Can you MANUFACTURE Success as a Business Owner?

The light manufacturing category of business is very broad, but each business has one thing in common – you are making what you sell.

Since it’s light manufacturing, that typically means you are in an environment with no loud noises, no noxious odors, no dangerous chemicals and no dangerous equipment. You’re making something out of raw materials – something truly unique and something to be proud of. The work day usually consists of typical business hours, and if you’re good – you’ll have repeat customers that generate 80% of your business.

You’re invited to participate in a a special webinar examining a light manufacturing business opportunity on August 1 and August 22 at 2 p.m. EDT. .This business-to-business manufacturer offers recession-resistant products that every business needs, and only requires a few employees with specific skills.  To find out more information and to register, please visit my web site at michiganfranchiseforum.com.

If you have any questions about this, or any questions about franchising, please contact me at 312-821-5060 or mcory@frannet.com.

UPCOMING WEBINARS
- Business Ownership Exploration
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
NO COST
more info | register now

- Selecting Your Next Business: Does Franchising Make Sense?
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
NO COST
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UPCOMING EVENTS 
- Local Seminar - “Franchising as a Career, an Investment, or Both” -TROY
Thursday, August 22, 2013
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
NO COST
Offices of Derderian, Kann, Seyferth & Salucci, CPAs
3001 W. Big Beaver, Suite 700, Troy
RSVP Required
more info | register now

- Local Seminar - Want to learn how to profit from West Michigan’s Recycling Movement? - GRAND RAPIDS
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
NO COST
5329 Clay Ave SW, Suite B, Grand Rapids
RSVP Required
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- THE MICHIGAN FRANCHISE FORUM: Meet the Franchisors Expanding in Michigan - Grand Rapids Area
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
NO COST
Northwood University Grand Rapids Campus
515 Michigan St. NE, Ste. 100, Grand Rapids
RSVP Required
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Investing in Yourself

If you are looking to make an investment, you may be dissuaded by some of the financial returns that are currently in the market:

36 to 48 Month CD, $50,000 investment [1}	0.4% APY
Average Short Term Municipal Bond	Less than 1% APR
Stocks Annual Return (according to Warren Buffet)	6 to 7%

On the other hand, what if you could make an investment in yourself?  Now, keep in mind, starting a business is tough, and not everyone succeeds.

According to the Census, 64% of businesses survive the first two years of existence.  Franchisees that consult with FranNet have seen a 91% success rate!  Five years?  About half of businesses survive, yet FranNet-assisted franchisees have seen an 85% success rate!

It may be time invest in yourself.  But where do you start? Why not seek the FREE help and guidance of FranNet?   Give me a call at 312-821-5060 or email me at mcory@frannet.com for more information. 

You can also attend my FREE seminar, “Franchising as a Career, an Investment, or Both!” on JULY 25 in TROY, MI.  For more information, please visit my web site at michiganfranchiseforum.com.

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[1]  53.com, based on zip code 49519

EXAMINING THE FEARS OF STARTING A BUSINESS

According to Entrepreneur Magazine, two-thirds of Americans have thought about starting a business.  Some common fears that may prevent one from starting a business include the fear of giving up a “guaranteed” income and benefits from a day job, having to work night-and-day to ensure that a business goes well, and wondering if the business idea will be successful.

All throughout this month, FranNet is hosting FREE webinars that explore franchising and the many facets of this method of business ownership. Perhaps with the right information, some of those fears may give way to eagerness and optimism of taking control and starting a new chapter in your life.

In addition to addressing the natural fears of starting a business, these upcoming webinars will explain how to reduce risk in business ownership, finding a great fit and its correlation to success, as well as specific franchise concepts that may peak your interest.
 
Here’s a list of upcoming webinars :-      FEATURED WEBINAR:
July 24:  Elements Therapeutic Massage
MORE INFO      |     REGISTER

-       July 10:  Business Ownership Exploration WebinarLearn franchising basics, including the array of categories and investment levels available (starting at around $50K), and how to go about defining your own personal vision, matching that up with viable choices, and conducting proper due diligence to make sure your selecting the RIGHT fit for YOU!MORE INFO      |     REGISTER

-       July 11:  Franchise Business Opportunities for Hispanic-AmericansDuring the webinar, we'll cover: how to easily find the right franchise, the advantages to start a business, a look at franchise ownership, misconceptions about franchising and building your personal business model.MORE INFO      |     REGISTER

-       July 30:  Meet the Franchisors from the Hottest Franchises Around!Whether it’s the latest gadget or the hottest item, it seems many of us want to get our hands on the “next best thing.” That’s exactly what this Meet The Franchisor webinar will introduce you to – three of the hottest franchise companies out there! Whether they’re growing at record paces, existing in a booming industry, or have found a way to innovatively invigorate an existing industry, don’t miss your chance to hear from these three companies.MORE INFO      |     REGISTER

If you have any questions about franchising, please feel free to give me a call!  You can reach me at 313-821-5060 or mcory@frannet.com.  You can also visit my web site at michiganfranchiseforum.com.

The American Dream Isn’t Dead …

We're coming up on July 4th, and I want to emphatically state that THE AMERICAN DREAM IS NOT DEAD! In fact, it's very much alive! The unemployment rate for June 2013 was a half-percentage better than June 2012. Just over the month, 175,000 positions were created. It's been slowly improving from the recent record low of 10.2 percent in October 2009.

But, if you're exploring business ownership just because of these reports, beware! Its important to explore those businesses that have the ability to thrive in all economic conditions - both good and bad. 

The question is how to do that! This is just one of the topics we cover in our upcoming seminar called “Franchising as a Career, an Investment, or Both!” This event is FREE, and will take place on July 25 in Troy, MI. For more information, please visit michiganfranchiseforum.com, email mcory@frannet.com or call 313-821-5060.

There are several webinars scheduled for the month of July, where you can find out even more about franchising from the comfort of your own home.  Read the list below and click on the links for more information or to register.

• Light Manufacturing Business Opportunity
  Tuesday, July 9, 2013
  2:00 PM to 3:30 PM NO COST
  more info | register now
• Business Ownership Exploration
  Wednesday, July 10, 2013
  2:00 PM to 3:30 PM NO COST
  more info | register now
• Business Opportunities for Hispanic-Americans
  Thursday, July 11, 2013
  2:00 PM to 3:30 PM NO COST
  more info | register now
• Franchisor Spotlight: Keep Your Job, Own a Business. Semi-Absentee Health & Wellness Concept (US Only)
  Wednesday, July 24, 2013
  8:00 PM to 9:30 PM NO COST
  more info | register now
• Meet the Franchisors Webinar: The Hottest Franchises Around!
  Tuesday, July 30, 2013
  12:00 PM to 1:00 PM NO COST
  more info | register now