This Week in Business Strategies

Feb. 8, 2021

This week's roundup offers a glimpse into life back at the office and a promising outlook for franchisees.

Feb. 8, 2021—To better assist shop owners with their business-building tactics, Ratchet+Wrench has compiled a short list of essential leadership material from some of its favorite sources. Here's a look at a few must-read articles from the past week.

How To Talk To Your Team About Returning to the Office — Inc. 

Vaccines have provided a light at the end of the tunnel, talk with your team about what comes next. 

Why the Franchise Industry Will Boom in 2021Entrepreneur

This article outlines why the franchise industry "is uniquely positioned to lead the charge."

Why Reducing Your Offerings Pays OffHarvard Business Review  

According to this article, offering a variety of products and services may hurt your business more than it helps. 

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