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“If you’re not working on the right things, family ties will not just bind you – they can handcuff you.” When it works having your family around you in a business you’ve built together provides for a little bit of magic. On the other hand, recognizing when it doesn’t work can cause a few issues for your business and your family. Perhaps the most compelling comment made by the author of the attached article is letting family members "know that if they desire, they can go anywhere and I’d help them" - ensuring that they have a choice is key to overcome appointments due to obligation rather than passion, purpose or even capability. #successionplanning #familybusiness #familyties

🤝 Turning Sibling Partnerships into Business Triumphs Navigating a business partnership with your sibling can be challenging yet rewarding. How do you ensure that familial ties strengthen rather than strain your professional relationship? A recent article of ours featured in Franchise Update Media delves into the dynamics of sibling partnerships in business. It offers practical advice and strategies to overcome common challenges and harness the unique strengths of this partnership. 🔍 Key Takeaways: • Balancing Family and Business: Learn how to maintain a healthy separation between family roles and business responsibilities. • Effective Communication: Tips for clear and constructive communication, crucial in navigating complex family-business dynamics. • Resolving Conflicts: Strategies for addressing and resolving conflicts that may arise due to overlapping personal and professional relationships. Sibling partnerships in business can be a powerhouse of collaboration and mutual understanding. This article provides valuable insights to make the most of this unique relationship while managing potential family baggage. 👉 Foster a thriving business with your sibling. Discover more in the full article: https://ow.ly/XqZE50QhTzx #FamilyBusiness #SiblingPartnership #SuccessionPlanning #ProfessionalGrowth

Looking to explore business ownership but feeling overwhelmed? With FranNet's Entrepreneur Profile, you have a personal guide to help you navigate every step of the franchise journey. Our assessment reveals your core values, goals, and preferences, enabling us to find the franchise that fits you perfectly. Whether you dream of managing a team, working with pets, or offering a unique product, I’ll be there to ensure every question is answered and every detail is covered. Ready to start this exciting journey? Let's schedule a time to chat. #FranchiseAdvisor #BusinessOwnership #EntrepreneurJourney #FranchiseSuccess

An old friend shared this story with me several years ago, and I just came across it again. It can apply to many relationships - friendship, family, employer-employee...and franchisor-franchisee. A scientist put a flea on the table, then smacked the table. The noise (and maybe the vibration) made the flea jump in response. The scientist recorded the result. "Flea jumped." Then the scientist removed two of the flea’s legs - eek, inhumane, but it was in the name of science. The scientist smacked the table again, and the flea jumped. Okay. Recorded. "Flea jumped." The scientist removed two more legs. Again the flea jumped and again the result was recorded. Finally, off came the remaining two legs. The table was smacked again, but this time...the flea did NOT jump. Just to be sure, the scientist smacked the table HARDER and HARDER, AGAIN and AGAIN, and yet the flea would just NOT respond. The scientist's final observation was then recorded: “When a flea loses all of its legs, it becomes DEAF.” If a #franchisee isn't having success and/or or isn't following the system - which may be mutually exclusive - don't assume that you know the reason. Ask them why, care enough about them and their business to find out, and coach them. Remember that they joined a franchise so that they could follow a system and be successful! Does it make sense that they would just decide to not follow the roadmap to success? Of course not. So don't let incorrect assumptions be your downfall. Your franchisee is probably hearing you, but maybe something has them feeling like they've had their legs cut out from under them. 😜 #franchising #compliance #learnwithvern #businesscoaching AC Inc

Wonderful to see Tim King's success story featured on Inside Franchise Business! Here's a snippet of how he turned Home Caring Bowral into a thriving business. “It is about getting out in the community and connecting, meeting face-to-face, chatting in coffee shops, working out who best to align with. You want to work with people who share your business ethos. Once you get to that stage, it’s easier. “Now we’re well established in the community, we get personal referrals, and we are aligned with the discharge planner at the hospital. Everyone in the network helps one another." Read the full story below: @homecaring.com.au

With a family name like MacNeil, our Scottish roots run deep, now confirmed by DNA testing to include Norse (Viking) and Irish blood. We clansmen are proud of our heritage, celebrating annually at Highland Games across North America and Scotland. We gather to share stories over a wee dram of Scotch, keeping our traditions alive through newsletters and reunions. I've been asked once again to contribute to our Clan newsletter, recalling memories of Christmas Island, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia—near Iona, where the original MacNeil's landed after a treacherous journey from Barra, Scotland. Over generations, the MacNeil's, MacDougall's, Campbell's, and others who survived those harsh early winters thrived and eventually spread across North America. As I write these personal memories, I’m struck by how many of the people from my youth are now gone. Yet, I’m grateful to still have these memories to share. Why tell you all this? Ask yourself—are you happy in your job? Do you have control over your life and time? Can you spend time with your family and create lasting memories? In the end, memories are all we truly have of value of our loved ones. As a franchise consultant, I often hear from franchise candidates that their main motivation for transitioning from employment to owning a franchise business is to gain control over their time and spend more moments with family. Work-life balance is a powerful driver for success in any business. If you're looking to take control of your life and create a better balance, reach out to me at FranchiseFunConsulting.com to explore your franchise business options. Act now while time is still on your side! #ScottishHeritage #ClanMacNeil #CapeBreton #FamilyMemories #WorkLifeBalance #FranchiseOwnership #EntrepreneurLife #FranchiseConsultant #FranchiseFun #TakeControl #LegacyBuilding #FamilyFirst #SelfEmployment #RayMacNeil #beyourownboss

Are you considering business ownership but feeling overwhelmed by the process? Let FranNet be your trusted franchise advisor! Our Entrepreneur Profile assessment helps us understand your values, motives, goals, and lifestyle to guide you towards the perfect opportunity. We take that assessment and then talk to you about all things business ownership. - How many people would you like working for you? - Would you like to work with pets? - Who would you like your business to serve? Or would you prefer to have a product? - What's your budget? Through our conversations, I get to know you so well that I can truly sense what franchise would be the best fit for you. As your trusted advisor, I ensure all your questions are answered and help you confirm that this franchise excites you so much that you can’t wait to start your day. My goal is to make sure this is the perfect fit for you. Schedule some time to talk with me and we'll discuss all things business ownership. #FranchiseSuccess #EntrepreneurProfile #BusinessOwnershipJourney #TrustedAdvisor

Are labels really all that important? Back in my youthful, ambitious days, I used to chase job titles as eagerly as a dog chases its tail. But as fate would have it, owning my own businesses taught me a valuable lesson: titles are about as significant as a paper umbrella in a hurricane. Last night, at our Church Board meeting, I decided to put my curiosity to the test and asked the Chairman and our Reverend what my official title was. Their response? A delightful smirk from both, followed by the Chairman's nonchalant reply: "Call yourself whatever want, titles are not important here and our Reverend in his dry witty way said, "Call yourself Grand Poobah if you want." And just like that, the truth hit me like a ton of holy bricks: titles are as flimsy as tissue paper in a rainstorm. In the realm of small business ownership, I wear many hats. Some days I'm any one or all of these roles from President, CEO, CFO, CIO, Board Member, and hey, why not throw in Head of Custodian Services while we're at it? Because let's face it, when you're doing all the heavy lifting, why limit yourself to just one fancy label? At the end of the day, what truly matters is the quality of service you provide and the relationships you cultivate. Forget the fancy titles and focus on fostering trust, respect, and long-lasting connections. That, my friends, is the real recipe for success in the business world. Whether it's building a business on your own or within the supportive framework of franchise business ownership, it all comes down to what "you do unto others." If you're ready to Remove The Labels and pursue Franchise Business Ownership where you can be whatever you want to be, even the Grand Poobah, then reach out to me, Ray MacNeil, at FranchiseFunConsulting.com #franchisefun #franchiseopportunities #franchiseconsultant #removethelabel #grandpoobah #churchstories #beyourownboss #entrepreneur #careerchange #laidoff

How can a setback lead you to find your true path to success? Esther Tanner turned rejection into a remarkable success story with Jim's Laundry Services. 🚀 Esther initially started her journey by exploring Jim's Bookkeeping but quickly realized it wasn't for her. She then explored other Jim’s divisions but faced a setback when a franchisor said her family commitments weren’t suitable for that division. ❌ Instead of giving up, she took a train to Jim’s Group’s Franchise Expo in Melbourne, introduced herself to Jim Penman, and found her perfect fit in Jim's Laundry Services. Today, she’s running a thriving laundry business, providing essential services to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) households and elderly clients. 🏆 Esther’s dedication to personalized customer service has earned her an excellent star rating. ★★★★★ Her determination, coupled with the support and training from Jim's, has made all the difference. Esther’s goal now is to expand her business by hiring reliable staff, allowing her to focus on further growth. 📈 Have you ever turned a setback into an opportunity? What motivated you to keep going? 💬 Watch the full podcast episode to hear Esther’s full story and discover how Jim's Laundry Services can help you turn setbacks into success! Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/g-FtSm8p #JimsGroup #Franchising #Franchise #SmallBusiness #LaundryServices #CareerChange #Inspiration #SuccessStory

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸 Let Freedom Ring 🔔 This summer, I'm on a mission to help more people create a work-life balance that lets them savor freedom & flexibility.  Maybe next year, you won't be facing summer business dilemmas, and instead, be the one sharing spontaneous adventures with family & friends. I love helping people achieve their dream of business ownership; it keeps me motivated – one franchise opportunity at a time. Let's talk! Click on the link below #4thofJuly #franchise #freedom #businessowner