What Experience is Needed to Franchise? One of the first questions most potential Merle Norman Cosmetic franchise owners ask is, “Do I have to have a background in cosmetics, retail, or business ownership to invest in a cosmetic franchise?” The answer is ‘no...
Diversify Your Franchise Portfolio A well-rounded franchise portfolio should have at least one legacy brand. It also should have a business that’s evergreen, meaning year-round traffic. And lastly, one piece of the puzzle should be a franchise that’s always evolving....
Why Millennials are Franchising The Millennial generation stands out for many things, not the least of which is a desire to create their own pathway in the business world vs. working for someone else. They value mentorship and learning from those with more experience,...
Merle Norman Celebrating Women’s History Month As we celebrate Women’s History Month, let’s take a moment to consider the game-changing efforts of Merle Norman herself. A century ago, Merle began creating a cosmetics line in her California kitchen. As she did so, she...
Why Use Social Media Advertising for Franchise Marketing? No matter how great your product is, if no one knows about it, no one is going to buy it. That’s why advertising is so important, and why social media advertising has roared into popularity over the last couple...
Turn unused space into a colorful Merle Norman Kiosk Whether it’s a physical location or an online retailer, consumers love finding different products in a single location. They can get more shopping done, and it’s good for the retailer because of increased revenue....
