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Catch the Franchise Fever
Did you know that a new franchise outlet opens every eight minutes of each business day in the United States? You are surrounded by franchises every day. Have you ever wondered if franchising is right for you?
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Questions? Call Cheryl R. Babcock, CFE at 954.262.5071
Schedule  top
If you are interested in attending a "Catch the Franchise Fever" seminar, please send us an e-mail with your name, address and telephone number and we will notify you of the date for the next session.
Course Descriptions top
This two-hour workshop for prospective franchisees covers the who, what, where, why, when and how of getting into a franchise. The workshop gives you the objective, accurate information you need to help you determine whether franchising is right for you. This workshop will cover both the basics of investigation and legal requirements you'll want to review carefully before you commit to owning a franchise.
Who…should get into franchising? Profile of a successful franchisee. Self-test for determining whether a franchise is for you.
What…is a franchise? Overview of the industry.
Where… can I get franchise information? Using the World Wide Web. FREE directory of franchise resources.
Why…should I consider a franchise relationship? Advantages and challenges for the franchisee. Advantages and challenges for the franchisor. Fees and start-up costs.
When…is a franchise appropriate? Business climate. Potential for growth. Types of franchises.
How…do I become a franchisee? Investigating a franchise. Franchise financing. Legal information. Franchise support and training.
What You Will Learn top
- Look at critical legal issues in the UFOC
- Evaluate elements of a successful franchisee profile
- Obtain reliable financial information
- Find resources for franchise financing
- Become familiar with the FTC Rule and how it affects your business
- Quiz a franchisor
- Plan for your exit strategy
Instructor / Presenter top
Cheryl R. Babcock, CFE, has developed programs for, and worked with, franchise professionals in the U.S. and around the world. She is the founding director of Nova Southeastern University's International Institute for Franchise Education and a former Subway franchisee and field representative. She is a member of the original panel of experts in a monthly feature of Success magazine entitled Can This Business Be Franchised? She has been awarded the Edwin M. Appel prize from the Price-Babson College Fellows Program for bringing entrepreneurial vitality to academe and a recipient of the Free Enterprise Award from the International Franchise Association for the programming she developed in the Institute for Franchise Management at the University of St. Thomas.
Frequently Asked Questions top
- Can I take Catch the Franchise Fever if I am just starting to investigate buying a franchise?
Yes. The seminar will cover both the basics of investigation and legal requirements you’ll want to review carefully before you commit to buying a franchise.
- I’ve already done most of my homework and am about to buy a franchise. How can I benefit from attending Catch the Franchise Fever?
When you are committing a substantial portion of your life’s financial resources to a business, you want to take advantage of every learning opportunity you can get. You will get tips from the other students in the seminar, and you may find some legal twists you have overlooked or hadn’t thought about. It’s a low-cost way of getting more assurance about your plans from franchise experts.
- Do you offer any seminar discounts for business partners?
Yes. The cost of Catch the Franchise Fever is $59 for one person and $79 for two people attending together.
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