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Fundamentals ofFranchising
International Franchise ConferenceNovember 2013
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
Presented by
John P. Hayes, Ph.D.John@hayesworldwide.com
www.howtobuyafranchise.com
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Franchise Statistics
• 900,000+ franchised small businesses in 75+ primary industries in the USA
• Franchising contributes more than $2.3 trillion to the American economy
• Franchises account for more than 40 percent of all U.S. Retail Sales
• Franchising provides 23 million+ jobs• 3% of America’s GDP in 2012
International Franchise Association, www.franchise.org
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Franchise Statistics
• 40,000+ franchised small businesses in the UK (compared to 18,300 5 years ago)
• 929 brands operating in the UK (compared to 379 5 years ago)
• Franchising contributes more than £13.4 billion to the British economy (compared to £5 billion 5 years ago)
• Franchising provides 594,000 jobs• 91% of operating units are profitable
British Franchise Association, www.thebfa.org
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Franchise Statistics
Worldwide Data is not available
Master FranchisingArea Development Franchising
MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION: The franchise industry in the Middle East and North Africa is worth over $30 billion today.
The annual growth of the Middle East franchising sector is around 27%.
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What’s Wrong
With Franchising?Franchising?
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First Things First• Read about franchising.• Understand that
franchising is NOT for everyone; it may not be for you.
• Franchising is a system of distribution.
• The franchisor creates the system; franchisees follow it.
• A franchise is a license.
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Franchise TermsFranchisor:
Creates & Owns the System
Sells Franchises
Trains & Supports Franchisees
Collects Fees & Royalties
Responsible for the ongoing
development of the franchise system.
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Franchise TermsFranchisee:
Operates the System
Owns one or more franchises
Pays Fees & Royalties
Responsible for following the system.
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Franchise TermsMaster Franchisee:
Operates the System in a country or area
Sells franchises
Trains & Supports Franchisees
Collects & Pays Fees & Royalties
Responsible for ongoing development and following the system.
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Franchise TermsArea Development Franchisee:
Operates the System in a country or area
Operates multiple units
Pays Fees & Royalties
Responsible for following the system.
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Safest Way To Start A Business
• Most independent, non-franchised Most independent, non-franchised business start-ups business start-ups failfail in the U.S. in the U.S.
-- Most do not survive one year
-- Almost as many more fail within 5 years
• Most franchised businesses “survive”Most franchised businesses “survive”
-- You can determine failure rate upfront
-- You can determine satisfaction rate upfront
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Why Is Franchising Safe and Successful?
• The franchisor The franchisor creates a creates a SYSTEMSYSTEM
• The franchisor “tests” The franchisor “tests” the the SYSTEMSYSTEM
• The franchisor The franchisor maintains & builds the maintains & builds the SYSTEMSYSTEM
• The franchisees buy The franchisees buy and follow the and follow the SYSTEMSYSTEM
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The #1 Rule For Buyers
Make sure the franchisor really does have a system that works, and make sure that you are compatible with the system, and that you will enjoy following and operating the system for as long as you intend to own the business!
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Focus On You• How do you want to
spend the next ten or more years of your life?
• Test your franchise compatibility.
• Most franchisors require franchisees to be owners/operators; not absentee owners.
• Do you plan to work alone or with others?
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Why Do You Want To Own A Franchise?
• What do you really hope to accomplish?
• Are you looking for a job or a career?
• A way to produce a paycheck? Or wealth?
• Do you plan to build and then sell the business?
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The DISC Profile
• Test your compatibility with franchising.
• Do you have the personality?
• Are you the DOMINANTDOMINANT personality?
• Are you the INFLUENCERINFLUENCER personality?
• Are you the STEADYSTEADY personality?
• Are you the COMPETENTCOMPETENT personality?Let’s find out…
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There’s No WRONG Personality
Each of the DISC Personalities can own and operate successful franchises.
However, some modifications may be helpful.
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Strengths, Weaknesses & NeedsOf Each Personality Type
Type Strengths Weaknesses Needs
DProblem SolversDecision Makers
Fulfills Goals
Fault FindersNot Cautious
Run Over People
ControlAuthorityPrestige
ICommunicators
ParticipantsGood-Finders
No Sense of TimeLack Follow UpLack Objectivity
RecognitionAcceptance
Time To Talk
SLoyal
Good ListenerPatient
Overly PossessiveAvoids Risk
Avoids Conflict
AppreciationSecurity
Time
CAnalyticalAccurate
High Standards
RigidProcrastinatorsOverly Critical
Precise WorkTime
Factual Info
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How To
Identify DISC Personalities
DDo you know people who are results-oriented and driven? They are direct, to the point, confident, and competitive? These are DominantsDominants!
IFriendly, outgoing and emotional people are the InfluencersInfluencers. Their orientation is people first, results second. These people like to combine food with talk. And they like to talk a lot!
SSteadiesSteadies are sincere, loyal people who are cooperative. They are the peace keepers. They like people, but they are most interested in how to get along. They like to feel secure, and liked if not loved.
CCompetentCompetent people do it all “by the book.” These are folks who analyze any situation before they commit to it. They look before they cross the street. They walk before they run. Quality is their orientation.
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Select The Industry• There are more
than 75+ primary industries using franchising.
• What’s going to satisfy your interests and qualifications?
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Industry Questions• Why does this industry appeal to me?
• What’s the future of this industry?
• Do I have the money to own and operate a business in this industry?
• Am I going to need additional education to work in this industry?
• Who do I know to question about this industry?
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Select A Business• There are 3,000+
opportunities just in
North America.• What’s going to
make you happy?• Select a business
that is satisfying and profitable.
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What’s HOT?
Buying what’s HOT is the fastest way to get
BURNEDBURNED.
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Searching For Opportunities
• Franchise Portals www.franchiseexpo.com www.franchise.org
• Franchise Expos
International Franchise Expo
• Periodicals
Entrepreneur, USA Today and others
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Money To Invest?
You can spend a little or a lot . . . But how much can you afford to spend?
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Borrowing Money
• Banks
• Leasing Companies
• Franchisors
• Relatives & Friends
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Focus On The Company
• Request information
• Evaluate the information
• Visit with franchisors
• Visit with franchisees
• Consult with your advisors
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Trust Begins With You
To To getget what you want, what you want,
givegive them what they want. them what they want.
And tell the truth!And tell the truth!When franchisors discover that applicants lied about information, TRUST vanishes. Successful franchise relationships are built on TRUST.
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Potential For Your Market?
• Do people use this product or service?
• Do they use it the way the franchise company sells it?
• What barriers of entry will I encounter with this business?
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Potential For Your Market?
• Is there competition?
• Has the franchise opened here and failed?
• Where’s the best location to open this business?
• Are there multiple good locations?
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The System Is THE SYSTEM!
• That won’t work here!• People here are different!
If either is true . . . PASS on thisopportunity. Find another one.
The franchisor will not CHANGEthe system and you will not beable to change it either!
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Ego vs SystemRemember the #1 Rule For BuyersRemember the #1 Rule For Buyers
If the franchisor has a proven SYSTEM, you won’t have to debate the size of a territory. Unless, of course, you need to feed your EGO! The SYSTEM dictates the size of the territory.
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Visit The Franchisor
• Some franchisors require you to visit.
• You WANT to visit the franchisor in person.
• If the franchisor has a DISCOVERY DAY be sure to attend.
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Before You Visit The Franchisor
Prepare Your Questions . . . See
100+ Questions To Ask 100+ Questions To Ask Before You Invest In A Before You Invest In A
FranchiseFranchise
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Franchise Documents
Country Specific
• Disclosure Document• Franchise Agreement• Master Franchise Agreement• Area Development Agreement
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The Disclosure Document
• Franchisor is required to disclose terms but not in all countries. And not to all buyers.
• Plain English explanation of the Franchise Agreement.
• Every US franchisor is required by Federal Law to update this document annually.
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The Disclosure Document
• It is YOUR most valuable piece of information about a franchise offering.
• Almost everything you need to know is in the Disclosure Document.
• YOU need to read it carefully – a couple of times.
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The Disclosure Document
• Also called the Franchise Disclosure Document, or FDD.
• Includes 21 Items plus Exhibits: contracts, financial statements, and receipts. Mirrors the Franchise Agreement.
• Must be presented to you at first serious discussion about buying the franchise, or upon your request.
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The Disclosure Document
but not necessarily easy to get!
Franchisors want to give it onlyto QUALIFIED prospects.
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How To QualifyComplete the Franchisor’s
Qualification Report
or Application.
The document does NOT
obligate you in any way.
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The Disclosure Document
Table of ContentsTable of Contents1. The Franchisor, Its Predecessors and Affiliates2. Business Experience3. Litigation4. Bankruptcy5. Initial Franchise Fee6. Other Fees7. Initial Investment8. Restrictions on Sources of Products and Services9. Franchisee’s Obligations10. Financing
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The Disclosure DocumentTable of ContentsTable of Contents (Cont)
11. Franchisor’s Obligations12. Territory13. Trademarks14. Patents, Copyrights and Proprietary Information15. Obligation to Participate in Operations16. Restrictions on what Franchisee May Sell17. Renewal, Termination, Transfer And Dispute Resolution18. Public Figures19. Financial Performance Representations20. List of Outlets21. Financial Statements
EXHIBITS: Franchise Agreement, Contracts, Financial Statements, Receipt, Area Development Agreements, Operations Manual Table of Contents . . .
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Call & Visit Franchisees
• See FDD Item 20, List of Outlets
• Names, addresses, phone numbers of active franchisees
• Same information for terminated or canceled franchisees
Call the franchisees!
Visit at least one franchisee!
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How Much Money Can I Make?
• The franchisor may not tell you.
• Most franchisors do not file Financial Performance Representations.
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So Ask Those Who Know!
The Franchisees!
“If I invest X,
how soon can I expect to
earn Y?”
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The Fees!– The Franchise Fee
– Royalty
– Advertising or Marketing Fund
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The Franchise Fee• Upfront, lump sum
payment• Your “right of entry”• Gives you access to
THE SYSTEM• In return, you get to
use the franchisor’s brand name and expertise
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Is It A Bargain?Franchisor says: “In return for a fee, I’ll give you a system for operating a business, and I’ll teach you and train you how to follow the system, and if you listen to me and work the system, you will build a rewarding business.”
Is that not worth afranchise fee?
Only you can decide.
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The Royalty Fee• Usually a
percentage of gross sales
• Paid weekly or monthly
• Used to fund the franchisor’s operation, including profits!
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Is It Justifiable?• Ask the
Franchisees!• The Brand Name
alone may be worth the royalty
• Research & Development is important
• Marketing prowess• Buying Power
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Royalty Free Franchising?
Does such a thing exist?
If the franchisor says
NO ROYALTY
the question you want to ask is:
How do YOU make a profit?
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The Advertising Fee• Typically 1% to 3%
of gross sales• Used to underwrite
marketing for franchisees
• Paid monthly• Money belongs to
the franchisees• Is it worth it?
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The Initial Investment?
In addition to the franchise fee, the royalty, the advertising fund fee, what other costs will you incur as a franchisee?
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Item 7: Initial InvestmentExpenditures Estimated
AmountWhen
PayablePayment Method
Refundable
Franchise Fee $40,000 Upon Signing Cash Yes
Leasehold Improvements
$0-$3,000 As agreed As agreed As agreed
Signage $0-$1,200 Opening Cash No
Furniture $5,000-$10,000 Opening Cash No
Supplies $1,700-$2,400 Opening Cash No
Advertising $5,000 Opening Cash No
Training Expense
$1,400-$2,500 Pre-Opening Cash No
Funds 3 Mths $48,000-$125,000
As needed Cash No
TOTAL $101,100-$189,100
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Money To Live?• How are you going
to live without a paycheck?
• How long until the business makes money?
• Alternatives?• Ask the
Franchisees!
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Create A Business Plan
• Franchisor may require it
• Browse to www.sba.gov and click on Starting Your Business
• Get professional assistance
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Worth The Risk?
Look at theLook at the
numbers and ask:numbers and ask:• Does it make sense,
financially, to invest in this business?
• Will I get a satisfactory return on my money?
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Ask For Help!• Consult your
ADVISORS . . . with caution!
• Accountant
• Lawyer
• Franchise Broker
• Franchisor
• Franchisees
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Homework Finished?• Negotiate any open
items with the franchisor
• Go for it!• Sign the franchise
agreement• Congratulations,
you’re a franchisee!
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The A to Zs ofSelecting a Franchise
International Franchise ConferenceNovember 2013
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
Presented by
John P. Hayes, Ph.D.John@hayesworldwide.com
www.howtobuyafranchise.com
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Overview of Topics• Selection Process
• Franchising Myths
• Franchise Warning Signs
• International Franchising Data
• Small vs. Large Franchisors
• Questions for Franchisees
• Questions for Franchise Advisors
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Selection ProcessFor the Franchisor
• Advertise
• Filter
• Select
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Selection ProcessFor the Franchisee
• Seek
• Filter
• Select
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Franchisee Seeks
Satisfying Business
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Franchisee Seeks
Market Adaptable Business
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Franchisee Seeks
Proven System
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Franchisee Seeks
Trustworthy Franchisor
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Franchisor Seeks
Educated Candidate
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Franchisor Seeks
Capable of following the System
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Franchisor Seeks
Qualified Financially
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Franchisor Seeks
Trustworthy Franchisee
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Franchising Myths
Myth #1
“When you buy a franchise,
you’re buying yourself a job.”
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Franchising Myths
Myth #2
“Buying a franchise works because
it’s like flying a plane on auto pilot.”
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Franchising Myths
Myth #3
“United States Government surveys found that 97% of franchises succeed.”
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Franchising Myths
Myth #4
“Franchisors make it easy to buy a franchise, but then make it impossible
for you to sell your franchise.”
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Franchising Myths
Myth #5
“Franchisors make all their money from the upfront franchise fee. They don’t
care if franchisees succeed.”
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Franchising Myths
Myth #6
“All successful franchisees
are risk takers.”
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Franchise Warning Signs
An unresponsive franchisor.
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Franchise Warning Signs
An overly eager franchisor.
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Franchise Warning Signs
Delayed Disclosure.
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Franchise Warning Signs
Uncooperative Franchisees.
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Franchise Warning Signs
Numerous (repeated) Lawsuits.
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Franchise Warning Signs
Delayed Openings.
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Franchise Warning Signs
Feeling Pressured.
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Franchise Warning Signs
Little interest in You.
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International Franchising
• 500+ U.S. Franchisors sold international licenses
• Original franchise concepts in 40 countries . . . also sold internationally
• Master franchisees worldwide: 5,000
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International Franchising
• No association for master franchising
• Training primarily by franchisors
• Little research conducted to date
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International Franchising
2005 Master Franchisee Database:
2,000 in 60 countries
representing 100
franchise concepts
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International Franchising
Master Franchisee Survey:
53% did not belong to a franchise association, but 94% said they desired
more interaction and education.
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International Franchising
Master Franchisee Survey:
30% planned to buy an additional franchise license.
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International Franchising
Master Franchisee Survey:
64% had been operating
for more than 5 years.
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International Franchising
Master Franchisee Survey:
License Fee
36% paid up to $250,000
21% paid up to $500,000
17% paid more than $500,000
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International Franchising
Master Franchisee Survey:
Greatest Need
57% Sales/Marketing Help
30% Operations/Training Help
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International Franchising
Master Franchisee Survey:
Greatest Need
57% Sales/Marketing Help
30% Operations/Training Help
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Small vs Large Franchisors
The Small (Under 50 Units) Franchisor
Advantage:
Time
Still something to prove
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Small vs Large Franchisors
The Small (Under 50 Units) Franchisor
Disadvantage:
Money
International Experience
Expertise
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Small vs Large Franchisors
The Large (Over 200 Units) Franchisor
Advantage:
Money
International Experience
Expertise
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Small vs Large Franchisors
The Large (Over 200 Units) Franchisor
Disadvantage:
Time
Believe their own PR
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Questions for Franchisees
Q #1
“Knowing what you know now, would you buy this same franchise again?”
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Questions for Franchisees
Q #2
“Do you find the business as satisfying
today as when you first
started?”
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Questions for Franchisees
Q #3
“What’s the secret to the success
of the top franchisees?”
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Questions for Franchisees
Q #4
“If I invest the money, and work the
business like you have, how much
money can I expect to earn my
first year as a franchisee? The third year? The fifth year?”
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Questions for Franchisees
Q #5
“Why do some franchisees succeed,
and others fail?”
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Questions for Advisors
Q #1
“How is this franchise agreement different from other good franchise
agreements that you have reviewed?”
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Questions for Advisors
Q #2
“If you were purchasing this franchise, what concessions, if any, would you
ask for?”
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Questions for Advisors
Q #3
“If you were purchasing this franchise, what concessions, if any, would you
ask for?”
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Questions for Advisors
Q #4
“What’s your evaluation of the company’s financial condition?”
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Questions for Advisors
Q #5
“What’s your evaluation of the company’s international expertise?”
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Ultimately YOU Decide
Franchising is not for everyone, and it may not be for you. Ultimately
only you can decide.
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