Snap-on’s new ‘Jump Start’ package is ideal for budding entrepreneurs

The man-in-a-van franchise’s newest package will be open to the entire country

The aptly named ‘Jump Start’ package will enable potential Snap-on Tools franchisees from all walks of life – and of all ages – to join the tool giant for less than half of the original startup costs. Coupled with an enhanced training and support programme, the low-cost, high-value franchise option is expected to meet the growing demand amongst millennials and first-time franchise owners alike.

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“We ran a special limited-time promotion in 2018 where we lowered the franchise fee for certain areas of the UK,” explains national franchise manager at Snap-on Tools, Lisa Law. “The uptake of that offer was overwhelming, and we received an influx of enquiries from people who had all the makings of great franchisees, but who, until that point, just hadn’t been able to raise the required startup funds. Many of those who joined us through the 2018 promotion have gone on to be top-performing franchisees in their first year.”

Law explains that there was a “real hunger” for the autonomy of business ownership, particularly amongst millennials, but financial barriers were preventing them from progressing. “We’ve spent the last six months working out how to bring this opportunity back to the market in a way which means every single person can potentially benefit, no matter where they are in the country. I’m incredibly proud that we’ve made this a reality,” she added.

The package is available across the UK, and the only condition applied to the new offering is that new recruits must be able to train and launch their franchise by 30th March, 2020.

“I’d been a Snap-on customer for years and had always been interested in the franchise opportunity, but it was the promotional price that encouraged me to finally decide to just go for it,” said Alex McNellan, who became a franchisee during the 2018 promotion. “I think it’s an incredible opportunity for people like me, who might be on the fence about investing in a franchise. It’s also a chance for younger people, or those without the necessary savings, to achieve their dream of being their own boss.

“For me, personally, it enticed me to pick up the phone. I know that the investment would have still been worth it, but I feel really lucky to have been in the right place at the right time so that I could take advantage of the offer.”

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