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The American Dream Business ownership, for many of us, is the essence of the American dream. Freedom, control, wealth, legacy, and a host of other goals can be attained if only we weren’t bound to the security of a reliable corporate job within a system we know and understand. We may tolerate being passed over for a deserved promotion year after year and survive the occasional round of layoffs, but staying put always feels more secure, especially if you have a family to support. Planning life seems simpler under the umbrella of an employer. A familiar structure feels secure compared to the thought of going out all on your own. After all, what if that grand business plan you have turns out to be a total bust? The good news is being in business for yourself does not necessarily mean being in business by yourself. A comfortable structure, a grand business plan, and supportive team are all part of the package with franchising. Franchisees benefit from the trials, errors, and successes of those that have come before, and they create a refined a system that works time after time. A franchise provides this system in the form of a structured business plan with ongoing support and training for the owners. They are also the best team you could ask for because
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every other owner is motivated to learn from one another and share experiences and best practices. You are building this brand together. How do you know when a franchise is a fit? Good news—you have done this before. Before you became an employee, you researched your future employer, studied the job description, and showed them through interviews that your skills are the perfect match for the position. Becoming a franchisee is very similar. You need to research the concept, learn the everyday role of the business owner, and show the franchisor that your skills match what it takes to execute the business plan. If the largest obstacle to becoming a business owner is leaving the security of being an employee, it makes sense to reach that goal as a franchisee. Others have already taken the big risks and done the hard work. They need people like you with the right skills and experience to grow and share in their successes. Kyle Heck has experienced the shock of a sudden layoff followed by the hope of discovering business ownership as a realistic option. He is eager to guide others facing the same challenges. Reach Kyle at 407-798-7629 or Kyle@TheFranchiseConsultingCompany.com
