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The 6 Key Metrics Successful Franchise Restaurants Use to Measure Potential
Here are six metrics that top franchise restaurants use — that you can use as well — to determine the potential of a new project and whether it's worth their time.
A Popular Pizza Chain Is Giving Away Free 'Emergency Pizzas' to Anyone Having a Not-So-Great Day
Accidentally burn your dinner? Rough day at work? A new promotion from Domino's Pizza might help.
'Earth Shaking News': Fans Rejoice Over the Return of 'Retired' McDonald's Cult-Favorite Item
The McRib last appeared on menus in 2022 during the company's self-proclaimed "farewell tour" for the sandwich.
Free Webinar | November 8: Unlocking Financial Freedom: The Side-Hustle Franchise Path
Your aspirations to have an additional source of income can become a reality as a side-hustle business owner — and this free webinar will show you exactly how to do it. Register now →
'Nobody Helped Her Whatsoever': Elderly Woman Sues McDonald's For 'Severe Burns' After Spilling Hot Coffee
Mable Childress, a woman in her 80s, filed a lawsuit in San Francisco Superior Court last week.
Taco Bell Employee Charged With Fraud, Theft After Stealing Customer Credit Card Information
The employee worked at a Taco Bell located in Oregon, Ohio.