Ten traits every potential franchisee should possess

Running a franchise like Tint World®, a leader in window tinting, aftermarket accessories and vehicle maintenance takes an investment of money, but also hard work and grit. While all that effort can pay off, it requires dedication and distinct personality and business types.

Think you have what it takes? Here are 10 traits and abilities a successful franchisee must possess:

1. Reliability. A franchise is entrusting you with developing, promoting and representing a brand that has taken years of effort to cultivate.
2. Financial literacy. It takes time to build revenue – and profits – and you need to have the business and financial acumen to track cash flow and manage expenses.
3. Leadership ability. As a franchisee you will be responsible for assembling and leading a team to meet your franchise goals. You need to be both personable, responsive and tough.
4. Be results-driven. Don’t mistake motion for progress. You’ll need to keep your eyes on the prize as you put in long hours alongside your team.
5. Optimism. Don’t view obstacles as obstructions. View them as challenges. Negativity will wash off on your team.
6. Resiliency. There are good days and bad days, especially as you build your business. You need to bounce back from a bad day or bad experiences, and be prepared to do it often.
7. Composure. To paraphrase the old saying, you need to keep your wits about you when others are losing their’s. The life of a franchisee is inherently stressful. Be cool.
8. Personability. You must be a “people person.” You must interact with multiple people on any given day, be they employees or customers.
9. Creativity. You need to exhibit an ability to think outside the box and consider and tolerate alternative paths to success.
10. Caution. While opening and operating any business has its share of gambles, you need to proceed with caution lest liability or poor money management catch up with you.

So, do you still think you have what it takes? Visit our franchise website for more information on becoming a Tint World® franchisee, or call 888-944-8468.