Can you follow somebody else’s rules, even when you think you have a better way? Do you think you can change the franchisor’s system after you are on board? Do you think that your local market is different  from all others in the system and that the franchisor  is willing modify the system just to suit your needs?
Can you trust (with some honest skepticism) that your franchisor is working for the benefit of the entire system – even when his or her decisions do not necessarily go your way? Are you willing to share financial information and provide required reports each  month? Are you prepared to accept coaching and advice on business practices from your franchisor’s field staff?

What Do I Typically Get When I Become A Franchisee?

• Proven Business Model
• A Product or a Service to Offer High Quality Customer Service 
• Method of Doing Business
• Accounting and Finance Systems
• Forecasting Methods
• Strategic Planning
• Analysis of Market Trends
• Marketing, Advertising and Promotion
• Sales Techniques
• Product Research & Development
• Quality Control Methods
• Training in Operations, Sales and Administration
• Customer Relationship Building Tools
• Pricing Strategies
• Real Estate Assistance
• Human Resource Methods
• Construction and Design Assistance
• Equipment Specifications
• Legal Support

Steps To Becoming A Franchisee:

• Analyze Your Personal Needs
• Analyze Your Business Goals
• Determine Type of Business For You
• Research Applicable Franchisees
• Obtain Franchise Packet
• Submit Request for Consideration Forms, Financials, and Resume
• Obtain and Review Financial Disclosure Document (FDD)
• Return Receipt of Financial Disclosure Document (FDD)
• Speak in-depth with Franchisor
• Interview Existing Franchisees
• Second Interview with Franchisor
• Visit Franchise Headquarters
• Consult with Your Attorney & Accountant
• Enter Into A Franchise Agreement
• Obtain Real Estate
• Initial Training
• Complete Construction
• In Store Training
• Open For Business
• On-Going Support