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,...
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...
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.
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.
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
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...
July 11, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive
I have been in franchising for 23 years and a franchise consultant for 17 years. I have lived through a few economic downturns, including the great recession a dozen years ago. I have witnessed that...
June 27, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive
I was lucky enough to be interviewed on several podcasts over the past few weeks.
June 13, 2022 | by Tom Scarda, Certified Franchise Executive
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:
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