Becoming a franchise owner ensured one thing, among many, and that is the ability to truly be your own boss. You'll be able to escape the tired old corporate world and embark on a brave new journey. Still, running a franchise operation isn't a... (Read More)

There are plenty of people who achieved success after 50. One such person would wind up lending his name to one of the most ubiquitous cake mixes of all time: Duncan Hines. At age 55, Mr. Hines wrote his first food and hotel guide, one in which... (Read More)

The fact is, no matter who you are or what you've done before, there's always a way to embark on a new journey or start something new for yourself. Just take Bob Lepore as an example. After serving as a Marine in Vietnam, Lepore would go on to... (Read More)

You never know where life will take you when you embark on a new journey. For Rick Platt, 62, this old adage couldn't be more true. For many years, Platt owned a scrap metal business in Beverly Hills. Both life and business were good and Platt... (Read More)

There are a number of reasons why women looking for a new career or business opportunity might be drawn to franchising. Whether it's for the sense of community, structured setting, or a chance to follow their dreams and passions, there are a number... (Read More)

Have you decided that you are done with the cube farm life? Are you tired of languishing under directors who don't value your contribution to the organization? Are you the enterprising type who loves to create jobs and wealth and see the... (Read More)

Like many new moms, Jackie Dorris was eager to get back to her pre-baby weight. Unfortunately, that became a huge challenge when Dorris tried to find a workout platform that would allow her to take her daughter along. A mom-and-baby class proved... (Read More)

If you're a just-released felon, it goes without saying that there isn't a slew of employers lining up to take a chance on you. But New York-based company Apple-Metro, which owns several Applebee's franchises and two Pizza Studios, is trying to... (Read More)

What is your legacy? It's a question most of us are often too busy to ponder, but it's an important one. What are you leaving behind when you retire? Franchises offer an incredible opportunity to build a legacy and leave something behind for your... (Read More)