FranchisePick.com was launched in November, 2006, as one of original blogs in the newly-formed b5 media business channel (later renamed bizzia.com).  I was one of the original b5 Business Channel bloggers, the only one of the 16 to be active on the bizzia channel up until today. Since that time, I have published 1011 blog posts that generated 12,752 comments, often on controversial franchise topics and companies. Sean Kelly's now blogging at FranBest.com I recently received notice from b5 that, after tomorrow, Franchise Pick will no longer be published as a stand-alone blog, and that the Bizzia channel is being assimilated into the EveryDayJoe.com channel.  So far, I have been unable to reach anyone to ask them to reconsider or... [Read more]

Last June, I published a post (SUBWAY: Send Jared to Gitmo!) that included a modest proposal:  That the U.S. Armed Forces launch a predawn raid and whisk Subway spokesperson Jared (and his famous pants) off to Gitmo to be held until there’s a satisfactory resolution to the conflict between Lt. Col. Leon Batie, Jr. and Subway. The idea took off, and variations and parody press releases were circulated across the globe, making their way to military bases and naval warships (Military Considers Abducting Subway’s Jared). Leon Batie Jr. is a former multi-unit Subway franchisee and a U.S. Army Reservist deployed to Afghanistan.  While serving his country abroad, Batie’s two Subway franchises fell behind on the rent (by $13,500,... [Read more]

From scantily clad baristas in Sexpresso drive thrus to aphrodisiac instant coffee, entrepreneurs are trying to cash in by making the beverage associated with Juan Valdez and Mrs. Olsen sexy. Aphrodisiac instant coffee?  Yes, you read that right.  That’s the claim made by Bedroom Coffee, purveyers of Magic Power Coffee.  According to the Bedroom Coffee website: Magic Power Coffee is the world’s first “fantasy” beverage. It’s like someone dropped two Viagra® in a Starbucks® latte!… then stirred in a potent “passion elixir” for her! Increase the sensation and the satisfaction of your love making, every time… All Natural – Magical Ingredients. Magic Power Coffee’s combination of natural herbs,... [Read more]

Creative Tutors franchisees operate a home-based educational tutoring business serving students from grades PK-12. Creative Tutors franchisees enjoy training and support systems and an Internet-based reporting and accounting system that enables them to concentrate on marketing their services and building their businesses in their protected territories. Top New Franchises had a chance to learn more from Creative Tutors founder Jan Van Blarcum. Learn more at our Creative Tutors franchise listing. Share a comment on the Creative Tutors FanWall. Read the entire interview:  Creative Tutors, Jan Van Blarcum Top New Franchises: How do you describe the Creative Tutors franchise concept? Jan: Creative Tutors franchise is designed to be an opportunity... [Read more]

The Economic Report, featured on CNN Headline News with Greg Gumbel, recently featured Oxi Fresh and Oxi Fresh President Jonathan Barnett in their segment on Unique Franchise Opportunities of the 21st Century. The segment highlighted Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning® for being a green and environmentally friendly company. Read more about the Oxi Fresh carpet cleaning franchise at FranBest.com, the franchise information site. [Read more]