The 2010 Fast 55

This is the 7th year that FRANdata has compiled a list of the 55 fastest growing young franchises. In order to qualify, companies cannot have been franchising for more than 5 years. Given the economy, it's not too surprising to see that 11 of the top 55 fastest growing franchises come from the Health & Fitness industry and 6 come from Maintenance Services. These industries are classically recession-resistant; people are always concerned about their health, the population is aging, and cleaning/maintenance is always needed.

You can check out the full list here. Meta-Franchise Consulting is proud to represent several companies on the list including: Roni Deutch Tax Center, BrightStar Healthcare, The Utility Company, Senior Helpers, Snap Fitness, Synergy HomeCare, Ductz, and Stratus Building Solutions.

Meta-Franchise Consulting is standing by, ready to help you figure out which franchise system is the best fit for you.

Franchises are Good Investments in a Tough Economy

In an uncertain economic environment, a franchise opportunity can be a smart investment for the business-minded.

Every year, thousands of Americans invest in franchises as a gateway to business ownership, the Houston Chronicle writes. But a franchise requires a certain personality type and character traits that are not always matched with independent business ownership.

If investors are looking for a stable investment with relatively low risk, a franchise may be the best choice, the paper reports. Franchisees are encouraged to work within the already existing system - investors will not be required to try out new ideas or test innovative strategies.

Additionally, the most successful franchisees rely on the franchisor support staff and fellow franchisees for advice. A willingness to ask questions and admit when help is needed are key traits for team-building.

Franchises can be a path to financial independence and stability for many individuals. Franchising.com estimates that franchise businesses generate $2.3 trillion in sales in the U.S. each year.

Please contact Meta-Franchise Consulting at http://www.metafranchiseconsulting.com/ or metafranchiseconsulting@gmail.com to learn more about how we can help you find the best franchise that meets your requirements.

Inhibitors to Becoming a Franchisee

The following audio file discusses the concept of Franchising, as well as the normal factors that inhibit individuals from pursuing their dream of controlling their own destiny, and owning their own business. There are also discussions about:

1) Fear of Change
2) Fear of Failure
3) Fear of the Unknown
4) It's Not The Right Time
5) Effect of Naysayers and Other Firehosers
6) Financial Constraints

While surveys show that 70% of individuals would like to own a business, only a small portion of those people actually take the bold step to become an entrepreneur.

Check out the podcast, titled Inhibitors to Becoming a Franchisee

It is an interview with Dennis Schooley, founder of Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants. For more information about Schooley Mitchell, contact Meta-Franchise Consulting.

Pie-Eyed for zpizza

Check out this great article from the Humane Society of the United States about their new alliance with zpizza. Zpizza is a leader in the gourmet and health-conscious pizza segment. They are a fast casual chain focused on delivering a fresh and unique approach to pizza. The Humane Society of the United States has teamed up with zpizza to expand their meat-free menu options. Customers can even choose non-dairy cheese!

Contact Meta-Franchise Consulting for more information on how you can be part of this exciting brand.

Before there's a Franchise, there's a Concept

As the owner of a franchise consulting business, I know a lot about franchise concepts that are available to my clients today. Everyday I talk to Franchisors that are well established with great brands and interesting concepts. I had not spent much time thinking about how they got here. At least not until this week...

Through my network I was introduced to small business owner who runs a unique self-serve frozen yogurt shop. He and his business partners have differentiated themselves from the competition on product quality, business model, and atmosphere. They are passionate about their business and have aggressive growth goals. What better way to meet those goals than through franchising? When I got a call asking for help, I was very excited. Here was my opportunity to help someone grow their business AND learn a new aspect of the franchising industry.

The Franchise Alliance, of which Meta-Franchise Consulting is a member, provides two complimentary services to businesses. We help Franchisors find Franchisees. We also help business owners become Franchisors. The journey from concept to franchise is complex and costly, and it can be even more costly if done incorrectly. There's the legal side: franchise agreements, franchise disclosure documents, special state registrations, and trademarks. There's the business side: strategic planning, business plans, marketing, and branding. Then there's the operations side: operations manuals,training manuals, and sourcing. All of this to create a turn-key business that potential franchisees will want to buy. If you've never done it before, it can be intimidating. The Franchise Alliance has repeatedly done it successfully and can be a potential Franchisor's business partner for success.

I am looking forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with the self-serve frozen yogurt shop. First we'll establish the Franchisor then we'll find Franchisees to turn their 1 successful shop into a national household brand.

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