How to Franchise a Business in 3 Simple Steps

by Marisa Cioffi | May 7, 2018 | Blog, Building a Business, Franchise Development

Owning a thriving small business is an accomplishment in itself, but growing that business with multiple locations is an even larger goal. At AFI, we talk to business owners all the time who want to take that next step but they don’t know how. The good news? You...

How to Grow Your Business One Franchise at a Time

by Marisa Cioffi | Sep 10, 2017 | Building a Business

Franchising is a great opportunity to turn your business into something more than it is now. No matter how much success you have achieved, if you have not grown, you are not going to ever reach the point you have dreamed of. Franchising offers a path to unlimited...

Worried about Franchise Regulations? Learn the 3 Things You Need to Know to Start a Franchise

by Marisa Cioffi | Jul 28, 2017 | Building a Business

Business regulations, especially franchise regulations, can be intimidating. As any business owner will tell you, there will be at least one time – probably more – when you are going to feel as if your hands are tied. It helps to know what you are up against before...

How to Know If Your Business Is Right for Franchising

by Marisa Cioffi | May 10, 2017 | Building a Business

Our franchise feasibility study is a great way to determine whether or not franchising is right for your business. What are some of the factors that need to be present in order to build a successful franchise and franchise your business? Duplicating Your System and...

How to Build a Franchise System from Scratch

by Marisa Cioffi | Mar 20, 2017 | Building a Business

It takes a lot to build a successful franchise, and a brand differentiation and to help others do the same within your system. The average business owner – savvy as they might be – has no idea what it takes to transition from what they have now to a franchise. To...

What Are the Franchising Keys to Success?

by Marisa Cioffi | Dec 2, 2016 | Building a Business

Franchising is a balancing act. In addition to creating a successful business, you must be able to take that concept and create systems, a growth plan, and a marketing strategy. But that’s not all. You also need to be an effective leader, find capable franchisees, and...