8 Tips for Tough Conversations with Employees

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Whether you’re in the thick of it or on the sidelines, almost everyone has experienced work drama. Managing appropriate boundaries and balancing the social dynamics of the office can be challenging. Fortunately, you can manage difficult employee conversations with a little planning and preparation. Preparing for tough…

5 Mistakes To Avoid in Your Digital Marketing

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Digital marketing is an excellent avenue for startups to increase their visibility and attract new audiences and customers. A third of customers discover new brands via social media – the younger, the higher the share. Data by Google shows that 49% of consumers use the search engine…

The Top 9 Coffee Franchises for 2023

Despite the popularity of Nespresso, Keurig and DIY latte machines, coffee shops continue to thrive as an industry. When it comes to franchising, coffee concepts are a wise place to start if you’re looking to be a business owner and minimize overhead costs. Think about it: A restaurant requires a full staff, a large retail…

Find Out Which Brands Have Ranked on the Franchise 500 for Longest, Earning a Spot In our New ‘Hall of Fame’

Image Credit: Courtesy of Dunkin’ Over 44 years of covering the franchise industry, we’ve seen hundreds of brands come—and go. But we’ve also seen brands that stand the test of time, continuing to offer opportunities to aspiring entrepreneurs year after year and even becoming (or remaining) household names for decades. We’ve even seen brands that…