Just a Number: Starting a Successful Franchise at Any Age

By Zach Vesper, NPI, Inc.’s SEO and Marketing Specialist Some common characteristics that come to mind when people imagine a successful startup owner are youthful, energetic and academically accomplished. Popular thinking dictates that once you’ve cemented yourself in a career that it’s too late to start something new. However, this evaluation couldn’t be further from […]

Tips for Running a Successful Family Business

By Stepha Vesper, NPI, Inc.’s Marketing Communications Specialist Running a business is challenging enough on its own. Adding family into the equation can take that challenge to a whole new level. However, it can definitely be done right—as evidenced by our highly successful franchisees! Here are a few pointers for staying productive, profitable and most […]

The 5 Best Leadership Traits for a Thriving Small Business

Being a small business owner is a great feeling. There’s a sense of pride that you get from starting down your own path and getting to create your own opportunities, but there are challenges that you will face as well. Competition can be fierce, and it can be difficult to separate yourself from the pack. […]