Starting a business may be a lifelong dream, but it can also be daunting. Franchising can seem like a great alternative, since some of the work — a business model, location, processes, and much else — has already been perfected by someone else. On the surface, at least, a franchise […]
The National Association of Women Business Owners paints an encouraging picture; there are more than 11.6 million woman-owned businesses in the United States, employing almost 9 million people and generating 1.7 trillion dollars in sales. For all the benefits to their owners, employees, and the economy, however, many women find […]