Every year around this time, we see the same pattern. Business owners start planning for the new year, upgrading their tools, automating more of their workflow, and now, leaning on AI to streamline whatever can be streamlined

As a multi-unit franchisee who has opened new salons and purchased both thriving and poorly performing locations, one of the most common questions I get from prospective and expanding franchisees is whether I recommend purchasing an existing location or building a brand-new one

Every December, a lot of franchisors convince themselves business activity stops. But what we have seen is the opposite

The most dangerous person in franchising is not the underfunded buyer or the bad location

In a year when many sectors across Canada grappled with inflation, tightening credit conditions and uneven consumer spending, franchising once again proved its strength.

Franchise systems are built on consistency. It is the promise that customers can expect the same experience, no matter which location they visit

Every franchise brochure promises a turnkey business and a beach vacation. Let’s translate the slick marketing slogans into what they actually mean for you

Every franchise brand has its top performers — the franchisees who seem to soar from day one, building profitable, well-run operations while others are still finding their footing.

When a franchise fails, people often act surprised. “Must’ve been the market.” “Wrong location.” “Poor economy.”

Forget the usual suspects—growth-minded brands are winning big in communities where local trust, lower costs, and lifestyle appeal collide

In franchising, timing can make or break your growth. Open too early and you might face cash flow crunches before sales pick up. Expand too late and you could miss the momentum that keeps your brand fresh and in demand