"HORN" In On Franchise / Business Ownership-OCTOBER '16 Edition

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[SIZE=14pt]“HORN†In On Franchise / Business Ownership[/SIZE]

[SIZE=14pt]…a monthly post with blurbs, links, and other words-of-wisdom[/SIZE]

[SIZE=14pt]regarding self-employment; career transition;[/SIZE]

[SIZE=14pt]and franchise / business ownership;[/SIZE]

[SIZE=14pt]as well as information for business owners[/SIZE]

[SIZE=14pt]who may be interested in franchising their business.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=16pt]OCTOBER 2016[/SIZE]

[SIZE=14pt]ENTREPRENEURSHIP[/SIZE]

[SIZE=10pt]Is Living A Few Years Of Your[/SIZE]

[SIZE=10pt]Life Like Most People Won’t,[/SIZE]

[SIZE=10pt]So That You Can Spend The[/SIZE]

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[SIZE=10pt]Most People Can’t.[/SIZE]

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Perhaps It Is Time For A Career Change​

...And An Opportunity To Invest In Yourself.​

As the 21st century "professional" job market continues to constrict, corporate America "refugees and "wannabe refugees"  are refocusing their vision of how they will make a living in the years to come.  This is driving many of those who are transitioning out of corporate America jobs, as well as millennials, retirees, and stay-at-home mothers who would like to go back to work, to pursue self-employment options. Over the past several years, many individuals have found it increasingly difficult to secure other employment.  Particularly, those who may be more “matureâ€, or have been at a high income level.  Therefore, a number of these folks have decided to pursue small business ownership as the “new†career of choice.  Today, creating your own job has become the new path to job security.

With all the layoffs that have occurred since 2008, it makes one question job security.  If you are employed in the oil industry, job security or lack thereof, may be a daily worry. The Federal government and a number of leading economists have reported that most of the jobs that have been “cut†are not likely to return. The job market today exhibits three (3) frustrating and consistent themes…

• High paying jobs are increasingly hard to find. 
• The average job lasts 18-24 months…so, how much security is being provided by employment.
• Executives are being asked to do substantially more with fewer resources.

Perhaps you have the perfect job and perfect life, but do you have a back-up plan if the unthinkable happens?  Maybe you are ready for a change, ready to live life to its fullest or ready to take control of your future.  If you are presently employed…can you continue to do what you are doing now at the same intensity for the next 10, 20, or 30 years?  Do you really want to?  You may want to infuse some excitement back into your work-life.

Owning your own business may provide the opportunity for you to reach your goals and for some, it may be their only viable option in our current economy.  And, buying a franchise provides the opportunity to be in business for yourself, but not by yourself.  A franchise already has a proven concept and an effective business model with a stable track record.  Therefore, you gain access to a successful business concept without having to “reinvent the wheel.â€

[SIZE=10.5pt]Franchise ownership has proven to be a great vehicle for thousands of people to effectively transition into a new industry and self-employment with an improved quality of life, while becoming  master of their destiny.[/SIZE]

Are you going to sit on the sideline and watch opportunity pass you by, or take positive steps towards the dream…the independence, freedom, and improved work-life that is often enjoyed by business owners?

To get something you never had, you have to do something you never did.

Would this scenario be of interest and value to you…a process where you receive assistance to help you better identify your goals, financial requirements, lifestyle needs and what you would like for your work-life to look like; then provided information on self-employment options and guidance on exploring these opportunities within the confines of a supportive, educational and no-obligation environment?   

Have a job you don’t like?  Seek other employment…I call that “Changing Your Curtainsâ€.  Perhaps, you prefer a bolder approach which may provide a new and invigorating work-life…I refer to that as “Changing Your Viewâ€.  In 2001, I decided to “Change My Viewâ€.  If you are ready…Let’s Talk.  I can help you “Change Your View†too…

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Business Owner or Employee? Franchising Offers the Best of Both Worlds​

by  Robert Addie  ​

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Many, if not most, people dream of owning their own business. It sounds fun and exciting, and it truly can be. However, there are different types of business ownership that come with different perks and pitfalls. Startups, for example, involve huge commitments: finances, time, and energy. Frankly, startups depend on luck more than any other business model. It is high-risk, high-reward, but if the business fails, the losses can be devastating. This is why so many employees wishing to break away from the daily grind of a job tend to shy away from venturing out on their own to be their own boss.

With no disrespect to startups that made it—Google, Facebook, Apple, Microsoft, etc.—much of the success of these big names involved a large amount of good fortune. Of course, there were genius entrepreneurs behind them, and whatever they did, it worked, but not everyone has the resources, nor are they willing to risk it all on a new business or new idea. In most cases, that is a wise decision.

Unfortunately, many people wishing to be their own boss are afraid to become business owners because they immediately equate business ownership with the startup. This perception is analogous to avoiding the ocean because you are afraid of Jaws.

If you’re interested in becoming a business owner but can’t fathom starting from scratch, franchising is an excellent solution. In fact, Brad Sugars, owner of the world’s No. 1 business coaching firm in the world, strongly recommends franchising as a first, or even second or third business for the new entrepreneur.

Why franchising? “It offers the right mix of independence and proven strategy,†Sugars said, “It has the strength of a tried-and-true business model with the freedom that comes from working for yourself and managing your individual franchise, within certain parameters, as you see fit.†Furthermore, there are thousands of franchise opportunities available, franchising is becoming more popular than ever, and the investment can be relatively small, depending on what type of franchise you choose. Most importantly, of all significant business models, the franchise is the least likely to fail because it is strongly backed by the franchisor, who offers support and has a vested interest in the success of each individual franchise. Furthermore, franchising, as a general business model is expected to grow steadily by at least 1.5% in 2016 and on.

“ Take a chance! All life is a chance. The man who goes the furthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare. The "sure thing" boat never gets far from shore. â€

                                                                                          ~Carnegie, Dale on Risk

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Are you in career transition, or contemplating making a change?  Would you like a "sounding-board"?  As a former Human Resources executive and now a Franchise Coach / Consultant, I have over three (3) decades of assisting folks with career transition.  Plus, I have personally walked down that path a couple times myself.  If you would like to visit about career transition in general, entering self-employment via a franchise or business opportunity and / or UT sports, please call me at your convenience… 888-479-2491.  Or shoot me an email with your phone number and a good day(s) / time(s) to call you.  I will gladly provide advice and counsel.

Remember, I'm a coach, not a sales person.

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