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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Link Staffing Services vs Career Agents Network including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $112,500 - $199,000 | $29,900 - And Up |
Franchise Fee | $35,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | Varies | 0 |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1980 | - |
Year Franchised | 1994 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | Sales skills, management, B2B understanding, marketing and business operations experience | Solid business experience, management or sales ability, a burning desire to succeed, and a willingness to follow the Career Agents Network system. Our most successful Members have had various business experiences which they have applied to recruiting and staffing. |
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 | Yes/No | -/- |
Payroll | Yes/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | 10 week initial on-board training | Our training objective is to get you up to speed and earning money as quickly as possible, and we've had many years of experience perfecting the process. To that end, we will provide you with a combination of face-to-face onsite training, online remote training, daily coaching calls, special training events, and regular conferences. *2 days of intensive onsite, start-up training at our corporate headquarters *Advanced hands-on training at our office, working right alongside experienced recruiters on our staff *New Agents may bring one guest -- either a business associate or spouse -- through onsite training at our Headquarters for no additional charge |
Support | We have Franchise Field Managers that will be assigned to new franchisees as they come on board | - |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising | - |
Operations |
27% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | - |
Link Staffing was formed in 1980 as an industrial only staffing agency. Since then we have expanded our business to serve retail, administrative, call center, hospitality and professional services. We pride ourselves in having a rich history of client satisfaction, loyalty, and franchising success. The first LINK franchise opened in 1994 and Link Staffing now boasts 44 locations nationwide. Our record of quality and growth can best be chronicled by the decisions we've made to:
* Establish a set of core values that guide our actions as a company
* Design and implement a strong Risk Management and Safety program.
* Creating a "LINK family" culture that binds the support center staff with our franchisees.
* Develop an industry leading proprietary software system that provides our franchisees with the most thorough screening tools needed to get the job done right!
At Link Staffing Our Franchisees Matter
From the start LINK is there to help you start achieving success. LINK supports our franchisees by:
* Assistance in Selecting the Best Location
- Utilizing LINK's proven site location criteria's, we can guide you in locating the best site your new business will need to service your clients efficiently.
*Training - The goal of LINK's franchise training is to help you grow your business: to help you build relationships, recruit effectively, sell powerfully and manage your office efficiently. LINK's training is not a one-size-fits-all program. Each franchisee is assigned a dedicated Franchise Support Manager to help put your sales, recruiting and professional development training into practical application. The level and type of franchise training you receive will depend on your particular skills and capabilities. Whatever your strengths or weaknesses are, your Franchise Support Manager will make sure you have the right tools and the additional training you'll need to be SUCCESSFUL!
* Recruiting - Effective recruiting is a crucial component to our success. The marketing team provides valuable assistance for new franchise owners and existing franchisees that need guidance in developing recruiting materials and finding the best messaging channels.
* Helping franchisees with their local marketing efforts
- Our marketing team can support our franchisees with creating email templates, flyer design help or help you create a custom campaign; whatever the need, our experienced franchise marketing support team is there to help.
Be The "I" In LINK
We're looking for talented new franchise owners who can work within a franchise model, who are skilled problem solvers, resourceful, outgoing and have sales, marketing, and/or management experience, and who are results oriented. A person who can build relationships, lead a team, and who has the integrity and motivation to excel!
Link Staffing Services is a strong, proven franchising concept. From our culture to our operations, Link provides our franchisees with the foundation to run their business successfully!
* Link Staffing Services provides 100% funding of the payroll to our franchisees
* Accounting, Credit & Collections, Marketing, IT, and Systems Support
* Full Learning Center for Training that includes up to five weeks of operations and sales training at headquarters and in the field
* Industry Leading Proprietary Software system and tools for screening and operations management
* 30+ years of staffing experience and best practices
Financial Requirements:
- $25,000 franchise fee
- $10,000 training deposit
- $80,000 recommended liquid availability
THIS IS NOT A FRANCHISE THIS IS A BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Unemployment is big news. But it dominates the headlines so much that employment shortages in fast-growing industries go unreported. Industries such as medical, health IT, renewable energy, credit/collections, software development, and others are booming. All require individuals with very specific skills, education, and experience. While their skills are in demand, these sought after candidates are not employment professionals. They don't have the skills, time, or inclination to methodically investigate and locate the perfect position for them. They need a personal "Career Agent" capable of looking out for their best interests. You can render this type of service, representing in-demand candidates as their Career Agent and receiving fees of $15,000 to $40,000 each time you make a placement. One $15,000 placement per month is a respectable $180,000 per year, good income for being the eyes, ears, and voice of America's high-demand professionals. As a Career Agents Network Member you will gain the working knowledge you need quickly. You will have tremendous advantages over traditional recruiters who lack the infrastructure, support, and systems to learn a new industry thoroughly and quickly. As a Career Agent you receive the knowledge and tools needed to locate perfect positions and make ideal matches. You can be that kind of sought-after Agent � commanding fees of $15,000 to even $40,000 per placement! And as a Career Agent, you'll be able to represent candidates and employers in other high-growth industries, then share the fee with another Member when they place your candidate.