When you start your business, get ready for certain unavoidable expenditures. From renting office space and leasing equipment to purchasing pens, paper and computer disks, smart entrepreneurs carefull

When was the last time you were rewarded for your accomplishments? How about the last time you rewarded the people you employ? “Promotion” is a vital key to building your business, yet it’s talked abo

One of the regulations of the Franchising Code of Conduct states that franchisors must provide all franchisees with a full disclosure document of the franchise and the franchisor.

A disclosure docume

You know the stories: There’s the legendary tale of a Nordstrom clerk who refunded the price of a customer’s tires, even though Nordstrom doesn’t sell tires.

And who could forget the one about a Midw

As a start-up entrepreneur, you’ve probably gone to a lot of workshops and seminars on all kinds of business topics. But have you ever thought about offering a seminar of your own? It’s a great way to

A water bearer in India had two large pots, each hung on each end of a pole which he carried across his neck. One of the pots had a crack in it, and while the other pot was perfect and always delivere

While there is a saying that there is no such thing as bad publicity, most companies aren’t willing to test that theory, especially when it comes to their bottom line. However, these same companies wo

As franchising has grown, its personality has evolved but its essential structure and purpose have stayed intact.

Primarily, franchising fills the gap between two business parties, allowing them to m

Good financial management is the key to maximising profitability. And for that you need good accounting and business systems.

Recording your financial transactions accurately becomes more of a challe

Franchising can provide a satisfactory entry into business for many people. You should be copying an already successful and proven formula with training, advice and marketing provided by the franchiso