Jason Daley
Jason Daley lives and writes in Madison, Wisconsin. His work regularly appears in Popular Science, Outside and other magazines.
Sports Franchise Is Making Youth Sports Fun Again
Brian Sanders started i9 Sports as a mellower alternative to the competitive nature of youth sports.
A Former Patient Opens a Home Healthcare Franchise
After recovering from a car accident, Rick Collett decided to pursue healthcare and ended up opening a BrightStar Care home healthcare franchise.
StearClear Gives Customers a Safe Lift Home
A designated-driver franchise that utilizes smartphone technology.
Bed Bug Chasers Franchise Keeps Focus on its Niche
Rather than expand to a full-spectrum pest-control business, Bed Bug Chasers expands within its niche.
BizBox Brings the Store to the Customer
The 6,000-pound retail shop can be pulled by a large pickup truck to wherever potential customers may gather.
Pizza Fusion Takes Green Mainstream
The organic pizza franchise wants its eco-friendly mission to exist subtly in the background.
Four Companies Transforming the Franchising World
Franchising may not seem like an innovative endeavor, but these businesses are game changers.
Is an MBA Still Necessary?
Two outspoken academic leaders offer opposing views on the relevance of a traditional business education.
Golden Krust Franchise Brings Jamaican Flavor Stateside
How an immigrant family business grew by expanding their menu of Jamaican fast food.
Brother and Sister Team Start a Trendy Used Clothing Franchise
Inspired by her franchise-owning parents, Chelsea Sloan started Uptown Cheapskate with her brother Scott while she was still in college.
Two Medical Pros Change Course With an Urgent-Care Franchise
A doctor and nurse team up to open the first Doctors Express urgent-care franchise in Florida.
The Top Traits of Successful Franchise Owners
'Franchise King' Joel Libava claims he has cracked the code to what makes a successful franchise owner. Find out if you have what it takes.
Nostalgic Niche: Bringing Back the Butcher Shop
The founders of Meat House revive an old-time institution, opening 30 stores in 10 states. They share their business secrets -- and their favorite cuts.
No Time to Hire? Enter the Virtual Interview
Jody Presti created JobOn, an online service that allows job applicants to answer questions via webcam. Subway, Starbucks and Pizza Hut are using it.
Eggs? Grilled Cheese? Food Chains Say 'Niche' Pays
Restaurant franchises with a narrow--or even singular--focus are serving up high-concept takes on familiar, simple foods. Here's how to do one thing, and do it well.
How ADstruc Aims to Reinvent the Billboard Business
The web-based exchange connects advertisers with billboard owners without the need for document swaps and epic location-scouting.
Why Box Buddies Founder Handed Over the Reins to Work as a Franchisee
This franchise founder bounced back from hardships the first time around and found success at his own speed.
The Melting Pot Looks to Diversity to Grow its Franchise
Fondue franchise broadens its reach to new communities to expand its corporate office and franchisees.
The Biggest Lessons Franchisors Learned About Social Media
The franchise world has finally embraced social media. A look at the new services and policies helping the franchise systems work together, plus three tips to build a social fan base.
Look Out Lunch Ladies, Here Comes Wholesome Tummies
This new franchise delivers meals to schools and kicks PB&J to the curb.
How Ground Round, Sizzler and Bennigan's Bounced Back from Bankruptcy
A handful of classic restaurant brands have reemerged from bankruptcy. Here's how these franchises fought their way back from the great strip mall in the sky.
Franchisee Rolling in Green from Recycling Other People's Clutter
This 1-800-Got-Junk franchisee collects other people's unwanted stuff and finds a use for everything viable from clients' homes.
Franchises Turn to Automated Customer Feedback
Innovative software empowers franchise owners to respond to customer reviews instantly.
A Roadmap to Self-Reliance for Solopreneurs
One isn't always the loneliest number. In fact, it may be all that's needed to operate a successful business.
Martial Arts Franchise Kicks Butt
A martial arts franchise aims to drop-kick bullies and raise self-esteem while helping owners bring a professional approach to their business.
New Franchises Team Up and Make Co-branding Work
Co-branding among franchises appeared to have lost its luster in recent years. But new concepts are emerging to prove that strategic combinations of businesses can cut costs and broaden the customer b
Freedom in a Fashion Franchise
Apricot Lane franchises operate as true boutiques. And they're growing fast.
After a Post-9/11 Slump, an Entrepreneur Turns to Franchising
Greg Carafello was at his flagship location on Sept. 11. He escaped after the second plane hit. Not only did he lose his main branch, but also his best friend.
A Tech Entrepreneur Finds a Niche in Pouncing on Law-Breaking Pet Owners
PooPrints uses DNA samples to track down dumping doggies and the scofflaws who don't pick up after them
This Franchise Is a Flying Success
A Seattle couple makes the jump into franchising with iFly.Most Popular
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