Franchise Players is Entrepreneur's Q&A interview column that puts the spotlight on franchisees. If you're a franchisee with advice and tips to share, email [email protected]. Jeffrey Schwartz ...

Can you keep your job and start a franchise? It’s a good question that many people don’t even think to ask. But the answer is yes. This is what is commonly referred to as being a “semi-absentee owner.

A business plan is a strategic blueprint that describes how the franchise unit will be operated and managed to achieve success. The plan should encapsulate the franchisor’s broader strategy while ...

If you're a fitness enthusiast, owning a gym might sound like the perfect investment and a path to financial freedom. For Anytime Fitness franchise owners, that vision can become a reality, as it is ...