http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/resources.htm Bringing franchising information, expertise and advice - from around the world - to one place. en-us Copyright 2007 Franchise-chat.com callum@franchise-chat.com info@franchise-chat.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 1440 http://www.franchise-chat.com/images/fclogo-sml.gif http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/resources.htm Franchise-chat.com - Dedicated to world franchise news, discussion and information 140 35 http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/the_e_factor.htm Corporate psychologist Greg Nathan talks about the relationship between franchisors and franchisees. Read about what Greg identifies as the six stages of franchise relationships. This model will be of interest to prospective and existing franchisors and franchisees. Greg Nathan <gnathan@franchiserelationships.com> Buying a Franchise Sat, 28 Jun 2008 22:20:23 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/online_search_tactics.htm Learning about franchising and finding the ideal franchise needn't be the arduous task it was 10 years ago. Pamela Gold explains how many stages of the selection process can be undertaken online. Pamela Gold <pam@franchisesolutions.com> Buying a Franchise Sat, 21 Jun 2008 06:32:15 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/the_right_marketing_materials.htm It starts with the development of the story, which should percolate through the marketing materials, like the franchise brochures, website, newsletters and videos. CEO of iFranchise Group, Mark Siebert, shares his knowledge of the essentials. Mark Siebert <msiebert@ifranchise.net> Franchise System Management Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:32:14 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/franchising_in_australia_and_new_zealand.htm Callum Floyd explains why Australia and New Zealand should not be overlooked as international franchise markets. Dr Callum Floyd <info@franchise-chat.com> International Franchising Sat, 07 Jun 2008 06:09:44 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/china_franchising.htm Returning from a recent trip, Jerry Wilkerson explains the huge potential (and complex challenges) encountered by foreign franchisors entering China. Jerry Wilkerson <franchise@att.net> International Franchising Fri, 30 May 2008 22:49:29 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/how_healthy_are_your_franchise_relationships.htm In this article Greg Nathan explains the 6 reasons why franchise relationships get strained and applies the old adage "if you can’t measure it you can’t manage it." Greg Nathan <gnathan@franchiserelationships.com> Franchise System Management Fri, 23 May 2008 18:54:25 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/taking_on_the_uk.htm This article outlines a range of key factors and decisions to consider when evaluating international franchising in the UK and Europe. Brian Duckett <brian@horwathfranchising.co.uk> International Franchising Fri, 16 May 2008 19:39:11 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/franchising_your_business.htm How do you tell when a business 'franchisable'? What are the benefits of franchising, and what is involved? In this article Mark draws on his experience in franchising to explore each of these issues. Mark Siebert <msiebert@ifranchise.net> Franchising a Business Sat, 10 May 2008 06:21:04 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/invincible_franchises_face_tough_challenges.htm What makes a franchise successful today may not work tommorrow. This article explores four key trends and challenges that are forcing many big names to change operating practices and product/service offerings. Dr Callum Floyd <info@franchise-chat.com> Surveys and Trends Sat, 03 May 2008 04:57:32 GMT http://www.franchise-chat.com/resources/maintaining_a_profitable_workforce.htm In this article Jerry Wilkerson explains how progressive franchisors encourage and stimulate their employees to think and grow with the system. Jerry Wilkerson <franchise@att.net> Franchising a Business Thu, 24 Apr 2008 18:47:20 GMT