Opening a Boutique Franchise vs. Independent Ownership and Why You Should Choose Big Frog

If you’ve heard the industry is booming and you’re considering owning your own custom apparel business, you heard correctly. Joining the industry is a smart investment choice, but choosing between independent ownership or starting a boutique franchise is another decision you should make after hearing all the facts.

Going at It Alone or Joining Big Frog’s Boutique Franchise Opportunities

Business ownership is an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs with a knack for working with people. And one of the qualities of a great leader is doing what’s best for the people that you’re responsible for – your team. But when you have a team to take care of, who takes care of you? When you invest in a Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More store, you’re franchising for yourself, not by yourself. Here’s a closer look:

1) Have a Team Behind You

Independent business ownership means control over the business, but that also means if anything goes wrong, you’re also facing the risk alone. When you work with a  franchisor, you’ll never be alone in your business journey – we’re here to guide you every step of the way to help you hit the ground running.

We offer comprehensive training in all our procedures and operations, as well as ongoing support if you get stuck along the way. Another perk of franchising with us is that you get access to expert marketing resources and the chance to join a professional network of successful franchise owners that you can learn from.

2) Make a Strong Start with a Proven Business Model

When you invest in a Big Frog franchise, you’re not just starting a business; you’re joining a well-established network with a proven business model. Over the years, we have meticulously fine-tuned our business model, ensuring that every aspect of our operation is efficient, effective, and tailored for success.

When you open a Big Frog franchise, you’re not just starting a business; you’re plugging into a well-oiled machine that has been optimized for profitability. You won’t have to worry about reinventing the wheel – we’ll provide you with the blueprint for success.

3) Plan Ahead with a Transparent Fee Structure

Having enough capital to start a business is crucial to get the right start. But, a good business person knows that having a backup for any unexpected challenges is just as important. And a smart business person also knows that if that day comes, they must be prepared to handle the load alone.

When you open a boutique franchise with Big Frog, you get to benefit from more than just a strong start. We’re completely transparent about our investment cost, and what’s more, you’ll have access to plenty of successful franchisees who’ll be able to advise you on what to look out for and how to be successful, too. Another benefit of our upfront fee structure and access to expert support is that you can plan ahead.

How to Open Your Own Big Frog Store

We’re not just here to get you to sign a franchise agreement. At Big Frog, we’re all about the team, and that means we’ll support you every step of the way during your journey as a franchisee. But more than that, we’ll be completely transparent during our initial discussions before you even agree to join the team. We want you to enjoy every part of your journey of business ownership, and that means preparing you with everything you need to know. Here’s how to get started:

1) Express Your Interest

Reach out to us directly by selecting the “get started” button on our web page, and one of our friendly franchise support staff will get back to you within 48 hours. We’re always on the lookout for passionate business professionals eager to join our network.

2) Brand Review Phone Call

When we call you back, it’ll give us both the opportunity to learn more about each other and determine if we can work well together. During this call, you’re free to ask us anything you want to know about operating a Big Frog franchise. We’ll talk about the Big Frog brand and what you can expect if you join our Franchise Family.

3) Receive and Review our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)

After our call, we’ll send you a copy of our FDD, which provides important information about the franchise opportunity. It’s essential to review this document closely to make sure you understand the business you’re looking to enter. We will schedule a call to walk you through the highlights of the document. We do then recommend you consult with a franchise professional advisor for added clarity because we want you to be confident in your decision to join us.

4) Learn About Financing & Funding Opportunities

We’ll introduce you to our lending partners where you can learn about SBA Loans or 401k Rollovers. They will help you find the right way to invest in your Big Frog store. Equipment and fixture financing is also available.

5) Hear from Other Franchisees

It’s important to have all the information before you make any final decisions. The best way to learn is from current franchise owners. With our  pre-scheduled weekly calls, it’s easy to hop on and learn directly from our Big Frog owners. You will also have an opportunity to chat one-on-one with our CEO, Tina Bacon-DeFrece, to have any questions answered about the vision and future of the company.

6) Visit the Pond & Meet the Team

If both parties agree to continue with the pre-signing process, you’ll be invited to visit our headquarters in Florida. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to tour the facility, meet our founders, and gain a deeper understanding of the brand. After our in-person meeting, if you and our franchise team decide to move forward, you’ll sign our franchise agreement and become a proud owner of a Big Frog store!

Contact us today and speak to our friendly franchise team to learn more about how to join the Big Frog franchise family.