Is a Franchise Business Your Opportunity

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  • Author Frank Montano
  • Published August 8, 2010
  • Word count 586

A lot of people desire to be their own boss. One way to do that is through a franchise. In this article we will discuss the pros and cons of investing in a franchise opportunity, to help you determine whether or not franchise opportunities are for you. After reading this article, you should walk away with a better understanding of how franchise opportunities apply to your situation.

If you're going to be successful running a business, you must be good at being self-employed. Typically people that thrive on being their own boss are those who are willing to take the initiative, are not afraid of failure or risk, and are willing to put in the necessary amount of time to get their efforts off the ground and running. They do not get bogged down by details, and are able to see the big picture. Does this sound like you? If so, you're the perfect candidate for being self-employed.

Now the choice is whether or not to create your own business from scratch, or to take your money and invest in a franchise opportunity. The main difference between a business and franchise opportunity is your rights and what you can do in the business. If you want create your own business, you have to create your own business model system, and brand awareness in the marketplace. But you also get to dictate who you buy supplies from, what hours you operate in, where you can locate at and how you can advertise.

Compare that to a franchise. While you don't have as much flexibility or creative input, you do get a workable, proven business model, oftentimes you enjoy brand identity awareness in the marketplace, and you can spend more of your efforts in making sure things are running smoothly, and working on the day-to-day business affairs. Franchises present the best opportunities to generate passive income without your day-to-day presence at the business.

Are you ready to be an entrepreneur? It takes a lot of self-determination and want to really work for yourself. I'd say at least 75% of people in business today are not cut out to be entrepreneurs. If you have that burning desire to own a franchise or your own business, then a franchise could be what you have been looking for. Take time to sit down to assess and plan your skills, finances, and goals to see if you are ready to take the leap to self-employment. Always consult a financial planner and attorney before making any decision that will impact your financial future for a long time.

Tri Tax Franchise Founder Carlos Marquez says "One key to a good fit is that the person investing in the franchise needs to have similar objectives as the franchise company. "I've learned that personal goals drive business goals, so it's very important for us that someone interested in joining Tri Tax has clear goals. We educate an individual on what a franchise is. This isn't a get-rich-scheme, but a systematic way of running a business, and it takes a particular type of person to follow the system."

So what it all comes down to is knowing what you want out of the business, and knowing what skills are required to run a business successfully. Also, it involves knowing how to analyze franchise opportunities to find the winner that suit your personality best. If you can do that, and follow the advice given above as it relates to franchises, maybe franchise opportunity is the perfect thing for you.

Mr Montano is the President and CEO of Tri Tax. The largest and fastest growing hispanic tax franchise opportunity. Founded by social entrepreneur and innovator Mr. Carlos Marquez.

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