As military veterans transition from their service, they often ponder the next step in their career. For many, the answer lies in owning a business. However, starting a business can be a daunting challenge. At Matco, we recognize the potential of veterans and their unique skill sets. In this article, we will focus on the stories of men and women who have served our country and how their time in the service has helped them become successful Matco franchisees and veteran business owners.
At Matco, we are committed to offering veterans the opportunity to realize their dream of successful business ownership. Former military members who have joined our veterans franchise program have discovered that the skills they acquired during their military service translate into owning a personal tool business. Many of our top franchisees are veterans.
One of the key skills we've noticed in military veterans is their ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Being a tool distributor is fundamentally a relationship business. As Matco Distributor DeWayne Gross puts it, "I’ve never sold anything in my life. It’s like I get to hang out with my buddies every day."
Moreover, veterans possess valuable career skills such as time management, ownership, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to service. These skills seamlessly transition into entrepreneurship, making Matco Franchise Owners successful in their veteran careers.
Matco Tools is dedicated to providing professional mechanics and auto enthusiasts with premium tools and equipment. Did you know that auto mechanics buy their own tools? To ensure a seamless experience, Matco franchise owners make weekly visits to automotive shops, servicing, selling, and warrantying tools out of a mobile tool store.
Starting a veteran owned business from scratch can be a challenging process, riddled with costly mistakes. Many soldiers on terminal leave have limited time to make plans, which further complicates the process. The thought of securing real estate, product suppliers, employees, a legal team, and a marketing plan before making the first dollar can be overwhelming and discouraging.
However, the good news is that franchise systems like Matco have simplified the process of starting a successful business. With over 1,900 current Matco Franchisees and roughly 10-15% of them former military, we have developed a straightforward process to guide veterans in their post-military career as personal business owners.
While starting a business may have its pitfalls, knowing how to run one is what determines a profitable career for our veterans. Matco understands this, and that's why we provide new franchisees with extensive business and industry skills through our world-class franchise training program.
When you become a Matco Franchisee, you will receive a week of initial classroom training that covers essential topics such as:
Additionally, you will start your route with 80 hours of on-the-job training with a Field Trainer or District Manager. After gaining additional knowledge and experience, you will be invited back to Matco for further classroom training.
We understand the importance of supporting our veterans as they embark on their entrepreneurial journey. That's why Matco offers $10,000 in incentives for veterans who join our franchise. These incentives can help ease the financial burden of starting a business and provide veterans with a head start in their new career.
At Matco, we believe in the power of veterans and their ability to excel as business owners. If you are a military veteran seeking a fulfilling and successful career, join the Matco family. We will provide you with the tools, training, and support necessary to embark on your entrepreneurial journey. Together, let's build a future where veterans thrive as Matco franchise business owners.
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