Starting a business is a dream come true for many entrepreneurs; however, when it comes to exiting it, most are unprepared. No matter how successful your business is, having an exit plan is crucial for all business owners. An exit strategy defines how you will leave...

You may be doing business in another country, and there may be some local customs that differ from what is done in the States, but it’s still your brand, and it still needs to be recognizable abroad. That moment when you realize you’re ready to take your business...

After its most successful year in company history, United Franchise Group is recognized in South Florida as a leader in franchising and the business community. United Franchise Group (UFG) is making waves in the South Florida business community, having recently been...

Ray Titus is CEO of United Franchise Group (UFG), a global leader for entrepreneurs with brands in over 1,600 locations in 80 countries. In over 30 years of being in the business of selling—whether it is selling ideas, insights, expertise, products, businesses or...

Listen to your customers. Commit to learning and understanding their preferences and be open to feedback. Ultimately, you need their buy-in to succeed. Show them that you care by fulfilling their needs, even if it means making changes to your system. Startups usually...

Participants can learn what their business is worth and take steps to get maximum value Exit Factor™, a business consulting firm that specializes in succession planning for small to mid-sized companies, announced today the launch of its EF1 Prep to Sell program,...

Ray Titus is CEO of United Franchise Group (UFG), a global leader for entrepreneurs with brands in over 1,600 locations in 80 countries. Franchising is a proven model for growing a business, and today is the best time I have personally seen in more than 35 years to...

I've learned a lot from playing and coaching basketball and believe a lot of my business success has come from what I've learned on the court. Here are seven winning strategies I've brought to my business game. Basketball is a thrilling game that has been a big part...

Big goals and small, productive steps are not mutually exclusive. You need both. Here’s why. Whether you’re starting your very first business, a new venture or your business is in growth mode, setting goals is fundamental to your overall success—and the success of...

New Consumer Brands Division Will Prioritize Franchisees’ Success United Franchise Group has created Starpoint Brands, a division made up of the parent company’s business-to-consumer brands: Fully Promoted, Graze Craze, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, Network...