Franchise Business Review

Are employee engagement surveys really worth it? They can be a powerful tool to improve retention, boost performance, and build stronger teams — but only if they’re done right. In our latest article, we break down the pros and cons of employee engagement surveys, and why tracking results over time is key to driving real change. That’s where we come in. At FBR, we don’t just help you run surveys — we help you understand them. Our insights help franchise brands turn employee feedback into strategic action. Curious about how your team stacks up? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eZ-YMKuV

Franchise growth doesn’t just happen—it’s built on trust, support, and satisfaction from the ground up. Join Franchise Business Review to find out how you can use franchisee satisfaction data to attract better leads, speed up the validation process, and award more franchises to the right candidates. Drawing on 20 years of franchise market research, we’ll explore: ✅ The differences in what candidates are looking for today vs. five years ago ✅ Why franchisee satisfaction is critical to your growth strategy ✅ What the top-performing brands do that others don’t ✅ How to mitigate the vocal naysayers in your system when candidates are validating ✅ And more! 🎥 Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gf_K8Z9W This is more than a look behind the curtain—it’s a glimpse at the strategies driving real, sustainable franchise growth. #Franchising #FranchiseGrowth #BrandStrategy #CustomerExperience #FranchiseSuccess #VideoMarketing

#MemberMonday: Meet Courtney Stillings, CFE! As Vice President of Growth at Franchise Business Review, Courtney is passionate about helping franchise companies harness data-driven insights to improve performance. With four years in franchising, she specializes in franchisee satisfaction and employee engagement, consulting with franchise leadership to identify strategic opportunities for growth through stakeholder feedback. Courtney also co-chairs the Boston/New England Women’s Franchise Network and dedicates time to mentoring students at the Dover Children's Home. Fun Fact: Courtney ran the Chicago Marathon in under 5 hours! 🏃♀️💪 Let’s give Courtney a shoutout for her contributions to franchising and beyond! Drop a comment to celebrate her impact. 👏 #WomenInFranchising #MemberMonday

Meet the new faces of Franchise Business Review! We're thrilled to welcome some incredible new talent to the FBR team. Each of them brings fresh perspectives, diverse experience, and a shared passion for franchise excellence. 🌟 Lauren Pardue – Digital Marketing Specialist Coming from a digital marketing background, Lauren is bringing top-notch graphic design skills to our wonderful Marketing team. 🌟 Izzy Barden – Client Consultant With a foundation in sales within programmatic media audience design, Izzy is excited to jump into our Sales team. 🌟 Allison Dudas – Senior Manager in B2C Marketing With a background in the field of hyper-local marketing, Allison is ready to make an impact on our Marketing team. 🌟 Katie Ingalls – Customer Success & Admin With many skills in customer relations and communication, Katie brings a fresh look at consumer relations within our Customer Satisfaction department. We’re so excited to have them on board and can’t wait to see the amazing things we’ll accomplish together! Please help us give them a warm welcome.

The Franchising at WORK Awards recognize the best workplaces in franchising. The brands that put their employees first, foster amazing cultures, and create workplaces people actually love. Why enter? 💡 Get recognized as a top franchise workplace 💡 Gain valuable insights to strengthen employee engagement 💡 Boost recruitment & retention with third-party validation 💡 Show the industry that your brand is where top talent wants to be But don’t wait—the deadline is April 30th! 🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4lipkzc

Our list Top Low-Cost Franchises highlights 50 franchise brands that offer strong franchisee satisfaction and entry points that won’t break the bank. We surveyed 12,000+ franchise owners across 125+ brands to find the opportunities that are making a real impact—without the high investment. 🔗 Check out the full list and see what makes these brands stand out: https://bit.ly/4k9S0cW #FranchiseGrowth #FranchiseOpportunities #LowCostFranchises #FranchiseSuccess

Compensation is one of the biggest factors in attracting and keeping top talent—but how do you know if your franchise is offering competitive pay? The Franchise Compensation Report is packed with real salary data from over 6,100 corporate franchise positions across 140+ brands, helping you: ✔ Benchmark salaries for leadership, operations, HR, and more ✔ Stay competitive in today’s evolving job market ✔ Make informed decisions to strengthen retention and recruitment Get the data you need. Download the report now: https://bit.ly/4eShzvz #FranchiseLeadership #TalentStrategy #CompensationTrends

TODAY is deadline to register for Franchise Business Review's Q3 awards. This is your last chance to be recognized in categories like Top Recession-Proof Franchises, Franchisee Rock Stars, and Most Profitable Franchises. Stand out to prospective franchisees, gain credibility, and spotlight your brand’s excellence. Registration is free and confidential—but time is running out fast. Secure your spot before the day is over here: https://lnkd.in/dq2gfYN #FranchiseAwards #FranchiseGrowth #TopFranchises

The deadline to register for Franchise Business Review's Q3 awards is TOMORROW. Don't miss your chance to be recognized in these esteemed categories: 🌟 Top Recession-Proof Franchises 🌟 Franchisee Rock Stars 🌟 Most Profitable Franchises. Why participate? This is your opportunity to attract prospective franchisees, gain media exposure, and strengthen your brand’s credibility with third-party recognition. Plus, it’s completely free and confidential! Enter now: https://lnkd.in/dq2gfYN #FranchiseAwards #FranchiseGrowth #TopFranchises

The deadline to register for Franchise Business Review's Q3 awards is 3 DAYS AWAY! This is your last chance to be recognized in categories like Top Recession-Proof Franchises, Franchisee Rock Stars, and Most Profitable Franchises. Stand out to prospective franchisees, gain credibility, and spotlight your brand’s excellence. Registration is free and confidential—but time is running out fast. Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/dq2gfYN #FranchiseAwards #FranchiseGrowth #TopFranchises