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Gavin Chase

Activ Web Design looks like a really interesting proposition!

There are many ways to start your own business and one of the most popular ways in the UK today is to buy a franchise, thousands of people each year invest in a franchise in the UK and it could be ...

Started by Gavin Chase 11 hours ago

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British Franchise Association Franchisor of the Year Awards 2008

The winners of the 2008 bfa Franchisor of the Year Awards were announced at a glittering Awards luncheon held at London's Sheraton Park Lane Hotel last Thursday, 22nd May. The Awards, sponsored by...

Started by Gavin Chase 4 Jul

Jerry Wilkerson

Annual Franchise Development Study 3 Replies 

Franchise Recruiters Ltd. is commencing our annual Franchise Development and Economic Study. If you would like to contribute data imput for your brand or brands you represent, please send this info...

Started by Jerry Wilkerson. Last reply by Mark Siebert 10 Jun.

Gavin Chase

The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) calls for more focus on equipping jobseekers with basic skills

There couldn't be a better time to invest in an executive search (recruitment) franchise. Lets see why! The UK Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) has responded to the CBI’s annual au...

Tagged: recruitment, executive, head, franchise, search

Started by Gavin Chase 21 Apr

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Recruitment agencies take strain in uncertain job market, reveals new REC research

You would think that we were all in for a rocky ride but lets see what the REC say.. New research from the REC's Research Unit has shown agencies are beginning to pick up most of the strain gener...

Tagged: crunch, down, turn, rec, economic

Started by Gavin Chase 19 Apr

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UK Franchising GROWTH FIVE TIMES HIGHER THAN ECONOMY

The growth of franchising in the UK last year outstripped that of the country’s economy for the second successive year, according to the 24th annual NatWest/BFA survey. With sales of £12.4bn, franchising grew by 15 per cent, compared with only 3.1 per cent for the economy, making its growth five times higher. Franchisors grew by 3.5 per cent to 809 (a net increase of 28); franchise units by eight per cent to 34,200; and the number employed in the sector by three per cent to 383,000 whic… Continue

Posted by Gavin Chase on 10th June 2008 at 2:44pm — No Comments (Add)

Want to be a Big Biller

Gavin Chase is a "Big Biller, recruiter, mentor, trainer and motivator". He is General Manager of CNA International (an Executive Search and Interim Management consultancy) and Practice Head, Telecoms, Media & Technology of Wilde Pure Search Limited. He has recently launched a ne… Continue

Posted by Gavin Chase on 26th June 2008 at 8:13am — No Comments (Add)

Its just a numbers game with candidates and job openings

277,922 registered vacancies on Reed's job board today and Ive put 5 on for good measure, all for the same roles, slightly differently worded, a different job title together with 5 clear questions as to what the person will need to have to be considered etc etc AND I paid £50 +… Continue

Posted by Gavin Chase on 22nd March 2008 at 9:02pm — No Comments (Add)

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What is a Franchise?

Many people dream of owning their own business. A popular method of achieving this goal has been to purchase a franchise. What is a franchise? What is franchising? You have all heard of it, but what is it, really?

Franchising is the business response to the massive amounts of capital required to establish and operate a company-owned network of product or service vendors.

Simply defined, franchising is a system of marketing and distribution in which an independent businessperson, for a fee, is granted the right to market the goods or services of the franchisor according to the established standards and practices of the franchisor.

Franchising is a package deal including:

- a marketing plan (either required or suggested);
- association with a commercial symbol (e.g., trademark); and
a franchise fee.

Ideally, the franchise system forms the perfect marriage between big business and the small businessperson. The franchisor obtains new sources of expansion capital, new distribution markets, and self-motivated vendors of its products, while the franchisee acquires the products, expertise, stability, and marketing savvy usually available only to larger enterprises. The relationship between franchisor and franchisee is controlled by a contract which defines a series of duties, obligations, and promises.

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Assisted Living Locators

The professionals at Life Transitions Financial Services. has been working with Seniors and their families for over 20 years. Let us help you find a way to afford the senior care that your loved one deserves without causing financial hardship on your family.

Home Helpers

Home Helpers named #1 Senior Care Franchise in North America a huge home-based business that offers a rewarding service in an exploding market.

Nifty After Fifty

A Nifty After Fifty franchise is ideal for entrepreneurs seeking a business opportunity in the rapidly expanding health and fitness industry.

MatchPoint Franchise Consulting Network

Find the right franchise for you. Receive Complimentary Franchise Advice from a Senior Level Executive.

Health Career Agents

Start a healthcare recruiting and medical staffing company and profit from the drastic healthcare shortages.

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Headhunter.ru - "Наш человек"

Автор: Лилия Маслова, ведущий консультант департамента Retail/FMCG рекрутинговой компании Antal International Russia Онлайн-консультация Многие компании стремятся привлекать на руководящие позиции в свои филиалы менеджеров из числа местных кандидатов. Это связано с тем, что такие специалисты хорошо знают специфику своего региона и имеют полезные для бизнеса знакомства. Менеджмент в регионах Добрый день! Отправляю вам свое резюме, чтобы получить квалифицированные ответы [...]

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Coffee Franchise UK Coffee Republic Plc

Using the highest quality freshly roasted coffee beans from Italy, our innovative range of drinks includes everything from a tall skinny Latte to a Chill-A-Chino or a Sticky Toffee Coffee. Coffee Republic baristas have been through intensive training to ensure that your coffee is served just how you like it, every time.

Home Secure Franchise UK Van Franchise

The Home Secure franchise is a safety and security van franchise, focused on the following consumer proposition: Home Secure, the safety of your family and home is at the heart of all we do

Mobile Coffee UK Percolapps ltd Coffee Franchise

The Percolapps mobile coffee franchise opportunity is a unique coffee shop. To join us you do not have to be either an experienced coffee shop owner or have any business experience, we'll provide all the training necessary.

International Franchise Association

The International Franchise Association, founded in 1960, is a membership organization of franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers. Our Web site is dedicated to providing our members and guests with a one-stop shopping experience for franchise information.

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The Executive Search Franchise

Build your own highly profitable independent executive search business and still enjoy the benefits of being part of a large international organisation?
Yes! It can be done! At CNA International we have created a unique approach to the executive search profession that gives our franchisees real financial independence and the opportunity to build a dynamic and highly saleable business for when you decide to retire, or move on to do something else.

About the Company
Founded in 1995, CNA Executive Search is a subsidiary of CNA International – one of Europe’s largest independent executive search and recruitment organisations. With 30 offices in the UK and Europe, CNA International is one of Europe’s most successful recruitment and staffing organisations.

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"I would strongly recommend CNA Executive Search. The training and support is first-class, and the breadth of services offered by CNA International provide additional business opportunities and a level of credibility that other companies lack."
Nick Evitt, CNA Franchisee since April 2004

Your Next Move
If you are professional, ambitious and feel comfortable communicating with senior executives, and you would like to know more about a CNA Franchise, please contact: Gavin Chase. Telephone: 01332 856250. Email: gc@cnainternational.co.uk

MRINetwork

Quotes from MRINetwork Owners on their success in Asia

In a previous post I had talked about our awards held in celebration of the success in our Asian region. I wanted to give a little more detail around the awards as our offices were recognised during the gala awards dinner at the Goldcoast Hotel, Hong Kong for achievements in the past 12 months. The MRI [...]

MRINetwork Venice networking meeting reviewed by Stephen Kennedy

Last week MRINetwork offices gathered in Venice to attend the Networking Venice ‘08 meeting which was organised by Trond Larsen from The Scandinavian Search Group in Norway and Wim Hernalsteen and Lieve Goedefroy who run the highly successful Talent Gallery in Belgium & The Netherlands. Delegates from MRINetwork offices in 18 countries attended this two day event [...]

MRINetwork Charity Golf Classic Raises £25,000 for St. Jude Childrens Hospital

The first annual MRINetwork Charity Classic in Greensboro last week was an outstanding success raising £25,000 for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The accompanying picture is of Jake Solomon and Gary Williams taken during the live auction in Greensboro. Jake is a patient at St. Jude and has been getting treatment for a rare brain tumor. St. [...]

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