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<div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><strong>U.S. Adds 48,600 Franchise Jobs in December</strong></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">This past December, the franchise industry added 48,600 franchise jobs. This is nearly twice as many jobs added in November.  Accounting for 17 percent of the total gains were restaurant jobs and auto parts and dealers&#8212;they added 32,770 and 8,400 jobs, respectively. </span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><br /></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">(<a href="http://www.cnbc.com/2016/01/06/us-franchise-jobs-soar-in-december-adp.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=1851-franchising-weekly-rewind-3268" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">From CNBC</a>)</span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><br /></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><strong>Egg Prices Likely to Rebound in 2016</strong></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">After the avian flu outbreak that hit the upper Midwest in 2015, egg prices are expected to ease in 2016. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting an average price for large eggs of $1.66 a dozen in 2016, which is $0.18 less than the 2015 average of $1.84 a dozen. This is impacted by the return to normal production. </span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><br /></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">(<a href="http://nrn.com/commodities/egg-prices-expected-ease-year?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=1851-franchising-weekly-rewind-3268" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">From Nation&#8217;s Restaurant News</a>)</span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><br /></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><strong>Pizza Hut Launches &#8216;$5 Flavor Menu&#8217;</strong></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">The new $5 Flavor Menu is now available at Pizza Hut. Customers can enjoy a medium one-topping pizza, eight bone-out WingStreet Wings, the Ultimate Hershey&#8217;s Chocolate Chip Cookie, Hershey&#8217;s Triple Chocolate Brownie, Tuscani Pasta, a double order of breadsticks or flavor sticks, and four 20-ounce Pepsi beverages for $5 each when ordering two or more items. The company has not set a timeframe for how long the menu will be available. </span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><br /></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">(<a href="http://www.pizzamarketplace.com/news/pizza-hut-introduces-5-flavor-menu/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=1851-franchising-weekly-rewind-3268" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">From Pizza Marketplace</a>)</span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><br /></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><strong>Panera Bread Announces Cleaned Up Soup Menu</strong></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">As of this week, Panera Bread has announced that the brand&#8217;s soups will no longer contain artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners and preservatives on the company&#8217;s No No List. Currently, the brand sells about 200 million servings of soup a year. This menu change comes after a year of recipe testing by Panera chefs.  Panera&#8217;s packages refrigerated soups will be free of all the No No List additives by the end of 2016. </span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><br /></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">(<a href="http://www.fastcasual.com/news/panera-bread-cleans-up-soup-menu/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=1851-franchising-weekly-rewind-3268" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">From Fast Casual</a>)</span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><strong><br /></strong></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><strong>James Franks Named Head of Franchising Department for Bottle &amp; Bottega </strong></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">Bottle &amp; Bottega has named James Franks, with the Franks Group, to lead the art and wine studio&#8217;s Franchising Department. In his new role, Franks will be tasked with leading the brand&#8217;s franchising plans, which includes tripling the number of locations over the next two and a half years. </span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style=""><br /></span></div><div id="pastingspan1"><span style="">(<a href="http://www.franchising.com/news/20160106_bottle_amp_bottega_names_james_franks_head_of_fran.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=1851-franchising-weekly-rewind-3268" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">From Franchising.com</a>)</span></div>

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<p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">How much can franchisees make? It’s a question many prospective owners ask before investing in a franchise. While earnings tend to be driven by variables such as industry, location and general management skills, a proper understanding of the key factors driving profitability can help franchise owners develop expectations that are realistic.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Multi-unit franchisee&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mangesh-patel-9368569/"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Mangesh Patel</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">, who’s readying the launch of six&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.beefobradysfranchise.com/"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Beef ‘O’ Brady’s</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> restaurant locations in the Macon, Georgia area, shares insights from his franchising experience.</span></p><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Understanding Franchise Income</span></h2><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Keeping operational costs in check can have a major impact on overall earnings. Taking a proactive approach to expenses such as food and labor, as well as payroll and scheduling, can help align actual franchise income with general expectations for the business.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">“I just had a meeting with a couple of people, and they said, ‘You talked about a 25% profit margin, but I’m only doing 12%.’ So, I looked at the figures they sent me,” Patel said. “Their&nbsp;</span><a href="https://1851franchise.com/calculate-restaurant-franchise-profit-2730476"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>restaurant</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> food cost was running at 37%, which should be around 30%. The national average is about 32%. If I do things correctly, my average food cost needs to be at or below 30%. And payroll should run around 18%. But many people run 25 to 28%.”</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">So,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://1851franchise.com/unraveling-franchise-earnings-how-much-can-you-really-make-2723935"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>how much can franchisees make</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">? Here are five areas to consider.</span></p><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Practical Tips for Prospective Franchisees</span></h2><ol><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Control Costs From Day One:&nbsp;</strong>It’s important to monitor payroll, food and supply costs closely. Overstaffing and inefficiencies can quickly reduce profits.</span></li><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Plan For The Opening Surge:&nbsp;</strong>Traffic within the first few months of opening is likely to be higher. It’s important to adjust staffing and inventory accordingly, and pay close attention to how those levels change as time goes on.</span></li><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Invest In Training:&nbsp;</strong>Properly trained workers can help reduce waste and improve overall service, which has a direct effect on net income.</span></li><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Understand Your Market:&nbsp;</strong>Each market is unique and revenue potential will vary depending upon location, demographics and competition.</span></li><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Track Metrics Regularly:&nbsp;</strong>Food cost percentages, labor ratios and weekly sales data act as key indicators operations may need to be adjusted.</span></li></ol><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">What Profitability Really Comes Down To</span></h2><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Patel notes that if franchise owners manage labor and costs properly, it’s not impossible to achieve strong cash flow even in the first year, bucking some franchising trends.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">So,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://1851franchise.com/how-much-can-you-make-as-a-franchise-owner-2724761"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>how much can franchisees make</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">? While results tend to vary, careful planning, disciplined operations and a proactive approach to assessing initial costs are essential. But by grasping and guiding the elements that drive franchise profitability, franchise owners can maximize overall business earnings, scaling a business that’s sustainable financially over the long term.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><i>Want to learn more about franchise opportunities on 1851 Franchise? Be sure to visit our&nbsp;</i></span><a href="https://1851franchise.com/power-rankings"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#467886;"><i><u>Power Rankings</u></i></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><i> to read more on brands making moves.</i></span></p>

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<p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Building&nbsp;</span><a href="https://1851franchise.com/how-do-you-build-a-franchise-business-plan-2717037"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>a business plan</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> is a crucial operational step for any entrepreneur. But how do I build a business plan for a franchise that complements the franchisor’s system while addressing the unique needs of a given location? In this guide with expert tips, you’ll learn how to craft a thoughtful, actionable franchise business plan.</span></p><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Start With The Franchisor’s System In Mind</strong></span></h2><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1a1819;">So, how do I build a business plan for a franchise? Well, avoiding repetition is a good start.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">“You specifically don’t want to duplicate what your franchisor is doing,” said long-time multi-unit&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.solafranchising.com/"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Sola Salons</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> franchise owner,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/haynes-chidsey-6a36a06/"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Haynes Chidsey</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">. “There’s a reason why you join a franchise system and why you pay the fees and costs associated with it.”</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">A strong franchise business plan should take advantage of the resources, marketing and operational systems that the franchisor provides (while utilizing daily experiences at the local level to help fine-tune what matters locally).</span></p><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Focus On Local Priorities</strong></span></h2><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">A franchise business plan should be&nbsp;</span><a href="https://1851franchise.com/strategicfranchising/how-to-build-a-strong-franchise-brand-presence-in-your-local-community-2729771"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>locally focused</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">. It should reflect the unique characteristics and needs of each local market. It’s essential to identify opportunities to attract local customers, build relationships within the community at the local level and tailor services to the regional preferences required by each market.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">“Be complementary to what your system provides,” said Chidsey. “Stay locally focused. That’s what I would say is key. Avoid mistakes by focusing on the magic.”</span></p><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Practical Steps For Building Your Plan</strong></span></h2><ol><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Assess Both Market And Competition</strong> – Build a thorough understanding of local demand, competitors and potential customer base. This will lead to more informed projections.</span><br>&nbsp;</li><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Define Financial Goals</strong> – Include startup costs, ongoing fees and revenue expectations in the business plan. Staffing, rent, marketing and working capital should all be factored in.</span><br>&nbsp;</li><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Leverage Franchisor Resources</strong> – Incorporate the systems, training and support offered by the franchisor (instead of reinventing processes).</span><br>&nbsp;</li><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Set Operational Priorities</strong> – Decide which areas require hands-on local management (as opposed to areas guided by the franchisor). Focus energy where it’s most impactful.</span><br>&nbsp;</li><li><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Review And Adjust</strong> – A business plan shouldn’t be static. So, track performance, adjust strategies and refine priorities as the franchised business scales.</span></li></ol><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>The Takeaway</strong></span></h2><p><a href="https://1851franchise.com/chapter-3-developing-a-franchise-business-plan-2722586"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Creating a franchise business plan</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> is about balance. With a clear plan that integrates franchisor resources and local insight, franchisees can confidently move forward, knowing their businesses are structured to thrive. Leveraging a proven franchisor system to make smart, locally relevant decisions is key. By slowing down to go fast, and catering to the local trends or demands unique to each market, zees can more effectively build a roadmap and franchise business plan capable of delivering long-term success.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><i>Want to learn more about franchise opportunities on 1851 Franchise? Be sure to visit our&nbsp;</i></span><a href="https://1851franchise.com/power-rankings"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><i><u>Power Rankings</u></i></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><i> to read more on brands making moves.</i></span></p>

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