The Business Opportunity

The Business Opportunity

Will I suit this business opportunity? No previous business or medical experience is necessary to own and operate a Qutis Clinic. We will teach you all you need to know. The business is designed for medical professionals including; doctors, dentists and nurses and non-medical professionals. Independent non-medical applicants who wish to develop their own Qutis business will be required to employ a suitably qualified medical professional. We will assist you in recruiting a registered nurse or doctor where necessary. All candidates will need to be interviewed and pass our selection process. We are looking for committed local partners who we can train and then trust with our brand and reputation to operate a replica of our existing successful business, based on MBNS clinic in Oxfordshire. What are the benefits of running my own clinic? Freedom, Independence and Choice This is your business, it should grow in value over the years and you can sell it whenever you choose. Many people are attracted to having their own business and working for themselves as this brings a level of independence and security which is not available in a normal job. Independence for many people may mean choosing how and when you work or having the simple freedom to collect the children from school. Franchising has been called a blueprint for success. In a nutshell, we show you how to replicate our existing successful business. There are never any guarantees, but we know from experience we have a model which reduces your risk and significantly improves your chance of success. Franchising works for many different businesses, in essence it is a partnership, we will always be there to train, advise and help you grow. We can support you in all areas, but you make the decisions. In fact, we only succeed if you succeed. An alternative is to start your own business alone but it is worth being aware of two facts; Statistics suggest only about 20% of new businesses survive the first three years, whereas Over 90% of Franchisees are profitable in their first year. Franchising is about reducing your risk, which is why the high street banks prefer lending to franchisees.

Significant Earnings Potential The non-surgical aesthetic skin treatment market is still in growth, it has continued to grow throughout the recent recession, and it is forecast to grow for the next five years at least. Our aim is to have franchisees earning a six figure salary in three years or earning a lower income than this but choosing to work fewer hours and play more! It does take effort and hard work to start on your own, but if you have a medical or business background you will have experienced both these already. Running your own Qutis Clinic means you would be working for yourself. Proven Business Model We have operated a successful and profitable Aesthetics Clinic, MBNS in Oxfordshire for 12 years. In that time we have frequently been asked to help others with their own business. So we have developed a complete franchise package, which will help any Nurse or Doctor set up their own business from scratch. No business experience is necessary. We give full training in all areas, starting with two weeks based in our training clinic, MBNS in Thame. We provide complete specialist support to guide you through the process of choosing premises, recruiting staff, using our patient booking software, finance and book keeping, creating your website, marketing your business and meeting all current legislation. We even help you raise finance when necessary. Treating Patients Helping your customers look their natural best will give you a great sense of satisfaction, which few jobs can match. We know from experience how a slight change in appearance can also bring a significant benefit to an individual s self esteem. Many of your clients will give you positive feedback and will be forever grateful for the treatments they have received. What Treatments does an Aesthetic Skin Clinic Provide? You will provide a range of treatments which fall into three broad areas; + + Dermal filler injections - Hyaluronic Acid based dermal filler products, which safely and effectively reduce lines and wrinkles, and creates volume, and improves skin appearance. + + Toxin injections - to relax facial muscles and reduce frown lines particularly in the forehead and around the eyes. + + Laser and IPL (intense pulsed light) hair removal and skin rejuvenation. We are continually reviewing and adding new treatments all the time, such as using toxin injections to treat migraines and using radio frequency for skin tightening.

Steps to becoming a Franchisee 1. Complete the website form and read this information and contact us. We then will conduct a short telephone interview. 2. Shadow a practitioner and/or attend a clinic open day allowing us to meet each other and ask questions over a coffee. 3. Detailed second meeting where we share all elements of the franchise model. We advise that you bring your partner, especially if this is going to be a joint decision. We need to be sure of your commitment before proceeding. 4. Decision to proceed is confirmed, after this you pay the deposit which secures your territory and the process to opening your business begins. 5. Business Planning in detail, where you will develop a business plan and cash flow forecast, with our assistance. This plan will give you confidence when presenting to your funding source. 6. Franchise Agreement signed, this is the last step prior to training. The balance of the license fee is transferred. 7. Training and Clinic Opening. You begin the two weeks training, followed by the opening week of your new business, with us on site to help and support you. What Training & Support do I get? Your initial training will be a minimum of two weeks based at our training clinic, MBNS in Oxfordshire. All of your training will be one-to-one or in very small groups of 2 to 3 franchisees. You will shadow, observe and practice all key areas of aesthetic treatments until you are totally confident with the procedures and with all elements of operating your business. We will spend time with you on site during your first week of opening and as required beyond this, to ensure the smooth running of your business. We will continue to support you throughout your entire time as a Qutis Franchisee. You will receive regular visits and business meetings with your regional franchise manager, where we jointly examine ways to grow your business and attract new customers. Our success is dependent upon your success. We work with you at every stage to;

INITIAL FINANCIAL PLANNING + + Show you a clear path to launch and operate your business, avoiding mistakes and saving money. + + Provide clear, simple financial plans for the first three years, based on a proven, successful clinic. + + Help you raise finance. We have met with several major banks and they have identified the Qutis franchise as a good opportunity for lending. + + Introduce simple, web-based accounting software to give you a clear overview of your business. PREMISES, TRAINING & PRE-LAUNCH + + Help you choose the right business premises, in the right location at the right price. + + Provide clear guidelines on building layout, signage and design. + + Provide a full list of all the equipment and suppliers you will need. + + Train you in all areas of Medical Aesthetics and business management. + + Market and promote your business with you to attract new customers and grow your sales. FIRST FEW WEEKS + + Work alongside you and support you during your first trading week in your business. + + Provide your web pages within the Qutis website. + + Provide access to a simple online system to book appointments and keep confidential patient records safe. + + Introduce a specialist national book keeping service compatible with your accounting software. ONGOING LIFELONG SUPPORT + + Provide coaching and support, face to face, over the phone and on-line for the life of your business. + + Help you recruit and train new staff as your business grows. + + Introduce you to other franchisees, to share ideas, support each other and grow faster. We continue to heavily advertise and grow the Qutis Clinic brand on the internet and elsewhere, so new clients are continuously attracted to your website where they can contact you and book appointments. We have two simple objectives, firstly to train you and ensure that your business is successful and secondly to market Qutis Clinics so customers choose us first and are continually attracted to your business. In summary, we work with you for the life of your business.

What will it Cost? It is worth remembering that an investment in your own business can be repaid to you by the business once it becomes profitable. In some senses this money is tied up rather than spent. It is also worth bearing in mind that this business opportunity can provide significant financial benefits when compared to the investment being made. The total investment in setting up your own business will range from 29,000 to 75,000.This figure includes the purchase of the franchise license fee, launch marketing, training costs, software setup, all equipment and decoration costs which are needed to operate from your own clinic. To most people this is a significant sum of money. However, we would suggest it is relatively low when compared to the potential rewards. We understand that for some people raising finance can present a new challenge. This is something which hundreds of people do every day and we will help you through the process, if required. When we meet with you, we will put all these figures into perspective and give you examples of loan repayments compared to sales turnover and forecast profit. The banks we are working with, have specialist franchise departments and have indicated they typically loan 50% - 70% of the total investment figure. Obviously, this is subject to each applicant s individual circumstances. What is it like setting up your own business? A few years ago Stephanie and I were Nurses working in the NHS. Whilst we both loved caring and treating patients, the work became increasingly more pressured and less patientcentred. We had often talked about starting our own business and so we finally plucked up the courage to leave our jobs and take the plunge. Fortunately, we could share the process and we worked together to find a property, arrange the finances and get everything in place to open our clinic for the first time. It was actually really difficult getting started with many more hurdles to overcome than we realised. Securing the property at the right rate, arranging finance and bank loans, refurbishment, book keeping, insurances, legal agreements, marketing to local potential clients, cash flow etc. were all new skills to us then. Knowing then, what we know now would have saved us thousands of pounds and a lot of wasted time. We wish there had been someone to show and help us back then! Marea Brennan Thorns, MSc, RN, NIP, Advanced Nurse Practitioner and co-owner MBNS Qutis

Ready to find out more? Many people are dissatisfied with their working lives and do little to change their circumstances. If you think what you have just read may present an opportunity which you would like to explore further, then contact us. Subject to your previous experience and a telephone call we will then arrange a convenient time for you to shadow a practitioner or for you to attend an open day with other potential candidates. Contact us now: Email info@qutisclinics.co.uk or Phone 01844 213007 We look forward to meeting you. Best Wishes The Qutis Team