Originally Posted by BBQMan

Quite simply untrue. There is no evidence that supports such a statement.

Let's look at some facts about Chick-Fil-a:
It's the least expensive yet hardest franchise to obtain. To become a new franchise operator costs only $5,000. This is a major contrast to the $500,000 to several million for most fast food franchises.No betting the family fortune and an income is guaranteed.

Less than one percent of the franchise applicants are accepted. The screening process is rigorous.

Total number of franchises and franchise annual income growth are above industry average.

Sales per square foot are among industry highest despite the closed on Sunday policy.

Turnover of staff - one of the best indicators of a company's overall quality, are the lowest in the industry. Franchise operators have a turnover of less than 5% per year. Hourly employees have a turnover of 60% per year which is approximately half the industry average. Pay and benefits are slightly better than other companies in the industry, but the big difference is the closed on Sundays policy. The people like knowing they will be able to plan for activities on one day each week and scheduling will not interfere.

In summary, Chick-Fil-a is a highly successful company with very high charitable givings, a good product and a great place to work. Seems like everything one could ask of a good corporate citizen.