|
MAD Academy... |
 |
Franchise Zone - Are You Mad Enough?
Find Classes!
Franchisee Stories - Ruth Brown
|
Q: What were you doing before you joined MAD Academy? I had been working as a Nurse and a Health Visitor in the Camberley area for many years. Q. Why did you decide to change you career? I needed to change my work life balance! In particular, I needed to be able to look after my son during the school holidays. He has ADHD and Aspergers syndrome and is too old for play schemes. I was also wanting some fun in my life! Q: Why did you decide to take up a MAD Academy franchise? I went to the ONE LIFE exhibition at Earls Court and came across MAD Academy there. I really liked the ethos of MAD Academy - the way it centres on the child and all areas of its development while increasing the bond between carer and child through having fun together. When I meet the directors, they were friendly and caring. I was attracted to the possibility of still working with children and as a bonus I'd be able to rediscover my love for music which had been with me from an early age. I come from one of the 'singing families of Liverpool' and still remember family get-togethers where spoons, pan lids, guitar and mouth organ joined together in a cacophony of sound! Also the name MAD Academy made me laugh! Q: What skills/knowledge had you developed in the past that have helped you set up your business? I was used to working on my own and wanted to work for myself. I had in the past run a weekenders business but the work with MAD is quite different. Q: How did you find the training and initial support provided by MAD Academy? Very good! When I needed more explanation I got it and what is really important is that the help is ongoing and very supportive. Q: How did you feel about starting your own business? I was a bit apprehensive but also extremely excited! Q: How have the past few months been? Hard work but rewarding. Q: What has been the most rewarding aspect of your business? Watching the children enjoying themselves and having fun. With 5 brothers and 2 sons myself, I have really loved the energy boys bring to classes! Q: Has anything taken you by surprise? Yes, how much advertising needs to be done. And how much work there is when I get back home. Q: Having started your business, what are your hopes for the future? I would eventually like to develop a MAD Academy class for children with special needs. It will take a lot of hard work and discipline, but I believe I can do it. Q: Would you recommend buying a franchise to others? If they are willing to put the work in, then yes! Franchises are available throughout the UK Email us for a full franchisee prospectus – this could be the start of a great new career! Please include the following information in your email:
If you are interested in joining the MAD Academy team, but don't think running your own business is for you, click here and discover how to become a class leader!!
|
|
|
|
To read more from our franchisees, click here>>> |
Running your own business with MAD Academy offers you freedom, flexibility, fun and financial rewards! Find out more about our fantastic franchises >>>more
|
|
|
MAD Academy is based in Berkshire, UK. All content on
this site is copyright 2003 - 2009 |
Music and Movement |
Site
Design | About | Contact
|
||
Ruth Brown joined MAD Academy as a franchisee in 2007.
Since then she has successfully launched her business across Camberley,
Chobham, Windlesham and Woking. Here she tells us why she decide to join the MAD
team, and what it was
like to launch her own successful MAD Academy business!
