Ashley Merryman - Freelance journalist at L'Express Franchise

About Me

Ashley Merryman is an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared in US News & World Report, the New York Times, Washington Post, Time, New York and many other publications. She is the co-author of two New York Times bestsellers, NurtureShock and Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing.

Their articles

Do You Need a Franchise Lawyer? Key Reasons to Hire One Before Investing

07 Apr 2026

Contrary to what most people believe, the heart…

6 Min.

Entrepreneurship, Franchise Networks, Understanding Franchising, Getting Started, Legal

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What Is a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)?

24 Feb 2026

With a franchise, budding entrepreneurs can jump into…

6 Min.

Entrepreneurship, Market Entry, Financing, Understanding Franchising, Getting Started