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Jun 15, 2016

Top 5 Things You Should Do To Have the Break You...

I lived in denial about taking time off when I owned my franchise. I wanted to believe that I could take breaks like ‘normal’ people do. Americans enjoy little precious time off when...

Jun 14, 2016

Franchisors Not Alone in Joint Employer Fight

Seven States Pass Franchise Protection Laws — Experts Say More to Come Armed with the support of the International Franchise Association, seven states have stepped out and are fighting back against...

Jun 14, 2016

Facing The Franchisor Inspection Monster

Different organizations use different names, but almost all franchise companies have a system of regular inspections of their company and franchise operations intended to insure brand standards...

Jun 5, 2016

Latest Social Media Platforms

Latest Social Media Platforms making it easier for businesses to engage with customers The launch of Periscope, the launch of Facebook Livestream and the rollout of new small business...

Jun 5, 2016

Franchising Is A Strong Business Model in Mexico

I have been a 75,000 – 100,000 mile-per-year business traveler for quite some time now, and very fortunate to have had the opportunity to work in and visit many countries in all 5 continents,...

Jun 2, 2016

Helping To Build Sales With Current Franchise...

And The Good News is... Everything you read about franchising has to do with selling more franchises. What about a major focus on helping to build sales with current...

Jun 2, 2016

Franchisors and Franchise Candidates Should Focus...

Whether it’s a franchisee operating a franchise or a candidate evaluating a franchise, when the franchisor and franchise candidates focus on the following five areas, the potential for a...

May 31, 2016

Fine Tuning your Lead Management Processes!

Can you believe it? We’re at the half way mark of 2016 and just like that, it’s time again for the IFE. Back in my days as an exhibiting franchisor, I always went to the IFE knowing that I’d...

May 31, 2016

Put That Content to Work!

Happy franchisees, engaged customers and increased sales are the goals of any franchise – but just how do you go about getting there? Chances are that you already manage...

May 30, 2016

Evolving Application of the ADAAA

Most franchisees are familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA) either in its Title III context, which prohibits disability discrimination in places of public...

May 25, 2016

Overtime Pay Rule Takes Effect December 1, 2016

U.S. Department of Labor Announces Final Overtime Pay Rule On May 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced its final overtime pay rule under the federal Fair Labor...

May 23, 2016

Small Business Expansion through Global...

Many established businesses often reach a plateau in their business cycle where they must contemplate future growth. You’re competing with the same domestic brands and experiencing less and...

May 20, 2016

Why is Credit score important to Franchisors?

Everyday thousands of individuals apply to become Franchisees, and many are turned away for one reason. Can you guess what that reason is? Believe it or not, but an individual’s credit score can...

May 19, 2016

4 Biggest Mistakes that Franchisees Make Before...

Grounded Before Liftoff At Shelton Law and Associates we are commonly asked about what causes franchisees to ground themselves before they even had a chance to liftoff. Below are the 4...

May 19, 2016

The 8 Commandments for Achieving Business Success

I often speak with first-time business owners ready to start their first new venture. I feel their excitement as their enthusiasm bubbles sky high! In their minds eyes, they envision their...

May 19, 2016

Where to Find the Best Hourly Employees

Did you know that, in spite of all the ongoing technology innovations, the best sources of new hires have changed very little over the past 25 years? Regardless of job boards, websites,...

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