#Franchises
Let’s talk: The ups and downs of franchise businesses
Franchise businesses, although sharing many qualities with non-franchises, have their own unique ups and downs that come with the relationship of the existing brand and business model. There is support and systems in place, which can provide a great growth trajectory, but on the other side of that, it can lack the flexibility that entrepreneurs […]
The secret ingredient of a successful franchisee
By Aaron Smith, KX Pilates founder Many in the franchising industry believe that you shouldn’t recruit franchisees with zero business experience. Here’s why I think business experience matters less than you think. There’s a standard list in franchising that outlines what traits potential franchisees should have and ‘past business experience’ or ‘business acumen’ is often […]
Government releases updated Franchising Code of Conduct
The Abbott Government has released an updated Franchising Code of Conduct, which Small Business Minister Bruce Billson says will save the sector an estimated $8.6 million per year.
ACCC aiming for stronger franchising powers
he Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will have stronger enforcement powers to ensure compliance with the Franchising Code of Conduct, according to a proposed increase of powers to raise the stakes from 1 January 2015.
App keeps franchisees out of the dog house
With the use of tablets continuing to rise, more SMB owners are looking at how they can use them to effectively conduct business.
Mumpreneur bringing ease to family travel
A Melbourne nurse turned ‘mumpreneur’ has franchised her business, making travelling with young children just that little bit easier.
The entrepreneur making lunchtime healthy
It’s been a big decade for Sumo Salad founder Luke Baylis. Since opening his first store in 2003, the health conscious entrepreneur has changed the way Australians eat lunch – and grown his business into a fast food staple.
A salt of the earth entrepreneur
After seeing how salt therapy helped his father overcome chronic respiratory illness, Irishman David Lindsay decided to bring the therapy back to his adopted homeland.
How to continue to delight in tough times
The Bakers Delight franchise is thriving when many businesses are struggling, and the boss of this organisation is sharing its secrets to success.
Anytime Fitness celebrates 300th franchise territory sale
Anytime Fitness has now sold 300 franchises territories in the three years since launching in Australia, and local master franchisees Justin McDonell and Jacinta McDonell-Jimenez don’t expect growth to slow any time soon.
Workplace regulator reaches out to franchises
The Fair Work Ombudsman is asking franchises to take part in its National Franchise Program (NFP), designed to improve compliance with workplace laws across their network.
Sorting the franchisor gold from the fools
With over 1,000 franchise systems in Australia, it can be tricky to figure out which will be a winner. Kristy Sheppard has some advice for choosing the franchise that’s right for you.
Former monk takes out Muffin Break competition
A meditation expert and former monk has won the ‘Big Break’ competition, taking home $25,000 for creating the winning 30-second television commercial for Muffin Break.
From family business to franchise phenomenon
Your Friday Entrepreneur this week features the founder of the Crust pizza franchise phenomenon, Costa Anastasiadis.
Health and beauty franchise in receivership
Healthzone Limited has been placed into receivership, though the business’ 80 franchised and 30 company-owned stores are continuing to trade as normal while PPB receivers and managers prepare the business for sale.
Jamaica Blue café’s undergo revamp
The Jamaica Blue franchise has begun rolling out its new-look cafes, which have been designed to better reflect the Caribbean heritage of the brand.
Muffin Break launches TVC competition
Muffin Break has teamed up with Channel Nine’s Today Show to give aspiring filmmakers the opportunity to produce their own Muffin Break TV advertisement and win over $35,000 in cash and prizes.
Crust Pizza co-founders celebrate milestone
The co-founders behind the successful Crust Pizza franchise, Michael Logos and Costa Anastasiadis, celebrated a double milestone last week, opening their 100th store in Queensland and marking the 10th anniversary of their business.
Anytime Fitness opens 100th club
Anytime Fitness Australia franchisee Steve Rollings has helped the company reach a milestone, by opening its 100th club in Thornton, NSW on 1 October.
Hairhouse Warehouse recognised for franchising excellence
Hairhouse Warehouse has received three finalist nominations in this year’s Excellence in Franchising Awards.
Crust takes off at Sydney International Airport
The Crust franchise has opened an ‘al Taglio’ (pizza by the slice) Gourmet Pizza Bar in the Sydney International Airport food court, as the company embarks on an aggressive expansion plan.
Snap franchise appoints new CEO
Snap Franchising Linited (SFL) has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer, with current COO Stephen Edwards to take up the post from 1 November. The company also detailed a transition of its corporate team from Perth to Sydney.
The icing on the cake
Your Friday Entrepreneur Fix this week features the husband and wife team behind The Cupcake Bakery, Alex and Angela Perry.
Waffle franchise lands Macarthur region
The first Jas My Waffles franchise location has been decided, with residents in the Macarthur region welcoming the franchise’s arrival at the Narellan Town Centre food court.