Industry Trends

What’s impacting franchise ownerships, print and digital publications, digital marketing and more, right now.

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Best Careers for Moms Returning to Work in 2026

In 2026, many moms face the significant yet rewarding challenge of reentering the workforce. Balancing professional aspirations with family responsibilities is no small feat, especially when flexibility and work-life balance are so vital. As you navigate this transition, you have to find the best careers for moms returning to work. Ones that not only align

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Best Franchise Opportunities Under $10k in 2026

In 2026, the landscape of franchise opportunities is evolving, offering more affordable entry points than ever before. For aspiring entrepreneurs seeking financial independence without the hefty startup costs, low-cost franchises have become increasingly attractive. The demand for franchises under $10,000 is surging, driven by economic shifts and the desire for a structured pathway to wealth

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Digital Subscription Numbers Don’t Paint an Accurate Picture

When Egon – Harold Ramis’ character in the 1984 blockbuster film Ghostbusters – coined the phrase “Print is dead,” digital publications had yet to go mainstream. Needless to say, the digital publishing universe exploded in the following decades – and this has left many marketers echoing Egon’s famous phrase. In fact, a Deloitte publication estimates

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Stroll: The Brand Evolution

N2 Publishing, a thriving neighborhood magazine line launched in 2004, undergoes a national rebranding to Stroll. Now, half a million homes in affluent neighborhoods across the U.S. receive a Stroll magazine in the mailbox every month.

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Year in Review: Magazine Industry 2021

At The N2 Company, print media is our bread and butter (though we do also offer digital marketing services – shoutout to Hyport Digital). Believing wholeheartedly in the effectiveness and longevity of the print magazine industry comes easy to our team. After all, we’ve been a leader in the industry going on 20 years. But

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never settle

Never Settle

Settling is the easiest thing to do most of the time. But I am here to tell you it is possible to break free.

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Why Print?

Technology continues to play a larger role in our day-to-day lives, so it’s no surprise we’re often asked the question, “Why print?”

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