Franchisees dream of fridays at the golf course

Global contract cleaning company calls for entrepreneurs in search of a different work life

One of the main reasons why people are leaving employment to buy a franchise is the desire to have a balanced lifestyle, according to growing contract cleaning company, Jani-King GB Ltd.

Jani-King provides professional contract cleaning services to high street retail and leisure brands, hotels and manufacturing companies. The company operates a network of franchisees who are cleaning specialists and provide bespoke services in line with health and safety requirements.

Our franchisees, many of whom have held senior management positions before joining us, enjoy the flexible working environment that we are able to offer. To some of them, spending Fridays at the golf course and more time with their family has become a reality. Despite this, commitment and hard work are essential in building a business, but they have also proved that people need not work strictly from nine to five every day, five days a week, to enjoy a successful career. The key is to work smarter.

Since our establishment in the UK 15 years ago, Jani-King has grown rapidly to include franchisees across the country. Capitalising on our success in the UK, we are now expanding into parts of Europe. We welcome ambitious individuals who want to build a successful career and enjoy a balanced lifestyle.

Paul Haworth, Director of Jani-King GB Ltd

The UK Franchising marketing is an important part of the economy and is particularly influential in the areas of retailing, food and business-to-business services. The franchising sector grew strongly in 2005 and the industry's turnover was estimated at more than £10 billion 2005 and this represented an increase of 13.2% on the previous year.

Research has shown that franchising can be a safer option of starting one's own business given the backing and support of the franchisor.

Jani-King's head office staff work together with franchise business owners to help them to achieve their goals. They work to strengthen the foundations of the business by focusing on five key areas which are fundamental to all businesses: Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance and Human Resources.