SIX months into running his Smart ABC auto paint repair franchise Jerry Hedigan says trade has been booming.
I moved from Ireland four years ago and was working in the steel frame construction industry before the recession, explained Mr Hedigan, who covers the Slough and Maidenhead franchise area.
As I had prior experience in hotel management, I decided the time was right to start working for myself and wanted something that got me out and about dealing with people, he added.
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He originally started looking for a coffee franchise, but changed direction completely when he discovered the Smart ABC business opportunity. His business got off to a strong start and he now works seven days a week.
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It has been my choice to work hard in order to build up my business, and compared with my previous jobs, being a Smart ABC franchise owner is a walk in the park, he added.
A lot of his work comes in via recommendations and Mr Hedigan has also forged links with three garages in his area, which he hopes to increase to ten by the end of his first year in business.
He added: My plan will then be to take on a second area. There is so much work to be done, and I just love getting out and about, and meeting people.
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