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From Playdates to Profits: Kristy and Suzanne’s Journey to Business Success

  • 13th June 2024
  • Investing in Women
  • 3 mins read
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Have you ever wondered if you could go into business with your best friend? Then you won’t want to miss this week’s LinkedIn Live Replay, where we chat with Kristy Roff and Suzanne Evett, who, after meeting at a baby class, decided to go into business together and run a successful franchise.  If you’ve ever wondered about how to make the leap from parent to entrepreneur, thought about running your own franchise, or wondered if you really could set up a business with your friend, then this LinkedIn Live episode, brought to you by the Investing in Women job board, is tailor-made for you!

What You’ll Discover in This LinkedIn Live Replay:

– From Playdates to Paychecks: Hear how Kristy and Suzanne turned their new-mum meetups into a thriving business partnership. They’ll share the personal and professional shifts that led them from parenting classes to co-founding a successful franchise.

– Perfect Partnership: Explore how they split their roles according to their strengths. Kristy’s knack for networking and business development complements Suzanne’s operational wizardry. Their complementary skill set is their secret sauce for business success.

– Choosing a Franchise Over Fresh Start: Dive into why buying into a franchise with Get Ahead was a game-changer for them. Kristy and Suzanne will discuss the benefits of stepping into an established brand with existing support systems and how this choice was pivotal in scaling their business quickly and effectively.

– Flexibility First: Learn how flexibility forms the core of their business ethos, influencing their personal lives and business model. This approach has attracted a team and clients who value work-life balance as much as they do.

– Navigating Growth and Setbacks: Kristy and Suzanne get real and hold NOTHING back. They’ll open up about the hurdles they’ve faced, from navigating economic downturns to scaling their operations, and share their key strategies for overcoming these challenges.

Why This Episode Is a Must: Whether you’re a parent thinking about a post-kids career or curious about the franchise route, this episode promises to be packed with insights, inspiration, and practical advice from two women who’ve walked the path.

Enjoyed this episode? Then, discover why a franchise is perfect for those wanting a flexible and rewarding career in this LinkedIn Live replay.