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Sharing Economy / Gig Economy Are you an entrepreneur? Why not open a franchise business? Franchises are tried and tested business models. They take a lot of the guess work out of running your own business.
The way franchises works is a successful company, like Jiffy Lube or KFC, sells you the right to use their brand name and sell their products. In most markets, people will flock to the brands they recognize and enjoy – making it easier for you to create a profitable business for yourself.
Learn More About Franchise Opportunities
Franchises exist in every industry imaginable – restaurants, real estate, hotels, taxes, auto rentals, insurance, home inspections, plumbing, fitness, hair, eye care, electronics, education, and more! Find a franchise that you’re passionate about and explore your options.
We ran across a really cool post on Entrepreneur.com, called The Top Global Franchises. This post ranks 200 of the world’s best franchise opportunities. The rankings are based on size, growth, financial strength, and stability. To make the Top 200 list, each franchise must have at least 5 international locations and be seeking new international franchisees.
Here are the top 75 of the 200 world’s best franchises based on Entrepreneur.com’s list:
- AnytimeFitness
- 7-Eleven
- Subway
- Pizza Hut
- Auntie Anne’s Hand Rolled Soft Pretzels
- KFC
- McDonald’s
- GNC
- Circle K
- Papa John’s International Pizza
- Baskin-Robbins
- Super 8 Hotels
- Jan-Pro Franchising International
- Dunkin’ Donuts
- Krispy Kreme Doughnut
- Days Inn Hotels
- Cinnabon
- H&R Block
- Hardee’s
- Denny’s
- Snap-on Tools
- The UPS Store
- Ace Hardware
- IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group)
- ServiceMaster Clean
- Taco Bell
- Snap Fitness
- Cold Stone Creamery
- Dairy Queen
- Vanguard Cleaning Systems
- Jiffy Lube International
- Pita Pit
- Home Instead Senior Care
- Carl’s Jr. Restaurant
- Jazzercise
- Sign-A-Rama
- Church’s Chicken
- Yogen Fruz
- Menchie’s
- Hampton Hotels
- Ramada
- Great Clips
- Edible Arrangements International
- RE/MAX
- JEI Learning Centers
- My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
- InXpress
- Interim Healthcare
- Budget Blinds
- Nutty Scientists
- Gateway Cigar Store/Newstands
- TRYP by Wyndham
- Kumon Math & Reading Centers
- Abrakadoodle
- Johnny Rockets
- Gymboree Play & Music
- Minuteman Press International
- Tutor Doctor
- EmbroidMe
- Doubletree By Hilton
- PropertyGuys.com
- Ziebart
- Aaron’s
- Vom Fass
- Hilton Hotels and Resorts
- Smoothie King
- Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant
- Radisson
- First Choice Haircutters
- Pinkberry Ventures
- Boston’s Restaurant & Sports Bar
- Dale Carnegie Training
- Expedia CruiseShipCenters
- Sixt Franchise USA
- Gold’s Gym
Do you see a franchise in this list that you’d like to own and operate? Visit the full list of the 200 best international franchise opportunities on Entrepreneur.com. There you can see their niche, website, start-up cost, and total number of franchises.
How To Choose A Franchise
If you want to be your own boss, consider opening a franchise. It’s still a lot of work, but it might be easier than starting from scratch. You’ll need to write a business plan, do market research, consult with an attorney, discuss plans with an accountant, and do your own due diligence. Then, it’s up to you to make an informed decision based on your market, location, franchise options, and other factors.
What’s stopping you from buying one of the world’s best franchises? It may be the best thing you ever do.