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EXPERT ADVICE: Charles J. Bonfiglio | President and CEO | Tint World®
There’s no halfway when
choosing the franchise that’s right for you
Charles J. Bonfiglio is president and CEO of Tint World®, an award-winning franchised provider of automotive, residential, commercial, and marine window tinting and security film services. With Automotive Styling Centers™ in the U.S. and abroad, each franchise location houses approximately 20 profit centers, ranging from in-store accessory installations to offsite sales and installation of residential, commercial, and marine window tinting and security films. To find out more, please visit www.tintworld.com and www.tintworldfranchise.com.
There are almost an infinite “ number of franchises you can
choose to join – so how do you go about finding the right franchise for you?
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After years of working for someone else, perhaps you’re ready to take the blind leap of going out on your own. You see yourself as a leader with great business acumen, and now you need to find an outlet that allows you to stretch your entrepreneurial wings. It doesn’t necessarily need to be a blind 68 Franchising MAGAZINE USA
leap, though. In fact, one option people consider is joining a franchise rather than opening a business from scratch. Then again, there are almost an infinite number of franchises you can choose to join – so how do you go about finding the right franchise for you?
Evaluating a Franchise When determining if a franchise is the right fit, you’ll first need to decide if you’re ready to be a part of something bigger than yourself, or if an independent operation is
better suited for your goals. Remember that being part of a franchise is a team sport! Everyone plays a part in supporting each other and growing the brand. From initial site-location to becoming fully operational, you’ll want to learn as much as you can about franchise location ownership and what it will entail. A rapidly growing franchise is also a strong indication that they’ve established a successful business model, and that’s something you’ll want to take into consideration.
