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In 2018, after many months of brainstorming trial and error and sleepless nights, Mess Around finally launched the Slime Lab UK in Teesside with their Mess Around Leader Emily Wilson.  The messy play events traditionally catered for children aged 6 months to 5 years old but for many years, parents across the UK had been asking if they could run something for their older children. A market had been emerging in slime making across the world and Emily had felt that there was a gap in th...

There are key differences between running your own independent business and running a franchise. In this article we are going to explain what these differences are and why owning a franchise could be the better option for you. For lots of people, running their own business is a dream that they may never be able to fulfil. Lots of things put people off, such as initial costs; time; job security; and bills which can hinder someone taking the risk. However, if there was a way that you could b...

The My Window Cleaner business and our franchise network have got off to a flying start in 2021. On the back of winning the British Franchise Association's Franchisor of the Year, in the Emerging Franchisor category, we have had much increased interest from prospective franchise partners. However, we have and will remain to take the long-term view of ensuring that there is a natural fit to the relationship, each other's goals are aligned, and the work ethic matches the opportunity. The rest...

As lockdown takes hold again, we must ask ourselves how secure we feel in our current careers? Not a pleasant thing, but a necessary one nonetheless. Whilst I don’t have a crystal ball to hand, I can however tell you our facts thus far. It has been a record year for My Window Cleaner and our franchise partners. Here’s a few to ponder over: 7 new franchised businesses were launched; all of whom are operating above planWe did not stop providing service, as we were allowed to trade throughoutRec...

The Saracen's Head, a pub in Staffordshire as joined forces with Papa John’s and will be serving their customers the popular pizzas and a pint! From 12th April 2021, the long awaited return of the pub-goers who like to visit the popular public house in the vibrant village of Weston, can now also enjoy Papa John’s pizza made with only the freshest, finest ingredients for the first time, served up with their favourite beverage inside, or in the pub’s extensive beer garden. Lucy Dell, Genera...

The Wheel Specialist reported an unexpected surge in wheel refurbishment enquiries at its first-ever virtual conference.It's now been a year since many businesses began to suffer the effects of lockdowns and tier systems, but this has led to increased demand for some companies.Providing vehicle wheel repair and refurbishment services, The Wheel Specialist franchises have remained open for most of the last year.What will have impressed franchisees the most is not just the fact that they've manage...

What a nightmare! You buy a franchise, you’re raring to go, and a pandemic pops out of nowhere and forces you to close your doors repeatedly in one of the most disrupted trading years in recent history.A disaster, you might think.But for three women who picked the toughest year in which to buy a Laser Clinics UK franchise, their experience has been quite the opposite.Sophie Al-Sharhan, for instance, can’t believe how quickly her clinic in London’s Brent Cross began hitting £100,000 a month in tu...

Papa John's, one of the leading pizza franchises has opened its latest brand-new store in the market town of Boston, Lincolnshire. Managed by franchisee Sukhbir Gill, who runs several other Papa John’s in the region, including one on Fantasy Island Resort, Skegness, the new Boston store will employ up to 20 locally recruited staff. Sukhbir Gill explains: “Boston is a busy coastal town and a good tourist area offering good scope and added opportunities for our customers to enjoy their favour...

OSCAR Pet Foods' National Pet Month celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership through educational campaigns and resources. This year, National Pet Month (NPM) runs from 1st April to 10th May and here at OSCAR Pet Foods we’re encouraging absolutely everyone who loves, owns or works with pets to join in the fun! Whether you’re new to pet ownership or a seasoned pet owner, NPM exists to inspire you to get more involved with your pet’s care. It also presents a fantastic oppo...

Lakeland Verandahs rapidly growing number of franchise owners in the UK are from a multitude of backgrounds, various walks of life and very interesting backstories.This time last year, Gary Holmes, the man now in charge of the UPVC decking and fencing company’s Shropshire / West Midlands branch, was working for JD Wetherspoon. He had been in the hospitality industry his whole career (21 years), initially managing pubs for the national chain, and then progressing on to various regional and head o...

The ever-growing TaxAssist Accountants network has expanded once more, with 240 franchisees around the UK. Paul Simpson (Market Harborough) and Mano Nagendram (Swansea Central) have recently joined TaxAssist Accountants after completing their training online, the fourth virtual initial training course that the Support Centre Team has delivered. Paul was originally looking for a part time business, but after attending a Discovery Day, he was so impressed with the entire TaxAssist Accountants...

The ever-growing TaxAssist Accountants network has expanded once more, with 240 franchisees around the UK.Paul Simpson (Market Harborough) and Mano Nagendram (Swansea Central) have recently joined TaxAssist Accountants after completing their training online, the fourth virtual initial training course that the Support Centre Team has delivered.Paul was originally looking for a part time business, but after attending a Discovery Day, he was so impressed with the entire TaxAssist Accountants set up...