Magnolia Legal

🌟 Happy New Year – 2025, Here We Come! 🌟 We’re back from the break and ready to kick off an exciting year! 🎉 If 2024 was the year to find our feet, 2025 is all about slow and steady growth and excellence! 🚀 We want to take a moment to thank everyone for their incredible support since the launch of Magnolia Legal in February 2024. Your trust has been invaluable, and we’re so proud to end 2024 with a dozen or so fabulous franchisor clients and a steady stream of franchisees we’ve had the pleasure of working with. 💼✨ We can’t wait to help even more business owners in 2025 with practical, friendly, and commercially focused advice. Here’s to growing the right way, one step at a time—focused on quality, not quantity. 🌱 Can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store!

I’ve noticed lots of posts from calm, polished law firm owners standing by Christmas trees, spreading festive cheer. I had big plans for a similar shoot—probably featuring my dogs—but honestly, our December has been much more like this pic.... And you know what? I wouldn’t have it any other way. Magnolia Legal has had an incredible first year, and I’m so thankful to our amazing clients, generous referrers, and the countless cheerleaders who’ve backed us. Here’s to 2025—it’s shaping up to be a real cracker (no pun intended)! Now, time for some pav, prawns, and… well, maybe a nap. 🎄🦐🍰

☕ Thinking about buying a café franchise? Don’t espresso yourself into a grind without the right prep! We’ve brewed up a fresh article with the top 5 things to consider before diving into the café biz. From finding the perfect blend of location (hello, anchor tenants!) to sampling the beans (quality counts!), this guide will help you avoid getting steamed. Grab your favourite cuppa and read it here: https://lnkd.in/gP8bZ6Bv

🚨 7 Big Predictions for Australian Franchising in 2025 🚨 On my drive to work the other day, the breakfast radio hosts claimed Gen Z has ditched the bars and is hanging out at YoChi instead. Naturally, I asked my Gen Z paralegal, who confirmed it to be true. This got me thinking about franchising trends. Some brands are thriving (looking at you, froyo industry), while others might need to catch up. So, I’ve put together Magnolia Legal’s Seven Predictions for Franchising in 2025—from froyo’s sweet takeover to why home maintenance franchises are about to clean up. Want the scoop on lashes, wellness, AI, and what’s happening with the Code of Conduct? Check out the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gT97a5Kw

Did you wake up this morning thinking, “Gee, I’d love some franchise recruitment tips to grow my network and stay on the right side of the law”? You did? Perfect timing! There’s still time to grab your spot for our webinar today at noon. Pop in, bring your coffee, and let’s dive into franchise growth without the legal headaches! Register here 👇 Susana Hands https://lnkd.in/gmXJUTfg

Attn Franchisors: 🚀 Effective and compliant recruitment is an absolute MUST for any franchise network—whether you're just starting out or scaling up. Yet, many franchisors struggle to get it right. Join me and the brilliant Susana Hands for an exclusive lunch time webinar where we’ll dive into how to recruit the right franchisees the right way—with insights to boost your network's growth and compliance. 📅 Don't miss this chance to set your franchise up for success!' Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gmXJUTfg

We’re thrilled to welcome Mena Paek to the Magnolia team! Mena will be working alongside me to support our amazing franchisor and franchisee clients, plus diving into some exciting marketing projects. Stay tuned as Magnolia Legal shakes things up, keeps it fresh, and even takes on TikTok! 🎉✨ #WelcomeToTheTeam #MagnoliaLegal #Franchising #NewAdventures

🚀 We’re thrilled to be working with some fantastic new franchise brands, helping them launch and grow! In the excitement of expansion, it’s natural for new franchisors to focus on filling territories quickly. But there’s a difference between recruiting franchisees and recruiting the right franchisees. In our experience, that difference can make or break the brand in the long run. Check out our latest article, "How to Choose the Best Franchisees for Your Brand," where we walk through practical steps to help franchisors identify and recruit franchisees who are ready to drive the brand forward, not just open a new location. https://lnkd.in/gZj8Qqa8

I swapped page-turning fiction for a deep dive into some heavy legislative reading this weekend! 📚 The Treasury’s new exposure draft of the Franchising Code is out, and we’ve broken it down for you. Franchisors, check out our latest article to see what’s changing and how it impacts you! https://lnkd.in/gAysWWVE #Franchising #BusinessLaw #FranchisingCode #LegislationUpdates #FranchiseOwners #AustralianBusiness #FranchiseLaw #Compliance #LegalUpdates

💼 Franchisors & Prospective Franchisors: What should you charge your franchisees? 💼 Getting your fee structure right is key to your franchise’s success. From upfront fees to ongoing royalties, finding the right balance can set both you and your franchisees up to win! In my latest article, I cover: ✅ Standard fees and fixed vs. percentage-based models ✅ Ensuring financial viability for both sides ✅ Why competitor research and early joiner discounts matter Ready to learn more? Check out the full article below! 👇 #Franchising #BusinessGrowth #FranchiseLawyer #Entrepreneurship https://lnkd.in/gEgNjRdS