--- title: The Franchise Academy (2) description: The Franchise Academy educates and gives valuable insights to potential franchise business investors. The Academy also inspires people to choose uncertainty over unhappiness in their lives. (2) --- [![TSPNG copywhite](https://info.tomscarda.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TSPNG%20copywhite.png?width=300&height=91&name=TSPNG%20copywhite.png "TSPNG copywhite")](https://info.tomscarda.com/blog/page/tomscarda.com) - [Home](https://www.tomscarda.com) - [Franchise Academy](https://www.tomscarda.com/franchise-coaching) - [Podcast](http://thefranchiseacademypodcast.com/) - [Contact](http://www.tomscarda.com/contact/) ### [Exploring the Ins and Outs of Data Visualization for Your Business February 6, 2023 | by Naomi Johnson Data visualization relates to the conveyance of key information in the form of a chart, diagram, picture or some other visual arrangement. If you want to communicate trends and patterns to your team,... In franchise consultant, life decisions](https://info.tomscarda.com/blog/exploring-the-ins-and-outs-of-data-visualization-for-your-business) ### [Why Use a Franchise Consultant December 12, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive First, we need to answer another important question: What exactly is a franchise? In franchise consultant, life decisions](https://info.tomscarda.com/blog/why-use-a-franchise-consultant) ### [How To Determine Your Net Worth November 14, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive Calculating your net worth will be essential as you begin the search for your perfect franchise. Every franchise company in America has a minimum net worth requirement and the higher the investment,... In franchise consultant, life decisions](https://info.tomscarda.com/blog/how-to-determine-your-net-worth-2) ### [Aged Out? November 1, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive There’s a dark secret among recruiters: if someone has lots of experience and tenure, pass on them and look for someone with less experience. Why? Less experience usually equals less pay and a... In franchise consultant, life decisions](https://info.tomscarda.com/blog/aged-out) ### [A Franchised Business is Like a Motorcycle Gang October 24, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive When I was ten, all my friends wanted to play for the New York Yankees. Not me. I wanted to be a Hells Angel.  In franchise consultant, life decisions](https://info.tomscarda.com/blog/a-franchised-business-is-like-a-motorcycle-gang) ### [43 Facts to Know About Business Ownership in 2022/2023 August 22, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive The highest rate of job resignations in history has happened during the past 18 months. Thousands of those corporate refugees have invested in franchises or started their own small businesses.  In franchise consultant, life decisions](https://info.tomscarda.com/blog/43-facts-to-know-about-business-ownership-in-2022/2023) ### [Buy Now? R U Crazy? August 8, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive *The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now. ~ *Chinese Proverb In franchise consultant, life decisions](https://info.tomscarda.com/blog/buy-now-r-u-crazy) ### [Make Business Management Easier With These 5 Apps July 25, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive Running a business can feel like you’re juggling a hundred balls at once. It can be tough to manage the day-to-day operations while also making moves toward a better future and dealing with any... 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