The franchise industry offers countless opportunities in today's economy. However, not all franchises are created equal. Some offer recession-resistant brands with low start-up costs and overhead, while others provide the freedom to make your own decisions and work on your own schedule, potentially improving your quality of life.
Meet Geoff, one of my thriving franchisees. He shares his thoughts and experiences that have contributed to his success.
Question: What were the top three things (characteristics) you were looking in a business?
Answer: Profitability, In the Fitness/Wellness area, Ability to affect the lives of my customer
Question: Did you experience fear/hesitation/anxiety at some point?
Answer: Constantly
Question: When?
Answer: Daily
Question: How did you deal with it?
Answer: I told myself that this is the right move for me and my family’s future
Question: How valuable did you find talking with franchise owners?
Answer: Very valuable
Question: Anything especially surprising or interesting?
Answer: That the time to profitability does not seem to be close to what Franchisors promote
Question: Did you find them or change to something else?
Answer: Yes I found mine with the help of Ryan
Question: Did you feel well equipped at the start of the validation process?
Answer: Not really but you were a huge help
Question: If not, what could you have known before?
Answer: More about the business model and the key players
Question: When did you know that this was the right franchise for you?
Answer: Discovery Day
Question: Do you think you would have found this business without my help/guidance?
Answer: Absolutely Not
Question: What did you think about the unique perspective I gave to you being an experienced multiple unit franchisee?
Answer: You gave me sound and reasonable advice, walked me through the landscape, pros/cons, allowed me to expand my lense
Question: Now that you have gone thru my process, What advice would you have for someone that is thinking about owning a franchise?
Answer: Call Ryan
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