{"id":20038,"date":"2023-09-28T15:17:18","date_gmt":"2023-09-28T14:17:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/?p=20038"},"modified":"2023-11-20T13:08:23","modified_gmt":"2023-11-20T13:08:23","slug":"empowerment-in-entrepreneurship-finding-balance-while-breaking-barriers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/empowerment-in-entrepreneurship-finding-balance-while-breaking-barriers\/","title":{"rendered":"Empowerment in entrepreneurship: finding balance while breaking barriers"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 4<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

Lucy Goffin had long searched for a role that would give her independence, flexibility and, most importantly, success. But it was only when she was offered the chance to take the next step towards securing a career in the police force that she realised that the path she was on wouldn\u2019t quite tick those vital boxes.<\/p>\n

At a crossroads in her career, Lucy started exploring the idea of franchising, and upon discovering Kitchen Makeovers \u2013 a brand with unlimited earning potential in an environment that offered full autonomy and control \u2013 she knew she\u2019d found the perfect opportunity.<\/p>\n

Now, just over a year after launching Kitchen Makeovers Portsmouth, Lucy has found incredible success, turning over \u00a3250,000 in her first year as a franchisee while leading the charge for encouraging more women in the franchise and home renovations industry.<\/p>\n

By launching her own franchise, Lucy has been able to spend more time with her young family, as well as put a structure in place that helps her with a recent attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis.<\/p>\n

Empowered by running her business, Lucy continues to grow both professionally and personally. Her success isn\u2019t just in the financial milestones she\u2019s achieved but also in the balance she\u2019s been able to maintain between her work and personal life. The once-daunting idea of entrepreneurship has transformed Lucy into a highly successful business owner with huge potential.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m really glad I found Kitchen Makeovers,\u201d said Lucy. \u201cIt was a tough decision turning down the security of a career in the police force, but I can now say it feels like the best decision I\u2019ve ever made. The work-life balance as a franchisee has been brilliant. I\u2019ve got the flexibility that I\u2019ve always wanted, and I\u2019m having so much fun operating such a trailblazing business in a really exciting sector.<\/p>\n

With home renovations being a traditionally male-dominated industry, I was a little hesitant before I started, but I\u2019ve had no issues at all and, in fact, feel incredibly empowered by the success I\u2019ve found – I\u2019ve gained so much from running my own business, and not just financially!<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve shown in just my first year as a franchisee that if you believe in yourself, you will be successful. I really want to encourage more women to get started in business. It\u2019s been an inspiring experience for me so far, and I believe, by operating in such a supportive and innovative space, anyone can make a success out of being a Kitchen Makeovers franchisee.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Founded in 2018, Kitchen Makeovers introduced the UK to the future of kitchen renovations. As one of the home improvement sector\u2019s most innovative franchise brands, Kitchen Makeovers has established itself as an exciting, highly profitable opportunity through identifying and leveraging a gap in the market.<\/p>\n

This trailblazing approach, evolving with the demands of the sector, is helping franchisees provide customers with a long-awaited, modern, cost-effective and sustainable service up and down the country, breathing new life into the heart of their homes.<\/p>\n

\u201cI conducted thorough research on franchising before I chose Kitchen Makeovers. There was no other brand out there that felt as exciting or professional. The marketing, the website, the ongoing support or even the evidence of such widespread success – there wasn\u2019t anything quite like it, so it really stood out for me from the beginning.<\/p>\n

I didn\u2019t have any kitchen renovation experience, but I\u2019d worked in sales before, so I knew I had a transferrable skillset. Thanks to the in-depth, easily digestible training on top of support from head office, I\u2019ve settled into the role quickly, and the results speak for themselves.\u201d<\/p>\n

Kitchen Makeovers attracts both first-time franchisees and seasoned entrepreneurs looking to move with the times, thanks to an impressive infrastructure designed for scalability and a revitalised approach to customer experience in the home improvement sector.<\/p>\n

Franchisees are encouraged to fully exploit the success they can achieve within their territories by building a local network of expert tradespeople. Kitchen Makeovers’ approach of championing exceptional customer service is continuing to reap rewards in a sector that has traditionally delivered below-par customer experience. Through recurring income streams, low overheads, an impressive scope for growth and ongoing development, the opportunity for franchisees is huge.<\/p>\n

\u201cOperating in such a secure and supportive space has helped me rediscover my love of working hard and reaping the benefits – franchising has been so beneficial for my life in so many ways. Having recently been diagnosed with ADHD, I\u2019ve realised that traditional 9 to 5 jobs can be really tricky to manage. But by being my own boss, I can structure my days how I want to without the worry of falling behind or making sacrifices.<\/p>\n

With a busy, young family, being a Kitchen Makeovers franchisee has enabled me to continue being a mother and wife while equally helping me to rapidly progress in my career.<\/p>\n

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\u201cAside from the professional element, I\u2019m now getting to spend more time with my family than ever. Honestly, what\u2019s not to love?!\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

On track to welcome 40 franchisees by the end of 2024, sophisticated branding, systems, operations and processes have established Kitchen Makeovers as a leading voice in a market which, before the brand\u2019s inception, was crying out for a cost-effective, fuss-free service provider. This has seen the franchise receive over 500 glistening five-star reviews from happy customers across multiple reputable online sources.<\/p>\n

Lucy is a shining example of how taking charge of your own destiny can help you forge incredible success in work and life. Knowing exactly what she wanted from the next step in her career, she has found ways of breaking down barriers rather than being held back by them.<\/p>\n

As a Kitchen Makeovers franchisee, Lucy has shown that succeeding in an environment that nurtures and supports development comes easily by following the model laid out for all franchisees to benefit from. Now a trailblazer for women in business, she has taken on every challenge and found the success that hard work and dedication can earn.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been a great first year; turning over \u00a3250,000 surpassed all of my expectations.<\/strong> I\u2019ve learned so much already, and I still feel like I\u2019m only just getting started. In my franchise\u2019s current set-up, turning over \u00a3500,000 is easily attainable, and I don\u2019t think I\u2019d need to worry about making any other significant lifestyle changes either.<\/p>\n

I\u2019d definitely recommend Kitchen Makeovers to anyone considering franchising for themselves. It\u2019s the best decision I\u2019ve made, and I want to see others have the same success,\u201d concluded Lucy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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