From driver to franchisee: A unique perspective for franchisee Tyler Whalen

February 15, 2019February 20, 2019 / tmtfranchising / Leave a comment

–Written by Erik Sargent

Of all the things that encapsulate what we stand for at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, perhaps no story fits better than Tyler Whalen’s.

From working on the frontline and climbing his way up to participating in Mary Ellen’s Moving People Forward® Scholarship program and ultimately becoming a successful multi-unit TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchisee, Whalen has been a walking billboard for how this company promotes from within and works hard to move people along in their careers. Continue reading →

A positive brand experience spiked Curtis Newman’s interest in TWO MEN AND A TRUCK

February 8, 2019 / tmtfranchising / Leave a comment

-Written by Erik Sargent

Long before Curtis Newman became a successful TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchisee, the same goals and customer service he works on daily to grow his franchises were what caught his eye initially as a customer.

Newman – who grew up in Iowa – had seen the success of the brand in his area, and had even used the company for moving services himself. His parents also used TWO MEN AND A TRUCK and had another wonderful experience. At the time, Newman had no idea he would one day be a part of the brand, but both experiences stuck with him. Continue reading →

Five critical questions to ask when reviewing a franchising agreement

February 1, 2019 / tmtfranchising / Leave a comment

-Written by Erik Sargent

If you’ve made the decision to invest in a franchised business, it’s important to completely understand what exactly you’re getting into before signing on the dotted line.

The proper research, along with extensive planning, is necessary before you officially purchase into a franchising brand, and understanding the franchise agreement you sign is an important step in the journey to profitability and success. These franchise agreements set the tone for the entire business relationship between you and the franchisor, so it’s critical you do your due-diligence to stay up-to-date on everything involved with your purchase. Continue reading →

A desire to impact the lives of others attracted Nathan Bocock to TWO MEN AND A TRUCK

January 25, 2019 / tmtfranchising / 1 Comment

-Written by Erik Sargent

More and more, the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® system is seeing franchisees with dreams of moving their own employees and their careers forward. That is a driving force within the brand, and one that continues to motivate franchisees daily.

For Nathan Bocock, this chance to positively impact others and their daily lives was something that always interested him, and something he had searched for in his career. He was working as a producer in the property and casualty insurance business when he decided it was time for a change, and that’s when he found TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. Continue reading →

Success stories show why TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchising is worth the investment

January 18, 2019January 18, 2019 / tmtfranchising / Leave a comment

-Written by Erik Sargent

As a potential business owner, you want peace of mind that the investment you make is not only worthwhile financially, but will provide you with a satisfying and rewarding ownership experience.

At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, tour goal is to provide potential franchisees the transparency on what they can expect if they join our award-winning franchising family. When joining TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, you can quickly see the family feel and emphasis put on customer service and supporting our communities above all else. Continue reading →

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchisees start off the New Year focused and ready for success

January 4, 2019January 4, 2019 / tmtfranchising / 2 Comments

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-Written by Erik Sargent

2018 is in the books, and although 2019 signals an opportunity for new change, ideas, and growth – it’s business as usual for TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchisees, who have already been working diligently to get their franchises ready for the New Year.

In order for our franchises to continue offering the best moving services possible, there’s not much time to stop and relax, and it’s this hardworking attitude that has allowed us to grow so much as a brand. Just last year, we eclipsed our 7 millionth move as a system, and our moving teams have no intention of slowing down in the New Year. Continue reading →

Our top franchising stories from 2018!

December 28, 2018December 21, 2018 / tmtfranchising / Leave a comment

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As we wrap up 2018, it’s always good to reflect on another positive year within the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK family!

A big focus on our franchising blog this year was story-telling and working to highlight some of the outstanding individuals in our company– and we did just that! From franchisee profiles to stories on our Mary Ellen’s Moving People Forward® Scholarship candidates, we were able to highlight some of the brightest minds associated with our brand.

So as we close out the year, let’s take a trip down memory lane for the last 12 months and re-visit some of these stories.

Enjoy! Continue reading →