I run a franchise now, but my background is actually in freelancing. It’s funny how some of those scrappy, solo skills translated so well into a more structured business environment. For example, being able to write clearly and persuasively has been huge not just for marketing, but for creating training materials and communicating with my team. It turns a complex process into something everyone can understand.
Another skill that came in handy was project management. Juggling multiple clients and deadlines as a freelancer taught me how to prioritize and adapt on the fly, which is essential when you’re managing daily operations and unexpected hiccups. Has anyone else found that their pre-franchise experience gave them a unique edge? I’m especially curious if skills from creative or technical fields have helped others in a similar way.