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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Business Round Table vs The Growth Coach including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $20,000 | $55,000 - $76,000 |
Franchise Fee | $20,000 | $39,900 - $45,900 |
Royalty Fee | 5-10% | 10%+ |
Advertising Fee | - | $200/mth |
Year Founded | 1991 | 2002 |
Year Franchised | 1998 | 2003 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 10 years |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 10 years |
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 | Yes/No | Yes/No |
Start-up Costs | No/No | No/No |
Equipment | No/No | No/No |
Inventory | No/No | No/No |
Receivables | No/No | No/No |
Payroll | No/No | No/No |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | Ongoing telephone training |
Support | Newsletter, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Field operations/evaluations | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet
All the right tools for success are yours! The Growth Coach gives you five great profit centers to help you quickly build your business. We'll give you everything you need to succeed -- proven systems, extensive training, unbeatable marketing and ongoing support. Strategic Workshops will be the heart and soul of your business and allow you to leverage your time and maximize income while coaching multiple clients at once. You'll also work one-on-one with clients in person, over the phone and via e-mail. Invaluable information and advice from other franchisees is at your fingertips through our interactive intranet and you will also benefit from our rapidly expanding National Accounts Network. |
Marketing | Ad slicks | Ad slicks |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. |
Franchise can be run from home.
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | No |
International Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Rick DesBrisay was a businessman in Moncton, New Brunswick, and a member of the Young Presidents' Organization (YPO), an international network of company presidents under 50 years of age. DesBrisay thought such an organization would be useful to Canadian small-business owners who weren't eligible for YPO membership (companies must have at least 50 employees and sales in the millions).
Business Round Table started in Moncton in 1991. At present, there are more than 125 members. There are 11 Business Round Table groups in Moncton and it is now operating in the greater Halifax area with Paul Roy. Under the guidance of John Schrempf, Business Round Table is now operating in Barrie, ON. Ram Sundar is the latest franchisee in Etobicoke, ON. There are 2 groups in Nova Scotia so far. Membership is open to experienced entrepreneurs (those who have a financial interest in a business for 5 or more years and are involved in the management of it).
Groups of 10 to 12 members meet once a month to discuss business problems and opportunities, then work together to solve problems and build more successful businesses. Franchisees in Canada and now in the United States act as facilitators and teachers for group members.
"Top 10 New Franchises" by Entrepreneur magazine "Top 75 Hottest Business" by Start Your Own Business magazine Business Coaching is in Huge Demand! Small business owners need business coaching in good economic times and bad. Learn to facilitate our proven coaching process and help your clients gain clarity, set goals, achieve success and balance in their personal lives. This is an extremely rewarding and potentially very profitable business where Coaches share their business experience and enjoy a flexible lifestyle helping others. With low-overhead and high margins, this recession-resistant business can be run out of your home or a small office. No travel! The Growth Coach advantages: Powerful, proven marketing program Exclusive territory Low start-up costs with no overhead No travel! Access to our National Accounts Network Operate from home or small office On-going operational support Recession-resistant Huge profit margins Cash business with no account receivables In-house financing available 5-day, onsite training Interactive intranet Local and national public relations Regional and national meetings Record of Success With more than 25 years of franchising expertise, our CEO has developed numerous National Franchise Systems, most having been ranked #1 in their respective fields. Combined, these companies have awarded more than 3,000 franchises worldwide.