Last summer the FTC put forth a report and then asked for comments on modifications of the franchise rule. There has been no real significant changes since the 1970's, but lots of opinions and case law along the way. All these complications of rules and the rules proposed today by the Federal Trade Commission do not help franchisors remain efficient or franchisees sell more pizza, hamburgers or donuts.
Franchising is not about laws as much as delivering goods and services to people in an expeditious and efficient manner. Franchisors need to concentrate on markets and the Federal Trade Commission on trends and keeping markets free, free from barriers to entry, free from abuse of power and help maintain free flow to such markets. The FTC is not the FBC Federal Bureaucracy Creator. If the Federal Trade Commission is going to referee, that is fine and will continue to serve our nation as it was intended, but changing the rules half way through the franchise game is hurting the industry not helping it.
No harm has occurred, so no fouls are needed, franchising has the lowest fraud statistic rate of any industry, so low in fact that they have to create fraud and label honest franchisors fraudulent to maintain self worth of that department of the agency. The Federal Trade Commission enforcement division is simply not needed on the field running up and down the courts blowing whistles on every play. Now we have private attorneys sitting on the sidelines hooking athletes as they run for touch-downs in new evolving plays in industries never franchised before. Like a DC Sniper shooting at an executive on his way to work or like the unruly fans spitting in the face of Lance Armstrong as he nears the finish line, screaming; "Don't come back next year, give someone else a chance to win!" Free markets must remain competitive to serve the common good of the citizen, country, economy, consumer and in this case the franchise community.
"Lance Winslow" - If you have innovative thoughts and unique perspectives, come think with Lance; www.worldthinktank.net/wttbbs
Wood Dale Chicago prom limo .. Lockport Chicago limo O’HareIf you're serious about wanting to start a business, the... Read More
If you own a small business, you should know that... Read More
This year, some 700,000 American businesses will be sold. Most... Read More
Here are some useful tips on how to select a... Read More
When you hear the word "success" does it bring on... Read More
Most doctors never distinguish the difference between customers and patients.... Read More
The employer / employee relations environment has been constantly evolving... Read More
Send handwritten notes. That applies whether you're a guy or... Read More
Ok, so next to the taxman, your company payroll department... Read More
We very much like what we see in Lubbock, TX... Read More
To wash an airplane there are many items you will... Read More
We're birds of a feather, public relations and small business.... Read More
If you discovered the bottom line in your business depended... Read More
In general, all of us know how to accomplish the... Read More
Concrete Roof Tile Business: During the 2004 summer season, storms... Read More
Where would a business be without a business plan? A... Read More
The Workers' Compensation situation in this country is unbelievable. Why,... Read More
I started working with another new client last week. He... Read More
The resume writing service serves an important role in the... Read More
Is it right for you?If you decide to advertise your... Read More
The current lack of industry leaders represents an exceptional opportunity... Read More
One of the first things you will need to set... Read More
Treat your business as a serious, full-time business and be... Read More
All cities have a purchasing office and/or a procurement officer.... Read More
One of the hidden perks of raising six children is... Read More
Antigo wedding limo ..Buyers want both online and local information about where to... Read More
Paper Shredding Business Opportunities are blossoming up everywhere because in... Read More
In a perfect world, starting a small business would be... Read More
Habit: A consistent behavior you perform so frequently that it... Read More
Q: I really want to start my own business, but... Read More
Fuel prices these days are quite high and they take... Read More
There will come a time in your business where you... Read More
How do you find the best business partners?Finding a good... Read More
Disclosure laws in franchising are suppose to help the consumer.... Read More
Cash is King... That is what everyone tells us and... Read More
Sexual Harassment is a disturbing part of employment life in... Read More
Company mottos can easily be printed on a business card.Sometimes... Read More
How do we keep track of our business deals?If you... Read More
The temporary staffing industry continues to expand, with yearly double-digit... Read More
Why does research and education play an important part of... Read More
Do you sometimes find yourself just going "through the motions"... Read More
Aircraft Interiors of personal and corporate jets have hundreds of... Read More
In my previous article, Step 1, your challenge for the... Read More
When pressure washing heavy equipment each piece of equipment has... Read More
Many smaller businesses choose niche markets for various reasons and... Read More
What types of companies do you want to align yourself... Read More
Have you been searching for the perfect home-based business? I... Read More
All legitimate home business entrepreneurs insist and announce loud and... Read More
Some of the very qualities that attract people to the... Read More
Most of us remember going to at least one garage... Read More
Small Business |