December 1, 2010

4th Jimmy Johns Restaurant Opens In Jacksonville

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Bizjournals.com: The first drive-thru Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches in Jacksonville will open at the intersection of J. Turner Butler Boulevard and Philips Highway, according to one of the franchise partners. The 1,800-square-foot restaurant, which is expected to open Feb. 1, will employ about 20-25 people. The build-out is expected to cost $300,000-$350,000, including equipment. This […]

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Multiple Outlets On The Menu

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Franchising.net.au: One of the enforced benefits of multi-unit franchising is being quite focused on the outlets as a business, Boost Juice Bar franchisee Anthony Stahl says. “With just one site sometimes franchisees can forget it is a business, and don’t respect it. You can’t just take $50 out of the till, you have to appreciate

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Smashburger Presents Awards To Franchisees For Achievement, Commitment And Excellence

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Business Wire: Smashburger, a nationally acclaimed industry-leading “better burger” restaurant, presented its high-achieving franchisees with awards and recognition at its first annual franchisee conference held in November at The Westin Tabor Center Hotel in Denver. Smashburger’s rapid growth and consumer acceptance has been fueled by solid network of experienced, dedicated franchisees. “Smashburger was designed to

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Rich’s Favorite Things

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It was estimated that Oprah gave away over $40,000 worth of gifts to each audience member in her two favorite things shows. My holiday gift suggestions don’t quiet reach that level, but they are much cooler! “It’s a Jungle in There: Inspiring Lessons, Hard-Won Insights, and Other Acts of Entrepreneurial Daring” by Steven Schussler. Steven

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Senior Care May Be The Next Great Franchise Opportunity, Franchise Business Review To Discuss Findings In Upcoming Webinar

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PR Web: Forget fast food restaurants and clothing stores, home healthcare is the newest “it” industry for franchise ownership, according to a report released today by Franchise Business Review. The report—Senior Care and Home Healthcare Franchises—looks at the fast-growing, multi-billion dollar senior care industry to assess the franchise investment opportunity. The services provided by franchises

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A Freeway System In Miniature

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In 2006 artist Chris Burden and a team of eight studio assistants, including an engineer, began “Metropolis II.” It includes 1,200 custom-designed cars and 18 lanes; 13 toy trains and tracks; and, dotting the landscape, buildings made of wood block, tiles, Legos and Lincoln Logs. The crew is still at work on the installation. In

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