Top ten ways to protect your employees from scams
40% of all crime in the UK is fraud related. Yet whenever we talk to people about fraud and scams, they immediately joke about calls from BT about their internet […] more»
Franchising
Whether you're an aspiring business owner looking to buy into an established brand, or proven enterprise builder looking to expand your empire, franchising presents an exciting opportunity to do both. Learn from successful case studies, experienced advisors and industry news.
The pros and cons of online legal templates
Award-winning solicitor and founder of A City Law Firm Karen Holden explains the pros and cons of online legal templates. The internet affords many businesses a wide range of online […] more»
I want to bring my franchise to the UK do I need to run a pilot operation?
If you're running a profitable franchise overseas, is that success guaranteed to transfer in the UK? more»
International Women’s Day 2019: Trailblazer women in franchising
International Women's Day is the perfect time to praise the record achievements made by trailblazing females in the franchising industry. more»
Strategies for being on top of innovation in the franchise system
Ready to take on a new year of franchise success? Guide innovation into your business in 2019 with these tips. more»
What small businesses can learn from the McDonald’s Big Mac? trademark battle
Whilst the headlines really grab our attention, the true story of Supermac's trademark victory is a little different. more»
Make January the month to prepare for a franchise exhibition
Pip Wilkins, CEO of the British Franchise Association (bfa), is adamant that you cast away the January blues and begin your franchise journey with a bang. more»
“Something for everyone”: Why franchising is the future in 2019
I have worked for the British Franchise Association for 20 years, and year on year I have seen the franchising industry grow, not only economically, but also in its diversification and its general culture. more»
The future is franchising: How working in the industry is enabling the next generation of franchisees
Pip Wilkins, CEO of the British Franchise Association (bfa), explains why franchising is a reduced-risk business option for entrepreneurs, before interviewing a multi-unit franchisee about his journey. more»
“I only focus on situations I can influence”: ActionCOACH owner on handling setbacks
As part of our Women in Micro Business series, we sat down with Lucy Cameron, a business owner at coaching franchise ActionCOACH, to find out how the UK can create more female business leaders, and how she has learnt to deal with setbacks. more»
