Vehicle Cleaning Products Franchise Opportunity With Autosmart

Franchise Recruitment Manager, Michelle Williams puts the interest down to several factors. “The current economic climate has provided a boost to franchising. Around 60% of the people we interview now have either been made redundant or are concerned about their job security. This uncertainty has prompted them to look for a way of seizing control of their working life, whilst minimising risk. Franchising often provides the perfect compromise.

“Potential franchisees are also attracted by the fact that we are a very established franchise and that we were awarded the title of Franchisor of the Year by the BFA in 2008. Everyone likes to be part of a success story and the accolade of Franchisor of the Year helps to reassure people enquiring that an Autosmart franchise is a good business opportunity.”

No previous experience required

“Our franchisees come from all sorts of different backgrounds,” continues Michelle. “Most of them have never sold before. This isn’t an issue as we have over 30 years of experience teaching new franchisees to sell. Also, our franchisees take a fully stocked mobile supermarket to the customer and build up a regular repeat business. This is much easier than trying to sell via a catalogue and offers significant advantages and cost savings to the customer.

“The main things that I look for in a potential franchisee are self-motivation and a commitment to work hard to develop their business. They also need to like being hands-on. This is not a management franchise – our franchisees don’t need to worry about recruiting and managing staff. Instead they operate as one-man businesses, each with their own exclusive territory. The franchisee is in control of his own life and focuses on growing and enjoying his business, rather than trying to find and manage the right staff to do it for him. And of course he also gets to keep all the profits to himself, which is very attractive.