Revive! Franchise

From employee to High Flyer!

21st February 2008

Dan Normanton is an excellent example of the success of Team Revive! beginning his progress in the company as an employee of a the local Manchester franchise before taking on his own franchise in 2007. Dan quickly developed solid customers and was even ready to expand his business taking on his first employee after 3 months.

From Employee......

"At the time I met Dave (Revive! Manchester) I had 5 years experience as a motorcycle mechanic and was involved in restoring vehicles. I met Dave through friends and loved the idea of working with cars in this format. Initially I enjoyed the freedom and responsibility of working in the van and after a few years I realised that I would enjoy doing this for myself. "

......To franchisee

"The real motivation for taking on my own business came with having a baby last year. My wife and I felt it was time to take the step to be in control of our destiny and earn the money that we needed to.

Even though I had 5 years experience there was still a great deal of apprehension in taking on a business as neither my wife nor I had that type of business experience. I had learnt that I could do the day to day job but I really needed the help and guidance of Revive! to help organise the administration of the business."

What do you like most about the Revive! system?

"Even when I was an employee I loved the camaraderie of the Revive! network. While there are a number of franchisees who work for themselves there is very much a team ethos within the team and everyone is very prepared to dig in and help each other out. That is fantastic.

The UK head office also provide great support. While Nat, my wife, helps out with the paperwork, we really wouldn't cope without the back up and support of the office."

High Flying Franchisee?

"Its great to be in the position that we are with an employee on the road after such a short amount of time. This is down to the company that produces a strong business image. We are not a cheap and cheerful option for customers, instead we provide a high quality repair service something that is unusual in our sector.

This has allowed me to work hard, maintain my customers and develop the business with taking on an employee."

What the future holds.

"It is strange coming back to work after the Christmas break and the challenge of working for myself is still there. But I enjoy the challenge and can't wait to further develop the business in 2008. Our goal is to have a bigger house this year.

With continued commitment to the business and the support we get I really believe this is something we can do."

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Franchise Information

BFA Membership Status
Full

UK Years Established
7 years

Current UK Coverage
40%

Franchisee Support Staff
14

Personal Investment Req.
£10,000

Total Startup Cost
£30,000

'Territory management' business location

Business to consumer services

Franchisee operates individually

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