public spaces for those who are vaccinated and with summer fun activities on the horizon, childcare franchises could see a strong surge of growth in summer 2022 and beyond.
July 31, 2024

5 AI Challenges for Multi-Location Marketers & How to Solve Them

Although artificial intelligence (AI) can help marketing strategies become more efficient and effective, marketers face common challenges when leveraging the technology. Especially those with multiple business locations. SOCi's research found that 44% of marketers believe introducing new AI tools tends to cause confusion.
July 17, 2024

Unlock the Secrets of Top Multi-Location Marketers at SOCi Reimagine 2024

In today's fast-paced digital landscape, staying ahead  in local marketing is more challenging than ever. Navigating the ever-changing landscape of search algorithms, shifting consumer habits, and technological innovations makes it difficult for multi-location marketers and franchise owners to keep up.
July 17, 2024

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