Press & Articles
Ray’s insights on franchising, leadership, and business growth have been featured in leading outlets including Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Franchise Times. These articles highlight his forward-thinking perspective on scaling businesses and empowering entrepreneurs.
This CEO Grew 10 Brands to More Than 1,600 Franchises — Here’s The Secret to His Success
In his nearly 40 years in business, this CEO has often been asked if there’s a formula for success. There is, and he shares his here. Key Takeaways Success can be achieved through a combination of hard work, focus, and balance. Maintaining a balance between personal...
Unlocking A.I. Success — Insights from Leading Companies on Leveraging Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is here to stay. Here’s how to learn all you can to move your business forward with artificial intelligence. Key Takeaways Companies must not leave AI adoption solely to data scientists and IT staff. Business leaders should educate themselves...
Real Leadership Isn’t About Titles — These Are The Keys to Unleashing Your Inner Leader
Many employees think they need to have a formal title to take the lead on a project and don’t believe they possess what it takes to be tapped for that management spot. Here’s how to change that. Key Takeaways The idea that people are “born leaders” is largely a myth....
The new way to ask interview questions and hire the right people
You can’t keep every not-so-great applicant out of your company, but you can raise your chances of getting a great one by asking the right interview questions. I’ve always believed that asking the right questions is one of the secrets to success in business, and...
20 Practical Ways Business Owners Can Build A Brand Legacy
When a business is just starting out, many business owners focus solely on the aspect of solving a unique problem. This can cause them to miss out on the bigger picture and the importance of not just providing offerings but also communicating their values. Beyond...
Traveling the Straight Line to Success
A CEO’s Review of Author Dusan Djukich’s best-selling Straight-Line Leadership: Tools for Living with Velocity and Power in Turbulent Times By Ray Titus Of the 40-50 books I read each year, few have had the impact on me that I felt from Dusan Djukich’s Straight-Line...
How to take the direct route to success
You can’t get where you want to go without understanding where you’re starting from—and once you do, stop hesitating and go at the goal in a clear, straight line. Many experts tell you that you need to plan your goals so you know where you’re going. This only makes...
Welcome to United Franchise Group. A dream coach will now assist you.
The new HR position is responsible for helping tap into employees’ hopes and dreams — inside and outside of work. Editor’s Note: ‘Happy Hour’ is an HR Dive column from Reporter Ginger Christ. Follow along as she dives into some of the offbeat news in the HR space....
Use These 3 Steps to Find The Perfect Franchise Opportunity For You
Once you’ve decided to buy, here are three steps for finding the franchise that’s right for you. Key Takeaways First, you must honestly evaluate your motivations, strengths, and weaknesses. Build a support team, including a broker, lawyer, and accountant, to guide you...