Recovery: Page 7
This Restaurant Just Launched 8 New Brands. Sales Boomed.
To boost sales during the pandemic, the founders of Dog Haus flooded the delivery apps with virtual restaurants that operate out of existing franchise kitchens. They've been so valuable that they're now here to stay.
Why the Franchise Industry Will Boom in 2021
After months of forced closures and record-high unemployment, the U.S. is ready for an economic recovery - and the franchise industry is uniquely positioned to lead the charge.
6 Ways to Set Goals in an Unpredictable 2021
We asked founders how they're setting goals for the year ahead and plotting untraveled roads to success.
Mandatory Covid Vaccines? Employers Consider Their Options.
Companies are looking to existing laws and federal guidelines to inform their decisions.
When Will My Next Stimulus Check Arrive? (Updated)
As unemployment benefits are set to decrease, the Treasury dangles a second round of no-strings-attached payments to most Americans.
Why You Should Break Through Your Boundaries
You set boundaries without realizing it, but boundaries, like rules, are made to be broken.
How Taco Bell Became 2020's Top Franchise
Taco Bell endured years of falling sales without ever letting the struggle show, and the effort paid off: The master of hype finally scored #1 on our Franchise 500 list.
Franchise 500: Our Definitive Ranking of 2021's Strongest Franchises
Get to know the year's top trends and toughest brands, and explore what might be your best franchise opportunity.
How Dunkin' Pivoted to Serve the Home-Office Crowd
The #2 company on our Franchise 500 list closed some stores during the pandemic, but new stores are seeing higher sales.
How A Well-Timed Redesign Helped Boost The UPS Store's Growth
The #3 company on our Franchise 500 list met the pandemic with a socially-distant store redesign.
How Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Uses Viral Marketing to Create Explosive Growth
The #4 company on our Franchise 500 list wants to be one of the fastest-growing brands in the U.S.
Which Franchise Keeps Kids (and Parents!) Sane?
The #6 company on our Franchise 500 list adjusted its education model for the first time since 1954 - and opened 140 new centers.
How Jersey Mike's Subs Grew In 2020: It Began Acting Like a Tech Company
The #7 company on our Franchise 500 list relied on its customer-centric app to survive the pandemic and keep fans fed.
How Planet Fitness Grew in 2020, Even While Its Gyms Were Empty
The #8 company on our Franchise 500 list created streaming workouts for Facebook Live and attracted 45 million views.
7-Eleven's Winning Pandemic Plan: Extra Toilet Paper, Beer Delivery, and Lots Of Convenience
The #9 company on our Franchise 500 list calmed customers' pandemic fears with in-stock toilet paper and plenty of delivery options.