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Key Strategies for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Considering Franchise Ownership

Strategy Driven

Market Research and Demographic Analysis Conducting thorough market research and demographic analysis is non-negotiable for franchise success. Pinpointing the ideal location for your franchise and understanding the needs of your local market can make or break your business endeavor. Competitive analysis and market positioning.

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Walking Away from the Big Bucks in the Pursuit of True Balance.

Women on Business

This awareness helped cement my corporate world exit strategy. Toward the end of 2005, I started preparing my exit strategy. This due diligence included, setting a new household budget, moving investments, setting up a home equity line of credit, and finally, buying a new car (for the first time in 11 years!).