Seize the day


moment something is ready, you should go for it! While no business decision


Annie Blinkhorn Editor


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ow's 2025 going for you? 'Quickly' is the word for me! By the time you read this the Summer Solstice


has been and gone and we’re making our way through the rest of the year! Now, more than ever, we should ‘seize the day’. Apparently, the literal translation of the Latin phrase Carpe Diem is closer to ‘pluck’ or ‘pick’ the day, as you would with ripe fruit – the implication being that the very


should ever be rushed, there’s a case for diving in and asking the ‘what if…?’ questions now you’ve had that ‘become-your- own-boss’ lightbulb moment! So, don’t let the grass grow under your feet when it comes to being well-informed and head to franchiseinfo.co.uk for your free download: ‘Beginner’s Guide to Franchising’ – a roadmap to kickstart your discovery journey. See p. 6 to fi nd out more about the guide and how to use it. Plus: later this year, the National


Franchise Exhibition returns to the NEC, Birmingham (3 & 4 October). A preview of the event, and how to register for free tickets, starts on page 16 – we can’t wait to see you there!


annie.blinkhorn@vmgl.com


BUSINESS FRANCHISE


EDITOR Annie Blinkhorn


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