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The <a href="https://hbr.org/2021/09/who-is-driving-the-great-resignation?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Great Resignation</a> is upon us, and leaders across the U.S. are working to improve the cultures of their organizations to stay relevant and present in their employees’ new reality.&nbsp;In August 2021 alone, <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2021/10/15/pandemic-brought-great-recession-jobs-wont-be-same/8452636002/?gnt-cfr=1&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">four million Americans</a> quit their jobs. Workers are leaving their jobs en masse as <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/07/there-are-about-1-million-more-job-openings-than-people-looking-for-work.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">job openings</a> continue to hit record highs month after month.&nbsp;Many people who have stayed in their jobs throughout the COVID-19 pandemic — in fact, more than <a href="https://www.pwc.com/us/remotework?WT.mc_id=CT10-PL102-DM2-TR1-LS3-ND30-PR4-CN_ViewpointHighlights-&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">half of those surveyed in this study</a> — have said they prefer working remotely at least three days a week. This hybrid work model has quickly become ingrained in the culture of our country’s organizations, <a href="https://www.shrm.org/shrm-india/Pages/The-Big-Shifts-driving-Workplace-Evolution-of-the-Future.aspx?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">driven by a shift</a> in what employees value most in a career: acknowledgement, empathy, flexibility and a more humane environment.The <a href="https://hbr.org/2021/09/who-is-driving-the-great-resignation?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">whole notion of culture</a> has been turned on its head in an environment where leaders aren’t physically seeing or being around their employees and co-workers on a daily basis. Many people are deciding that's not what they want anymore, and they're not willing to go back to a cubicle five days a week.Coaches <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnedwardburt?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">John Burt</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dirk-vandervaart?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dirk van der Vaart</a> of <a href="https://www.intelligentleadershipec.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching</a>® (ILEC) — one of the most respected names in the coaching industry — offered their perspectives on a challenge every leader must meet head-on if they truly want to change the culture of their organization and embrace a hybrid workplace model.&nbsp;“The last 18 months have shown us that businesses that were able to quickly adapt to the pandemic and go to a hybrid or virtual work format tended to survive and do better,” van der Vaart said. “The surprise for many leaders was that things got done, and in some cases, businesses actually did better. The old culture and way of doing things isn't really working for today’s workers. They value something very different in their work experience.”What Employees Now Demand From Workplace CultureThe workers of America have used this time during the pandemic to reevaluate what they’re looking for in their careers.&nbsp;“They're coming up with the conclusion, in many cases, that it isn’t the right culture for them and isn’t the place they want to continue working for long-term,” Burt said. “Maybe it’s not fulfilling, there’s not enough recognition, not enough empathy or they don’t feel like they’re seen at that company. So it’s been a time to reflect and consider how they fit into their organization and whether it’s still a good fit for them.”This realization and awakening is happening in every major market across the country, with a <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/sap/2021/10/07/should-we-resign-ourselves-to-the-great-resignation/?sh=1091b77472ff&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">recent survey showing 41%</a> of respondents were considering leaving their current jobs. “The key to keeping employees engaged, van der Vaart said, lies within an organization’s leader.”“The Great Resignation has created a huge challenge for business leaders trying to figure out how to keep their workforce and guarantee a successful employee experience,” van der Vaart said. “It’s all about the culture, and the reality is, if you want to know about a workplace’s culture, look no further than the leader. Employees will do what the leader shows them by example.”“Beginning with the Industrial Revolution, Burt said, corporations formed and people were no longer out on their farm working. Instead, they were in factories building products or working in shops.”&nbsp;“That culture was one of ‘I’m paying you, and you should produce and be happy you’re working.’ That age is long gone,” Burt said. “People now want acknowledgement for the contribution that they're making. They want to know how they’re contributing to the overall mission of the organization.”What Leaders &amp; Employees Can Do To Get the Most From a Hybrid Work Model“Leaders don’t just influence organizational culture, van der Vaart said — they are the culture. A leader is the role model for how the rest of an organization should carry itself, and at a time where so much is uncertain, flexibility is the word of the day.”&nbsp;Burt and van der Vaart took their experience as ILEC Coaches and compiled a list of actionable items leaders and employees can do to promote a hybrid work culture.&nbsp;<ul><li>Over-communicate.&nbsp;</li></ul>“There's no such thing as over-communication for a leader in this hybrid environment,” van der Vaart said. “If you say something important once, you have to say it at least five times on various media platforms. If you say it once during a Zoom meeting, you better make sure it's also on HubSpot or the Slack channel and that it's repeated on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.”<ul><li>Invest in technology.&nbsp;</li></ul>“Leaders should embrace this new reality,” van der Vaart said. “Don't be afraid of it. Commit to it and learn what platforms your employees and your customers are using, like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack, HubSpot. Get technologically savvy and figure out where your employees, your prospective employees and where your customers are gathering and what tools and platforms they’re using. It’s hugely important to get past this resistance of being remote or semi-virtual.”<ul><li>Be visible and seen.</li></ul>“Publish videos all the time,” van der Vaart said. “Record one-to two-minute video snippets and put them out there for your workforce to view and share. Make sure you're visible and seen, because you’re not at the water cooler or your local Starbucks where everyone used to meet. If you want to stay engaged, you as a leader have to put yourself out there.”<ul><li>Ask how everyone is doing.</li></ul>“Start every meeting by asking everyone how they’re doing individually,” Burt said. “Acknowledge that they’re not in the office and you know they have a lot of demands on their time and you want to know how they’re doing. It’s just the simple idea of asking people first how they’re doing before getting into the agenda. Don’t make it about the meeting. Make it about the people.”<ul><li>Offer understanding.&nbsp;</li></ul>“COVID has induced a great amount of fear, uncertainty, anxiety and complexity into people's daily lives,” van der Vaart said. “Many people have kids that might not be in class full-time right now or they have to care for elderly parents. Everybody has disrupted routines right now, and as a leader, you have to accept and embrace that. Leaders should offer as much understanding and flexibility as they can.”<ul><li>Have honest, open discussions.</li></ul>“Leaders and their employees should meet to determine how everyone wants to work together in a hybrid workplace,” van der Vaart said. “Decide on expectations for common inter-office communications, like when to participate in calls on camera or how quickly one should reply to emails or direct messages. Get that stuff out into the open. Discuss it and come to a common understanding. Write it down so your team has an agreed-upon set of rules.”A hybrid work model isn’t meant to replace a face-to-face in-office relationship, but taking these steps can get an organization closer to regular, consistent communication.&nbsp;“It does require some outreach by the leader to the employee,” Burt said. “But also, if you’re an employee who wants to stay relevant and part of the conversation, you need to take steps to either ask for advice or share ideas. It’s a more proactive work culture. Everyone has to be all hands on deck all the time. It’s not a passive environment, where you can walk into the office, sit down, get your work done and clock out.”How Leadership Coaches Use Data &amp; Proven Methods To Re-Shape Company CultureILEC offers a blueprint to transform lives and organizations through the help of a talented pool of highly trained Coaches, who go through six rigorous training programs for their Master Certification. &nbsp;Once trained, ILEC coaches have access to a suite of award-winning training and proprietary tools that allow the brand to measure the program’s ROI, making it unmatched in the industry.&nbsp;"We are seeing more and more companies struggle in today's workplace environments with retaining their employees and motivating the ones that stay,” said ILEC co-founder and CEO <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmattone/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">John Mattone</a>. “Many executives don't know how to pivot, and that is what we are here to do. ILEC has a team of experts and <a href="https://www.intelligentleadershipec.com/intelligent-leadership-executive-coaching/culture-assessment-transformation/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">patented tools</a> set up to <a href="https://www.intelligentleadershipec.com/intelligent-leadership-executive-coaching/intelligent-leadership-development-accelerators/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">optimize company culture</a>."&nbsp;ILEC has a successful track record with nearly 1,000 CEOs, entrepreneurs and executives, and it has impacted the success of thousands of organizations in more than 50 countries.&nbsp;“ILEC’s tools measure the cultural health and vibrancy of an organization,” Burt said. “As a coach, I’ll give an assessment of where an organization is from a cultural perspective, where it’s vibrant and effective and where it could do better. And then I help those clients through that process by building a cultural transformation plan, because it's not something that's a one and done. It will take some time. It's about identifying where you're at, identifying the priority that will help you to drive the results that you're looking for and the things that you need to change and building out a plan that will help you get there.”While these tools are meant to bolster a leader’s ability to change the culture of their organization for the better, Burt and van der Vaart had similar advice for employees weathering the Great Resignation and looking for a culture that works for them: Do your due diligence.&nbsp;“There’s an old adage that says, ‘Don't ever run away from something; run toward something,’” Burt said. “So evaluate the company and the culture that you're considering going to. A lot of clients I've worked with as a consultant over the years, their sticking point is the culture. Some companies have better cultures than others, and it’s up to the employee to decide if it’s a good fit. Just be careful about where you’re jumping to, otherwise you'll get on this path of constantly changing jobs every six months because you haven't quite found the right culture.”About Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching (ILEC)Established in 2010, Co-Founder <a href="https://johnmattone.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=as-millions-leave-their-jobs-each-month-employees-and-employers-can-find-value-in-a-hybrid-work-culture-2716985" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">John Mattone</a> is globally recognized as the world’s #1 authority on Intelligent Leadership (IL), the world’s top executive coach, and the pioneer of the unique, powerful and game-changing Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching® blueprint for success. Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching® (ILEC) is the world’s top executive coaching franchise dedicated to growing leaders, building cultures, and driving results. The ILEC unique coaching methodology provides a proven philosophy, system and tools to empower leaders and future leaders to unlock and unleash their potential. ILEC clients benefit from a high ROI that delivers real results.

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Two executive coaches with Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching - weigh in on the effects of the current labor shortage and what leaders can do to promote a strong company culture.

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KKR to Acquire Nothing Bundt Cakes in $2 Billion Deal -  1851 Franchise

KKR to Acquire Nothing Bundt Cakes in $2 Billion Deal

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FTC Settlement Puts New Focus on Franchise Disclosure Standards - 1851 Franchise

FTC Settlement Puts New Focus on Franchise Disclosure Standards

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Applebee’s Franchisee Files for Bankruptcy as Dine Brands Moves to Acquire 53 Units - 1851 Franchise

Applebee’s Franchisee Files for Bankruptcy as Dine Brands Moves to Acquire 53 Units

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The Penny Shortage Is Creating a New Risk for QSR Franchise Systems - 1851 Franchise

The Penny Shortage Is Creating a New Risk for QSR Franchise Systems

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According to a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260312305776/en/RF-Expands-Residential-and-Commercial-Services-Portfolio-with-Investment-in-Precision-Garage-Door-Service-Franchisee">recent release</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://rf-partners.com/">RF Investment Partners</a>, a group focused on flexible capital solutions and value-add support to lower-middle-market businesses, has teamed up with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.burlingtoncp.us/">Burlington Capital Partners</a>, a group focused on family, founder and operator-owned lower-middle-market businesses, to acquire a prominent multi-territory&nbsp;<a href="https://franchise.neighborly.com/precision-door">Precision Garage Door Service</a> franchise.The investment marks the seventh platform for RF within the service space. Precision Garage Door Service, which is part of the larger&nbsp;<a href="https://www.neighborly.com/">Neighborly</a> ecosystem, specializes in the installation, maintenance and repair of garage doors.&nbsp;“We are proud to partner with management and the Burlington team to support continued growth by investing in people and operational excellence,”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-fidler-6787143">Peter Fidler</a>, managing partner and co-founder of RF Investment Partners, said in the release. “The sector continues to present compelling opportunities given the essential nature of garage door repair, and we look forward to building on Precision’s strong foundation to drive long-term value.”This deal is part of the broader trend toward institutionalized multi-unit and multi-territory operators. Previously, franchising was largely viewed as the place for “mom-and-pop” businesses. And while franchises remain small, local businesses, the aggressive entry of private equity firms focused on operators (franchisees) rather than the brand (franchisor) is bringing new energy to small business ownership.Read the full release&nbsp;<a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260312305776/en/RF-Expands-Residential-and-Commercial-Services-Portfolio-with-Investment-in-Precision-Garage-Door-Service-Franchisee">here</a>.Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.1851growthclub.com">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

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The strategic investment marks the seventh residential services platform for RF and reflects a growing institutional desire for high-potential, operator-led franchises.

RF Investment Partners and Burlington Capital Join Forces to Acquire Top Precision Garage Door Franchise

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Quick-service and fast-casual restaurant operators are facing new legal and operational pressure as the penny disappears from circulation, especially in franchise systems that still handle a large share of cash transactions. In a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/story/the-penny-shortage-and-franchise-systems-what-qsr-operators-need-to-do-now/">recent QSR Magazine article</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://plavekoch.com/">Plave Koch PLC</a> attorney&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-bannourah-91ba4617b/">Amanda Bannourah</a> explained why restaurants should act now to create clear policies rather than wait for federal guidance that has yet to fully materialize.The challenge is significant because cash remains an important form of payment in restaurant transactions. More than one in four restaurant purchases are paid in cash, which means<a href="https://1851franchise.com/the-top-quick-service-restaurant-franchises-2728532#stories"> quick-service restaurants</a>, fast-casual brands,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/the-10-best-coffee-shop-franchise-opportunities-for-2024-2724760#stories">coffee shops</a> and convenience-focused operators are more exposed than many other businesses. Without pennies in circulation, those operators must decide how to handle totals that no longer land on exact one-cent increments.Many restaurants have started rounding cash totals to the nearest nickel. Still, that fix can create problems of its own. In places where businesses cannot charge cash customers more than card users, rounding up may raise compliance concerns. That can open the door to consumer protection complaints, deceptive practice claims and allegations that customers are being treated differently based on how they pay.Rounding down reduces some of that customer-facing risk, but it comes with a cost. If a business consistently rounds down, it can lose up to 4 cents per transaction. For high-volume restaurant systems, these costs can add up quickly and put additional strain on margins.For franchise systems, the issue is even more complicated because consistency matters across every location. If one franchisee handles rounding differently from another, the brand can end up with customer confusion, uneven execution and greater legal exposure. The challenge is heightened by the fact that state laws vary, particularly around anti-surcharging rules, unfair trade practices and other consumer protections. A policy that works in one market may not work in another.That is why franchisors need to take a more structured approach now. Systemwide policies should be clearly defined, tailored where necessary to state-level requirements and communicated consistently to franchisees. Staff also need training on applying the policy correctly, and customers should be informed at the point of sale through clear disclosures.The takeaway for QSR operators is straightforward. This is not just a small cash-handling adjustment. It is a compliance, training and brand-consistency issue that needs attention now. For franchise systems in particular, waiting too long could lead to avoidable operational problems and legal risks across multiple markets.Read the original article&nbsp;<a href="https://www.qsrmagazine.com/story/the-penny-shortage-and-franchise-systems-what-qsr-operators-need-to-do-now/">here</a>.Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.1851growthclub.com">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

As cash transitions continue and guidance lags, franchisors need clear policies to avoid compliance issues, customer confusion and operational inconsistency.

<a href="https://www.yum.com/wps/portal/yumbrands/Yumbrands/">Yum! Brands</a> is considering a potential sale of Pizza Hut and plans to close 250 underperforming U.S. locations, according to a&nbsp;<a href="https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/consumer-services/nyse-yum/yum-brands/news/yum-brands-weighs-pizza-hut-sale-as-portfolio-reset-accelera">recent article on Simply Wall St</a>. For the franchising industry, the significance is less about the stock and more about what it says about how large franchisors are managing brand portfolios in a high-cost operating environment.<a href="https://1851franchise.com/pizza-hut-franchise-deep-dive-2722519">Pizza Hut</a> is one of the most recognizable names in franchising. If Yum! decides to sell it, that would be a notable shift for a company built on a multi-brand platform. For years, large brand groups have argued that operating multiple concepts creates advantages, including shared resources, stronger purchasing power and the ability to invest in technology across the system. A sale would suggest Yum! believes those benefits no longer outweigh the effort required to improve Pizza Hut’s performance.The planned closures may have the most immediate impact on franchisees. When a franchisor reduces its footprint, it can change how the brand performs in local markets. Fewer locations can mean less convenience for customers, which can hurt overall traffic. It can also weaken the effect of local advertising when there are fewer restaurants supporting promotions in the same trade area.Closures can also affect store-level economics in ways that go beyond the locations that shut down. In some markets, remaining franchisees may pick up some displaced demand. In others, customers may switch to competitors. The changes can also affect local co-op advertising budgets and, depending on how purchasing and distribution are structured, can influence costs tied to volume.The move comes as competition in pizza remains intense, with&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-dominos-pizza-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2725506">Domino’s</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-papa-johns-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724607">Papa Johns</a> continuing to push delivery, digital ordering and value-focused offers. Simply Wall St notes Yum! has been rolling out its Byte digital platform across brands. If Yum! changes Pizza Hut’s role in the portfolio, it could also change where the company focuses its technology and marketing investment.For franchise systems watching from the outside, Yum!’s review is a reminder that growth is not always the main priority. Sometimes the bigger decision is whether a legacy brand can be improved inside a platform or whether it will perform better under a different owner and a different plan.Read the original article&nbsp;<a href="https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/consumer-services/nyse-yum/yum-brands/news/yum-brands-weighs-pizza-hut-sale-as-portfolio-reset-accelera">here</a>.Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.1851growthclub.com">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

Yum! Brands Pizza Hut Sale - 1851 Franchise

Yum! is reviewing the brand and closing 250 U.S. locations, a move that could affect franchisees and reshape its restaurant portfolio.

Possible Pizza Hut Sale Signals Shift in Yum! Brands’ Franchise Strategy

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North County Pizza Inc., a major&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-dominos-pizza-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2725506">Domino’s</a> franchisee, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection,&nbsp;<a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/major-pizza-chain-franchisee-files-173300667.html">Yahoo! Finance recently reported</a>. The bankruptcy filing gives North County Pizza time to restructure its debt and reorganize its business, while pausing any legal actions against the company during the process.The Oceanside, California-based franchisee did not explain why it filed for bankruptcy or whether it plans to close locations or lay off employees. Franchisees across the restaurant industry have pointed to tough competition, higher labor and food costs, and expensive leases as reasons for restructuring or filing for bankruptcy.The franchisee filed for bankruptcy on March 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of California, reporting $100,000 to $1 million in assets and $1 million to $10 million in liabilities.The announcement follows recent news that&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-papa-johns-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724607">Papa Johns</a> plans to close 300 underperforming restaurants, including 200 by the end of 2026, and cut 7% of its workforce. It also comes just weeks after&nbsp;<a href="https://www.yum.com/wps/portal/yumbrands/Yumbrands/">Yum! Brands</a> announced it was&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/yum-brands-pizza-hut-sale-2731599#franchise-news">considering a sale of Pizza Hut</a> and plans to close 250 underperforming U.S. locations.Together, these moves could point to a broader reset across the pizza franchise sector. For franchisees, this environment raises the stakes around site selection, cost control and operational efficiency, while also creating potential opportunities to capture market share as weaker locations exit the market.Read the original article <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/major-pizza-chain-franchisee-files-173300667.html">here</a>.Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit<a href="http://www.1851growthclub.com">&nbsp;www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

Large Domino’s Franchisee Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

The California-based franchisee seeks to restructure debt as closures and strategic shifts continue across major pizza brands like Pizza Hut and Papa Johns.

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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;Multi-unit franchisee&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mangesh-patel-9368569/">Mangesh Patel</a>, who’s readying the launch of six&nbsp;<a href="https://www.beefobradysfranchise.com/">Beef ‘O’ Brady’s</a> restaurant locations in the Macon, Georgia area, shares insights from his franchising experience.<h2>Understanding Franchise Income</h2>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.“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;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/calculate-restaurant-franchise-profit-2730476">restaurant</a> 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%.”So,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/unraveling-franchise-earnings-how-much-can-you-really-make-2723935">how much can franchisees make</a>? Here are five areas to consider.<h2>Practical Tips for Prospective Franchisees</h2><ol><li>Control Costs From Day One:&nbsp;It’s important to monitor payroll, food and supply costs closely. Overstaffing and inefficiencies can quickly reduce profits.</li><li>Plan For The Opening Surge:&nbsp;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.</li><li>Invest In Training:&nbsp;Properly trained workers can help reduce waste and improve overall service, which has a direct effect on net income.</li><li>Understand Your Market:&nbsp;Each market is unique and revenue potential will vary depending upon location, demographics and competition.</li><li>Track Metrics Regularly:&nbsp;Food cost percentages, labor ratios and weekly sales data act as key indicators operations may need to be adjusted.</li></ol><h2>What Profitability Really Comes Down To</h2>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.So,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/how-much-can-you-make-as-a-franchise-owner-2724761">how much can franchisees make</a>? 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.Want to learn more about franchise opportunities on 1851 Franchise? Be sure to visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/power-rankings">Power Rankings</a> to read more on brands making moves.

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Franchising has long proven an attractive prospect for independent-minded entrepreneurs seeking ownership. Delivering a proven system – one properly-marketed and tweaked over time – has long been one of the single most powerful franchising hallmarks. But diving into the deep end before learning to swim is risky.&nbsp;Choosing the right option takes preparation and work. So, what is the best franchise to buy for beginners?“There's so much to consider,” says franchise attorney&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mario-l-herman-b9258112a/">Mario Herman</a>. “A big part of my practice is reviewing FDDs and franchise agreements for prospective franchisees. I look for 50 separate things, including inconsistencies between disclosure documents and franchise agreements. And there's a lot of work involved. So, I’d say hire competent counsel with franchise experience.”<h2>Due Diligence</h2>For over three decades as a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.franchise-law.com/mario-l-herman-esq.shtml#">franchise attorney</a>, Mario Herman has represented clients from more than 150 franchise systems, further testifying as an expert witness, and stresses the importance of the due diligence process when pondering the question of what’s the best franchise to buy into for beginners.Before diving in, there’s a number of questions to ponder. What kind of capital, or access to it, do you realistically have? Perhaps a low initial investment is crucial. How involved do you want to be in the daily operation of the franchise – hands-on or semi-absentee? Do you want to build an office or retail setting? Maybe a remote opportunity is best.&nbsp;Performing strong due diligence can go a long way toward ensuring prospective franchisees select the right opportunity.&nbsp;“Yeah, I mean, that's franchising for beginners. There have been books, podcasts and all kinds of stuff written about that,” Herman said. “From issues involving future royalties to the liquidity and capitalization of the franchise – how long they've been in business and how many franchises in the past have terminated or gone out of business. When doing due diligence, contact those who are still in the system and those who are no longer part of it. There are multiple parties, and due diligence with all of them is important. The process typically takes three to six months or more for bigger deals.”<h2>Where To Look</h2>So what is the best franchise to buy for beginners? It’s a big question. Luckily, there’s answers.<h3>Health &amp; Wellness</h3>If it’s the idea of aligned values that makes franchising an attractive opportunity, there are opportunities in the health and wellness sector that play out in a number of settings, ranging from traditional brick and mortar to remote or mobile opportunities, allowing the potential franchisee to deliver a valuable service at the local level. Recovery studios offer the idea of escape in a private, stress-free setting while fitness franchises continue to grow following the pandemic.<a href="https://1851franchise.com/top-10-gym-and-fitness-franchises-the-best-investment-opportunities-for-2025-2729614#stories">Pure Fitness</a> offers a high-value, low-price model in a 24/7 setting which helps build a diverse clientele while delivering health benefits within the community.<h3>Home &amp; Maintenance Services</h3>Touting a recession-resistant nature, home and maintenance services continue to flourish due to aging infrastructure and technological advancements that can protect valuable home investments.With a lower overhead and a more flexible, scalable business model, home and maintenance service franchises offer potential franchise owners a greater work-life balance, boasting home-based options. And unlike other industries,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/the-top-10-home-service-franchises-to-consider-2727601#stories">home services</a> draw consistent demand, allowing for stability while reducing startup costs.&nbsp;The unique combination of stability, lower investment risk and the ability to scale fast can offer a more accessible path to franchise ownership. Access Garage Doors maintains a specialized model, focusing on the installation and repair of garage doors with a low initial investment of about $50,000.<h3>Sustainable, Eco-Friendly</h3>Aligned values have driven many a beginner toward the idea of sustainable, eco-friendly franchise options.In the cleaning sphere, residential and commercial cleaning/janitorial services offer largely remote-based opportunities with lower overhead that provide a valuable, largely recurring revenue stream that’s safe and dependable.Solar energy franchises often require an initial investment starting under six figures, a drastic departure from the nationally-marketed brands that tend to define the idea of franchising for the beginner. Focused on the installation of solar panels for homes and businesses, this rapidly growing realm helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, encouraging sustainability.<a href="https://1851franchise.com/ecomaids">Ecomaids</a> features professional, non-toxic and eco-friendly home and commercial cleaning services in a primarily mobile setting which lowers overall costs.<h3>Tech-Driven Food &amp; Retail</h3>The quick onset of tech like AI, robotics and automation has begun to upend the restaurant industry experience, increasing efficiency while delivering crucial data to the astute franchise owner – as well as franchisees looking to assess the best franchises to buy in 2026.Some restaurants have experimented with concepts like AI drive-thrus while other franchised chains, especially in the pizza sector, have toyed with the concept of fully automated kitchens, lowering overhead while addressing the tricky idea of staff retention.Domino’s Pizza has utilized robotics to drive consistent production of pizza while enlisting automation as a significant part of the delivery process. Elsewhere, Donato’s has experimented with fully automated kitchens.&nbsp;POS systems simplify while delivering data and in the retail setting while AI can assist with real time inventory and supply chain management, improving logistics while reining in costs.<a href="https://1851franchise.com/batteries-plus-bulbs-community-driven-approach-and-proprietary-products-continue-to-bring-in-returning-customers-2712298">Batteries Plus</a> uses tech to manage an extensive product selection while many chains use it to encourage ideas like ordering online or curbside delivery.<h2>The Takeaway</h2>So, what is the best franchise to buy for beginners? The answer to that question requires a proactive look within, honestly assessing ideas like available funds, desired work-life balance, and preferred location.&nbsp;Proper due diligence can help the prospective franchisee accurately assess opportunities in franchising realms ranging anywhere from health and wellness to eco-friendly cleaning or even the restaurant industry.But as the old adage goes, buyer beware. Teaming with qualified counsel to take a deep dive into any opportunity can go a long way toward properly assessing the best franchises to buy in 2026.“There’s an old saying in franchising: ‘If you can fog a mirror, you can buy a franchise,’” Herman said. “Many people think buying a franchise is like a cookie-cutter system where everything will be done for them – including marketing, basic P&amp;L skills and operations. But you have to maintain costs, labor and compliance with rules and regulations. You really have to be careful.”Want to learn more about how 1851 helps franchisees find the right franchise opportunity? Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.1851growthclub.com">www.1851growthclub.com</a> and start your journey.

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