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...

Last week I was talking with someone interested in owning a franchise. The candidate's opening statement was, "I want you to find me the next McDonald's." The conversation went like this:

Growing up, I had my feet in two different worlds; two different experiences, the life of an employee and a business owner. 

If you have worked with me to find a franchise, I probably sent you a copy of one or two chapters from my friend and collogues’ book, The Educated Franchisee. Rick has a wealth of franchise...