Franchise Show Conference

So, you've decided to buy a franchise. Good move, but not without its risks. "What risks!" you cry. "I thought franchising was the risk-free, proven business model!?"

To a degree, yes, franchising does offer you the chance to acquire a workable, established business. But the main risk is you; your aptitude and nerve for self-employment. Most of these personal anxieties can be resolved, however, by finding out what it takes to buy a franchise: is franchising right for you, and if so, what sector, investment level and business structure should you go for? And all the answers to these imperative questions will be covered by the experts. Make sure your franchising stake is a profitable one, with Buying A Franchise.

Aimed at existing franchisors, Developing Your Existing Franchise does exactly what it says on the tin: takes you step-by-step through the meticulous nature of enhancing your franchise, by way of recruitment, management and motivation.

Once you're territorially established, you'll want to consider how to improve business and, ultimately, increase profit and protection. Therefore, such factors as reducing risks, and finding new franchisees in a recession will be explored right here, by the people who know best.

Here's the biggie. It's the natural step for any domestically prosperous business - especially a franchise. Internationalisation should be the ultimate goal of any serious franchisor, just as it is for the rest of the corporate world.

Expanding is a bold move, and expanding abroad is perhaps the boldest. You're rhetoric will sound simple enough: "My franchise has been successful domestically, surely it'll do the same overseas." Indeed, this is a good attitude, and one that'll take you far. But never be so rash to think your franchise will be perfectly transplantable to seamlessly fit the culture, trends and moods of another nation.

New markets, larger profits and brand awareness can all seem fine on the surface, but as the old adage goes, all that glitters is not gold. There are many pitfalls and disadvantages to be aware of, all of which will be explored thoroughly here, including such imperative issues as lack of control, cultural differences, costs and restrictions.

You must have the foresight to understand both foreign regulations and risks. Likewise, cultural sensitivity and understanding of protocol is paramount to success. The intricacies of a nation, its beliefs, even its superstitions, can make or break your business.

But you needn't worry too much; all of your international anxieties can be quelled at these seminars. Our experts will guide you through the essential topics surrounding international franchising, imparting only the best methods to take your domestic franchise to an international market without compromising your brand or business model

Have you considered expanding your business by Franchising? These 30 minute seminars with 15 minutes question time will provide you with a professional overview as to How To Successfully Franchise Your Business. You will discover that there is more than one way to Franchise your business and learn how long it will take, what it will cost and goals that can be realistically achieved on a year by year basis. This seminar will help you to crystallise your thinking and clearly understand what are the next steps that you will need to take.

These tracks are being delivered by experienced FDS / bfa Franchise Consultants and they will share with you their knowledge, experience and recommendations. You will be able to decide whether Franchising is the right strategy for you to consider. This track is sponsored by Franchise Development Services who have assisted more than 500 companies with their National and International Franchise Development. FDS also publish The Franchise Magazine online at www.TheFranchiseMagazine.net, printed and online at The UK Franchise Directory, www.TheUKFranchiseDirectory.net, The Irish Franchise Magazine, www.IrishFranchiseMagazine.net and www.EuropeanFranchising.net and www.Franchise-International.net.