Looking for more franchisees? A franchise lead referral network can help.(2006 SUPPLIER SOURCE BOOK)

From: Franchising World | Date: October 1, 2005| Author: Hockett, Steve | Copyright information

Franchise lead referral networks, along with their consultants (also known as brokers, coaches or affiliates), are emerging as an integral part of the franchise sector. A franchise lead referral network works with potential franchisee candidates to help them find a franchise that is a good match. The process usually involves a thorough self-evaluation by the candidate, creation of a summary model for research, introduction to and review of "matching" franchise companies, and finall...

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