Are you trying to change something that’s unchangeable?
If everything seems to be working against you these days, maybe it’s time to sit down and think about life for a little while. What is it that you are struggling against? Is it something you can change? If not, why are you struggling [...]
In today’s marketplace, leading a company to success can be difficult. A stagnant economy, increased unemployment rates, and unpredictable market changes make many executives uncertain of what to do.
Democrats and Republicans aren’t the only ones playing games; your employees probably are, too. Joanne G. Sujansky, PhD, helps you ferret out common political problems … and transform your company into a VEO.
by Joanne G. Sujansky and Justin Sujansky
Retiring baby boomers are leaving gaps in our work force that can be filled by only young people born between 1978 and 1990. But the transition comes with challenges and clashes. Never before has a generation been more enigmatic to Pittsburgh companies and more at odds [...]
by Dr. Jan Ferri-Reed
You know the feeling. It’s that sense of dread that settles in the pit of your stomach. It’s a clammy feeling that envelops your hands. It’s that sense that somehow your designer shoes have been turned into a heavy pair of leaden boots.
The Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC) is a legal document that franchisors must furnish to franchisees, as regulated by the Federal Trade Commission. This document must be presented at least 10 days prior to the signing of the Franchise Agreement. The UFOC contains material information about a franchise operation and is designed to help franchisees analyze [...]
If you are serious about a particular franchise opportunity you will be given a copy of the franchisor’s Uniform Offering Circular (UFOC), which contains financial and material information about the franchisor. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) mandates that franchisors provide a financial disclosure document to all prospective franchisees prior to signing the Franchise Agreement.
If you have decided that you know longer have the desire or ability to carry out the terms of your Franchise Agreement, your ability to sell your franchise depends on the franchisor. Whether or not you can sell your franchise and under what terms and conditions are outlined in your Franchise Agreement. As Franchise Agreements [...]
