Comments on: Top 500 Franchises of 2009 from Entrepreneur.com

By: Matthew

Matthew — Wed, 18 May 2011 18:32:12 +0000

@ Shuan A franchise system may work better in many cases than setting up your own business but it is still the case that with the small to medium level franchised businesses the churn rate can be quite high and a prospective franchisee needs to understand that they do stand a chance of the business not working from top management nevermind their own ground level, they may be a franchise owner but they will never be a true business owner. That said, I support the franchise industry and do believe it has a lot of quality to offer. Take a look at my Franchises website to see what I do. All the best, Matthew

By: Lucy

Lucy — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:00:50 +0000

Shaun, thanks for the link. It is important that people get good advice before taking on a business, whether a franchise or not, perhaps particularly in the current environment. It isn’t for everyone, though as Philip says, it can work well for many.

It’s interesting to see the differing views that LaQuinta and Scott have about the McDonald’s coffee. Perhaps the coffee improved since Scott’s comment, but there’s definitely different tastes in coffee!

By: Shaun

Shaun — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:54:52 +0000

It is surprising to find out that even with the economic situation, the franchising market is still holding relatively strong against the recession. Some are doing better than others, but I agree with Philip in believing the franchise system does work better than setting up your own business. It is very important if you want to go into franchising to make sure you know all the facts before commiting, but there are websites like FranchiseSales.co.uk, which has both available franchises to buy and advice to aid you in making the right decision.

By: LaQuinta Bryant

LaQuinta Bryant — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:56:32 +0000

It is no suprise to me that McDonalds is number 2. There new McCafe cofee is delicious. They are really giving Starbucks a run for there breakfast dollars. Think about it where else can u go and get a delicious breakfast meal and a mocha at the same time. I really like how McDonalds is expanding

By: Philip Morgan

Philip Morgan — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 18:02:51 +0000

I believe the Franchise system works..a proven business model that works..Take for example- Planet Smoothie and Shanes Rib Shack.,

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