Start spreadin’ the news. New York is a great place to start a franchise. If you’ve considered the path of franchise ownership in the Big Apple or anywhere in this great state, here are three reasons to jump in head first.
1. Collaboration is Easier
Let’s face it. There’s no shortage of places where you can network, mingle, and seek out mentors on your path to business ownership in New York. Still, all that advice can be overwhelming. Who do you listen to? Who do you ignore? What makes the most sense for your business?
There’s a lot of hustle in the Big Apple and throughout New York. Amidst all the noise, having a solid voice of reason and experience backing your business is a welcome sound. By collaborating with the corporate office, you’re able to get the type of direction you need to solidify your path of business ownership, without the confusing noise of advice givers and depressing sounds of nay-sayers. Tune all of that out and tune in to solid, sound guidance instead.
2. Better Chance of Survival
The cost of owning a business in New York is high. Rent, in particular, is known for being expensive. If you want to start a business, you need to know it’s going to succeed if you’re going to invest the kind of money it takes to plant your roots in your New York neighborhood.
That’s where franchise ownership comes into play.
Franchise owners are backed by proven systems and established brand names. You have the freedom of business ownership without the high risk that goes with starting a business. Thus, your chances of survival are better.
3. You Can Do What You Love and Still Make a Healthy Living
New York is home to corporate offices and big businesses. There are plenty of jobs that you can get working in this part of this great state. The question isn’t about finding employment as much as it is about finding employment you love and that pays the bills. After all, the cost of living is high in New York, so you need to make enough money to support your current lifestyle.Opening a franchise in New York can help you do just that. You get to choose which industry you operate in, so you get to choose a business you love. And, when you do something you love, you’re more likely to succeed.
Because you’re the business owner, you also get control over how much money you make. Pay has lagged behind U.S. job growth, according to the New York Times. Still, you don’t have to be a victim of this lagging wage increase. By getting the backing of a corporation paired with the passion you have for your new business, you have a better chance at making a healthy living.
Ready to Begin?
Starting a franchise in New York is an exciting endeavor – and a promising one too. If you’re ready to begin exploring what’s available to you, check out these franchises that are looking for franchisors in New York.
Susan Guillory is the President of Egg Marketing & Communications, a marketing firm specializing in content writing and social media management. She’s written three business books, including How to Get More Customers With Press Releases, and frequently blogs about small business and marketing on sites including Forbes, AllBusiness, The Marketing Eggspert Blog, and Tweak Your Biz. Follow her on Twitter @eggmarketing.