Is there anything more delightful on Planet Earth than that exquisite moment of contact? When smooth, luxurious chocolate meets expectant lips and temptingly dissolves on the tongue; sending wave after wave of rapture and delectation from the mouth to the brain.
We LOVE chocolate in the UK. And we’re not talking about that artificial crap they get fobbed off with in the US. If there’s one thing the Brits do well, it’s chocolate.
We spend £4 billion every year on chocolate in the UK. Admittedly, we probably spend the majority of that ourselves at Hotel Franchise Direct, but it just goes to show how much the UK public yearns for the brown stuff.
Each one of us (on average) eats around 9.5kg of chocolate each year. Now, let's not get all shamey about it; but that is literally the weight of a Dachshund, 1.33x the mass of a bowling ball, twice as heavy as a gallon of paint, and double the heftiness of your average domestic cat.
But, as we say; no judgement here. :)
Chocolate franchises offer an excellent profit margin, a loyal fanbase of hungry borderline diabetics, and the love and devotion of the nation.
Whoever said that work had to feel like a chore?
Franchising
Franchising is a great way to gain entry into new markets. The parent company of your chosen chocolate franchise is looking for people with passion and drive - they help you develop the skills to sell or produce a product that will set your customers on fire (have an extinguisher handy!).
Taking on a franchise enterprise is the savvy way to go into business for yourself. You inherit instantly recognisable branding that adds immediate curb appeal for your new business, helping you make a speedy impact on your high street.
If you adopt an established brand that people already know and love, the vast majority of the work is already done for you. Just stack it up and watch it go!
Of course, no business is as easy as all that; but you will find that chocolate franchises offer a premium product that the public considers a treat. And, although there's no such thing as a recession-proof business, chocolate sales tend to increase during recessions and periods of national strife. The nation literally lost all of its teeth during the lockdown of 2020!
Franchising offers the perfect way to go into business for yourself. You get all the training you'll need to hit expert status, and tons of support to help you grow and expand your business once it's up and running.
And all that trading and employment compliance stuff? Your parent company will help ensure that you meet all of the regulations so that you can open up your doors as quickly as possible and get on with the business of spreading the chocolatey love.
Facts About Chocolate Franchises
Chocolate franchises cater to a vast realm of want: from the daily treat to the luxury gifts, from hot chocolate inventions for winter markets to branded products for movie tie-ins.
Chocolate is considered by most people an “affordable luxury” and regardless of the state of the nation’s economy, chocolate sales maintain their buoyancy.
One of the reasons we love chocolate is because of its association with celebration. There's chocolate abundance at Christmas and Easter, of course. Still, there's scientific evidence that chocolate boosts serotonin (the happy chemical in our brain) - so it has all the makings of a better day.
It really is true that people devour chocolate while celebrating good times, as well as consoling themselves when times get tough.
Chocolate isn't solely found in sweet treats, however. There's a long tradition of chocolate in savoury items. For spicy foods, the bitterness of high-cocoa chocolate sets off the piquancy of the spice to perfection. Chocolate is used in Mexican food from Mole and Barbeque sauce to chilli con Carne.
Delish!
Who could possibly resist a chocolate franchise?
Franchising Vs Independent
Franchises offer an excellent way to establish a new business in a crowded marketplace. Independent companies often struggle to build a following quickly enough to break even; almost half of all independent companies go into administration within three years.
Franchises, on the other hand, are beasts of robust stuff. Built on proven financial infrastructures, franchises have already demonstrated their value in the marketplace; driven by demand and a history of growth and sustainability.
For this reason, banks and moneylenders consider franchise business a lower financial risk than independent start-ups with no proven footing in the marketplace; making it more likely that you'll achieve favourable interest rates on start-up loans.
If you're looking for a way to turn the daily grind into an utter joy, then a chocolate franchise could be the conduit to a wonderland of joyful self-employment.
Chocolate Franchises
Explore our range of delectable chocolate franchises, and get on track towards your dream of Willy Wonkahood.
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