
Report Finds Small Business Hiring Slowing Down
A report finds that nearly half of small businesses are putting the brakes on hiring due to labor costs, inflation, and other concerns.
new jersey is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1969. 654 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Yoga Joint is expanding to New Jersey with a four-unit franchise agreement, marking the brand's first locations in the state [[2026-10-28 Yoga Joint coming to New Jersey following four-unit deal (63afd0)]] * Yoga Joint has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement to launch in New Jersey, with the first studio scheduled to open in Paramus in Q1 2027 [[2026-10-27 Yoga Joint Signs Multi-Unit Deal to Launch in New Jersey (92abdb)]] * Perkins Griddle & Go is opening its first U.S. location in Flemington, New Jersey, as part of a 16-unit franchise agreement [[2026-10-16 Perkins Griddle & Go to Open First U.S. Location in New Jersey (73f068)]] * Kommunity Fitness has signed its first US franchise deal in New Jersey, marking the beginning of its US expansion plans [[2026-10-07 Kommunity Fitness Lands First US Franchise Deal (f5eb0f)]] * CorePower Yoga plans to open over 20 new studios in 2026, including new markets like New Jersey [[2026-09-29 CorePower Yoga Plans 20+ New Studios in Key Markets Across US (ca21d2)]] * Comfort Keepers franchisee Stephanie Howe has grown her franchise to six territories in Central New Jersey [[2026-09-30 Comfort Keepers Franchisee Grows to Six Territories (bef266)]]

A report finds that nearly half of small businesses are putting the brakes on hiring due to labor costs, inflation, and other concerns.

The NOW Massage celebrates 30 boutiques opened and 100 franchise agreements signed, with plans for continued expansion and national growth.

Paris Baguette , a bakery café brand with more than 4,000 locations around the globe, is emerging as one of the hottest franchise opportunities in the U.S.
Serotonin Centers signs multi-unit development deal for five new centers in Central New Jersey.

Big Blue Swim School expands to New Jersey with a five-unit signing, the fourth couple to bring the brand to the state.

Mackenzie Kilgariff , owner of TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® in East Brunswick, has worked with the brand since her freshman year of college.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, the largest moving company in the country, has a 23-year-old marketing intern, Mackenzie Kilgariff, who rose through the ranks and opened New Brunswick’s first location with her mentor, Brittany Ishman.

A junk removal franchise founder shares his story of quitting his corporate job and starting a successful business, Junk Junk Baby!.

Twin sisters Jamie and Jess Dunn turn their childhood pact into a rapidly growing franchise, with a successful Moxie Salon & Beauty Bar business.
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park added seven new locations in Maine, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia.

Rent delinquency rates in the US have reached record levels for 2022, according to the Alignable June Rent Report.
Mr Jeff, a laundry service infused with cutting-edge AI technology, further expands into South Florida with two new franchise deals, aiming to capitalize on the growing demand for laundry services from busy Floridians.

Phenix Salon Suites reached an all-time high in multi-unit momentum with 43 signed agreements and 17 new locations opening in the first five months of the year.
Dave's Hot Chicken has inked a franchise agreement with Noraiz Khan and Kashif Khan to open nine locations throughout Central New Jersey, with a focus on partnering with experienced operators with deep community ties.
Office Evolution continues its rapid national expansion with new locations opening in key markets, providing accessible coworking spaces across the country.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill opens its first New Jersey location in Florham Park, bringing authentic Mediterranean flavors to the area.
Perspire Sauna Studio is expanding into the New York City and New Jersey area with plans for 39 new studios.

Layne's Chicken Fingers has introduced a mascot, the Astro Chicken, as part of its brand growth and expansion strategy.

Big Blue Swim School has inked deals to open 15 swim schools in Philadelphia and New Jersey, offering its best-in-class swim school experience to local families.

Layne's Chicken Fingers signs deals for 40 new units in Texas
V/O Med Spa expands its national presence with 11 locations, planning to open 16 additional sites in 2022 across various states, offering comprehensive medical aesthetics services.
Turning Point Restaurants has announced its first franchise agreement.
Fitness Holdings LLC announced the acquisition of Crunch Moorestown and Crunch Somerset, two 25,000-square-foot fitness facilities in New Jersey.
It has been over eight decades since Dickey’s Barbecue Pit grand opening in its first location in Dallas, Texas.