
Carl Stoffers
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Franchisors Have a Secret Weapon Against Rising Costs. Here's How It Works.
Franchise strategist Nick Powills explains how franchisors buffer owners with scale purchasing, diversified sourcing and cost-cutting playbooks.
These Are the Top 10 Burger Franchises in 2025 — And They Can Make More Than $1 Million a Year
The top 10 burger franchises on the Franchise 500 aren't just fan favorites — they're smart investments with brand strength, franchisee support and growth to back them up.
This Husband and Wife Started a Business in One of the Fastest-Growing Areas of the Country. Now They Have 9 Locations — Some Doing Over $1 Million a Year.
Chad and Tiffany Mussmon grew from a single The Little Gym in 1997 to seven locations plus two Snapology territories — and now run a co-branded hub built for busy families.
See Which Former Super Bowl MVP Just 'Stole' Danny DeVito's Jersey Mike's Job
DeVito helped humanize the brand, but a new NFL deal has Jersey Mike's turning to a fresh source of star power.
Want to Start a Business? This Franchise Will Give You Up to $100,000 to Do It.
Firehouse Subs is cutting startup costs for certain franchisees with a new round of incentives worth up to $100,000 per restaurant.
This Entrepreneur Turned a Weekend Side Hustle Into a Business That Doubled Margins — And Is on Track for $7 Million
Sal Longo turned a daycare side gig into a real business. After a back-to-basics reset, Busy Bee Jumpers earned $5.5 million last year from a single location.
Recently Edited Content by Carl Stoffers
From Startup to Scale — A CEO's Guide to Social Media That Delivers
Whether you're building your brand from the ground up or ready to outsource your online presence, learn how to use social media with purpose, personality and profit in mind.
How to Unlock the Potential of Multi-Unit Franchise Ownership
Nearly half of U.S. franchise owners operate more than one location. Here's how to know if you're ready to join them — and what to expect when you do.
The Procrastination Problem in Business No One Talks About
Entrepreneurs often believe they need more time, more information, or more clarity. But what if the real issue is fear of failure?
Here's How Much Palantir Pays Its Top Tech Talent, From Software Engineers to AI Researchers
With stock up nearly 500% in a year, Palantir is booming. Here's how that translates into pay for its employees.
Apple Smashes Expectations With $94 Billion Quarter. Here's How the iPhone Maker Did It.
Apple just reported a significant revenue beat for its latest quarter, exceeding analyst expectations.
How to Prepare Your Business — And Yourself — For a Smooth Exit
After decades of building your business, turning it over to someone else can be emotional. But with the right mindset and a strong plan, it can also be your proudest moment.
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