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Many franchise candidates fall for the “it runs itself” myth. Here’s why hands-on ownership is the only real path to success. Even the most proven franchise systems require active, engaged ownership — ...

There are many video game franchises that have spanned across decades, but only a handful have managed to stay consistent.

Claudia Zertuche is living her dream. After emigrating from Mexico almost two decades ago, she and a friend decided to explore franchise ownership. In 2005, they decided to open a Children's Orchard ...