Internet franchising: e-consulting and e-training
In my previous article I discussed only consulting in the Internet sphere. But at the same time some companies sell franchises to provide general consulting or training using the Internet technologies and special systems of distance learning. It may cover all spheres of consulting: medical, psychological, economic, legal and any other. Some companies specialize on one direction, the others try to combine many. But in general the main idea remains the same – they teach and consult people through the Net.
Why should you buy their business? In most cases the main reason to become a franchisee is the software provided by franchisor. Usually it’s much cheaper to get it from the main company than to develop yourself because the development costs are divided between many franchisees. Also franchisor provides the already tested system. So, you can start consulting or training immediately.
Also I want to say few words about one more hidden benefit. As you understand franchise package includes compulsory training. Training in some professional sphere! Usually in also includes ongoing training too. So, it seems that you can get professional knowledge and business at the same time (as if you attend the college for free….)
As for me it’s one of the business ideas or opportunities when you exactly understand what you get.
And what about weaknesses? To my mind they are the same as I mentioned in the pervious article.