Why a License Partnership?
Purchasing a license partnership helps you start a new business with some distinct advantages. Your prospective customers have probably already heard the brand name so you gain instant market recognition. You get the benefit of other license partnership’s good customer service in other areas as well as the advertising benefits of purchasing as a group. In addition, license partnership information gives you marketing tips, general business guidelines, and coaching to help you get

started. Training and ongoing support while growing your new license partnership business can be invaluable. Purchasing a license partnership business is not a guarantee of success, although the risk of failure is reduced by buying a license partnership. You’ll still need to work hard to be successful.

Turnkey small business opportunity
Some license partnership operations offer turnkey packages, giving you almost everything you need to get going with your new small business opportunity. This can be a great help when you are starting out. Figure out exactly what they are supplying and how much that’s worth to you. It’s fair that you pay something for the ability to jump right into the small business opportunity, but you don’t want to spend all your profits before you even get started. Talk to other license partnership owners and find out their opinion about the turnkey package for starting a small business.

Investing in a license partnership for sale
Before you invest in a license partnership for sale, do an inventory of your skills, interests, goals and budget. Do your abilities and skills match up with the needs of running this particular license partnership? Can you afford to buy a license partnership in this industry with your budget? If you’re looking at an existing license partnership for sale, have an accountant look over the numbers with you. If the license partnership for sale would require multiple investors, have you got partners you feel comfortable with and are you all in agreement about the business plan? If you’re going to buy a license partnership and then hire a manager to run it, make sure that is fully accounted for in your budget. If the license partnership requires expertise in an area you are lacking, make sure you have you leads on finding those skills.

Starting a Business
Starting a business is very exciting but also very nerve-wracking. No matter how much you plan in advance on how to start a small business, there are sure to be a few things that don’t go according to plan. You should have some contingency plans and ideas for how you will fare if sales do not go as well as intended or something costs more than you had anticipated. Try to find other people who are also starting a business (maybe you can share some expenses–or at least ideas). Networking with your peers can bring you new customers and help you survive the sometimes rocky beginnings of self employment.

What is SalesMasters Global (SMG)?
SalesMasters Global is a full service sales and marketing firm that enables revenue growth by accelerating market gain through comprehensive modern marketing tools and services. SalesMasters has a dedicated, professional, results-driven marketing staff with proven sales and marketing expertise who provides its clients direct marketing, web marketing, sales support, database services, and advanced sales force management.

Customers that contact SalesMasters for B2B appointment setting and sales lead generation understand the importance of outsourced sales. Our goal is to provide these companies with the best business leads and sales opportunities so they can focus on closing business instead of searching for business.

What qualification does SMG seeks in a potential Affiliate Business Operator?
These qualifications, among others, to be considered for a Joint Venture Operator:

• Has motivation and passion to operate a telemarketing business
• Has sufficient operational capacity to manage a business
• Has high personal integrity and financial means for the investment
• Has a residence within a commuting distance to the protected territory

What would be the legal format of our Affiliate Business deal?
For each territory we will form a separate partnership in the form of a LLC. Among other requirements, a SalesMasters License is required to operate the business.

Do you offer exclusive territories when you license the SalesMasters name?
Yes.  The size of the territory depends upon the demographics of the market and/or vertical market you intend to sell to.  Exclusive protected lead sourcing territory rights are then granted, although your services are not limited to physical areas and could be performed locally and/or worldwide.

What type of Dealership Support does SalesMasters Global Provide?
We provide our Joint Venture Business Operators with the necessary tools to continually obtain new customers and perform contracted services. In addition to our unique methods of operation, we offer many years of experience to provide you on-site consulting and telephone support.

• Profit Planning by Experienced Staff
• Operations and Sales Training
• Site Selection and Call Center Design
• Implementation of Proven Operating Methods
• New Prospecting Leads
• On-going Support in Managing Sales & Operational Activities
• Nationwide Marketing & Advertising
• Participation in Pooled Employee Benefits

How do you help with site location?
SMG helps you evaluate sites you have selected that meet criteria, that in our experience, give you the best opportunity for success. Armed with our knowledge of location specifications, as well as, lease terms and pricing, we can increase your likelihood of finding the best site for your business.

What are the initial cost requirements for a SMG Joint Venture Business Affiliate?
Typically, new Investor/Operator’s business costs range from $100,000 to $150,000 USD.  The Affiliate Licensing, legal arrangements, insurance, facility size, geography, pre-opening expenses, and equipment, will affect your business costs.

What are the minimum financial requirements to obtain a SMG Joint Venture Business Affiliate?
The minimum financial requirements for an individual or group is a net worth of $500,000 with $100,000 in liquid assets, which will vary depending upon location and other demographics.

Will SMG finance the costs of the License?
SalesMasters Global does not provide financing but will identify qualified lenders.

May I obtain the funds to purchase a Business Affiliate from a relative, friend, or associate?
Yes, however this would involve you in a type of partnership. Each group together must meet the financial qualifications and be willing to devote time and best efforts, to the operation of the business.

What is the availability of opportunities in my area of interest?
The availability of Licenses in specific geographic areas must be discussed with SalesMasters Global Licensing personnel.  However, as you can appreciate, SalesMasters Global cannot predict which locations will be available when the qualification process is complete.  Therefore, geographic flexibility is a characteristic we seek in candidates.

What kind of return may I expect to make on my investment?
Profitability varies depending upon a number of factors including sales, location, operating cost, and the ability of the Operator to manage and control his business.  SMG cannot answer questions related to profit and loss.  Business licensing law prohibits SMG from making any earning claims.  However, as part of your due diligence, we provide financial Performa planning tools where you are able to estimate your potential income/loss and working capital requirements.

How do I secure a SMG Business Affiliation?
Fill-out the Request for Consideration Form or call SMG at (888)-800-8078, and we will discuss with you the availability of an exclusive licensed territory in your market area, and the requirements for entering into a Affiliate Business Agreement.