I’ve been having more and more conversations with business owners concerned about the upcoming budget changes, especially the increase to NI and minimum wage. Most are worried about the extra costs they will incur, and how it will affect their potential for growth – especially if they are trying to demonstrate strong ROI in their present – or, possible future – franchise offering.

I don’t blame them. After the last 5 years, it can feel like British businesses just can’t catch a break. However, while the challenges we’re facing may seem new in many respects, uncertainty and risk is anything but. No-one ever got anywhere in business without taking risks, and running a business is inherently risky. You never know what is around the corner!

Which is exactly why growing your business as a franchise is such a successful and popular model. Yes, many businesses struggle and even fail during times of economic uncertainty, but just as many continue to succeed.

In my 3 decades of working in the franchising industry, I’ve seen several recessions, the credit crunch, the rise and fall of the property market, Brexit, a global pandemic, and a war in Europe. All huge impact events, but a significant proportion of franchises have not only survived, but positively thrived.

The secret? Creating a robust, well-structured business model which can handle change

With the right financial modelling, planning and development, the upcoming budget changes may not be nearly as bad as you think, and those plans to grow your business can still become a reality… and you don’t have to go it alone: I’m here to help!

Whether you’re considering launching as a franchise, or just want to improve your offering, a franchise blueprint can give you a road map for navigating whatever the future sends your way. It all starts with a friendly, no obligation conversation about your goals, so… let’s chat!

Just click the button at the bottom of this email to schedule a call.

Are you one of the 500+ people we spoke to about franchising at the Olympia show last month?

You read that right! The British & International Franchise Exhibition was quite a weekend, not least because of the sheer number of people who expressed an interest in franchising. A good number were business interested in becoming a franchise, but the majority were prospective franchisees looking at the brands we represent as an option.

People who understand the benefits joining a franchise can offer them, but who have not yet found the right brand for them. Who knows? It might just be that you are the perfect fit for each other.

There’s clearly a huge appetite for franchising out there. So, why don’t we talk about how you can become the kind of franchise people like these can’t wait to join?

Schedule a call using the button below any time you want a chat about how it could work for you!