We all know that franchisors actively seek veteran franchisees due to the complimentary characteristics of being both a business owner and a military veteran. Military vets have excellent leadership skills, an ability to take initiative, the skill of adaptability in difficult situations, confidence… the list goes on and on. So how does a franchise business owner determine the best ways to bring outstanding military veterans into their organizations? Amit Y. Kleinberger, CEO of Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, offers some advice on this in this month’s of Franchising World.
Kleinberger offers traits of highly effective veteran franchisees. Here are our favorite ones from his piece:
1. A Higher Purpose
A veteran is someone who believes in a higher purpose of the work they are doing and going above and beyond to provide that “greater good.” Instead of getting lost in personal goals and objectives, veterans are more likely to yearn to assist others and make a difference in the respective communities they serve.
2. Dedication
Military professionals endure difficulties day in and day out. Hard work is a necessity in any successful business, and outstanding military veterans will push themselves to obtain the unreachable.
3.Teamwork
Cohesion within any organization is crucial to its longevity and success in the industry. Military veterans quickly learn the value of teamwork and how to work well with others. This skill is essential in any work environment – and particularly when you are operating a business.
4. Accountability
Military professionals are used to following a certain structure, and for an organization this means preserved resources and time. Veterans are comfortable with holding themselves accountable for certain responsibilities.
5. Technologically Savvy
Many businesses these days do not even come close to possessing the same technological capabilities as that of the military. The US military offers outstanding hands-on training in many fields, including up-to-date technology.
What traits would you say make a veteran a highly effective franchisee? Leave thoughts below!