Reader Quotes

“Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.”

- Douglas Adams

“It has been my observation that most people get ahead during the time others waste.”

- Henry Ford

“I like thinking big. If you’re going to be thinking anything, you might as well think big.”

- Donald Trump

Featured Stories

Harmony in the Workplace

Harmony in the Workplace

One of the biggest adjustments new veterans going into business for themselves must make is working with civilian employees rather than military subordinates. While the majority of...
Lakeside Living After Service

Lakeside Living After Service

Across the Sun Belt, many military retirees are settling on and around the Army Corps of Engineers lakes. When Arnie Habig, a native New Yorker, tells you how he ended up in Arkans...
Alternative Learning Routes Make Education a Smart Idea

Alternative Learning Routes Make Education a Smart Idea

No matter your previous education experiences, your next learning encounter won’t resemble that classroom in the least. That’s because alternative learning is the wave for adul...
Existing or New: Which Suits You Best?

Existing or New: Which Suits You Best?

Taking the time to examine all facets leading up to your franchise purchase will not only bring peace of mind but will also put you on the fast track toward business success. Anyon...
Investment Partners: A Suitable Structure

Investment Partners: A Suitable Structure

It is often said that when it comes to having friends as business partners, it is the easiest way to start a business – and the easiest way to end a friendship. As always, it’s...
The Truth About the Taxes You Owe

The Truth About the Taxes You Owe

There are two sure things in life: death and taxes. And when you’re a franchise owner, taxes are burdensome. That’s because it’s not a simple matter of having the money withd...
Six Restaurant Insurance Coverages You’ve Overlooked

Six Restaurant Insurance Coverages You’ve Overlooked

If you want to eat alone at a backyard barbecue, mention insurance policies. They’re complicated. They’re boring. But what restaurant franchise owners are ignoring could sear t...

Franchise Stories

Danger Ahead

You know what it takes to run a business – but do you also know who isn’t in a good position to succeed? Experts say they try to discourage these...

Financing Your Franchise

Once you decide on the perfect franchise and draw up your business plan, it’s time to find the financing. Where’s the money these days?

Yard and lawn...

Employee Paperwork

Every employee you hire requires unique financial paperwork: benefits enrollment, tax withholdings, and occasionally garnishment requirements. Thankfully,...

Latest Digital Edition

Operation Franchise Vol. 2, No. 3

Your Story

“Shipping out” has New Meaning for Former Colonel

Col. Gary L. Willison of Virginia devoted 27 years serving his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. When he decided to retire from the military, Willison chose...

Lakeside Living After Service

Across the Sun Belt, many military retirees are settling on and around the Army Corps of Engineers lakes.

When Arnie Habig, a native New Yorker, tells you...

Realizing Your Niche After Service

For service members entering civilian life after a career in the military, deciding which career to pursue next is one of the most important decisions they...