Why Smart Leaders Still Get Inconsistent Results (and What Kolbe Reveals About It)
We all do it. We hire high performers, assemble what we think are capable teams, and boom, expect miracles. When it doesn’t happen, we can’t help but think we’ve made a mistake. What could we have done wrong? We hired the best and brightest and assembled an amazing team! Expectations are missed, follow-through is inconsistent, and we make assumptions.
Unlocking Franchise Success with Kolbe: Using Kolbe RightFit™ Hiring System
When you finally crack the hiring code, your team runs smoother, faster, and much more profitably. Kolbe RightFit™ is a science-based hiring solution that compares candidates to roles based on their natural strengths—how they instinctively take action, not just their resume or personality.
Unlocking Franchise Success with Kolbe: Hiring for Fit, Not Just Skill
By Karen Powell, Certified Kolbe Consultant Talent and Strengths Advocate (FSBI) Brian K. Miller, Business Strategist Great teams don’t succeed because everyone thinks alike. In his book Topgrading: How Leading Companies Win by Hiring, Coaching, and Keeping the Best People, Bradford Smart makes it clear: if you stack a team with people who operate the […]
Building a Strong Franchisor Leadership Team: How Kolbe Shapes C-Suite Success By Karen Powell, Certified Kolbe Consultant
Talent and Strengths Advocate (FSBI) Successful franchise organizations aren’t built by accident. They require strong, well-balanced leadership teams that can effectively scale and sustain growth. Many franchisors start with a driven, entrepreneurial founder who is often a Quick Start—someone who thrives on innovation, moves fast, and embraces risk. While this trait is invaluable in launching […]
How AI Will Impact Franchising: Pros and Cons for Franchisors
Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands as one of the most transformative forces in recent years, overhauling the fundamental operations of various industries, including franchising.
Unveiling 2024 Franchising Trends in the United States: Growth, Technology, and Emerging Markets
As the franchising landscape in the United States evolves, it’s essential to dissect the emerging trends shaping the industry in 2024. From technological advancements to the exploration of new markets, let’s delve into how these trends are influencing franchise growth specifically within the United States. **Exploring Emerging Markets:** While the United States has long been […]
5 Digital Marketing Trends & Strategies for 2024: A Comprehensive Guide
Digital marketing is an ever-evolving field, and franchisors must stay ahead of the curve to remain competitive. With 2024 fast approaching, looking at the latest digital marketing trends and strategies that will shape the industry is essential.
The Future is Women in Franchising: How Female Entrepreneurs are Leading the Way
The franchise industry has seen a significant increase in women-owned businesses in recent years. Women are changing the gender norms in male-dominated industries, and franchising is no exception. According to the International Franchise Association, women-owned franchises have grown by 38% in the last decade, and women now represent 30% of all franchise owners in the […]
How to Successfully Produce and Facilitate a Virtual Discovery Day for a Franchise
How to Create a Successful Virtual Discovery Day Experience This should not be a sales closing event. Virtual Discovery Day (or Meet the Team Day) is a reinforcement of the information the candidate has been gathering during your awards experience. It is also a time to “meet the team” and learn more about the people […]
2023 Best of the Best
The Entrepreneur’s Source Named One of 2023’s Best of the Best Franchises By Entrepreneur SOUTHBURY, Conn. – (July 18, 2023) – The Entrepreneur’s Source® (TES) was recognized as one of the Best of the Best Franchises in 2023 by Entrepreneur. The ranking, which is featured in the July/August issue of Entrepreneur magazine and on Entrepreneur.com, […]