Turn the corner using a proven franchise business model.
A franchise is the perfect route if you want to be in business for yourself but not by yourself.
They offer the benefit of an established brand, a proven business model and support in the areas where you need it.
There are almost 48,000 franchise businesses in the UK, and many brands to choose from.
But this much choice can be a little daunting. Analysis paralysis is real. It’s so easy to get caught in its safety net.
With that in mind, we’ve put together a few pointers to help set you on your way to breaking free from the 9-5.
Why are you looking at a franchise?
It’s important to know what your ‘why’ is. Why do you want to go into business?
Here are some common whys:
- “I want to be my own boss.”
- “I’ve noticed a gap in the market.”
- “I can do it better than they do it.”
- “I want a better lifestyle for my family.”
- “I want to invest my redundancy/inheritance.”
Once you know why, it’s easier to find something suitable.
What are your options?
Your options are likely narrowed down by the available territory, cost, commitment, and credentials required to join.
Taking all of those into account, you’ll still find yourself with a lot of options. Choose the one most suited to your ‘why’.
Then, do your research.
Research
Simply for ease, online research is the best place to start.
Methods of online franchise research:
- Take a look at franchise directories
- Read published franchise articles
- Check associations like the BFA (British Franchise Association)
- Visit franchisor websites
- Follow social media channels for a broad and varied spectrum of opportunities.
For offline research, speak to franchisees and ask for advice from respected sources.
Where possible, utilise the franchise opportunities’ services for insight into the business.
Enquire & Engage
Once you have narrowed your search, enquire with the franchise brands that most suit your ‘why’.
Now is your opportunity to conduct more in-depth research and to form a relationship with the franchisor.
In franchising, relationships are the bread and butter. They make the world go around.
So, make sure it clicks. The business and the brand feel right for you to take advantage of the opportunity.
ServiceMaster Ltd. is committed to aiding your research, ensuring your decision to join us is right for you.
Contact Us
If running your own professional bookkeeping business, backed by years of experience as an industry leader sounds like the opportunity for you, contact our friendly franchise sales team on 0116 275 9000 or email franchisesales@servicemaster.co.uk to find opportunities near you.
