In this LinkedIn Live session, our host dives into the world of business and entrepreneurship with the inspiring Samantha Acton, founder of the Domestic Angels cleaning franchise, and the dynamic Liz Povey and Clare Waldron, proud franchisees.
Samantha sheds light on how Domestic Angels isn’t just about keeping spaces sparkling; it’s a gateway to running a successful business, complete with all the essential tools and mentorship franchisees need to shine.
Liz and Clare share their journeys of joining the franchise, painting a picture of the incredible work-life balance it offers, proving that you can have your cake and eat it, too, when it comes to managing your business and personal life.
The conversation explores the nuances of starting a business from scratch versus buying a franchise. It also explores the importance of building a solid team—the backbone of any thriving business.
But it’s not all work and no play; Samantha, Liz and Clare also reveal their strategies for growing their businesses while emphasising the crucial role of taking time off because even the most dedicated entrepreneurs need to recharge their batteries!
Join us in this enlightening live session as we uncover the secrets to successful entrepreneurship, the franchise way. It’s a masterclass in balancing ambition with well-being and a testament to the power of a supportive business network.
Have you enjoyed this conversation? Then check out this LinkedIn Live replay with Samantha, in which she divulges the secrets to franchise success.
Timestamps
The franchise concept and business in a box (00:00:58)
Samantha explains what the Domestic Angels franchise is, how it helps people in their homes, and how it provides a business in a box for franchisees.
The benefits of business ownership and flexibility (00:03:15)
Samantha discusses why she started Domestic Angels, the need for flexibility and income, and the importance of having ownership of her own time.
The impact of joining Domestic Angels as a franchisee (00:06:19)
Liz shares her experience of joining Domestic Angels, how it solved her childcare and work-life balance challenges, and the positive impact it had on her and her daughter’s life.
Starting a Business in a Box vs Starting from Scratch (00:11:16)
Discussion about the differences between launching a business from scratch and starting a franchise, including the support and established brand that comes with a franchise.
A Typical Day as a Domestic Angels Franchisee (00:14:00)
Description of a typical day as a franchisee, including tasks such as meetings, emails, client visits, and team management.
Word of Mouth Marketing (00:17:47)
Explanation of how Clare and Liz have built their businesses through word-of-mouth referrals and their local community network.
The typical day or typical week (00:18:44)
The speakers discuss the variation in their daily and weekly schedules, including checking emails, handling admin tasks, and balancing cleaning and administrative duties.
Tips for growing the business (00:20:53)
Clare and Liz share tips for growing their cleaning businesses, including utilising Facebook and local community groups, contacting agencies for holiday homes and retirement homes, and relying on word-of-mouth recommendations.
The importance of support and weekly meetings (00:25:07)
The speakers emphasise the value of having support from fellow franchise owners and the benefits of weekly meetings, where they can discuss challenges and find immediate solutions. They also mention the fear of starting a new business but highlight the potential rewards.
Taking Holiday (00:27:22)
Discussion about the importance of taking a holiday and finding the right time to do so, with insights from Liz Povey.
Trusting a Supervisor (00:28:18)
The speakers talk about their journey of finding a supervisor she trusts and how they manage things when she goes on holiday.
Covering for Absences (00:29:25)
Details on how supervisors can take over responsibilities, including managing schedules, answering phones, and accessing client information remotely so you can switch off when on holiday.
Show Notes
Find out more about running your own Domestic Angels cleaning franchise here.
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