The Disenfranchised

Would you believe us if we said that there was a way to set up a business and earn money quickly?

Well, you shouldn't! 

Even if you're buying into someone else's proven business model where they give you tools, support and guidance, there is no guarantee of success. 

You will still need to be prepared financially, especially during the first year and be prepared to work hard to make the business work yourself. 

Your working hours will also change and so will need to manage your efforts efficiently. 

In this episode we talk with Rebecca Newenham, Founder and Franchisor of virtual agency Get Ahead VA, about both of these topics as well as 

- How commuting can impact your health

- How to work from home effectively

- Networking and how it's changed since COVID

- What a Virtual Assistant/Agency actually does

- Rebecca's penchant for leopard print and much, much more!

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You can find Rebecca on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccanewenham/

and Get Ahead VA website here - https://getaheadva.com/

Thanks for listening!

What challenges are stopping you from setting up your own business?

If it's knowledge of how to do it, franchising can offer a great solution as the best business partner you could imagine! 

It will still be hard work of course, just like setting up any business and you will need to do it yourself, however it could be an option worth considering.

In this episode we speak with Adam Blakey, Co-Founder of Lil Beatz who shares his balanced view on what franchising can offer.

We discuss:

- How he became disenfranchised with employment

- How being an employee can be just as good as being self employed

- The difference between self-employment and franchising

- The impressive vision he has for Lil Beatz

- An alternative approach to encouraging diversity and inclusion at an early age

- Stories that inspire Adam

- and so much more!

You can find Adam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-blakey-0b9178115/ 

and Lil Beatz website here - https://www.lilbeatz.co.uk/dance-franchise-opportunity/

Thanks for listening!

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/

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 [email protected] or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

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/

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 [email protected] or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

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/

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 [email protected] or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

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/

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 [email protected] or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

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/ 

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 [email protected] or check out The Franchised website here - www.thefranchised.com

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?

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 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