Special Feature
Lead the way
At the heart of all successful businesses is exceptional leadership. Put your skills to the test with a management franchise, writes Jack Sadler
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f you are highly organised with excellent interpersonal and managerial skills, then a management franchise could be right for you.
Investing in a business in this sector means overseeing the smooth running of the company, and while you can be as hands on as you like, your employees will look after the day-to-day operations. You could therefore reduce your amount of time spent in the offi ce, which will allow for a
better work-life balance. One benefi t of franchising is the weight of
fi nding premises, marketing, and pricing is lifted from your shoulders. You are also in a strong position should you wish to sell the business on once you’ve grown it, as there will be little disruption to the organisation and set up, such as employees. It isn’t crucial for you to have experience in the specifi c industry you’re looking to enter, but franchisors will look favourably
at candidates with previous leadership experience in some form. They will also appreciate the fi nancial advantages you bring – a recent Gallup survey found that the best managers contribute 48 per cent higher profi t to their respective companies than average ones. Here, fi ve executive franchisees talk to Business Franchise’s Jack Sadler, and share each of their individual experiences of operating a management franchise.
of support, and it helps you stay compliant and make the right decisions.
Why did you choose HomeXperts? The chat with managing director Sussanne persuaded me that I could work with HomeXperts. I liked the business’s belief in customer service and its good value for money – I don’t need to spend £80,000 working out of an offi ce, the model is designed for people to be able to work from home.
HomeXperts Gerard Savage
Gerard lives in Nottingham and his branch covers Mapperley and Carlton. He began trading with HomeXperts in April 2016.
What drew you to franchising? I looked at it 15 or 20 years ago, but my circumstances changed so I could do my own thing. Franchising provides that level
What support do franchisees receive? There are quarterly franchise meetings, which provide me with a lot of help. The HomeXperts hub means I know where to fi nd the answer and the law that backs that up. There’s a caring atmosphere if you ever want a call or to share success. There’s also quarterly franchise meetings, where you can meet other franchisees who have gone through – or are going through – what you are going for and will give advice. The new business coach will support people, talk things through, and put things in perspective.
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In what ways is your HomeXperts business fl exible? It’s entirely fl exible; as things get busier I expect to have to change things, and work can become part of your everyday life. There are advantages and disadvantages – I might be sitting on the sofa in the comfort of my own home but I can still be working.
What sort of person do you think would suit a HomeXperts franchise? Anybody who would like to know they’ve got a lot of support behind them, want to achieve something useful in life, and want to know there’s a team of people working towards the same goal.
How has investing in your HomeXperts franchise changed your lifestyle? My ex-colleagues have commented on how I look far more relaxed and much happier.
What are your plans for the future? My main aim is to provide fi nancial security for my family; my franchise area off ers suffi cient scope to achieve this.
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