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10 cost-conscious questions to ask a franchisor

Getting a clear picture of the initial set-up costs is an important part of assessing a franchise opportunity as it’s a ...

Eight steps to starting a franchise

Consider registering each type of IP relevant to your franchise - register your logo as a trade mark and register your b...
incentivise, awards

Franchise Council award winners revealed

Hard-working franchisees and franchisors have been commended for the for their vital contributions to employment, the ec...

Local businesses in spotlight as hospitality trends and challenges 2022 revealed

As the return to post-lockdown trade picks up and there’s a demand for staff, rising wages and employment benefits are o...

Software designed for multiple locations can take the pain out of franchise financials

"By relieving pain points such as reporting, franchise fees, billing and payments, the software gives finance managers f...

Wellness trends reveal consumers prioritise health and fitness

In Australia 54 per cent of those surveyed want to spend time outdoors on holiday, and 55 per cent would be willing to p...
families

Working with family – will it work?

The danger of family in business is that one wrong decision can do more than just crumble a business but can also do irr...
side hustle

Can you have a franchise as a side hustle?

The beauty of the franchise model is that it provides a proven model of success and doesn’t require the owner to build a...

Father’s Day the chance to recognise the importance of father and child businesses

Almost nine in ten of the family businesses that represent 70 per cent of all the enterprises in Australia are run by fa...
lockdowns, index

Franchise business sentiment plummets as lockdowns escalate

As lockdowns continue, many businesses - particularly those in the franchise sector - are expecting significant decline ...