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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Zen Massage Franchising, Inc. vs Massage Addict including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $130,325 - $248,783 | $100,000 - And Up |
Franchise Fee | $32,000 | $39,000 |
Royalty Fee | 5% | - |
Advertising Fee | 1% | - |
Year Founded | 2005 | 2008 |
Year Franchised | 2006 | 2008 |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/No | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - Five day comprehensive classroom and on-the-job training program utilizing customized Training Manual. - Two to three days hands-on-training at your center when you are ready to open. - Exclusive use of our proprietary Operations Manual. - Exclusive use of our customized Scheduling and Payroll software program. | *Franchisee training for up to 3 people *"Hands-on" training at an active location *On-site training at your facility (first week) *Use of confidential training and reference manuals *Formal instruction for all administrative, operational and sales/marketing procedures |
Support | Start Up Support - Demographic study and direction in selecting your center site in conjunction with our Site Location Guidebook. - Color-coded Store Opening Manual that assists you in the location opening process. - Assistance in center layout and design. - Assistance in recruiting Licensed Massage Therapists. - Guidance in hiring, staffing and training administrative personnel. - Assistance with organizing your Grand Opening, including media and advertising purchasing, along with other marketing assistance found in our Marketing and Advertising Manual. Ongoing Support - Telephone consultations with our franchisee support team. - Internet Technology support. - Scheduled visits from Field Support Representatives. - Meetings, teleconferences and workshops designed to keep you informed and ahead of market trends. | *Site selection analysis *Design and layout guidelines for your clinic *Advertising and marketing plan and materials for your grand opening *Training material for staff members *Procedural enhancements and updates *Consultation with head office staff and regional developers *Scheduled visits from head office support representatives *New products and services development *Ongoing training, meetings and workshops |
Marketing | - Use of Zen Massage® name, logos and trademarks. - Use of Millennium software specifically written to assist you in running an efficient massage therapy business. - Access to proprietary and proven systems and techniques designed to enhance your franchise location. - Pre-negotiated and discounted vendor rates offered to Zen Massage® franchisees. - A well-managed website that will promote your Zen Massage® at an easy to find web address that will post your address, phone number, hours of operation and directions, as well as available services, pricing, links, online sales and a franchisee portal. | *Use of the Massage Addict name & logo *Use of our web based software and website *Access to confidential systems, processes and procedures *Use of confidential operations manual *Use of our radio, television and marketing materials *Negotiated pricing on equipment and supplies |
Operations | A Zen Massage Center is best operated with the owner on site as much as possible. While we do not require our franchisees to work full-time in their Center, the responsibility generally requires a full-time commitment. | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | - | Yes |
International Expansion | - | - |
For many people, the dream of owning their own business is just that - a dream. But it doesn’t need to be.
With a Zen Massage® franchise you can turn your dream into a reality and be your own boss, create a new career and begin enjoying the many benefits of business ownership.
As a Zen Massage® franchisee you will carry little inventory, invest a reasonable amount of money and be the first in many cases in your market with the concept that everyone is talking about.
Zen Massage® currently has 14 locations in 6 states.