Success Stories
The Inside Scoop
BY Nichole L. Torres
What's it really like to buy a franchise? One entrepreneur dishes up all the details of her journey to open a Cold Stone Creamery.View From the Top
BY Nichole L. Torres
Subway takes the title of the #1 franchise for the 13th time. So what's it really like to wear the crown?Back in the Saddle Again
BY April Y. Pennington
After languishing in franchise turmoil amid franchisor changes, Roy Rogers franchisees take the reins of the franchise system and plan on blazing a trail back to the top of the food chain.Groom to Grow
BY Jeri Yoshida
Animal grooming is more than a pet project for a former HR executive.No Place Like Home
BY Rebecca Villaneda
One couple makes it their business to care for homebound clients.Smoothie Operator
BY Natalia Olenicoff
With 4 successful stores, this juice enthusiast has all the right moves.Leader of the Pack
BY Jeri Yoshida
A single mother from Belgium finds that good things come in packages of all sizes.No Free Lunch
BY Anna Buss
Hard work is a key ingredient for the owners of four Togo's stores.Shock Value
BY Sara Wilson
A belief in the power of batteries charged this couple up for franchise ownership.Special Arrangements
BY Anna Buss
A persistent entrepreneur enjoys the sweet fruits of his labor.High on Life
BY Sara Wilson
Genuine enthusiasm translates to good business in any language.Playing Cupid
BY Anna Buss
These matchmaking sisters aim to give busy singles a fast--and fun--way to date.Picture Perfect
BY Jonathan Riggs
Cameras, costumes and toddlers are all in a day's work for Lil' Angels franchisees.I Spy
BY Sara Wilson
One franchisee uncovers hidden potential in a private-eye business.Hungry for More
BY Sara Wilson
With four food franchises on his plate, this owner reveals his recipe for success.Flower Power
BY Sarah Pierce
A nearly overlooked opportunity is blooming into an ideal business.Shooting for the Stars
BY Sara Wilson
Think the sky's the limit? Not when fireworks are involved.No Train, No Gain
BY Sara Wilson
With sweat and hard work, this franchisee whipped his business into perfect shape.A Cut Above
BY Sarah Pierce
A landscaping franchise bloomed into a livelihood for this grad.Better Safe. . .
BY Ray Sadeghian
One mom hopes child ID cards mean parents will never have to be sorry.Two the Rescue
BY Sara Wilson
This dependable duo is on hand when technology gives you a hard time.Bright Idea
BY Ray Sadeghian
When this couple noticed a lack of outdoor illumination options, they decided to make light of the situation.Sister Act
BY Sarah Pierce
Working together is helping these women build a healthy franchise.A Brew Attitude
BY April Y. Pennington
It takes more than your average Joe to go up against the likes of Starbucks.Having It Nailed
BY Sara Wilson
A zest for woodworking helped this entrepreneur get out of a rut.A New Lease on Life
BY Mark Newton
Real estate franchising gets a fresh twist from one seasoned veteran.Ads by Google
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Ben Kaufman
Founder, Quirky Inc.
"I'm inspired by the Empire State Building. Probably not many people know that it was built in one year and 45 days."
Alexander Mendeluk
Co-founder of SpiritHoods
"When I see people bridging the gap between the limitations that the 'real world' imposes and what they realize they can manifest."
Bret Michaels
Musician, entrepreneur
"The secret to success lies in the gap between dream and reality."
Scott Heiferman
Meetup Co-founder
"I'm more inspired by the 20-somethings who are going to change the world. They have much less respect for the status quo and are seeing the world in a fresh way, many of them."
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