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Franchising in SA

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Grow Franchising CEO and FASA board member Larry Hodes reveals why 63% of SA franchise brands never grow beyond 30 stores — and why the answer lies in leadership, not logos. He shares the 400% profit lesson from his own stores, the power of supportive area managers, the skills gap in franchise leadership, and what aspiring franchisees should look for before buying in.
22 Jun English South Africa Education

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