Special Feature
All hands on deck
There are many reasons why a hands-on franchise could work for you, writes Jack Sadler
A
ll new franchisees are going to get their hands dirty, whether in the literal or metaphorical sense. But if the former sounds appealing,
then a hands-on business could be right for you. Working hands-on gives you all the advantages of being in business for yourself, but, as a franchisee, you’re not in business by yourself. Business owners in this field can often afford to be flexible with their schedule and appointments,
*Source: AMA Research September 2016 |
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enabling the franchise to suit their personal lives, and meaning a good work- life balance is never out of reach. This style of business also appeals to people from a wide variety of professional landscapes; many can work from home, meaning no high overhead costs like premises, and in-depth training is provided by the franchisor prior to launch. The possibility of growing the business into a larger operation at your own pace is another benefit to consider. According to research carried out
by IBISWorld, the UK gardening and landscaping industry alone is worth £4billion, so there’s potential to make a very healthy return on your investment. Hands-on businesses are also much less affected by economic downturns than a lot of other sectors, and the market has seen strong growth over the last couple of years.* If you’re looking for a franchise to get stuck in to, now is a great time to invest. Here, four franchisees talk about why a hands-on business works for them...
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