Spring has sprung! With the start of a new season is essentially a fresh start. That’s why many of us often start spring with a good spring-cleaning, getting everything cleaned and organized for the new season. While that’s often a ritual saved for the home, spring-cleaning your workspace has benefits, too! There is something to be said for having a clean workspace. An organized office and desk brings offers a number of benefits, including: Read on →

According to Statista, there are around 773,603 franchises in the United States. While the amount of opportunities in franchising is certainly exciting to people who are looking for a change in their career, another benefit is the fact that you do not have to be an established business owner in order to moving into the world of franchise owner. All you need is passion and drive! Ready to make the move from the military into franchising? Read on →

While it might seem like winter just began, there’s good news: Spring is coming up fast! Daylight saving time begins in many places across the country on March 14, and the official start of spring comes on March 20. For many of us, winter causes a dip in our productivity, both at work and at home. Gloomier days with less daylight sap our energy. As we head into spring, though, now’s a great time to get yourself in a better spot, productivity-wise. Read on →

For many of us, 2020 was a challenge. Life was hard, and we never quite knew what to expect on any given day. That means that—for most of us—our morale could use a boost. As a franchisee, you play an important role in helping your employees find their footing during this time. Read on as our team at VetFran offers some suggestions about how to do that. Why Is Employee Morale So Important? Read on →

It is important to remember that when you are investing in a certain franchise, you are also investing in a community. While you want to make sure to have a strong relationship with everyone from your franchisor to your employees, you also want to establish a relationship with the community in which your franchise is located. Our team at VetFran wants to help you build a strong relationship with your community so that they see you not only as a business but as one of their own. Read on →

There is no better time than now to inspire and engage your employees! Let’s face it. We all could use some inspiration this year, since last year left us without closure and with a bunch of questions. Our team at VetFran wants you to understand the best practices when it comes to not just leading your team but also to getting the most out of your employees in 2021. Read on →

Having an online presence for your franchise has been an important part of marketing for years now. But it’s more important than ever now. That’s because 2020 and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic led to a steep rise in the amount of time people are spending online—and to the amount of shopping they’re doing there. If your website isn’t up to the test, your customers may turn elsewhere. According to an Intelligence Node report, approximately 50% of shoppers go through a Google search before making a purchase. Read on →

A new year means a fresh start. After a chaotic 2020, we can all appreciate having a new year headed our way! With a new calendar comes new opportunities to learn and grow. Whether you’re already in a leadership role or looking to step into one in 2021, now’s a great time to build and improve your leadership skills. What Defines a Leader There are a number of qualities that make up a good leader, including: Read on →

Life after the military can bring a number of questions—one of them being “What in the world am I going to do now?” The possibilities are pretty endless for veterans looking for a career after leaving the military. Opportunities available include some careers that utilize highly technical or strategic skills gained in the military, including law enforcement. But our team at VetFran wants you to consider one profession that you might not be on your initial list of jobs to look at—the role of franchisee. Read on →

When you’re stepping from a military career into franchising, you logically want to be successful. Is there a secret to success? While there’s no specific recipe for franchising success, there are some steps you can take to put yourself in a good position. Read on as our team offers some advice. 3 Ways to Find Success in Franchising Like we mentioned above, there’s no magic recipe for success. It takes hard work to succeed at anything—and that’s definitely the case with franchising. Read on →