07 Oct 202510 Things Every Manager Should Know Before Making the Jump to Franchising
Hey there, corporate warriors! Tired of the endless meetings, office politics, and feeling like just another cog in the machine? If you're a manager thinking about ditching the corporate world for something more rewarding, you've probably stumbled across franchise opportunities during your late-night "escape plan" research sessions — and started wondering how to start a franchise business or how to join a franchise system that fits your goals. Good news: Canada's franchise industry is absolutely booming, contributing over $120 billion annually to our economy. Options can feel endless, so before you hand in your notice and dive headfirst into entrepreneurship, let's look at the support most franchise systems provide, why it can be the perfect bridge between your corporate experience and business ownership, and how it helps managers become a franchisee with confidence.