If you want to be your own boss then franchising is an option worthy of careful consideration, but many people don't fully understand what franchising is or what it involves. Richard Holden, Head of Franchising at Lloyds TSB, explains
If your job is getting you down and you spend much of your time clock watching it's time to put the spring back in your step. Rachel Spaul explores franchising in Scotland
Visiting franchise exhibitions, surfing the franchise websites and reading franchise publications are like browsing the shelves of a well-stocked sweet shop, observes Rachel Spaul. Like sweets, there's hundreds to choose from, some offering a unique flavour. But be careful which one you choose because even the most tempting may not provide lasting enjoyment
