by Karen Ellis

Created on: June 05, 2008   Last Updated: June 06, 2008

Many women prefer franchise opportunities that require less money, are less risky and allow them flexible hours which allow them time for other obligations. A franchise can offer them all three of those things and more. Most women are still the main source of childrearing and homemaking in a family. Start new or look into existing franchises for sale. Start by listing all the areas of interest. Don't worry if you have little or no experience, most franchises offer complete training and on going support. Here are four top franchises for women.

Edible Arrangements
http://www.ediblearrangements.com/

Is it a piece of art, a centerpiece or something to eat? All three actually. You'll be surprised at how fun owning your own franchise can be. Edible Arrangements has been named one of the fastest growing franchises and top franchise system.

Word of mouth will be your greatest marketing ploy with this business. When others see and taste this delightful gift, they will want to order one also. It is such a unique, yet practical gift that anyone can enjoy. A small storefront would be advised, but the area required would be minimal. Perhaps even using an area inside another related business. A mom could set her hours to coincide with the school day.

Chocolography
http://www.chocolography.com/

Oh my gosh! Chocolate as a business. Tell me I've died and gone to heaven. This franchise business is a food imaging system. You are not only trained in the art of confectionery but you get the machine that creates high resolution images. People can not believe that the items (picture frames, CDs, personalized lollipops) are completely edible.

Chocolography has made franchising simple, flexible and speed in product creation with a 70% profit margin. You have your choice of operating your business from home, in a store setting or factory setting. You'll receive a full comprehensive marketing package including:

*album containing pictures of every application with suggestions for every occations.
*website specifically set up for your needs.
*customized brochures
*complete training
*Chocolography machine

Barkbusters
http://www.barkbusters.com/

Do you love dogs? If so, Barkbusters is the perfect match for you. They have a holistic and unique dob training system that they will teach you. This special training can change a dog's behavior in one (2 2 hrs) session. Imagine the relief your will give the dog owner. They'll want to know your secret, but it's in the special Barkbusters training. As a certified Barkbusters Behavioral Therapist you'll explain dog psychology to the owners as it relates to their dog and you'll teach them how to work with their pet to continuously get the behavior they desire.

This franchising can be home based and so little or no overhead costs are involved. You can certainly set your own hours by appointment. Plus you'll receive continuous support for as long as you need it.

Grins 2 Go
www.grins2go.com/

It's a mobile photography studio with almost no competition and an enormous market potential. You'll target markets like corporate events, celebrations such as birthdays, anniversary parties, family reunions, youth and adult sports and family portraits. Make your own hours. You decide how much or when you want to work.

What's included in the Grins 2 Go franchise?

*complete turnkey package with all equipment
*fully equipped van
*marketing system and program
*full training
*ongoing support

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