Franchising Case Study: "Sir Speedy"
This clip describes the experience of a couple who elected to purchase a Sir Speedy printing franchise.
Franchising Opportunities
This clip explains that, by its very nature, franchising is a way of taking a successful business and packaging it in a system that can be duplicated. Franchises are popular with many entrepreneurs because they offer the chance to own and manage a b...
Potential Disadvantages of Buying Into a Franchise
This clip explains that, when buying a franchise, the entrepreneur gives up much of the freedom that comes with starting a new business. This must be weighed against the advantages of purchasing a franchise, which are considerable.
Big Picture, The
Personal selling offers a broad range of career opportunities requiring a wide variety of expertise and skills on the part of the salesperson. Positions range from entry level jobs as sales trainees to highly paid sales supervisors and managers.
Conflict That's Positive
For companies that are aggressively pursuing opportunities in changing markets, conflict over different ideas can be a tremendous asset. While it would be absurd to argue that all or even most conflict is good, some forms of conflict, particularly t...
Employment During World War II
American history professor Alice Kessler-Harris explains that there was less employment discrimination towards women during World War II than there was during Depression, The , but it did persist and then, "...it returns full force after the War."
Buying a Firm: Due Diligence
This clip explains that, while purchasing a business can be a great opportunity, there may be problems lurking beneath the surface. For any prospective buyer, it's a good idea to do a thorough analysis of the company's financial and legal records, i...
Buying Into a Franchise: Doing Your Homework
This clip explores the sources entrepreneurs can utilize to locate a franchise that meets their needs. It adds that the most comprehensive source of information is the documentation franchisors are required by law to give to all prospective franchis...