Owning any business is no walk in the park. There are ups and downs that any business owner has to be prepared to deal with. Being a business owner requires dedication, intention, and stamina. Being a franchise owner is a unique role. Whether you want to be fully involved in the franchise’s daily operations or more hands-off, there is an option for any business owner, but it may take time to get there. Here, we’ll look at some of the required traits of a franchise owner and explore whether or not you can keep a full-time job as a franchisee.  Franchise Owner Traits Franchise owners differ ..read more

Owning a salon franchise is an excellent idea for business people with experience in any industry. Not only do salons offer a service that’s nearly universally needed, but franchise owners also don’t need any prior experience in the haircare industry. Franchises like Fantastic Sams offer a scalable franchise opportunity for new or experienced business owners from any industry. As a salon franchise owner with Fantastic Sams, you don’t have to be involved in daily operations, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to add a new revenue stream without giving up their day job. So, what sh ..read more

Deciding to open a franchise can be an exciting time in any current or prospective business owner’s career. But as with any endeavor, it’s smart to set out some realistic and achievable goals when you begin your search and ultimately your decision. Opening a franchise is a little different than starting an independent business, but that doesn’t mean that you can forget about planning right from day one. You’ll have a network of support from the start when it comes to owning a franchise, but the onus of success still lies on your shoulders as the franchisee. That means that you have to choose t ..read more

Many people dream of owning their own business and throwing off the weight of working for someone else. One thing aspiring entrepreneurs have to decide is whether they want to go it alone or buy a franchise. While both can have their own unique benefits and drawbacks, only one is the right choice for you. Doing research and weighing the pros and cons of each can lead you to determining whether you should strike out on your own or buy into a successful franchise. Let’s look at and explore both options. First, we’ll start simple: what is a franchise and what is a startup?  Start-Ups Simply ..read more

Maybe you’ve been dreaming of owning your own business for a long time or maybe you’re looking at it as a good investment opportunity. In either scenario, owning a franchise could be the perfect fit. But what qualities should a successful franchisee possess? There are many facets to owning a business and researching them before you become a franchise owner is key. One those facets is who you are as a person and professional. Do you have what it takes to own a business and/or franchise? Let’s take a look. Leadership Successful business owners are leaders. Owning a business means that you have t ..read more

Why Franchises Are a Smart Investment Even with the recent pandemic, the hair care industry is on track for substantial growth over the next decade. Prior to the pandemic, the market size was valued at nearly $20 billion and since restrictions have been lifted, it is continuing the growth trend. With unprecedented growth on the horizon, now is the perfect time to invest in the hair care industry. Franchises, like Fantastic Sams, offer an excellent opportunity for anyone to own a business and reap the benefits. Fantastic Sams franchise owners don’t need to know anything about hair to run a succ ..read more

The Salon Brand Receives Positive Reviews from Salon Employees Fantastic Sams is proud to announce its spot on the Forbes list of America’s Best Mid-Sized Employers in 2021. The salon franchise is ranked number 68 on the list of 500 companies. Forbes partnered with research firm Statista to survey 50,000 Americans who work for businesses with 1,000 or more employees. Participants were asked about their willingness to recommend their employer to friends or family members and were also asked to nominate companies on their own. “This is an amazing honor for the network because it comes from peopl ..read more

ONGOING TRAINING FROM EXPERIENCED OPERATORS Fantastic Sams offers our franchisees extraordinary field support. Many members of our support team have 20-plus years as successful managers and owners themselves, so they understand what it means to learn a business from the ground up. We provide educational training to our stylists three times a year to make sure they stay at the forefront of hair care. Fantastic Sams is a state-of-the art salon offering a full array of services and products, and we provide our franchisees with as much guidance and support as possible. That made a difference to M ..read more

EXPERTS SEE A PROMISING FUTURE FOR SALON AND HAIRCUT FRANCHISES The beauty industry is a $75 billion business. The services Fantastic Sams provides cannot be replaced by technology, streamed through the internet or outsourced to another country. That’s one of many great reasons to invest in our haircut franchise. “Our salons are all very stable,” says Marilyn Tokatly, a franchisee with six salons in California. “We have an excellent staff that pretty much runs the show. Fantastic Sams has excellent training. I took all my managers through the management certification program, so they know eve ..read more

OUR BEAUTY FRANCHISE OFFERS TOP-NOTCH EDUCATION AND A CHANCE TO UPSELL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES Working as a stylist at Fantastic Sams has its perks. Because we’re a beauty franchise that is suitable for the whole family and offers a full menu of salon services and products, stylists have an opportunity at every appointment to upsell and earn extra commission and bigger tips. And every franchise owner, thanks to our flat-fee royalty system, has an opportunity to increase their bottom line as well. “The stylists can make a pretty good wage,” says Rick Tonet, a Pittsburgh franchisee with three sal ..read more