Tips On How To Set Up Your Own Franchise And Be Your Own Boss

Mirror.co.uk:

Dad Shaun Kinsell was fed up with the unsociable hours as a lorry driver. So earlier this year, he parked up and became his own boss.

“I’d had enough of missing out on family life and decided it was time to get my life back,” says Shaun, 41.

“I liked the concept of franchising. With the proven sales, tried and tested work ethic and the training and back-up, it would be the best route into business for me.

“I came across Autovalet direct, the mobile car valeting franchise, and I liked their set-up. I’d wanted to do something similar myself 10 years ago but didn’t have the guts!”
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Sean raised the finance to buy his Autovalet direct franchise from an investment he’d made when he was younger. And in February he was up and running in the West Midlands.

“I cover the DY postcode area and things are going well. Obviously, the weather can dictate how busy I am. When it’s sunny I’m rushed off my feet. But I have a huge cover so, in reality, can work in any weather.

“I’m loving it as I’ve got my life back. I never used to see my wife and kids - we were like passing ships. Now I’m home for tea and I can help my children with their homework.”