Many dissatisfied executives have been exploring franchising as a path to career independence. For some, it is a chance to build a business from the ground up. For others, it is a way to step away from depleted 401(k) plans, thin staffs and restrictive management.
Franchising typically increases in tough economic times as managers, fearful of downsizing or other job uncertainties, seek new options. But this year, franchisers say they are talking to more executives than ever.
"People are looking to take control of their destiny and become self-sufficient. Our organization has grown from 70 offices to 250 in the past two years to meet demand for those looking to explore options in franchising."
Though the article focuses on corp. executives, that last idea probably has lots of attraction to many people. It'd be interesting to see an article on less rich folks fullfilling the idea of becoming self-sufficient and secure, 'cause I know all the reasons the execs in the above story are leaving corp. America haunt the rest of us too.
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