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Research and numerous meetings with the franchisor and his team – and with a number of other franchisees. How did the master franchise help you starting a business in the UK: training, practical help with the start-up (company registration eg), PR and telemarketing launch campaign – and lots of encouragement
Name: Mike Salmon
Company Name: nxo Solent
Location: Haslemere, Surrey
Length of time in operation: 6 mths
Professional background before becoming a franchisee: CEO - international drinks industry
Why did you become involved in franchising: to run my life and work on my own terms
Why did you choose this franchise business: nxo offers consultancy opportunities across a wide range of sectors and with businesses of all sizes.
How did you research the company before setting up: web- based research and numerous meetings with the franchisor and his team – and with a number of other franchisees.
How did the master franchise help you starting a business in the UK: training, practical help with the start-up (company registration eg), PR and telemarketing launch campaign – and lots of encouragement
Does the master franchise continue to help you on an ongoing basis: yes – with more training and coaching, with the formation of alliances with other networks, and with the provision of a virtual office
What difficulties did you face starting off: knowing where to begin – and closing the first deals
How did you overcome these difficulties: just getting out there and doing it.
What advice would you give to others who have just started franchising or are looking for a franchise business in the UK:
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