Topfranchise Award Winners
Congratulations to the 2017 topfranchise award winners brought to you by SEEK Business and 10 THOUSAND FEET Research. Below are the 2017 topfranchise award winners by category as rated by their franchisees.
Congratulations to the 2017 topfranchise award winners brought to you by SEEK Business and 10 THOUSAND FEET Research. Below are the 2017 topfranchise award winners by category as rated by their franchisees.
| Ranking | Overall (View Graph) | No. of Locations | Rating | Participation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gutter-Vac | 79 | 86 | 91% |
| 2 | Smartline Mortgage Advisers | 314 | 84 | 45% |
| 3 | Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses | 68 | 77 | 76% |
| 4 | Mister Minit | 204 | 77 | 61% |
| 5 | Soul Origin | 77 | 75 | 65% |
| 6 | Kwik Kopy | 93 | 75 | 56% |
| 7 | Snooze | 91 | 72 | 46% |
| 8 | Mrs Fields | 46 | 70 | 55% |
| 9 | Cafe2U | 160 | 69 | 60% |
| 10 | Bridgestone Select | 174 | 69 | 39% |
Every year the topfranchise Awards recognise best practice within the franchising sector across six categories; marketing, branding, passion, support, lifestyle and expansion. Entering all six categories is required to compete for the overall award.
The Top 10 Awards recognise franchises that perform well in the selected category as rated by current franchisees so you can find the best franchises for sale in Australia.
Gutter-Vac is an outdoors service industry based business with a focus on client contact and engagement. A Gutter-Vac franchise can be both a lifestyle or an asset to grow and sell. Our safety processes make it very attractive to corporate clients, and our combination of machinery based operations and strong emphasis on customer service make it an interesting prospect for potential franchise... Read More
Smartline is a multi award winning mortgage broking advisory business. Our client care program matches the needs of a client with the best available lending products provided by a panel of +27 Banks, Building Societies and Credit Unions. These lenders pay Smartline brokers both an upfront commission and a trailing commission for the introduction of new borrowers. The trailing commission prov... Read More
Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses is an Aussie story 115 years in the making. Starting in Melbourne in 1901, the Ferguson & Plarre families rose to bakery fame thanks to their enduring commitment to quality, quality that has seen them serving cakes to Queen of England and even the President of the United States. Today, Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses is still a family owned and operated business and... Read More
| Ranking | Brand (View Graph) | No. of Locations | Rating | Participation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gutter-Vac | 79 | 85 | 91% |
| 2 | Snooze | 91 | 82 | 46% |
| 3 | Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses | 68 | 82 | 76% |
| 4 | Bridgestone Select | 174 | 81 | 39% |
| 5 | Mister Minit | 204 | 78 | 61% |
| 6 | Kwik Kopy | 93 | 77 | 56% |
| 7 | The Cheesecake Shop | 183 | 76 | 75% |
| 8 | Snap-on Tools | 156 | 75 | 43% |
| 9 | Cafe2U | 160 | 74 | 60% |
| 10 | Chatime | 75 | 73 | 84% |
Every year the topfranchise Awards recognise best practice within the franchising sector across six categories; marketing, branding, passion, support, lifestyle and expansion. Entering all six categories is required to compete for the overall award.
The Top 10 Awards recognise franchises that perform well in the selected category as rated by current franchisees so you can find the best franchises for sale in Australia.
For most people looking at buying franchises for sale, Brand is King. For existing franchisees brand remains an important element and the winners of this award have been rated highly in a number of areas by their franchisees. It is worthwhile keeping in mind that a strong brand helps when you are starting out as a franchisee. The public already know the name and if care has been taken to be consistent in advertising and marketing, the public will have a very clear picture about what you will offer and what makes the brand different to other offers.
A strong brand will not only help in converting potential customers to buying from you as a franchisee, but will also be effective in driving sales to your business whether that is through advertising or through a strong and well thought out website.
If you are looking at various franchises for sale ask about the pulling power of their brand.
Gutter-Vac is an outdoors service industry based business with a focus on client contact and engagement. A Gutter-Vac franchise can be both a lifestyle or an asset to grow and sell. Our safety processes make it very attractive to corporate clients, and our combination of machinery based operations and strong emphasis on customer service make it an interesting prospect for potential franchise... Read More
Snooze has been giving Australians a better night's sleep for more than 30 years - and with more than 70 franchises Australia wide it has most bedrooms covered. Snooze is constantly travelling to research the latest bedroom trends and introduce more innovative and technologically advanced products to its range, while also stocking well-known brands including Madison, Slumberland, Sealy, Post... Read More
Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses is an Aussie story 115 years in the making. Starting in Melbourne in 1901, the Ferguson & Plarre families rose to bakery fame thanks to their enduring commitment to quality, quality that has seen them serving cakes to Queen of England and even the President of the United States. Today, Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses is still a family owned and operated business and... Read More
| Ranking | Expansion (View Graph) | No. of Locations | Rating | Participation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gutter-Vac | 79 | 77 | 91% |
| 2 | Smartline Mortgage Advisers | 314 | 76 | 45% |
| 3 | Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses | 68 | 74 | 76% |
| 4 | Soul Origin | 77 | 72 | 65% |
| 5 | The Coffee Guy | 23 | 71 | 64% |
| 6 | RE/MAX Australia | 77 | 68 | 42% |
| 7 | Kwik Kopy | 93 | 66 | 56% |
| 8 | Xpresso Mobile Cafe | 41 | 65 | 76% |
| 9 | Mrs Fields | 46 | 64 | 55% |
| 10 | Magic Hand Carwash | 49 | 62 | 79% |
Every year the topfranchise Awards recognise best practice within the franchising sector across six categories; marketing, branding, passion, support, lifestyle and expansion. Entering all six categories is required to compete for the overall award.
The Top 10 Awards recognise franchises that perform well in the selected category as rated by current franchisees so you can find the best franchises for sale in Australia.
By setting up a franchise business, you are seizing an opportunity to potentially grow into nearby locations alongside your franchise. This category indicates how open a franchisor is, and how effective they are at helping you take advantage of new opportunities for you to expand your business or take on multiple locations.
When considering franchise opportunities, if you are weighing up the ability to expand and grow, ask the franchisor their policy on owning and supporting multiple locations. In a mature franchise business ask how easy it will be to purchase existing locations that are near to your territory.
Gutter-Vac is an outdoors service industry based business with a focus on client contact and engagement. A Gutter-Vac franchise can be both a lifestyle or an asset to grow and sell. Our safety processes make it very attractive to corporate clients, and our combination of machinery based operations and strong emphasis on customer service make it an interesting prospect for potential franchise... Read More
Smartline is a multi award winning mortgage broking advisory business. Our client care program matches the needs of a client with the best available lending products provided by a panel of +27 Banks, Building Societies and Credit Unions. These lenders pay Smartline brokers both an upfront commission and a trailing commission for the introduction of new borrowers. The trailing commission prov... Read More
Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses is an Aussie story 115 years in the making. Starting in Melbourne in 1901, the Ferguson & Plarre families rose to bakery fame thanks to their enduring commitment to quality, quality that has seen them serving cakes to Queen of England and even the President of the United States. Today, Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses is still a family owned and operated business and... Read More
| Ranking | Lifestyle (View Graph) | No. of Locations | Rating | Participation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waves DETAIL PRO Australia | 37 | 90 | 64% |
| 2 | Smartline Mortgage Advisers | 314 | 90 | 45% |
| 3 | Gutter-Vac | 79 | 86 | 91% |
| 4 | Fifo Capital | 63 | 82 | 54% |
| 5 | Expense Reduction Analysts | 22 | 81 | 78% |
| 6 | Car Care | 72 | 78 | 56% |
| 7 | Xpresso Delight | 141 | 74 | 39% |
| 8 | Xpresso Mobile Cafe | 41 | 74 | 76% |
| 9 | Chatime | 75 | 74 | 84% |
| 10 | Kwik Kopy | 93 | 74 | 56% |
Every year the topfranchise Awards recognise best practice within the franchising sector across six categories; marketing, branding, passion, support, lifestyle and expansion. Entering all six categories is required to compete for the overall award.
The Top 10 Awards recognise franchises that perform well in the selected category as rated by current franchisees so you can find the best franchises for sale in Australia.
The lifestyle category looks at how positively franchisees perceive the balance between their work and home lives as an indicator of their satisfaction with their choice of franchise. Franchise companies who cater for a good lifestyle according to their franchisees create an environment and an efficient operating system where a good work life balance is very achievable.
When reviewing franchise opportunities it is important to consider the lifestyle that you want to have and to select a model that fits your expectations. When you are doing your due diligence ask the franchisor and existing franchisees about the time you need to put in to achieve your goals. Also ask the franchisor about how they have engineered the business to be as simple and streamlined to operate as possible, such that you will be efficient in the hours you spend in the business.
When considering franchise opportunities if you are weighing up the number of hours you will need to work also consider your family and friends in your support network and what affect the hours you put in will have upon them and your relationships with them. If you create the right expectations with family and friends from the start they are more likely to be understanding and supportive if you need to put in a few extra hours every now and then.
Waves DETAIL PRO offer a high quality mobile detailing service. We offer the best products and services available, delivered with great customer service. anything from the basic in and out maintenance clean, up to a full new car protection service. We also offer marine detailing, and vehicle restoration for swirled and faded paint.
Read More Smartline is a multi award winning mortgage broking advisory business. Our client care program matches the needs of a client with the best available lending products provided by a panel of +27 Banks, Building Societies and Credit Unions. These lenders pay Smartline brokers both an upfront commission and a trailing commission for the introduction of new borrowers. The trailing commission prov... Read More
Gutter-Vac is an outdoors service industry based business with a focus on client contact and engagement. A Gutter-Vac franchise can be both a lifestyle or an asset to grow and sell. Our safety processes make it very attractive to corporate clients, and our combination of machinery based operations and strong emphasis on customer service make it an interesting prospect for potential franchise... Read More
| Ranking | Marketing (View Graph) | No. of Locations | Rating | Participation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smartline Mortgage Advisers | 314 | 85 | 45% |
| 2 | Gutter-Vac | 79 | 84 | 91% |
| 3 | Aussie Pooch Mobile Dog Wash | 178 | 77 | 60% |
| 4 | Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses | 68 | 76 | 76% |
| 5 | Kwik Kopy | 93 | 73 | 56% |
| 6 | Soul Origin | 77 | 72 | 65% |
| 7 | Mister Minit | 204 | 70 | 61% |
| 8 | Mrs Fields | 46 | 70 | 55% |
| 9 | Chatime | 75 | 68 | 84% |
| 10 | Expense Reduction Analysts | 22 | 63 | 78% |
Every year the topfranchise Awards recognise best practice within the franchising sector across six categories; marketing, branding, passion, support, lifestyle and expansion. Entering all six categories is required to compete for the overall award.
The Top 10 Awards recognise franchises that perform well in the selected category as rated by current franchisees so you can find the best franchises for sale in Australia.
When looking at franchises for sale, one of the most important considerations is the strength of the franchises marketing. In a franchise marketing is not just the responsibility of the franchisor but a collective effort. This marketing award combines elements that look at the strength of the marketing strategy; how well franchisors understand the consumer; how well campaigns are explained and tracked; and the guidance and support you will get in implementing your own campaigns as a franchisee on a local level with your target audience.
When you are looking at franchises for sale, ask the franchisor and existing franchisees about the research they have done of the end consumer, and the training and support you will get to be able to take the great marketing ideas of the franchisor and turn them into a reality.
Smartline is a multi award winning mortgage broking advisory business. Our client care program matches the needs of a client with the best available lending products provided by a panel of +27 Banks, Building Societies and Credit Unions. These lenders pay Smartline brokers both an upfront commission and a trailing commission for the introduction of new borrowers. The trailing commission prov... Read More
Gutter-Vac is an outdoors service industry based business with a focus on client contact and engagement. A Gutter-Vac franchise can be both a lifestyle or an asset to grow and sell. Our safety processes make it very attractive to corporate clients, and our combination of machinery based operations and strong emphasis on customer service make it an interesting prospect for potential franchise... Read More
At Aussie Pooch Mobile we come to you and wash your dog. Our Dog Wash and Grooming service use a hydrobath to provide a convenient, affordable, reliable and efficient mobile dog wash and grooming service to maintain and achieve your pet's best well being.
Aussie Pooch Mobile franchised operators also offer advice on caring for your dog, pet nutrition, puppies, flea contro... Read More
| Ranking | Passion (View Graph) | No. of Locations | Rating | Participation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smartline Mortgage Advisers | 314 | 93 | 45% |
| 2 | Waves DETAIL PRO Australia | 37 | 92 | 64% |
| 3 | Gutter-Vac | 79 | 92 | 91% |
| 4 | Just Better Care | 34 | 89 | 68% |
| 5 | Xpresso Mobile Cafe | 41 | 88 | 76% |
| 6 | Aussie Pooch Mobile Dog Wash | 178 | 87 | 60% |
| 7 | Snooze | 91 | 86 | 46% |
| 8 | Mister Minit | 204 | 86 | 61% |
| 9 | Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses | 68 | 85 | 76% |
| 10 | Soul Origin | 77 | 84 | 65% |
Every year the topfranchise Awards recognise best practice within the franchising sector across six categories; marketing, branding, passion, support, lifestyle and expansion. Entering all six categories is required to compete for the overall award.
The Top 10 Awards recognise franchises that perform well in the selected category as rated by current franchisees so you can find the best franchises for sale in Australia.
Be passionate. When you are looking at franchise opportunities it is important to be able to get passionate about what you will be doing, as for most franchise opportunities your involvement with the franchise will take up the majority of your waking hours during the week. When it comes to running your own business, being passionate about the brand, customers, service or product is essential.
Luckily when it comes to being passionate most franchisees across the industry have passion in bucket loads. In the tightly contested category of passion, when it comes to being passionate and the category of passion we asked questions in relation to franchisees' passion about their customers, and the products they are selling or the services they are offering.
One of the other elements in Passion is how your business will look to family and friends. Consider how the franchise' s business model and branding is presented and how well other franchisees represent the brand, this is an important element as when you step into a franchise and own a business which is highly visible you will quickly want to be proud of your business and happy to tell friends of the career choice you have made.
Franchise companies who perform well in this area will most certainly have a culture of caring for the customers' needs. Passion is contagious and starts with the franchisor being passionate about their products and services, and this passion filters through to the franchisee. The franchisee then needs to pass this passion on to the end customer. If the franchisee feels passionate about their customers, products and/or services, this is a good indicator that the franchise company successfully communicates a positive vision about the company' s brand internally and externally.
To see if you can get passionate about the customer experience, take yourself mystery shopping and go through the experience yourself.
Smartline is a multi award winning mortgage broking advisory business. Our client care program matches the needs of a client with the best available lending products provided by a panel of +27 Banks, Building Societies and Credit Unions. These lenders pay Smartline brokers both an upfront commission and a trailing commission for the introduction of new borrowers. The trailing commission prov... Read More
Waves DETAIL PRO offer a high quality mobile detailing service. We offer the best products and services available, delivered with great customer service. anything from the basic in and out maintenance clean, up to a full new car protection service. We also offer marine detailing, and vehicle restoration for swirled and faded paint.
Read More Gutter-Vac is an outdoors service industry based business with a focus on client contact and engagement. A Gutter-Vac franchise can be both a lifestyle or an asset to grow and sell. Our safety processes make it very attractive to corporate clients, and our combination of machinery based operations and strong emphasis on customer service make it an interesting prospect for potential franchise... Read More
| Ranking | Support (View Graph) | No. of Locations | Rating | Participation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shoebox Bookkeeping | 29 | 87 | 89% |
| 2 | Gutter-Vac | 79 | 85 | 91% |
| 3 | Smartline Mortgage Advisers | 314 | 84 | 45% |
| 4 | Ferguson Plarre Bakehouses | 68 | 76 | 76% |
| 5 | Mister Minit | 204 | 75 | 61% |
| 6 | Aussie Pooch Mobile Dog Wash | 178 | 75 | 60% |
| 7 | Soul Origin | 77 | 74 | 65% |
| 8 | Kwik Kopy | 93 | 74 | 56% |
| 9 | Mrs Fields | 46 | 72 | 55% |
| 10 | RE/MAX Australia | 77 | 70 | 42% |
Every year the topfranchise Awards recognise best practice within the franchising sector across six categories; marketing, branding, passion, support, lifestyle and expansion. Entering all six categories is required to compete for the overall award.
The Top 10 Awards recognise franchises that perform well in the selected category as rated by current franchisees so you can find the best franchises for sale in Australia.
The support category looks at how effectively franchisors support the franchisees who represent their brand to the public with a range of support networks including training, assistance in setting up, availability of expert help and maintenance of a network amongst franchisees. Franchise companies that have a solid support network for their franchisees create a strong safety net for the people taking their product to the public.
When reviewing franchise opportunities it is important to consider the support network you feel you will require, and to select a model that fulfils your needs. When you are doing your due diligence ask the franchisor and existing franchisees about the support provided both in the start-up period, and once you are an established franchisee.
When considering franchise opportunities it is important to take into consideration how much training and support you believe you will need. Be honest about your current capabilities, and honest about your assessment of what help you feel you will need.
Shoebox Bookkeeping is a national franchisor of bookkeeping services. We are dedicated to helping small business and tradies Australia-wide get on top of their book work. We want them to focus on doing what they do best - which is running their busin... Read More
Gutter-Vac is an outdoors service industry based business with a focus on client contact and engagement. A Gutter-Vac franchise can be both a lifestyle or an asset to grow and sell. Our safety processes make it very attractive to corporate clients, and our combination of machinery based operations and strong emphasis on customer service make it an interesting prospect for potential franchise... Read More
Smartline is a multi award winning mortgage broking advisory business. Our client care program matches the needs of a client with the best available lending products provided by a panel of +27 Banks, Building Societies and Credit Unions. These lenders pay Smartline brokers both an upfront commission and a trailing commission for the introduction of new borrowers. The trailing commission prov... Read More