Why You Need a Franchise Agreement Checklist
Why do
you need a
franchise agreement checklist? Well, for starters, this is a very
important document. This document shows your mission statement, your
policies of quality and diligence as well as your understanding of your
parent company’s mission.
You
probably only have one shot at this document, in all honesty. Remember that
old adage that first impressions last a lifetime. This could not be further
from the truth in the case of a franchise agreement document.
This
document will show a lot about you. It will show your attention to detail,
your ability to think and express yourself in an organized manner fail to
mention your ability to put effort into all tasks large and small.
TO be
sure you didn’t miss a single attribute you definitely need to establish a
franchise agreement checklist. An ounce of prevention goes a long way.
Points for Your Franchise Agreement Checklist
While
some points of a franchise agreement checklist can vary depending on the
field of industry and the companies in question, there are a basic set of
points to consider.
Point
number one is to be sure you understand the company with which you wish to
sign without any question. Make sure you have read up on their mission
statements, their codes of conduct and their items of service quality. You
will be representing this company, so expressing this knowledge in your
agreement is absolutely crucial.
Point
number two is to be sure that your writing leaves no room for
misunderstanding or interpretation of any sort. Making the contract “tight”
is important, for your sake and for the company’s. Make sure that your
writing is professional and devoid of opinions even if such opinions flatter
the company. Flattery will truly get you nowhere.
Point
number three is where appearance begins to come into question. This starts
with making sure you have picked an attractive font and letterhead for your
document. A font that is too ornate or stylized is not preferred, but
neither is something too pixelated or dated. Arial or Calibri are commonly
used and work well.
Continuing with point threemake sure that you’ve spaced the text out nicely.
Don’t be afraid of a longer page count to the document if it prevents too
much text filling each page. Nobody likes fine print!
Point
four is choosing a printing stock and color scheme that looks professional.
Nice neutral tones and proper contrast matter. This point is significant if
the contract is not being faxed or emailed. In the case of email, choose a
good looking frame and backdrop that accentuates the text without being too
showy.
Last but
not least, if there is a digital format for this contract, it is important
to choose a format that covers important aspects. First, make sure it can’t
be edited by just anyone. This immediately rules out word processor or clear
text formats. Second, be sure it can allow for all of the aesthetic choices
that were covered above. Lastly, make sure that it’s able to be read by a
wide range of systems and devices. This shows that you care about the
convenience of others at your own expense. PDF is a nice format for these
reasons, but others do exist.
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