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Choosing A Franchise; Is The Franchise Concept’s Brand Important To You?


Some of the people that have met with me for franchise selection advice have insisted on investing in an opportunity that has a recognizable name. Why is that?….

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The discussion that I always make sure I have with prospective franchise owners includes a discussion of brands, and how it relates to their risk level.

       

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I have found that most of my candidates feel that if they invest in a franchise of their own that has a great brand, like an AAMCO, a Dairy Queen, or even something like Subway, that they are entering the world of franchising in a way that really lowers their risk. That is not necessarily the case.



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Just because one invests in an extremely well branded franchise like Subway, does not mean that their investment equals what will amount to guaranteed financial success. What if:

  • They have no food service experience
  • They have never managed a group of hourly workers
  • They did not do their research, correctly
  • They didn’t have enough capital

Do any of those possible errors in franchise selection negate any positive impact of a recognized brand?

Another thing to think about as it relates to brand, is how does a franchise’s brand impact the availability of a great location for a prospective franchise owner?

If you are just starting your franchise selection process, you are probably thinking about where you would like to put your franchise? {If the franchise you are looking at requires a leased space} It is only natural to start thinking about where you would want to put your new business. it helps you visualize things better.

If you are looking into investing in a franchise that has a great brand, be prepared to be very flexible about your location choices. After all, if the franchise concept is branded, the choice locations may already be spoken for.

I have outlined a few things you may want to think about, when choosing a suitable franchise. Yes, the brand is important, and if you happen to have a strong brand, it will help you set yourself apart from the mom and pop operators in your geographic location.

In the future, I will discuss investing in franchise opportunities that may not be well branded. But, maybe it doesn’t have to be, for you to be successful….

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I'm The Franchise King®, Joel Libava. I help prospective franchise owners avoid bank account emptying mistakes. For over 20 years, I’ve been helping people make smart, informed decisions on franchises to buy, and I can help you, too! #thefranchiseking
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