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Did You Know.. Franchise Trivia

Did You Know.. Franchise Trivia

1. That the growth rate of local franchise businesses in 1997 was 34 percent and by 2003 it reached to a total of 178
2. That the first foreign franchise is Singer Sewing Machine in 1910 and followed by AW Rootbeer and KFC in 1965
3. That 76 percent of franchise fees in the Philippines is P500,00 [...]

Tips & Traps in Franchise Investment and Responsible Franchising Seminars

Tips and Traps in Franchise Investment, World Trade Center, September 19, 2008
Before you part with your hard earned money in a franchise business, attend this seminar so you can be guided into using certain tools that will help you assess and evaluate franchise offerings in the market. Hear out the “Franchise Guru” of the Philippines [...]

The 7th Filipino Franchise Show 2008

The 7th Filipino Franchise Show 2008

The Association of Filipino Franchiser, Inc. (AFFI) is pleased to announce the staging of the 7th Filipino Franchise Show on Sept. 19-21, 2008. With Trade Advertising Exhibitions and Conventions International, Inc. (TradeCon, INC.) as our event organizer, this annual trade exposition will be held at the World Trade Center, Metro Manila, Philippines.

6 Step Process of Getting a Franchise

6 Step Process of Getting a Franchise

There are variations from franchisor to franchisor, but the franchise sales process is generally made up of six major steps:
1. Initial Contact
You try a new restaurant and you enjoy the experience – the atmosphere, the interiors, and of course, the food. You are so impressed that you decide to ask if they are selling franchises. [...]

Are You a Franchisee Material? Follower or Trail Blazer?

Are You a Franchisee Material? Follower or Trail Blazer?

Are you a person who likes to set his own way of doing things or will you be comfortable with following a set of procedures defined by somebody else? Franchisees are more of the latter. They are obligated to follow systems and procedures defined by the Franchisor. This ensures uniformity across different outlets. If you [...]

Tips in Finding Success in Franchise

Tips in Finding Success in Franchise

Becoming an entrepreneur is an exciting and daunting prospect because while you get to enjoy the benefit of being your own boss, you also carry the risk of a failed business venture.
Many neophyte businessmen have run the risk of trying out new ideas and business concepts on their own, only to run out of steam [...]

Global Growth of Franchise Opportunities Including Philippines

Global Growth of Franchise Opportunities Including Philippines

As franchise opportunities continue to grow all over the United States, similar growth is taking place in this industry worldwide. My Franchise Center, a Web site that provides franchise information and assistance to those interested in this industry, has noticed that the increase in business opportunities for franchisees in the Philippines has been particularly drastic. [...]