Franchising is one of the most approachable ways to start a business, yet it’s often misunderstood. People tend to assume it’s only for business pros or that it’s too expensive or complicated. In reality, franchising is designed to make the process easier, with built-in support, structure, and guidance. Let’s clear up some common misconceptions so you can focus on what’s important.
1. “I need a business degree or background to franchise.”
The truth: You don’t need an MBA or years of experience running a company to become a successful franchise owner. Most reputable franchise systems are built to onboard people with little to no experience. They’ll guide you through training, operations, and strategy from day one. A 2023 Guidant Financial report found that 26% of franchise owners had no prior business ownership experience and many came from unrelated fields like education, healthcare, or logistics.
2. “Franchising costs too much to get started.”
The truth: Yes, there are fees, but they’re often more affordable than starting from scratch, especially in service-based industries. Plus, franchises frequently offer financing partnerships, SBA loan assistance, and other resources to help you launch your business.
3. “I won’t have creative freedom.”
The truth: Franchisees do follow established systems, but that doesn’t mean your creativity disappears. You still lead your team, manage client relationships, market locally, and make day-to-day decisions. Many franchises even encourage owners to personalize how they engage with their communities.
4. “Once I sign, I’m on my own.”
The truth: This might be the biggest myth of all. Unlike independent business owners, franchisees usually get built-in support for operations, hiring, marketing, and more. A good franchisor wants you to succeed, and they have structured systems to help make that happen. You’re joining a network that’s already figured out the learning curve, so you don’t have to do it alone.
5. “Franchising is too risky.”
The truth: All business ventures carry some risk, but franchising offers a more predictable path than going solo. When you invest in a franchise, you’re tapping into an established brand, proven business model, and a support system that’s already been tested. You’re not guessing what works, you’re following a roadmap. That significantly reduces trial-and-error, which helps lower the risk that comes with starting from scratch.
How Pet Butler Makes Franchising Simpler
When you align with the right system, you gain more than a business, you gain a playbook, a team, and a brand with momentum. At Pet Butler, we focus on making business ownership easier. Our franchisees get access to marketing tools, operational support, and one-on-one guidance so they’re never left figuring things out alone. We also offer the flexibility to run your business in a way that fits your style and goals, all within a proven system that works.
Want to learn more? Visit our franchise opportunity page or reach out to our team at franinfo@petbutler.com
