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With just one 20-foot, 1987 GMC manual transmission truck and a small office space that was being rented out for $100 dollars a month, Ashley Anderson began her franchising experience with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. She had been working as a digital copy architect for the Lansing State Journal in Michigan when she decided to make the purchase of the Bay City, Mich., franchise. Twenty-five years later and with two secondary locations in Midland and Saginaw, Anderson is one of the longest tenured franchisees in the entire TWO MEN AND A TRUCK system, with a great deal of success to match. Picking one aspect to identify as her favorite part of this quarter century-long journey was tough, but she points to the people she has the privilege to work with as one of her favorites. “[I’ve really enjoyed] watching the fleet of trucks grow,” Anderson said. “[Over the years], the most challenging thing has been finding the right fit for employees, but we have a culture that we are proud of.” A

Moving is a challenge all on its own, and it gets far more complicated when you have children. To make sure the transition goes smoothly for them (and for you!), try the following tips. Teach Kids What to Expect Small children may not have a clear idea of what it actually means to move. It’s best to explain to them exactly what will happen before you start packing. That way, it won’t come as a shock to them when they figure out they aren’t going to see your old home anymore. Prepare Well in Advance Having children in the home means everything takes longer—including moving. Begin packing months in advance to give yourself plenty of time to get everything together. Also, if you can control the circumstances of your move, try to plan on a time that will be least disruptive to your children’s lives. Pack “Must-Have” Bags Consider having each child pack a few of their favorite toys into a backpack prior to the move. This will give them a sense of security of having something