You have a product or service people want, and you feel it's time to grow. Franchising can help you expand into additional locations in other markets without being responsible for investing all of the necessary capital yourself.

Franchising opens doors of opportunity for both you and your business, if you are franchisable. To properly franchise, you must first determine if raising capital through franchising your business is right for you, or if other growth options would better suit you.

How do you franchise, and what effects will rapid expansion have on your current staff? How long will it take?