Business
Entrepreneur US
LISTINGS KEY
This shows how long a company has been in business and how long it has been franchising.
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January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
Raise Prices or Cut Staff? What About Neither?
When times are tough, franchises don't have to make major sacrifices. They just need to rethink value.
8 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
UNDERSTANDING THE RANKING
This is how Entrepreneur creates the Franchise 500 -and how all these brands are evaluated.
2 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
DIARY of a Franchisee
Raul Larez owns two Batteries Plus franchises, but still has plenty of time for family. We asked him to keep a diary of one average day—so you can see what his life is like.
4 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
FRANCHISE 500 TOP 10: Meet the Leaders of the Franchise 500
Meet the Leaders of the Franchise 500®
10+ min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
Freshest New IDEAS
What's coming next in franchising? Check out these eight innovative brands, which started franchising recently—and might reach the Franchise 500 soon.
3 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
The Marketing Genius Behind the Best Brands
It's not just about smart messaging. It's about a keen understanding of human psychology. Here's what Guinness, Kraft, Dyson, Apple, and Pringles get right—and how to become a better marketer.
10+ min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
How to BUILD (and Market) a Franchise for Very Little Money
Want to turn a tiny hometown business into a franchise with hundreds of locations? The cofounder of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, shares his story—and his secrets.
10+ min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
What Can't AI Do?
As AI automates our business operations, we asked six leaders: What will humans remain indispensable to you for?
3 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
Get the Best Out of Your Team
Your “hardest workers” might also be your biggest problem. To measure success properly, use the playbook.
2 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
The BIG MOVERS
What's turbocharging franchise growth in 2025?
9 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
The Card That Meant I Made It
When I was young, I dreamed of owning Ken Griffey Jr.'s Upper Deck rookie baseball card.
1 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
25 YEARS OF GROWTH WITHOUT THE PRIVATE EQUITY PLAYBOOK
Since 2001, PuroClean has operated under a franchise model, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs to build lasting legacies while serving their communities.
2 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
What it Takes to Succeed
Here's what's different about this year's list-and what it says about franchising today.
2 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
'Know Your Strengths and Focus on That'
How do you build one of the fastest-growing brands inside Unilever? Just ask Liquid I.V. CEO Mike Keech, who is now driving $1 billion in retail sales.
4 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
Rejection Is the Best Sales Channel
Did someone say no? Listen closely, because that two-letter word might hold the key to your future success.
3 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
Old Business, New Profits
How do you modernize an older business without sacrificing what made it unique?
2 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
WHAT 75,000 PEOPLE REGRET
Are you haunted by missed opportunities? Here's how to let go and move forward in 2026—by hearing the raw, personal, and honest regrets of others.
10+ min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
WHAT TO DO WHEN PEOPLE ARE PISSED
Pacaso is a billion-dollar startup that sells a unique kind of vacation home. So how do you respond when neighbors start protesting, and cities try to ban you? You learn to engage.
10+ min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
When Your Idea Is Too Big
Major breakthroughs often require a lot of time and money. Don't have either? Here's another way forward—by first selling an easier, more marketable product that will get you there.
3 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
New Year, New Efficiency
Level up your workflow at home or on the move. Emmy Award-winner Mario Armstrong highlights his top desk upgrades and tips for making your off-hours count.
2 min |
January - February 2026
Entrepreneur US
Why Junk Removal Is Booming
As e-commerce grows, so do our garbage piles.
2 min |
November - December 2025
Entrepreneur US
10 Hottest Trends in Franchising Today
Good news: You can buy a brand in the hottest categories! We list 600 of them.
1 min |
November - December 2025
Entrepreneur US
How to Hire the Perfect Employee in 6 Steps
Founders are often terrible at hiring. We have 40 years' worth of data on how to do it right.
7 min |
November - December 2025
Entrepreneur US
HOW TO RAISE MONEY IN AN AI-OBSESSED WORLD
If you're building an AI company, the fundraising rules have shifted. Here's what it takes to succeed.
2 min |
November - December 2025
Entrepreneur US
Reinventing the Flower Shop
French Florist was once a struggling florist shop in Los Angeles. Here's how it transformed into an innovative franchise that's taking on the industry.
3 min |
November - December 2025
Entrepreneur US
Why Personal Care Is Booming
It's on people's minds, and good for the bottom line.
2 min |
November - December 2025
Entrepreneur US
Why Pet Franchises Are Booming
Our relationships with our pets are changing.
2 min |
November - December 2025
Entrepreneur US
THINK OUTSIDE THE BUBBLE
As an investor in emerging markets, George Rzepecki looks for opportunities—and founders—that don't fit the Silicon Valley mold.
2 min |
November - December 2025
Entrepreneur US
The Top Franchises for Veterans
If you've served in the military, these 150 franchise brands really want you!
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