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ince FASTSINS’ launched its first franchise in 1985, the devastating recessions of the early 90s and late 2000s have marred the economic landscape. FASTSINS has been resistant to these challenges and over the last  years,


growing to more than 50 outlets, operating in ten countries and is confident about its ability to adapt, when reuired. A perfect example of just how the model can


work is the franchisee of FASTSINS Manchester, ichard Wedgwood, who launched his centre in 2009, after opting for voluntary redundancy during the recession. “I was ready to do something to establish my


own future,” ichard explained. “I saw a consistent opportunity in signage, there is always a demand for it. Whether it is lead by seasonality, helping businesses brand or communicate with their customers, product launches, events or directions, signage is a constant reuirement. The technology and euipment specified to open the centre was also a huge draw for me. The years following the recession were hard for


everyone, but ichard’s franchise not only survived, it thrived and went on to become one of the top five UK centres for sales turnover. “ecessions are a challenge for any business  new or established”,


ichard continues. “However, they also present a great opportunity  provided you are and remain vigilant, proactive and willing to adapt to change.” Adaptability is the heart of FASTSINS’ success


over the years, ichard explains: “FASTSINS’ product offering has helped my business to remain relevant and helpful to customers, in times of need. The franchise’s uniue selling point is delivered by its comprehensive solution offering. Customers are not provided with a one sie fits all signage service, each customer’s project is bespoke and designed to fit their uniue set of circumstances. A great deal of FASTSINS’ strength comes from not only what they offer franchisees, but from


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what the network offers each other. “ne of the greatest positives of FASTSINS is the power of the network in sharing best practice and working collaboratively”, agrees ichard. “In particular, learning what others have successfully introduced to their markets, either driven by specific customer reuests or by proactive product development.” As ichard says, “A lot of success comes from


mindset and outlook. We are fortunate to have, in FASTSINS, a franchisor who actively promotes, educates and encourages the network to spend time 'sharpening the saw' as business owners. unning a business can be lonely, but, with the benefit of a supportive franchisor, there is always an opportunity to share the load.” Take the next step in shaping your own future with all the security of the FASTSINS franchise.


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