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A walk on ... the safe side
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s you read this, the England squad may be well on the way to World Cup glory. At the time of my writing this, however, the national team
(sorry readers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) have played, and lost, one match so it’s equally possible that they’ve been knocked out in the group stages. I’m not putting money on either eventuality. Besides, I’m not a gambling woman, I have my vices, but placing bets isn’t one of them. If you’re similarly risk-averse, yet seeking ways to change your life and career, investing in a franchise is certainly a recommended direction. (I trust you enjoyed that rather tenuous segue as much as I did!) Unlike my colleagues here at the offi ce,
this issue of Business Franchise magazine is not gripped by World Cup fever or offering odds on the outcome. It does, however, have plenty of good advice on all aspects of franchising. Not least a detailed explanation on the subject of cash and profi t, a guide on what to look for in a brand and an expert’s take on how free, or not, franchisees are to sell their business on. This last may sound a
little premature – you haven’t even invested in a business yet, and you’re being told about how to sell it? Actually, the resale value of the franchise that you buy is in fact one of the main considerations and a major benefi t of this kind of business format – that you have a going concern at the end to profi t from. If you work hard and follow the franchisor’s tried-and-tested model, there’s a safe chance that this is what you’ll achieve. As well as profi les of ethical, quality
franchise brands and top-drawer advice, inside the mag there’s also a preview of the forthcoming Franchise Opportunities Live event taking place at its new home of Park Plaza Victoria, London, on 5 and 6 September. This bespoke event puts interested investors directly in front of the franchisors with matched meetings and a number of special features to help you make an informed franchise decision. I hope I’ll see you there!
Annie Blinkhorn Editor
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