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How Frustrated Customers Shaped the Way I Run My Business
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways A first-hand experience with frustrated customers revealed how critical every interaction is in shaping a business’s reputation. Early career...
Weight Loss Drugs Are Changing Fast-Food Restaurant Menus
Would you like to supersize that order? Not anymore. Restaurants built on big portions are facing a new reality: Customers on GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and...
McDonald’s CEO Predicts These 3 Big Food Trends for 2026
Last year, McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski predicted protein, AI and sauces would dominate food trends — and he was spot on. Now he’s sharing his 2026 predictions. In a...
They Turned Homemade Game Day Snacks Into a Fast-Growing Brand
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Wing It On started by addressing a simple gap in the market. Earning nine trophies at the National Buffalo...
Shaq Built a Franchise Empire Bigger Than NBA Earnings
Shaquille O’Neal makes more money now from selling chicken sandwiches than he ever did dominating the paint. The former 7’1″ center earned $30 million at his peak in the...
5 Reasons Young Entrepreneurs Are Flocking to Franchising
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways More young entrepreneurs are pursuing franchise ownership earlier in their careers compared to generations before them. This surge is...
Could This Niche Franchise Be the Next Big Thing?
You might not have heard of onigiri rice balls, but that will soon change if Onigilly Japanese Kitchen has anything to do with it. The San Francisco-based fast-casual concept...
Why This Business Model Works Better Than Starting a Business From Scratch
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Micro-franchising lowers capital, risk and skill barriers, turning proven brands into accessible paths to ownership. Collaborative and micro-franchise models...
California Pizza Kitchen Just Sold for $300 Million
California Pizza Kitchen, known for its unconventional toppings like BBQ chicken, is changing hands again. An investor group led by Consortium Brand Partners plans to acquire the chain. The...
Restaurant Franchisees Predict 2026 Will Be ‘Year of Stability’
If 2025 was the year franchisees held their breath, 2026 is when they finally exhale. The International Franchise Association predicted 20,000 franchise units would open in 2025, but IFA...