Franchise 101: Secrets of Franchise Opportunity Research

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Adults (18+). Not every franchise is a good opportunity—and knowing the difference can save you significant time, money, and frustration. Franchise 101 takes you beyond the sales pitch to explore how to research and evaluate franchise opportunities using real data, industry trends, and lessons learned from franchise history. Whether you’re considering franchise ownership as a full-time career or looking for an additional income stream, this online workshop will help you better understand what makes a franchise system successful and how to identify opportunities worth a closer look. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to: Evaluate a franchise opportunity beyond the sales presentation, Identify industry and economic factors that can influence franchise success, Recognize characteristics of strong—and potentially weak—franchise systems, Use franchise history and real-world case studies to identify promising opportunities, Understand typical franchise investment levels and potential income, Consider how franchise opportunities may align with your financial and personal goals, Identify potential red flags before making a major investment. Bonus: Participants are eligible for a complimentary franchise owner assessment designed to help identify the types of franchise opportunities that may best align with their business-owner profile. Sponsored By: Pima County Public Library Presenter: Kent Craven Since 1964, SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) has helped more than 17 million entrepreneurs start, grow or successfully exit a business. SCORE's 10,000 volunteers provide free, expert mentoring, resources and education in all 50 U.S. states and territories. Visit SCORE Southern Arizona.