Posts Tagged ‘Jim Amos IFA’
Reflections On a National Tragedy
Sandy Hook shooting is a sign of a culture in need of loving repair What is there to say in the face of the unspeakable horror that visited Sandy Hook Elementary School? A lot of fingers have been pointed, and blame has being assigned: Gun-control laws should be stricter … the mentally ill […]
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Four Franchising Trends for 2013
New laws, tight lending will influence franchise landscape The lending and regulatory environment continued to weigh on franchising in 2012. The International Franchise Association recently lowered its expectations for the year, saying it expects 11,000 new franchise locations to open by Dec. 31, down from an earlier projection of 14,000. How will the […]
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What Election Results Mean to the Franchise Industry
Four concerns for small business after the election America spoke Tuesday night. Roughly half the country thrilled at the president’s re-election, and roughly the same number found themselves disappointed. For franchising and small businesses that continue to face uncertainty on tax rates and deal with an accelerated Obamacare implementation, nothing has changed. Many Americans believe […]
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What to Look for in a Franchisor
Trust and passion are critical to success The world of franchising is huge. People who are looking to start their own business can choose from a myriad of business models in nearly 100 industries — everything from tax preparation to shipping to home health care to restaurants or hotels. How do you gauge […]
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3 CEO Traps That You Can Escape by Having a Full Bookcase
Leaders must constantly broaden their perspective to stay relevant The number-one job of any leader is to become a lifelong learner. A leader cannot remain relevant unless he or she has something to give; without continuing growth, a leader has little new to give. All leaders are teachers and all teachers are readers. […]
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Q&A: Social Media Lessons For Business From Co-Authors of The Tasti D-Lite Way
New book shows how famed New York City business made social media part of its growth strategy Tasti D-Lite’s delicious low-calorie desserts have drawn a cult following in New York City since the company started in 1987. Its raving fans include celebrities and directors who have given it starring roles on episodes of Sex […]
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