Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Expanding your franchise concept internationally is a challenging decision. It can offer tremendous growth opportunities beyond your current home market. However, doing so prematurely can put undue stress on your system as you try to replicate your U.S. operations for a culturally different demographic while also managing … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Your brand is more than your product or service; it’s a permanent first impression that builds on a series of associations, turning fleeting transactions into lasting relationships. In this article, we’ll explore a few best practices for crafting a brick-and-mortar brand experience that will help create lasting, … Read more
In 2004, Wade Brannon was coaching his son’s T-ball team when another player’s mother asked, “You’re the ham guy, right?” Well, he was the ham guy: He founded Heavenly Ham, built it up to $150 million in revenue with more than 200 franchises in 33 states, and then sold it to Honey Baked Ham. But … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In a professional landscape that places increasing value on gig work and side hustles, it’s important to make sure that we are evaluating new ventures carefully before diving in. After all, there are only so many hours in a day, and entrepreneurs in particular must ensure their … Read more
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Salt & Straw, a West Coast ice cream hub, has scooped up delicious and unique flavors in Portland since 2011 and is now celebrating its expansion to the East Coast, namely Miami. As owner Kim Malick explained, integrating into Miami culture was about relying on established local … Read more
