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Are Franchise Owners Happy?

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:June 12, 2019
  • Post category:Office Pride Franchise News

Owning a franchise like Office Pride provides revenue potential in an established industry. We do this along with sharing core values with a supportive team. So are franchise owners happy?…

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How Non-Exclusive Market Areas Create Amazing Opportunities

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:May 7, 2019
  • Post category:Office Pride Franchise News

Most franchise systems require owners to expand within a restricted geographic area. The Office Pride commercial cleaning franchise opportunity differs, however, giving franchise owners freedom to grow their investment as…

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Best Year Round Business Idea: Commercial Cleaning Franchise

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:April 30, 2019
  • Post category:Office Pride Franchise News

A Steady Market with Consistent Demand The Office Pride commercial cleaning franchise offers investors an attractive business investment in an established industry. It's why it consistently turns it from a…

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Office Pride Founder and President/CEO Speaks at Tampa Bay Leadership Prayer Breakfast

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:April 19, 2019
  • Post category:Commercial Cleaning Company Corporate News

TAMPA, Fla. (April 9, 2019) – Todd Hopkins, founder and president/CEO of Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services, talked about how the definition of success has evolved for him in the…

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Franchise Culture: Why It’s So Important

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:April 8, 2019
  • Post category:Office Pride Franchise News

Owning an a franchise should come with the security of knowing you have a network of franchisees to support you as you grow your business The journey of business ownership…

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Factors to consider when selecting a cleaning business

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:April 1, 2019
  • Post category:Office Pride Franchise News

There are several factors to consider when choosing a commercial cleaning business location. Market Territory Availability Factors to Consider A scalable business model and nonexclusive market areas allow franchisees to…

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Office Pride Recognized for Top 200 Franchise List Ranking

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:March 26, 2019
  • Post category:Commercial Cleaning Company Corporate News

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has been ranked as No. 10 of the Top 50 Mid-sized Franchises and No. 32 of the Top 200 Franchises overall by Franchise Business REVIEW™.…

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Meet Office Pride Franchise Owner Katie Blondell

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:March 21, 2019
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From vendor partner to franchise owner, see how Office Pride’s business model appealed to this Florida entrepreneur as she assessed her options When Katie Blondell attended her training as a…

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Office Pride Appears on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 List

  • Post author:Office Pride
  • Post published:March 18, 2019
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Affordable opportunity in an evergreen business sector, coupled with strong support for franchise owners, are seen as strong positives January’s arrival often means renewed research by entrepreneurs into potential opportunities…

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Commercial Cleaning Training to Help Owners Start Strong

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  • Post published:March 14, 2019
  • Post category:Office Pride Franchise Opportunities

Knowing what to do in any situation is a key to success in running a small business so it's a main goal during early and ongoing franchise training One of…

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What were you doing before Office Pride?

Before joining the Office Pride family, I served as the Director of Sales and Marketing for an automotive supplier. However, I always had a dream of owning my own business, believing in my capabilities to make it a success.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

Choosing Office Pride was a game-changer for me. The business model is not only scalable but also comes with minimal startup costs, making it a smart and practical choice.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship was a personal dream fueled by faith and my abilities. The desire to own a business was not just a goal but a lifelong aspiration, and venturing into it allowed me to turn that dream into a rewarding reality.

How has it changed your life?

Now, as proud business owners, we enjoy unprecedented flexibility in our lifestyle. More importantly, Office Pride empowers us to lead with a philosophy that resonates with our values – treating our exceptional staff the way we ourselves want to be treated. Office Pride has not just changed my life; it has become the catalyst for a fulfilling entrepreneurial journey, where happiness and success go hand in hand.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

Before joining the Office Pride family, I served as the Director of Sales and Marketing for an automotive supplier. However, I always had a dream of owning my own business, believing in my capabilities to make it a success.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

Choosing Office Pride was a game-changer for me. The business model is not only scalable but also comes with minimal startup costs, making it a smart and practical choice.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship was a personal dream fueled by faith and my abilities. The desire to own a business was not just a goal but a lifelong aspiration, and venturing into it allowed me to turn that dream into a rewarding reality.

How has it changed your life?

Now, as proud business owners, we enjoy unprecedented flexibility in our lifestyle. More importantly, Office Pride empowers us to lead with a philosophy that resonates with our values – treating our exceptional staff the way we ourselves want to be treated. Office Pride has not just changed my life; it has become the catalyst for a fulfilling entrepreneurial journey, where happiness and success go hand in hand.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

I was a district manager for 12 stores in North Alabama for a large home improvement retailer.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

The owner of an Office Pride franchise, whose daughter played soccer with mine, recruited me when he learned I was on the job market. After a few years working a job, I didn’t enjoy, we were finally able to finalize the deal when he decided to sell his franchise. With patience, prayer, and God’s help, all obstacles were eventually removed, and the rest is history.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

After starting as a customer service associate and grew to District Manager in just 12 years. Despite being fully dedicated to my career and having no plans to pursue anything else, I was impacted by the reduction in force that followed the 2008 recession. It caused me to lose faith in corporate America and seek opportunities where I could have greater control and benefit directly from my efforts.

How has it changed your life?

Office Pride has given me greater work-life balance, allowing me to use my business as a ministry and learn about the business community. As a business onwer, I’m able to provide jobs to more people and invest in commercial property with profits. Most importantly, my team’s support allowed me to care for my wife, Melissa, during her cancer battle. And along the way, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many wonderful people.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

I was a district manager for 12 stores in North Alabama for a large home improvement retailer.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

The owner of an Office Pride franchise, whose daughter played soccer with mine, recruited me when he learned I was on the job market. After a few years working a job, I didn’t enjoy, we were finally able to finalize the deal when he decided to sell his franchise. With patience, prayer, and God’s help, all obstacles were eventually removed, and the rest is history.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

After starting as a customer service associate and grew to District Manager in just 12 years. Despite being fully dedicated to my career and having no plans to pursue anything else, I was impacted by the reduction in force that followed the 2008 recession. It caused me to lose faith in corporate America and seek opportunities where I could have greater control and benefit directly from my efforts.

How has it changed your life?

Office Pride has given me greater work-life balance, allowing me to use my business as a ministry and learn about the business community. As a business onwer, I’m able to provide jobs to more people and invest in commercial property with profits. Most importantly, my team’s support allowed me to care for my wife, Melissa, during her cancer battle. And along the way, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many wonderful people.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

I served as a Human Resource Conversion Manager at a local Professional Employer Organization (PEO) and specialized in ensuring businesses achieved compliance with their HR practices.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

I firmly believe that God will frequently direct us when we sincerely share our heartfelt desires, and we are prepared for the answer to look how much different than we imagined. This is precisely what happened when I discovered Office Pride. I became familiar with Office Pride many years before I purchased my franchise unit because it was a client of the PEO that I worked for. I had the opportunity of observing a young couple’s remarkable journey of business growth. What attracted me to Office Pride was not only their core values, which resonated deeply with my own, but also their emergence as a promising brand within a resilient sector that withstood economic downturns. Additionally, being in the service industry and offering an affordable opportunity furhter solidified my interest in pursuing a franchise unit with Office Pride.

I am driven by my faith and passion for serving my community which is the exact opportunity Office Pride offers me as an owner.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

I have always been fascinated and inspired by individuals who dare to take the leap and embark on their entrepreneurial journey. Though I never explicitly expressed this desire, deep down I was attracted to the freedom and autonomy that a successful business could offer, provided it was managed effectively.

How has it changed your life?

Owning and operating our business has required dedication and hard work. Yet, it has also provided us with incredible opportunities for community involvement, enabling us to make significant contributions. Along this journey, we connected with some wonderful people whom we wouldn’t have met, if not for our role as business owners. As a result, our dream of independence has been achieved, allowing us to make meaningful connections and contribute to our community.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

I served as a Human Resource Conversion Manager at a local Professional Employer Organization (PEO) and specialized in ensuring businesses achieved compliance with their HR practices.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

I firmly believe that God will frequently direct us when we sincerely share our heartfelt desires, and we are prepared for the answer to look how much different than we imagined. This is precisely what happened when I discovered Office Pride. I became familiar with Office Pride many years before I purchased my franchise unit because it was a client of the PEO that I worked for. I had the opportunity of observing a young couple’s remarkable journey of business growth. What attracted me to Office Pride was not only their core values, which resonated deeply with my own, but also their emergence as a promising brand within a resilient sector that withstood economic downturns. Additionally, being in the service industry and offering an affordable opportunity furhter solidified my interest in pursuing a franchise unit with Office Pride.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

I have always been fascinated and inspired by individuals who dare to take the leap and embark on their entrepreneurial journey. Though I never explicitly expressed this desire, deep down I was attracted to the freedom and autonomy that a successful business could offer, provided it was managed effectively.

How has it changed your life?

Owning and operating our business has required dedication and hard work. Yet, it has also provided us with incredible opportunities for community involvement, enabling us to make significant contributions. Along this journey, we connected with some wonderful people whom we wouldn’t have met, if not for our role as business owners. As a result, our dream of independence has been achieved, allowing us to make meaningful connections and contribute to our community.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

Prior to Office Pride, I was in the consulting world, I focused on structuring financial models that provided organizations with better insights and analytics.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

Office Pride stood out with its unique opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals both professionally and spiritually. I was excited about the prospect of joining other Christian business leaders in serving our employees through servant leadership.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

After working for serveral global organizations, I was eager to provide smaller businesses with faster, more creative solutions and personalized customer service. Particularly those looking to reduce overspending.

How has it changed your life?

This opportunity has transformed my family’s purpose and financial stability. Promoting from within and providing life-changing opportunities has been incredibly fulfilling. Our ministry department has also been a personal spiritual blessing, allowing us to serve and support the less fortunate.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

Prior to Office Pride, I was in the consulting world, I focused on structuring financial models that provided organizations with better insights and analytics.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

Office Pride stood out with its unique opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals both professionally and spiritually. I was excited about the prospect of joining other Christian business leaders in serving our employees through servant leadership.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

After working for serveral global organizations, I was eager to provide smaller businesses with faster, more creative solutions and personalized customer service. Particularly those looking to reduce overspending.

How has it changed your life?

This opportunity has transformed my family’s purpose and financial stability. Promoting from within and providing life-changing opportunities has been incredibly fulfilling. Our ministry department has also been a personal spiritual blessing, allowing us to serve and support the less fortunate.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

I have enjoyed a successful 28-year career with a 14-billion-dollar home shopping company. Throughout my tenure, I have held various positions of increasing responsibility, with my most recent role being VP of Service and Experience.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

With guidance of an exceptional franchise coach, I embarked on a journey that involved numerous introductions and explorations to find the right fit. Ultimately, I made the decision to purchase a commercial cleaning franchise, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice of Office Pride. As a faith-based company, Office Pride resonates deeply with my personal values, and I am grateful for the leap of faith I took. I am driven by my faith and passion for serving my community which is the exact opportunity Office Pride offers me as an owner.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

After experiencing a layoff, I embraced the opportunity to pause, rest, and engage in deep reflection, while seeking guidance from God. This period allowed me to rediscover my passions and priorities for the next chapter of my life, which revolved around adding value and serving the community. Motivated by this newfound clarity, I delved into extensive research, exploring new avenues, and ultimately considering the path of entrepreneurship to become a business owner.

How has it changed your life?

We are driven by a deep sense of service and take pride in the opportunitites that come with ownership, allowing us to serve and invest in our community. With Office Pride, we have the power to shape our future, while enjoying the freedom and peace of mind that comes from being part of a brand that holds tremendous credibility in this sector.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

I have enjoyed a successful 28-year career with a 14-billion-dollar home shopping company. Throughout my tenure, I have held various positions of increasing responsibility, with my most recent role being VP of Service and Experience.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

With guidance of an exceptional franchise coach, I embarked on a journey that involved numerous introductions and explorations to find the right fit. Ultimately, I made the decision to purchase a commercial cleaning franchise, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice of Office Pride. As a faith-based company, Office Pride resonates deeply with my personal values, and I am grateful for the leap of faith I took. I am driven by my faith and passion for serving my community which is the exact opportunity Office Pride offers me as an owner.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

After experiencing a layoff, I embraced the opportunity to pause, rest, and engage in deep reflection, while seeking guidance from God. This period allowed me to rediscover my passions and priorities for the next chapter of my life, which revolved around adding value and serving the community. Motivated by this newfound clarity, I delved into extensive research, exploring new avenues, and ultimately considering the path of entrepreneurship to become a business owner.

How has it changed your life?

We are driven by a deep sense of service and take pride in the opportunitites that come with ownership, allowing us to serve and invest in our community. With Office Pride, we have the power to shape our future, while enjoying the freedom and peace of mind that comes from being part of a brand that holds tremendous credibility in this sector.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

I served as the Vice President of operations for a building services contractor.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

I chose Office Pride because it is a faith-based Christian organization that fosters a family-like culture. Their values aligned with my own, and I appreciated the emphasis on treating employees and clients with respect and integrity.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

I decided to start my own business because I wanted to create a legacy of generational wealth for my family and make a positive impact on society.

How has it changed your life?

Office Pride has had a significant impact on my life. Working with franchise owners who share my values and beliefs has been the most significant benefit. The best part of it is that I get to positively impact my employees through the business.

What were you doing before Office Pride?

I served as the Vice President of operations for a building services contractor.

Why did you choose Office Pride?

I chose Office Pride because it is a faith-based Christian organization that fosters a family-like culture. Their values aligned with my own, and I appreciated the emphasis on treating employees and clients with respect and integrity.

Why did you go into business for yourself?

I decided to start my own business because I wanted to create a legacy of generational wealth for my family and make a positive impact on society.

How has it changed your life?

Office Pride has had a significant impact on my life. Working with franchise owners who share my values and beliefs has been the most significant benefit. The best part of it is that I get to positively impact my employees through the business.

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