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Lunch and Learn: How to franchise your business

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Paula covers why you might consider franchising your business, how to prepare your business for franchising and common pitfalls to avoid.

Paula is the founder of On The Spot Accountants where she uses jargon-free explanations to help you understand your finances and grow your business successfully.

How to franchise your business

I’ve had the privilege of working in our fashion industry for 25 years. In that time, I’ve seen the good and bad; the scaling and the failing. The connection between product excellence, ethical development, and a flourishing independent brand, is vital.
For the last 14 years under my business Source Lingerie, I have single-handedly designed, developed and manufactured thousands of products for my cherished, small independent brands.
What I learned quickly, was many founders felt held back by the complexity of developing their product ideas. The constant trial and error can slow the pace of results and push out that all important launch date, indefinitely. This kills confidence, eats away at the finances and motivation stalls to carry on.
So I coach founders in how to tackle the process clearly and responsibly to put the joy into the journey. Giving you the tools and support to build the successful brand business you dream of.
If you need support with your brand goals, product development or growth plans, get in touch and let&apos;s chat.
Some of the aspects I cover with my clients:
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<li>Advice on Product strategy to launch or optimising existing range plans</li>
<li>Implement supply chains pathways and supporting clients through the process</li>
<li>Consulting on product and material development including Tech Pack, BOM’s, price structures and Critical Path management</li>
<li>Provide a clear product development road map that is easy to follow and time efficient.</li>
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Fashion Brand Consultant and Underwear Specialist

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Discover how to build a solid working relationship with your product manufacturers.

I am on a mission to level out the international playing field for ESL entrepreneurs by developing their marketing communications in English and helping them build global brands. I CAN HELP YOU IF: ?? You&apos;re a non-native English-speaking business owner (with or without a team) who wants to sell services internationally. ?? You&apos;re a non-native English-speaking business owner (with or without a team) who wants to sell services to a specific English-speaking market. WHAT YOU&apos;LL GET: ?? Get visible and credible in the international market and build meaningful relationships with English-speaking audiences. ?? Stand out globally in your niche and be recognised as a go-to expert in your field to attract international speaking opportunities as well as English-speaking clients. ?? We achieve this by helping you implement a variety of strategies that build your brand equity. WHAT IS BRAND EQUITY AND WHY SHOULD YOU CARE: Brand equity represents the power of a brand - that&apos;s what allows T-shirts with certain logos to cost 10 times more than others, for example. WHY CHOOSE ME: ?? I&apos;ve helped service-based businesses from 18 countries build brands that attract and engage English-speaking international audiences. ?? My methods are based on the brand equity framework developed by the father of branding, David Aaker in 1990, which has been used by millions of businesses to build strong brands. ?? I&apos;ve been recognised for my contribution to the field of marketing and advertising by Marketing 2.0 - the Global Gathering of Brand Builders and Marketers - with an Outstanding Leadership Award. ?? I graduated top of my class with Distinction from my MSc in International Marketing, and my dissertation on brand equity building for services was one of the strongest research pieces of the year. ?? I am a guest lecturer in Strategic Brand Management at Edinburgh Napier University and a trusted brand strategy guest expert at the Business Gateway, the largest organisation supporting start-ups in the UK. ?? I am a business owner and the brand manager of my company that markets internationally. ?? I have lived in 7 different countries, so I have a great understanding of intercultural communication. GET IN TOUCH: Currently, only EN-ABLE provides brand strategy consulting specifically for non-native English speakers who want to attract English-speaking clients and operate internationally. Want to create a global impact and be paid generously for it? Send me a message to get started!

Award-Winning Brand Strategist and Co-Founder

Entrepreneurs who speak English as a second language 

Boost your engagement with English-speaking audiences to increase revenue and drive business growth.



Meena: Founder of talonX - Empowering SME Businesses through Strategic HR Solutions
I founded talonX with the purpose of offering more than just the traditional HR consultancy services. My goal was to provide big company HR services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on agility, excellence, and a partnership-driven approach. Essentially, I wanted to create an HR function that understands your business without the need to hire a full-time HR resource.
With over 20 years of experience working in senior positions within professional services and the tech sector, I offer operational, tactical, and strategic HR experience, underpinned with excellent employment law knowledge. I can help businesses navigate and avoid complex legal issues.
I help SMEs build solid foundations from which to grow, helping them to attract, retain, and develop their people to become sustainable, revenue-driven businesses.
As a Fractional HR Director, I provide my clients with the expertise and insight of a seasoned HR professional scaled to meet small and medium-sized businesses&apos; unique needs. This model ensures cost-effectiveness and aligns HR strategies directly with business goals and visions.
Translating Strategy into Action:
My approach to offering HR consultancy is to add value to my clients. As an accredited OKR Coach, I bridge the gap between strategic vision and operational excellence. I help organisations decode their long-term objectives into actionable, measurable goals, ensuring a cohesive and focused approach to the strategic objectives of the business.

Founder

Human Resources for SMEs

Human resources for SMEs. From on-demand to retained and fractional services. Helping growing businesses set up a solid foundation to facilitate growth. OKR coaching to help your business translate strategy into action. talonX will ensure your business has the right policies and processes in place to ensure governance, compliance and growth. Whether you need a contract of employment, building talent management programmes aligned to your business objectives, or a cost-effective, scalable HR Solut

Registered as a member of the Institute of Accounting and Bookkeepers (IAB) I am a highly motivated and enthusiastic BSc (Honours) Accounting and Finance graduate seeking to harness opportunity from the technical, analytical, organisational and communication skills developed through academia and commercial work experiences. Thrives on working in complex environments and performing to an exceptional standard independently and as part of teams to complete tasks according to deadlines.
I am licensed by the IAB as an accountancy practice and supervised under Anti Money Laundering (AML) regulations.

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* Solid accountancy and bookkeeping knowledge gained through academia and a passionate interest in accountancy.
* Strong teamwork, communication, leadership, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
* Working on projects through full project lifecycles following industry standards and best practices.
* Natural aptitude for performing calculations, undertaking detailed analysis and leading on problem solving.
* Rational and logical approach to problem-solving – Excellent analytical and research skills.
* Proficient in the use of software packages including the Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Xero, FreeAgent.
* Ability to communicate clearly with customers, team members and senior management to build excellent relationships.
* Good team player with an abundance of personal energy, passion and drive.

Senior Accountant

Mark Knight

Registered as a member of the Institute of Accounting and Bookkeepers (IAB) I am a highly motivated and enthusiastic BSc (Honours) Accounting and Finance graduate seeking to harness opportunity from the technical, analytical, organisational and communication skills developed through academia and commercial work experiences. Thrives on working in complex environments and performing to an exceptional standard independently and as part of teams to complete tasks according to deadlines.
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