We are disrupting the fragmented business coaching and consultancy market. BizSmart® offers small business owners a fresh approach to growth guidance that builds longer client relationships, delivering you a sticky recuring income. Why longer relationships… because unlike most coaching and consultancy franchises – it’s not all about you!
BBC Apprentice Winner, Mark Wright uses the BizSmart® ScaleUp’ System in his businesses
Our client stats evidence that we have something special here
So, what is it that BizSmart® provide that will enable you to create such long and profitable client relationships for your business…
- Your clients will place huge value on the proprietary software stack, which sets out and manages their business ScaleUp journey….And they love the community you will build, a group of like-minded small business owners who fuel the conversations at your group video board meetings.
- Your clients will deliver the value to each other for you, month after month, year after year. You also create deeper personal client relationships with 45-minute monthly 1-2-1s, simply following the steps laid out in the system and tailoring your approach to their mood that month.
- Clients typically pay a lot lesst han the market rate for a business coach or peer advisory board, so they are happy they are getting a great deal too… Everyone wins, everyone learns, while everyone makes more money!*
And there’s more – we are aware accountants and other professionals are desperate to transition to become their clients’ trusted advisors, with tech and AI encroaching on their processing roles. To them your BizSmart® software stack is a proven fintech masterpiece that you can supply for their team to utilise in their practice and keep their clients engaged too. This presents you with an entirely hands-off super-sticky additional recurring income stream. Everyone wins again…
BizSmart is the perfect business for:
You must care and be credible, have commercial acumen and be confident to adapt your pace and pitch to relate to a range of switched-on business people. You will learn as much as your clients do – it’s such a rewarding role where you will develop deep relationships that will often last as long as you are operating!
“It’s a bit like being a NED for multiple small businesses, but far, far more rewarding.” Granger Forson – Franchisee
All services are conceived to be simple for you to operate with minimal effort, admin and preparation, while being highly effective and ultra-sticky for your clients. You will feel empowered by the tech and leverage AI, learning every day and staying current in our fast-moving world.
You don’t need lots of employees, you don’t need premises and you don’t need to travel. It’s a hugely rewarding role leading local business owners on the journey to scale up their organisations.
- Peer advisory boards – monthly
- 1-2-1 sessions following the monthly theme – monthly
- Smart 90-day planning meetings – quarterly
- Range of business ScaleUp tools – ad-hoc
- Empowering local accountants/professionals to resell the system
A unique approach that even maps in your holidays!
Your first three years are mapped in extreme detail as part of the setup process, even blocks of time for holidays are included, so you have a true road map to follow. We are not aware of any other franchise that provides this depth of guidance, balance and clarity of the journey ahead.
Following the plan will see you aiming to hit c.£250k sales in year three working c.20hrs per week on delivery. Then aim for c.£500k in year five, enjoying c.70% - 80% net profits.*
And this all adds up to a valuable asset to sell in the future too.
Conceived, owned and operated in the UK
Founder, Kevin Brent, and the head office franchise support team also continue to operate the original territory in Worcester, committed to refining the unique software stack and building brand awareness. There’s a refreshing mindset focused on delivering long-term value where all parties win.
With educational books and regular peer podcast interviews, awareness of our unique approach to growth guidance is snowballing – exciting times ahead.
If you are interested in learning more about the BizSmart® franchise opportunity and feel it could be right for you please get in touch with Mike for an initial chat.
- You need have at least £15k to invest to start your business with bank funding (total £50k)
- You are keen to follow a franchise model to grow your own business
- Have a desire to build a long-term recurring income stream
- Are an adaptable, credible and confident people-person
If you want to go far, go together
*we do not offer any guarantees regarding the returns that you can create with BizSmart®
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Interview with Kevin Brent, reflecting on BizSmart®’s developments in 2022 and plans for 2023
The first full year of recovery from the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns, 2022 can be summarised as a year of uncertainty, opportunity, and resilience.
Having optimised its business and expanded its franchise model, leading Worcestershire business support provider, BizSmart® and its team have seen a successful year supporting its clients and rapidly gaining industry recognition.
Here Kevin Brent, Founder of BizSmart reflects on the last year and shares insight into achievements, progression and focus for 2023:
How have the last 12 months been for BizSmart?
‘2022 has been a significant year for BizSmart and our clients.
‘It has marked our 10th year in business, the continued growth of our franchise model, and the launch of my book, The Entrepreneurial Scale Up System [ESUS].
‘We've seen some interesting things going on with our clients, through recognising and capitalising on the opportunities created during times of change. One area of increasing focus has been on acquisitions, mergers and sales/exits which created some great results for clients who achieved their goal of a successful exit.
‘We have worked incredibly hard over the last 12 months to establish the business and cement the BizSmart® name as a credible business support provider and franchise model, with the goal of achieving real results on behalf of our clients. As such, we were fortunate to have been finalists for and winners of several awards, have received promising feedback from industry stakeholders and business peers alike and are delighted with the brand recognition gained throughout the year.’
What have been some of the best highlights of the year?
‘In October, we exhibited at the National Franchise Exhibition with support from BizSmart® ambassador and BBC Apprentice Winner, Mark Wright. The show was a great experience, enabling us to share insight into both our franchise model and lessons taught throughout The Entrepreneurial Scale Up System, resulting in a host of potential and interested franchisees.
‘Furthermore, in late October, we announced the launch of our second franchise, BizSmart® Birmingham and Solihull, following the success of our first Franchise, BizSmart® Gloucestershire, in 2021. We are delighted to see the expansion of our franchise model, driving our mission to deliver impactful business support across the UK.’
‘We were re-endorsed for a second consecutive year by the ScaleUp Institute, following the findings of our impact results for our clients, which consisted of research that surveyed business leaders participating in our dedicated ‘Flight Academy’ programme. The research revealed that despite the challenging climate, participants had increased profits on average by 19% compared with the year before. We are pleased with the results and believe this provides us with an excellent benchmark to build on, as we continue to help business leaders escape the owner-manager trap and drive scalable and profitable growth.
‘Finally, in December 2022, we were rewarded and recognised by two prominent organisations, this included a shortlisting for the Quality Franchising Association’s, Virtual Franchising Awards, for their ‘New Franchise of the Year Award’ and selected and awarded two business awards at the International Brilliance Awards: ‘Business Leader of the Year’ and ‘Business of the Year’.
‘It’s been amazing to receive acknowledgement on behalf of our services for clients and their achievements. Furthermore, to walk away with a double win and this latest shortlisting announcement was the perfect way to end a fantastic year!’
How has your franchise model performed in comparison to its forecast, over the last year?
‘The BizSmart® franchise model has been developing well and it’s great to see it off the ground and expanding. We are so pleased to have celebrated BizSmart Gloucestershire’s first year of business and secured the launch of our second franchise BizSmart Birmingham and Solihull.
The franchise model has enabled us to strengthen our support throughout the west midlands area and through our interactions and growing recognition in the franchise industry, we have received many new lines of enquiry and have built a firm foundation to scale our operations which adheres to our plan to expand to a further three franchises, before the end of our financial year in March 2023.
You released a book earlier this year titled The Entrepreneurial ScaleUp System [ESUS], can you tell us more about its success?
‘Over the past year, we have seen some growing interest in ESUS, which included signing copies at the National Franchise Exhibition, discussions in book clubs and I have participated in many podcast appearances and interviews to highlight key insights.
The podcasts have been a major development over the past six months, featuring BizSmart and ESUS on several platforms including The British Business Podcast with Michael Thorpe, The Thoughtful Entrepreneur with Josh Elledge and the Leaders Council Podcast.
It’s been great to share ESUS with a wider audience and meet and work with the selection of influential, professional hosts.
'I have also enjoyed talking with the great selection of guests on our podcast ScaleUp Radio and sharing their ScaleUp Journey experiences and lessons. We are increasing our focus on our podcast this year and we are always looking for business owners with between 5 and 50 employees, to share their ScaleUp experiences. This is one of the ways we share real-life approaches and best practices with the aim of helping other business owners facing similar challenges – A rising tide helps all boats!'
What is the business focus for the new year?
‘As we reflect on our achievements this year, we are determined to continue to build on our latest success.
‘We plan to continue to expand our franchise model and launch further franchises in the upcoming year. We will also continue to spread the message of ESUS and look to work with more business professionals in our mission to help leaders escape the owner-manager trap and achieve scale-up success.
‘Overall, 2022 has been a great year for BizSmart and I would like to thank my dedicated team for their hard work throughout the year. We are not blind to the current climate, and we understand that this year will be a tough year for most of us. However, we are optimistic and positive looking at the year ahead and will strive to continue to support our clients on their business journey in 2023.’
Kevin Brent, Founder of BizSmart®
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