February 06, 2012
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The Entrepreneur's Source Encourages Individuals to Be Confident in Business Ownership

According to articles posted on business sites discussing job trends of the future, tomorrow's employers will put a premium on skilled and semi-skilled workers, especially in computers, health care, science and technology.

Strength in Numbers: Murphy Business & Financial Corporation Creates Collaborative Culture to Benefit Brand's Franchisees and Regional Developers

Check your egos at the door. It's not a mandate you'll ever hear Roger Murphy say, but it does define a key component of Murphy Business & Financial Corporation's (Murphy Business) ascent to the top of North America

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The Future is in Self Sufficiency

According to articles posted on business sites discussing job trends of the future, tomorrow's employers will put a premium on skilled and semi-skilled workers, especially in computers, health care, science and technology.

Snag A Job is Best Small Company to Work For in America

Snagajob, hourly job experts with the world's largest online community of hourly workers and a leading provider of workforce solutions for employers, helps its customers maximize employee potential and has been recognized for maximizing its own...

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The Entrepreneur's Source Helps Budding Entrepreneurs Identify the Right Business Opportunity at the Western Franchise & Business Expo

With an increasing number of individuals choosing to ride the wave of the economy's recovery through entrepreneurship, a ″New Normal″ has emerged.

FranNet Sees Increase in Child Education Franchises

FranNet, a national franchise consulting firm that helps corporate workers transition to franchise ownership, has seen a sharp increase in openings of new child education franchises.

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Franchise Industry Announces Veteran Hiring Commitments

In support of "Operations Enduring Opportunity," a campaign sponsored by The White House and The International Franchise Association (IFA), the 250 franchise business coaches of The Entrepreneur's Source (TES) are reaching out to help our veterans...

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The Entrepreneur's Source Selected as One of Top 50 Franchises for Minorities

The Entrepreneur's Source (E-Source), the franchise industry's leading career and business coaching company, today announced it was selected by the National Minority Franchising Initiative (NMFI) as one of the nation

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The Entrepreneur's Source Helps Budding Entrepreneurs Identify the Right Business Opportunity at the Northeast Franchise & Business Expo

The New Career Economy(R) has resulted in an increasing number of individuals choosing to build a future for themselves and their family through entrepreneurship.

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The Entrepreneur's Source Named Educational Sponsor of Franchising Industry's Certification Program

Recognized as a dominant force in U.S. business development, The Entrepreneurs Source, with more than 25 years of experience supporting growth-focused franchise companies, today announced its sponsorship of the International Franchise Associations Institu

IFA Urges Senate To Act On Small Business Lending Bill

The International Franchise Association has urged the Senate to include a substitute amendment to the Small Business Lending Fund Act (H.R. 5297) that extends important provisions first enacted by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and modernizes

Proposed Labor Regulations Will Raise Health Care Costs on Seniors, Hinder Job Creation by Fast-Growing Sector of Franchising

The International Franchise Association today opposed new regulations proposed by the Obama Administration to eliminate an exemption to overtime requirements for workers in the home care industry.

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The Entrepreneur's Source and AdviCoach Named to the 2011 AllBusiness "AllStar Franchise" Rankings

AllBusiness has named FranchisEsource Brands International's (FSBI) The Entrepreneur's Source® and AdviCoach® to its third annual "AllStar Franchise" rankings. The comprehensive listing spotlights the nation's top 300 franchise companies.

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The Entrepreneur's Source Spotlights 2011 Franchise Trends

For those searching for their entrepreneurial dream, The Entrepreneur's Source (www.entrepreneurssource.com), a leading business coaching company, suggests that the list of what's hot in franchising might be of interest. Published by Entrepreneur Magazine

Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any Economy

Despite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive.

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The Entrepreneur's Source(R) Provides Franchisors a Passport to Overseas Growth

Recognized as a dominant force in U.S. business development with more than 25 years of experience supporting growth-focused franchise companies, The Entrepreneur's Source (TES) announced today the expansion of its international division. Focused on franch

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The Entrepreneur's Source: Securing a Business Loan Using Multiple Borrowing Options

Economic indicators of late are showing that small business lending is on the rise. That's good news! However, to secure the money needed to get their business off the ground, there is more that prospective franchisees or business owners can do to help en

IFA To Launch Campaign To Recruit And Hire Veterans For Careers In Franchising

On Thursday, Nov. 10, IFA President & CEO Steve Caldeira and franchise business leaders will launch ″Operation Enduring Opportunity″.

U.s. Department Of Commerce Recognizes IFA's Efforts To Help Franchise Companies Grow In Foreign Markets

The International Franchise Association has received the Peace Through Commerce Award from the International Trade Administration and the U.S. Department of Commerce, recognizing IFA's work to help U.S. franchisors expand their brands to foreign markets,.

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ZorSource(TM) MasterMind Program Takes Franchise Development Teams from Frustration to Freedom

With the face of America's franchise investor rapidly changing from experienced entrepreneur to transitioning corporate professional seeking to replace income, ZorSource, franchisor's one source resource powered by The Entrepreneur's Source®, is offer

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The Entrepreneur's Source Offers Holiday Gift Ideas

Business coaches with The Entrepreneur's Source (TES) have some budget-friendly gift giving suggestions to help shoppers ″seal the deal″ for the small or independent business owners on their holiday gift lists this season.

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The Entrepreneur's Source Helps Budding Entrepreneurs Identify the Right Business Opportunity at the Midwest Showcase

With an increasing number of individuals choosing to ride the wave of the economy's recovery through entrepreneurship, a "New Normal" has emerged. As part of their personal and professional discovery process in this new reality, Midwestern U.S. profession

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International Franchise Association Certifies The Entrepreneur's Source's FAST(TM) Program for CFE Credits

The Entrepreneur's Source® (E-Source), the franchise industry's leading career and business coaching company, announced today that the International Franchise Association (IFA) has recognized the Franchise Accelerated Success Training Program™ (

Pre-emption Of State And Local Menu Labeling Laws Good News For Franchise Restaurants

Federal government pre-emption of state and local menu labeling regulations included in the health care reform legislation will provide more regulatory certainty to franchise chain restaurants and offer consumers consistent nutritional information...

FranNet 2012 Trend Predictions: Franchise Industry Will Continue to Grow

The nation's job market will continue to struggle in 2012, opening more opportunities for former corporate executives and managers to reinvent their careers as franchise owners, say the franchise experts at FranNet.

FINRA Panel Awards Firm Client Intevac Full Return on ARS Purchase From Citigroup

Citigroup Incorporated must buy back at par student loan auction rate securities purchased by Faegre & Benson LLP client Intevac Inc.

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The Entrepreneur's Source(R) Named to 2010 'Hot 100 Franchise List'

The Entrepreneur's Source (TES), the leading career and business coaching company with more than 230 offices in the United States and Canada, has been ranked 10th among all franchises on the RedHotFranchises.com 2010 "Hot 100 Franchise List...

"Partner" On-Call Network honors Jeff Smith, "Partner" of the Year

"Partner" On-Call Network announced the "Partner" of the Year award won for the second year by Indiana business consultant, Jeff Smith. Known as a member of "The Done Deal Team," Smith serves clients as a Business Buyer Advocate and a "Partner" On-Call.

"Partner" On-Call Network ® announces its first Washington State franchisee: John Martinka

A Business Buyer Protection Report ™ is free at John Martinka's website: PartnerOnCall.com/ johnmartinka. Already serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Martinka aims for done deals as "Business Buyer Advoca

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The Entrepreneur's Source Anounces An Invitation No Franchisor Should Refuse:

The sheer pace of professionals making the move to entrepreneurship is extraordinary. Millions are creating new businesses for themselves at a tempo surpassing even last decade's tech boom (Kauffman Index of Entrepreneurial Activity).

Small Business Development Center Turns to FranNet and Franchising to Help Create Georgia Jobs

The Georgia Small Business Development Center network is turning to the franchise industry to help create much-needed jobs.

"Partner" On-Call Network ® announces its first Arizona franchisee: Austin Patterson

A Business Buyer Protection Report ™ is free at PartnerOnCall.com/austinpatterson. Serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Austin Patterson aims for done deals as a "Business Buyer Advocate"™.

IFA Formalizes Platform To Help Professional Athletes Become Franchisees

The International Franchise Association (IFA) and the Professional Athlete Franchise Initiative (PAFI) today announced a new Memorandum of Understanding to further enhance their partnership to provide a centralized platform for athletes seeking to get...

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Executives Embark on Second Careers in Tough Economy

For many people, searching for the next career move in today's rocky economy can be likened to pulling teeth. As more and more companies are being forced to tighten their budgets and cut staff - as in the recent loss of positions in the financial...

"Partner" On-Call Network ® announces its first Illinois franchisee: Lee A. Dahmer

A Business Buyer Protection Report ™ is free at Lee A. Dahmer's website: PartnerOnCall.com/leedahmer. Already serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Dahmer aims for done deals as a "Business Buyer Advocate&q

United Franchise Group (UFG) Launches Plan Ahead Events

United Franchise Group (www.unitedfranchisegroup.com), a company that specializes in franchise development and services, has launched Plan Ahead Events, the first home-based franchise in the corporate meetings and events industry.

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TES Ranks in the Franchise 500 For Seven Consecutive Years As Market Domination Continues

The Entrepreneur’s Source (TES) continues to be the standards-setter for career coaching as it’s once again honored by Entrepreneur Magazine ranking it in the Franchise 500 for 2007.

Maggiano's Little Italy(R) Franchise Helps Make Wishes Come True by Raising $500,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation(R)

Maggiano's Little Italy announced today it raised more than $500,000 to help grant the wishes of more than 65 children during its seventh annual "Eat-A-Dish for Make-A-Wish" campaign. The program ran April 15 through May 26 with proceeds directly benefitt

Barberitos gets serious about franchising

A former franchise professional for some of the nation's top emerging chains, Bruce Holzman has joined Mexican cantina Barberitos as vice president of franchise sales.

FranNet Makes INC Magazine's List of Top 10 Franchises

FranNet, a national network of franchise consultants, has made the list of "Top 10 Franchises" in the 2011 INC 500, Inc. magazine's annual list of the fastest-growing privately held American companies.

Franchising Booms for FranNet, Boosts Economic Recovery and Job Creation

Franchising is the economy's superstar. Growth of new franchised businesses is helping lift a still-sluggish economy, creating jobs and providing new options to corporate workers wanting a change.

IFA, SBA To Highlight Plans To Help Veterans Own Franchsises At The Ups Store In Boston

On Friday, Nov. 11, Steve Caldeira, President & CEO of the International Franchise Association (IFA), will join SBA Administrator Karen Mills, Massachusetts Lt. Governor Tim Murray, Stuart Mathis, President of The UPS Store

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The Entrepreneur's Source: Using the Right Resources to Find the Right Franchise

Aspiring business owners don't need to go it alone when searching for the American dream of business ownership. With today's sophisticated technology and support networks available, soon-to-be entrepreneurs just need to know where to go.

Business Coaching Thrives Despite the Economic Downturn:

The Growth Coach, the only pure business coaching franchise system with the single purpose of helping drive the success and balance the lives of small business owners, has coached its way to the top, earning a spot on the acclaimed 2009 edition of...

IFA Announces Facebook as New Member; Will offer Franchise Small Businesses Tools to Spur Job Creation

The International Franchise Association, representing the nation's over 825,000 franchise establishments, nearly 18 million jobs and over $2.1 trillion in economic output, today announced that Facebook, the world's largest social networking site with...

The Growth Coach(R) Franchise Offers $5,000 Referral Fee

As traditional advertising and broker relationships continue to get more expensive but less effective at generating quality franchise leads, The Growth Coach, a national franchise of small business coaches in more than 140 markets, is breaking away...

BrightStar Franchise Becomes First Approved Franchise System to Receive Credit Facility from New SBA Guaranteed Lending Program

BrightStar , the first franchising company in the United States to specialize in both medical and non-medical care and healthcare staffing, announced today that it has become the first franchisor to receive a credit facility from a new SBA guaranteed lend

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Look Outside of Your Comfort Zone When Exploring Business Ownership, Says Business Coaches With The Entrepreneur's Source

For many experienced professionals, finding a job in today's economy can be very tough. Business owners, of both large and small companies, are focused on the bottom line more so than hiring new talent.

Small Business Franchise Owners Reach for Success Despite Gloomy Economy

Although retailers are licking their wounds after reporting their worst holiday shopping seasons in years and President Obama began working on an economic stimulus package long before his inauguration, not everyone is bemoaning the current economy.

"Partner" On-Call Network announces its second Washington State franchisee: Dennis Hebert

A Business Buyer Protection Report ® is free at PartnerOnCall.com/DennisHebert. Serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Dennis Hebert aims for done deals as a "Business Buyer Advocate" ®.


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Features & Special Reports

Creating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation Strategy

For many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago.

New Highlights from the 2012 AFDR

In the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report.

Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond Price

When sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances.

The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!

This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them.

The Winner's Column - February 2012

As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas.

Jim Collins to Keynote 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference

Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine announced today that Jim Collins, business expert and best-selling author, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC).

Growing Up Franchising: Sam Covelli Develops Both His Brands And Employees

Sam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Under his father's leadership, Covelli Enterprises eventually grew to 26 locations, one of the largest McDonald's franchisees in the country.

Members Only: Ray Harrigill Builds A Successful Membership-Based Business Model

Ray Harrigill believes in diversification. His Sunray Companies has restaurants (Bumpers Drive-In), tanning salons (Palm Beach Tan), fitness centers (Koko FitClub), and hotel properties (Hampton Inn), to name a few. That's because of lessons he's learned along the way.

Creating Jobs: Zane Tankel Is Taking Matters Into His Own Hands

Zane Tankel is not waiting on any government job programs to help his business.

CMO Roundtable - Using Profiling to Retain More Customers

What are some fresh, innovative ways you are using profiling, targeting,<br /> and loyalty programs to acquire and retain more customers?

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