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         <title>Part Time Business Ideas, To Help Pay The Bills</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Part-Time-Business-Ideas--To-Help-Pay-The-Bills/184802</link>
         <description>A couple of friends of mine needed to generate a little extra income on top of their wages. They were both into keep fit and enjoyed working out. They decided to supplement their income by becoming part time fitness instructors. 

They had to do a course which lasted less then six months and taught them the basics of keep fit. They both enjoyed doing the course and made some great friends along the way. 

The money is good and they keep fit at the same time! One teaches spinning on the stationary bikes whilst the other does aerobics classes. They both benefit from free membership in the gym they teach in¦

If you are good with your hands and into DIY then why not become a part time handy man? Busy people now a days just never get round to fixing that faulty cupboard¦ and the money that they are willing to pay for odd jobs is not that bad either for a couple of hours work. 

Start up costs are very low as long as you have the full range of basic tools.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business" rel="tag">business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/part+time+business" rel="tag">part time business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+idea" rel="tag">business idea</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/part+time+business+idea" rel="tag">part time business idea</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/" rel="tag"></a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Franchise Opportunity &amp; Business Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Franchises &amp; Business Directory&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Franchises &amp; Business Opportunities For Women</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Franchises---Business-Opportunities-For-Women/184789</link>
         <description>Buying a franchise is an ideal route for a woman choosing to go into business for the first time. Many franchise opportunities have been created to target the huge growth in female entrepreneurs. 

Women generally speaking are more cautious than men and therefore prefer going into a business that has a higher chance of success. By buying into a franchise business they are limiting their risk to some extent as they are buying into a proven business model.

Many women desire a business that is flexible in the hours worked so that they can also meet the demands of their family. Another area of huge growth is in women seeking a business opportunity after their children have grown up. All of a sudden they are now totally free to focus full time in business.

Some franchisors have now realised that women make very strong candidates and subsequently spend a lot of time and effort marketing their opportunity to them.

A health club franchise that targets female clients and encourages them to start getting fit again is proving very popular with women. With very little prior business experience required and full training provided this is a low cost franchise.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunities" rel="tag">franchise opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+opportunities" rel="tag">business opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunity" rel="tag">franchise opportunity</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Franchise Opportunity &amp; Business Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt; ...</description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Networking &amp; Business Advertising - Low Cost &amp; Very Effective</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Networking---Business-Advertising---Low-Cost---Very-Effective/184784</link>
         <description>Imagine being able to reach 1000s of business people for the fraction of the cost associated with general advertising. Well now you can use online networking platforms dedicated to businesses.

Many online platforms have dedicated areas where business people can advertise their services for free once they are a paying member. In Ecademy we have Marketplace which was a lot more powerful when the adverts were shown on the front page than it is now.

The best way to start on these sites is to participate in the discussion on the blogs page and slowly work your way towards advertising your wares in their marketplace. There is nothing worse than to join a site, plaster it with adverts for a few weeks and then leave never to be heard of again!

The worst thing you can do is to advertise your business in areas that are designated for blogging only.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business" rel="tag">business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+advertising" rel="tag">business advertising</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/networking" rel="tag">networking</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+platforms" rel="tag">online platforms</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+networking" rel="tag">business networking</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+platforms" rel="tag">business platforms</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Businesses&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Business Financing Decisions</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Business-Financing-Decisions/183682</link>
         <description>The goal of business finance is to raise sufficient capital at the least cost for the level of risk that management is willing to live with. The risk is that a business will not be able to service the debt and be forced into bankruptcy.

Broadly speaking there are 5 main ways of funding a company's needs:

¢	Receive credit from suppliers 
¢	Obtain lease financing 
¢	Obtain bank loans
¢	Issue bonds
¢	Issue stock

Supplier credit 

This is the easiest way that companies obtain funding. Companies buy goods and services and have anywhere from seven days till 6 months to pay for them; when companies need more credit from suppliers the financial controllers will negotiate longer credit terms or larger credit lines. The payment terms can also be stretched and this can work well because the creditors do not want the customer to go into bankruptcy taking their money with them.

Lease financing

Instead of buying equipment, many companies choose to lease equipment - this is a form of franchising.Cars,computers and heavy equipment can be financed for short periods or indeed longer periods.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business" rel="tag">business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+finance" rel="tag">business finance</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+financing" rel="tag">business financing</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Businesses&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Modern Female Entrepreneurs, Business &amp; BabiesÃ¢â¬Â¦</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Modern-Female-Entrepreneurs--Business---Babies-------/180821</link>
         <description>The modern successful business woman faces a dilemma when a baby arrives on the scene especially if it is unexpected. Can they manage to juggle work and business with babies?
	
The great thing about modern technology is that most business tasks can now be done online and on the phone. This means that business women can keep working from the office and nearer the time of giving birth, from home, until the last few days before giving birth!

Business women on average tend to take less time off when a baby arrives on the scene compared to women in employment. It can be easier dealing with the requirements of a child and juggling work for women who are their own boss as they do not have to deal with the prejudices of their employer.

It is critical that some home help is arranged quickly otherwise both mum and child could be affected. Busy mums will not just have to take care of business as usual but also recover from the child birth experience. 

For business women finding good childcare is essential if they are to continue working productively after their child is born.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/female+entrepreneur" rel="tag">female entrepreneur</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+entrepreneur" rel="tag">business entrepreneur</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/successful+women" rel="tag">successful women</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/modern+business+women" rel="tag">modern business women</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/modern+female" rel="tag">modern female</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Businesses&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Franchise Exhibitions - The Best Way To Evaluate A Franchise Business?</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Franchise-Exhibitions---The-Best-Way-To-Evaluate-A-Franchise-Business-/179310</link>
         <description>A franchise opportunity can be an excellent way to start a business for the first time. And the best way to find the right franchise is to attend a franchise exhibition. Some of the major franchise exhibitions showcase hundreds of different opportunities under one roof.

This gives potential franchisees the ability to shop around and question many franchisors all in the same day! It is also possible to negotiate favourable terms as so many franchises are competing to get a franchise agreement signed.

If a franchisee wants to make the most of attending a franchise exhibition then it is important that prior to attending basic research is carried out. By searching on the internet it will be possible to research many of the franchisors that are attending the exhibition.

It is also a good idea to be clued up on how franchises operate so that valuable time is not wasted learning the basics. Be careful though as there are many sharp sales people manning the stands and some of them may be far too ruthless when it comes to getting a franchise agreement signed!  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+exhibition" rel="tag">franchise exhibition</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunity" rel="tag">franchise opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+opportunity" rel="tag">business opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/opportu" rel="tag">opportu</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Home Franchise Opportunity, Which Business Is Better For You?</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Home-Franchise-Opportunity--Which-Business-Is-Better-For-You-/179284</link>
         <description>The franchise world encapsulates almost every kind of home based business opportunity you can think of, through property management, recruitment, grass-cutting, tyre-fitting, sandwich-making, chipped paint removal, drain cleaning etc.

Should one possess certain skills or experience necessary for any particular franchise then it may well be advisable to push towards a franchise specialising in that area.

However, in my opinion, and put very simply indeed, franchises fall broadly into two main categories -- those that return a residual income and those that require a new piece of work to be carried out to gain any additional income.

This is not to say that in franchise opportunities that do return residual income that no work is required to maintain the customer base but that it is much easier to maintain, the cost is not prohibitive and continuous benefit is derived by the customer from maintaining the existing contract.

Additionally, if one of the reasons for choosing the franchise was to be working from home then this kind of defeats the purpose as all the practical work will have to be carried out away from home.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/home+franchise" rel="tag">home franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunity" rel="tag">franchise opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+opportunity" rel="tag">business opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/opportunity" rel="tag">opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/h" rel="tag">h</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Home Business &amp; Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Home Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Multi-Level Marketing Business - General Study</title>
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         <description>The following is based on a study done by a friend and his partners in the early 1990's; indeed, things advanced to such a stage that they actually got involved with one of the companies as full time distributors.

The principle, while economically sound, must have core strength at its base and not fall into a well documented type of business known as pyramid selling, which became popular in the late 1960's and early 1970's.

When I say core strength, I mean that at its foundation any business must have a product that sells!

This may sound ridiculously obvious however a major problem occurring with many of the products marketed through this method, in their experience, has been that the products simply did not penetrate into the market successfully.

When joining one of the companies that participate in MLM, one is generally pressed upon to purchase materials for personal use and to buy stock for distribution to further people.

Additionally, whilst the figures shown in the literature are very impressive, to attain these figures it is imperative to introduce other people to the business thereby gaining a percentage of their material sold.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/muti-level+marketing+business" rel="tag">muti-level marketing business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/muti-level+marketing" rel="tag">muti-level marketing</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business" rel="tag">business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/marketing+business" rel="tag">marketing business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/multi+level+marketing" rel="tag">multi level marketing</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> ISnare - Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunities&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Mlm Business Opportunities - Are There Any Good Ones?</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Mlm-Business-Opportunities---Are-There-Any-Good-Ones-/178800</link>
         <description>I have researched these business opportunities and I can honestly say that there are some good ones amongst the majority which never make people any money. Well run MLM business opportunities are not a scam, however, you must do due diligence as is the case with any business you may get involved with.

So how can you tell the difference between a poor MLM opportunity and a good one?

Here are some pointers:

What is the pedigree of the company behind the business?

Check the accounts of the companies - are they financially stable?

How long have they been trading? 

What is the google rating of their home page?

Are real products being sold to real people?

Product pricing - make sure that the product is priced competitively.

Look for ones that offer a residual income stream.

Evaluate how the MLM company markets their system and money making potential. If they are making outrageous statements or saying that it is possible to make a lot of money without serious effort then avoid it at all costs!  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+opportunities" rel="tag">business opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/mlm+business" rel="tag">mlm business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/mlm+business+opportunities" rel="tag">mlm business opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/opportunities" rel="tag">opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/mlm+opportunities" rel="tag">mlm opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/" rel="tag"></a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Franchise Opportunities&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Change In Business - Personal History</title>
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         <description>Self Experience -- A brief story of our first major foray into the business world

The year is 1993 and three young men, who share a penchant for business, are searching for the right materials to get involved with after deciding that distribution as compared to manufacture is the way ahead in the day's particular climate.

The studies went on for almost two years and as luck would have it, a relative of two of the men controlled a soft drink's production factory; it was then intimated to the men that if they could source a certain product for him, even at the same price, he would give them a contract. 

The men duly did this, the product was sourced and the new business was up and running.

Over the following several years, the product range expanded and the customer base continued growing, using the same business model of distribution with ever-increasing storage facilities, creating an ability to from an efficient part of any company's supply chain management.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business" rel="tag">business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+model" rel="tag">business model</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+change" rel="tag">business change</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/change+in+business" rel="tag">change in business</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Businesses&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Sat, 23 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Beating The Business Blues Working At Home</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Beating-The-Business-Blues-Working-At-Home/178362</link>
         <description>The main reason people set up a home business is to have low overheads, escape the daily traffic jams and be the boss. But working from home also creates a feeling of isolation and when motivation is low it evens become difficult just going through your emails.

If you have an internet business and you live alone the problems just get compounded. There will be days at a time when you do not meet another living soul. So how do you beat the business blues?

Here are some tips:

Join a fitness club and pop out every time your energy levels start sagging. You do not need to use the gym every time¦ sometimes you can go straight to the wet area.

Get into the habit of having lunch somewhere nice that is not too expensive. At least you will be see some (live) people and be fresh when you get back to the office. Meet a friend for lunch now and again. Chatting about something else apart from will help to break up the day.

Keep some plants in the office and have some fish in an aquarium. Alternatively keep a cat or dog as a pet.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/working+at+home" rel="tag">working at home</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+blues" rel="tag">business blues</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/beating+the+business+blues.working+at+home+blues" rel="tag">beating the business blues.working at home blues</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/home+business" rel="tag">home business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/" rel="tag"></a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud - &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Home Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Home Business Opportunities &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Internet &amp; Online Business Scams Or How To Make An Easy Million!</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Internet---Online-Business-Scams-Or-How-To-Make-An-Easy-Million-/177829</link>
         <description>There are many online business opportunities available on the internet and the majority of them are scams. There are some good internet businesses but it can be difficult for somebody looking for an online opportunity to ascertain the ones that work from the myriads of get rich quick schemes.

Do not be fooled by all the schemes that advertise get rich quick schemes with only a few hours of work each week. In reality an online business is just like every other business in that hard work, long hours, determination to succeed and perseverance are required.

Here are typical headlines that one sees when searching for an online business opportunity:

"I made $35,000 last week and I only worked 5 hours!"
"Work Online from Home and make $20K a Month - 100% Proven & Guaranteed!"
"Make $1,000,000 in 6 Months - The Easy Way!"

Do not be taken in by these headlines. If it was possible to make so much money so quickly and in such a short time would they actually reveal the secret to you for "Only $229"?

And why is that they only have limited opportunities available at this price?  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+business" rel="tag">internet business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+business" rel="tag">online business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+business+scams" rel="tag">internet business scams</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+business+scams" rel="tag">online business scams</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+scams" rel="tag">internet scams</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Internet Business Franchises and UK Business Directory&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Internet Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Property Franchise Businesses - Build An Income Quickly</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Property-Franchise-Businesses---Build-An-Income-Quickly/177814</link>
         <description>Many franchise opportunities now exist in the lucrative and fast growing property market. The property business is awash with money as property prices continue rising and new property millionaires are created daily.

There are many different types of property franchises available in the market today. They include mortgage broker franchises, letting and property management franchises, property search franchises and estate agency franchises. There are even property franchises that specialise in finding overseas homes and property investments.

Some of these franchises are work from home opportunities like property management. The franchisees main tasks include collecting rent, making sure essential repairs are carried out and communicating with both the tenant and the owner of the properties.

This business can be worked part time or full time and in the right location it is possible to build this into a very lucrative business. If the franchisee provides good service then word of mouth will spread and finding properties to manage will be easy. 

Often a successful franchisee will find that he has to stop taking on more work or start taking on employees and open an office near the town centre once he reaches a certain threshold.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunity" rel="tag">franchise opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/property+franchise" rel="tag">property franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/property+franchise+opportunity" rel="tag">property franchise opportunity</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Buying A Franchise Opportunity &amp; Getting It Right!</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Buying-A-Franchise-Opportunity---Getting-It-Right-/177409</link>
         <description>Buying a Franchise offers many benefits over starting a business on your own. The franchisees benefit from the training and ongoing support that they receive whilst trying to make their business successful. People starting a business on their own often have no help or guidance in the day to day running of the business!

The franchisees receive guidance on location, fixtures and fittings, marketing and operation of the business model. This guidance is based on years of experience the franchisor has gained not only from running the business model but also from advising other franchisees.

Buying a franchise business is at least a five year commitment and as such should not be taken lightly. It is important to make the right lifestyle choice rather than basing the decision to buy purely on profitability of the business model.

A prospective franchisee should always look at the market trends to ascertain whether the need and requirements of the products of the franchise opportunity are predicted to grow or decline over the medium and long term. Getting advice from an experienced accountant can help in this respect.

What makes the franchisor's products better than the competition?  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+business" rel="tag">internet business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+business" rel="tag">online business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+business+scams" rel="tag">internet business scams</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+business+scams" rel="tag">online business scams</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+scams" rel="tag">internet scams</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>A Franchise Business Needs These Essential Ingredients</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/A-Franchise-Business-Needs-These-Essential-Ingredients/176778</link>
         <description>A franchise unlike other businesses needs to have special ingredients. These include an easily duplicated business model, decent profit margins, strong brand name and future potential for growth. If these ingredients are in place then it becomes easier to recruit the ideal franchisees.

A business can only be franchised if it is possible to train franchisees how to manage their territory successfully. If specialist skills are required then it becomes harder to franchise. As things currently stand, it is extremely difficult to recruit intelligent and hard working people without adding any extra burdens on the franchise selection team.

A Franchise Business generally requires larger profit margins than normal. This is because the profits have to be shared between franchisee and franchisor. The franchisors share is normally between ten and twelve percent of turnover which is a huge chunk when calculated as a percentage of profits.

A strong brand name is essential for success. The franchisee is not only buying into the business model but paying a franchise fee based on an easily identifiable and distinctive brand.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+business" rel="tag">franchise business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchised" rel="tag">franchised</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchisee" rel="tag">franchisee</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchisor" rel="tag">franchisor</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+model" rel="tag">franchise model</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>A Home Business - How Does It Affect The Children?</title>
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         <description>We all know the benefits of a home business. Working at home means that you can avoid traffic jams, forget about office politics and benefit from lower overheads. How does it affect the children? I believe that they benefit from hearing mum or dad discussing business on the phone or meeting business people at home.

Think about it - whatever business you are in, if you were working in the office they would never hear a word of your business language. Most children are not even aware of the type of business mums and dads do when they work away from home.

Normally when most parents speak to children they tend to use smaller words and often talk down to them. Then the phone rings and all of a sudden the kids are introduced to new words and a different manner of speaking.

How often do children ask you "what are you doing?" Even by answering this simple question they are learning. "I am working on a strategy to generate more sales". "Why are you doing that?" "So that we can make more money. Then I will be able to afford to buy you your new trampoline¦.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/home+business" rel="tag">home business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/working+at+home" rel="tag">working at home</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/home+working" rel="tag">home working</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/work+at+home" rel="tag">work at home</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Home Business Franchise&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Home Business Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Home Business&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Is A Dating Franchise The Right Business For You?</title>
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         <description>A dating business might be the right franchise opportunity for you if you want to work from home and enjoy meeting new people. 

The numbers of single people are rising all the time as people leave marriage for later and divorce rates are on the increase. People are now working longer hours than before and often need a helping hand to meet the right person.

In the past most members of dating agencies were people in their late twenties and early thirties. This is now no longer the case as people are now living longer and looking for a partner later on in life. Some older people might have got divorced or lost their partner due to unfortunate circumstance.

It is normally an internet based concept where people share knowledge about themselves and it is up to the software programme and yourself to match people together. Often a house visit is required whereby you meet the person looking for a partner in the privacy of their own home. 

This is a chance for you to get to know the person so that it becomes easier for you to find the right match for them.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunity" rel="tag">franchise opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/dating+franchise" rel="tag">dating franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+franchise" rel="tag">internet franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchisee" rel="tag">franchisee</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Internet &amp; Online Business Opportunities</title>
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         <description>Many business opportunities now exist on the web for people without computer experience. The usage of the internet is growing rapidly and therefore people who choose to enter this niche and are successful can make huge profits in a short time.

You can buy an online store that is fully stocked and ready for you to start selling within thirty minutes of signing up. The way this business model works is that the parent company has already negotiated prices and direct delivery to your customers. Your sole purpose is to find customers. This concept can work well if you can manage to get targeted traffic to your site.

You get the option to choose what types of products you want in your online store ranging from lingerie, ink cartridges, ties, mobile phones & beauty products. The problem with buying into this type of concept is that you are competing with so many other people who have the same identical store.

Adult turnkey sites are spending huge sums of money to get new operators to market their products. The problem with these types of businesses is that there are a huge number of adult sites already on the net.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+business" rel="tag">internet business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+business" rel="tag">online business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+opportunities" rel="tag">internet opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+opportunities" rel="tag">online opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+opportunities" rel="tag">business opportunities</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Internet &amp; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Are Coffee Franchises An Easy Business Opportunity?</title>
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         <description>Coffee franchises are springing up in almost every town and city worldwide. It is a tough business to be in when you consider the long hours, health and safety regulations and numbers of staff required.

When potential franchisees first look at this business they are blown away by the profit margins. Surely any business that has such high margins built in must be profitable?

In reality it is not as simple as that. For a coffee shop to be truly successful it needs to generate a huge number of sales to cover the fixed costs. The fixed costs are very high primarily due to the fact that business premises are required in shopping malls and busy high streets. This means that over half the turnover goes towards covering the rates and rents. 

A coffee franchise needs a higher number of employees then most franchises due to the number of hours the business has to be open. The majority of turnover is done either before work starts, at lunchtimes, after working hours and during the weekends. Unlike some other franchises this is definitely not a nine to five business!  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/coffee+franchise" rel="tag">coffee franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchisees" rel="tag">franchisees</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchisor" rel="tag">franchisor</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunity" rel="tag">franchise opportunity</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Franchises &amp; Business Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchise&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Internet Businesses Need More Traffic!</title>
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         <description>For an internet business to succeed the most important factor is traffic. Without traffic even the most expensive website is worthless. Having a website is like having a shop in a basement in a dark alley in a small town. So how can you generate traffic?

There are four main ways to generate useful traffic.

Paid for advertising this works but is very expensive. You buy sponsored links to your website and bid for keywords. The two main search engines work slightly differently when it comes to bidding for keywords. One takes into account the click through ratios whilst the other only takes the bid price for positioning purposes.

Write articles writing quality articles about the market your business is in will certainly help. This only works if you write a lot of articles. One or two articles will only give you a temporary blip of traffic maybe for a couple of days. There are literally hundreds of article sites that you can post to. It is hard work but well worth it.

Press releases write a press release that has some human story behind it.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+business" rel="tag">internet business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+traffic" rel="tag">internet traffic</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet" rel="tag">internet</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business" rel="tag">business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+business" rel="tag">online business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+traffic" rel="tag">online traffic</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud - &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Internet Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Internet Business Franchise&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Ireland Business&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Business Directory Analysis &amp; The Future</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Business-Directory-Analysis---The-Future/175246</link>
         <description>A Business Directory is normally published free of charge for users. Businesses get a free listing which is usually a name, address and phone number. If they want more information displayed they have to pay a fee.

Businesses and householders can now ask for a private number which means that their number is no longer listed. This has the advantage of reducing unsolicited calls but can harm the ability of a business to generate sales.

The size of the advertisement determines the price. Business names are listed in alphabetical order. This means that if a business name begins with the letter "a" it invariably has an advantage over a business that starts with the letter "t".

Now many countries are creating opt out rules which mean they businesses can still be listed in a telephone directory but can not be contacted by companies who wish to sell them products. This has totally changed the landscape for telemarketing companies and businesses which have been burdened by new regulation. 

The Yellow Pages generally refer to business listings whilst others refer to personal phone numbers and addresses.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+directory" rel="tag">business directory</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business" rel="tag">business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/online+directory" rel="tag">online directory</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/internet+directory" rel="tag">internet directory</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+directories" rel="tag">business directories</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;UK Business Directory&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Ireland Business Directory&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>The 5 Ks Of Being A Successful Franchisor</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-5-Ks-Of-Being-A-Successful-Franchisor/174234</link>
         <description>The franchise business world is constantly changing as new opportunities are released every month to an already stretched market place. By utilising the 5Ks of being a successful franchisor it is possible to keep ahead of the competition.

The 5Ks for being a successful franchisor are: 

Keep Communicating
Keep Supporting
Keep Innovating
Keep Investing
Keep Positive

Always refer to the 5Ks to ensure that the franchise offering is strong and remains competitive. They will also serve to ensure that the franchisees remain profitable in a more ruthless and overcrowded market place.

Keep communicating with the franchise network as a whole. Each one of the franchisees is bubbling over with ideas on how to improve the business model. They are invaluable when it comes to new ideas and ways to cut costs. 

By having constant communication with the franchisees, many niggles in the franchise network can quickly be resolved before they turn into major problems. If problems are left to fester they can easily develop into major disputes!

Remember to also communicate with your customers who are the ultimate users of your products. Regular questionnaires and surveys will keep you abreast of the latest trends and behaviours of your consumers.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchisor" rel="tag">franchisor</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+business" rel="tag">franchise business</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+network" rel="tag">franchise network</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchisee" rel="tag">franchisee</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+world" rel="tag">franchise world</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Business Franchise  How Do I Raise Funds To Buy?</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Business-Franchise--How-Do-I-Raise-Funds-To-Buy-/173435</link>
         <description>Many people buying a franchise opportunity or starting a business for the first time raise funds by getting a second mortgage on their property. This method is extremely popular due to the fact that it is possible to raise funds at exceptionally favourable terms. The interest rates are the lowest in the market and you can spread payments over many years.

Many people turn to their family and friends to either provide funds. The benefit of getting loans from friends and family is that often there is no arrangement fee and interest is usually waived. The problem with this is that if you fail for whatever reason chances are you will also lose a friend and bring financial pressures to bear to someone close to you!

If people are trying to raise money from the banks and they do not have a decent credit score they can often overcome this by getting personal guarantees from people close to them. Banks now know that if there is a problem getting repaid they can chase the guarantor for sums outstanding. Again this method carries the risk of bring you into disrepute with someone close to you.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunity" rel="tag">franchise opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+opportunity" rel="tag">business opportunity</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+funding" rel="tag">franchise funding</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/" rel="tag"></a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>What Does A Franchise Consultant Do?</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Does-A-Franchise-Consultant-Do-/173065</link>
         <description>What does a franchise consultant do? In general terms they can take your franchise concept from idea stage to full blown market penetration. They advise you on creating your operations manual, brochures, franchise agreements and help you to market your franchises.

They can advise you on the best methods for raising capital not only for successfully launching your franchise but also for the franchisees to be able to afford to buy your franchise in the first place! Many new franchises fail at the first hurdle purely because they are underfunded at the initial stage.

They will also assist you in your business plans and setting goals. It is imperative that right from the start you have set targets to meet. These will probably need to be reviewed every quarter as real life figures take over from numbers in a spread sheet.

The secret of success in the franchise industry is to find the right franchisees. You can have the best business model but if you fail to make the right selection when recruiting then it is asking for trouble. Marketing using the right channels right at the start will make a great difference to the success of your venture.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+consulatant" rel="tag">franchise consulatant</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+consultant" rel="tag">business consultant</a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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         <title>Home Based Franchise Opportunities</title>
         <link>http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Home-Based-Franchise-Opportunities/171864</link>
         <description>Potential Franchisees seeking a business opportunity that can be run from have never had such a great choice. Franchisors have now realised that the potential for home based franchises is huge. More and more people want to leave the rat race and work for themselves at the same time as keeping their overheads low.

The types of businesses that can be successfully run from home are wide and varied. They include businesses like financial solutions, business advice, computer repair, book keeping, ink cartridges, child minding, car repairs, business coaches and publishing your own magazines.

Most of these franchises provide you with comprehensive training in how to set up your own home office. They will give you advice on basic bookkeeping, making sales calls, setting up broadband, setting up wireless connectivity and much more. There is a lot more to working at home than people realise!

When people first start thinking about working from home they fail to realise that their family will feel threatened. What was once their own private domain has now been turned into business premises! The first action that anybody should take is to set up a dedicated office that does not infringe on other family life.  **End Summary**  Topics: <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise+opportunities" rel="tag">franchise opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+franchise" rel="tag">business franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/business+opportunities" rel="tag">business opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/opportunities" rel="tag">opportunities</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/franchise" rel="tag">franchise</a>]]> <![CDATA[<a href="http://www.articlesnatch.com/topic/" rel="tag"></a>]]><![CDATA[<p>]]> About the Author: <![CDATA[<br>]]> Naz Daud &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk/frontend/franchiseinfo.php?cityid=79&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Business Franchise Opportunity&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.co.uk&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Business Directory &amp; Franchises&lt;/a&gt;  &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.citylocal.ie&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Ireland Franchises&lt;/a&gt; </description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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