The Disenfranchised

Rachel Brooks - Swimtime UK - A good franchisor cares about it’s franchisees

What would you ask an entrepreneur with 15+ years of experience helping other people to set up their own business?
We're honoured to be joined by Rachel Brooks on this episode of The Disenfranchised, who across her career has seen horror stories in employment, started her own successful business, supported many other people to build their own successful businesses and has some very funny stories to share!
Rachel also shares solid advice on:
- Taking the first steps to being self employed
- Investing for the future
- Preparing financially for starting a business
- Building a business plan
- The types of franchises that are available
- What makes a good franchisor
- and so much more!
This episode is really jam packed with great content, so thanks for listening and if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share and hit the subscribe button!
You can find Rachel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelbrooks/ and Swimtime UK here - https://www.swimtime.org/opportunities/become-a-franchisee/
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Chris Goodchild - The Best Photobooths & Magic Mirrors - You’ve got to hustle to achieve your goals

Would you rather get paid to go to Weddings, Events and Parties or for turn up every day to a vanilla job? Sounds almost too good to be true, but there are many people who are out there who are having fun and earning a great income. You don't have to have the next big idea, but you do need to work hard and HUSTLE. Even if it means working into the early hours of the morning. In this episode we hear from Chris Goodchild, Founder & Managing Director or The Best Photobooths & Magic Mirrors, on how this mentality has allowed him to semi-retire at an early age and then build a successful business that is fun, exciting and allows him to live the life he wants. We also have a lot of laughs and learn about; - The mentality needed to become successful - The importance of surrounding yourself with people who support you and have the right mindset. - What are important traits to have as a franchisee - The future for the events industry and what is a hybrid event You can find Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-goodchild-39245118/ and his franchised business The Best Photobooths & Magic Mirrors here - https://www.thebestphotobooths.co.uk/ Thanks for listening and if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share and hit the subscribe button! If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next drop us a message at info@thefranchised.com or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

Maddy Alexander-Grout – My VIP Card – Franchising is just like outsourcing

What is the key to successful business growth?
Well, there’s probably quite a few things rather than just one silver bullet, however outsourcing is one very important element – you can’t run a large company doing all the tasks yourself.
In many ways, franchising is just another form of outsourcing and is this episode we discover this comparison as we speak with Maddy Alexander-Grout CEO and Franchisor for My VIP Card.
We also speak with Maddy about:
- Her mission to save the Highstreet
- Building a business and franchise in challenging times
- Managing a business as a full time Mum
You can find Maddy on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/maddycomrie/ and her franchised business My VIP Card here - https://myvipcard.co.uk/love-my-vip-card-ever-considered-running-your-own-franchise/
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Deborah Salsbury - The Reading Doctor - Do something that you are passionate about

Do you wake up every day looking forward to work?
If not, why not?
Work doesn't have to be a chore if you are passionate about what you are doing.
In this episode we hear how Deborah built her franchised business The Reading Doctor using her passion and relentless drive to ensure reading success for all.
We learn how moments in her life have helped her to identify:
- challenges and solutions within the education system
- why support is so important in life and in business
- the importance of setting up a business right from day 1
You can find Deborah on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-salsbury-155460151/ and her franchised business The Reading Doctor here - https://thereadingdoctors.co.uk/
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Adam Lovelock - Coconut Creatives - You don’t need to be an expert

What do you think of when you hear the word franchise?
A business run by a massive corporate company draining the local economy?
As we learn in the episode with Adam Lovelock that's not the case. With a unique perspective on the franchising industry Adam Lovelock shares his views on the franchising industry:
- What he perceived franchising to be before he worked in the industry
- How he now views franchising
- The relationship between franchisors
- Starting a business vs the franchising model
We also hear Adam's advice on what to consider when thinking of buying a franchise.
You can find Adam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamlovelock/ and Coconut Creatives here - https://coconutcreatives.co.uk/
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Sarah Taggart - Lodestar Business Coaching - Being a franchisee

Want to hear what it's like being a franchisee?
On this episode we hear from Sarah Taggart, who at the age of 22 started her own business under the Greenthumb Lawncare Treatment brand as a franchisee.
Sarah grew and ran her business for almost 17 years having built a successful and loyal client base, but now finds fulfilment in her role as a 1:1 Business Coach supporting other franchisees who are one a similar journey through her business company Lodestar Business Coaching.
We hear her advice on what you should be looking for when considering a franchise and guidance on what it takes to be successful. Sarah also shares some great stories touching on topics like massages and being mistaken for a man!
You'll find Sarah regularly sharing great advice on self motivation and business growth on:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-taggart-37b668a8/
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Paul Lewis - Launchlife International & Pitman Training - Research, Research, Research

What does Ikea flat pack furniture, holiday homes and ties tied too tight have in common with franchising?
We find out in this episode where I speak with Paul Lewis, Managing Director of Launchlife International, whose franchised brands include Pitman Training, School is Easy and Engineering for Kids.
We discuss a wide range of topics including;
- What challenges do franchisees experience?
- How do Franchisors support franchisees?
- Is franchising for everyone?
- What makes a successful franchisee?
We also find out more about Paul's career and how he found the franchising industry, as well as his work today leading well established and growing franchise brands.
If you want to find or reach out to Paul you can find him on:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldaniellewis/
You can find out more about all of the brands under the Launchlife International group here
https://www.pitman-franchising.com/
http://www.launchlife.com/
https://franchise.schooliseasy.com/ -
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If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next, let us know through our LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-franchised
For articles around transitioning from employment into franchising you can check out our website here - https://www.thefranchised.com/advice

James O’Brien - Franchise Top 10 - Read the contract and ask questions

James and I talk about how his career has taken him from working within the hospitality industry, through to establishing a franchise and on to his role today in introducing others to the world of franchising. James also shares some sage advice on franchise contracts and how having the right mindset is key to success. This includes how the franchisor/franchisee relationship can be similar to a marriage.
If you want to find or reach out to James you can find him on:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchisetop10/
And his company website - https://www.franchise-top-10.co.uk/
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share and hit the subscribe button!
If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next let me know through my LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-franchised
For articles around transitioning from employment into franchising you can check out our website here - https://www.thefranchised.com/advice

Iain Griffiths - The Party Tent Company - Make sure you have a plan

Iain Griffiths shares with us his career story and describes how he managed the process of transitioning from a Military Career into a civilian life and then onto establishing his own successful business. He also shares his thoughts on how to prepare for starting a business and what a good Franchisor should provide to their franchisees.
Iain is also LinkedIn legend and has his own YouTube channel, regularly producing great content and advice. You can check him out here;
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iaingriffiths/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/IainGriffiths
The Party Tent Company Franchise Page - https://thepartytentcompany.com/
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For articles and support around transitioning from employment into franchising you can check out our website here - https://www.thefranchised.com/

Adrian Knight - Knight Franchises - It’s all about timing...

In this episode I speak with Adrian Knight of Knight Franchises and learn how franchising relates to running 5 paper rounds, how the American franchise market impacted his career and discuss some of the key factors individuals need to consider when looking in to buying a franchise license.
You can find Adrian through;
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianjohnknight/
And his company website - https://www.knightfranchises.com/
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy this episode, please share and hit the like button!
If you have any comments or suggestions for who you would like to hear from next engage with me on my LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-franchised
For articles around transitioning from employment into franchising you can check out our website here - https://www.thefranchised.com/