A Word from Jim's Mowing Franchisees

I was made redundant at the end of 2004. That hurt. I was determined to prove them wrong and build a successful business of my own but didn’t quite have the confidence to start completely from scratch. After doing a lot of research, I was convinced that Jim’s Mowing was the way to go. Not only did it offer a wide variety of work in the gardening sector but there was also the support of a very successful organisation. Having been office based for 24 years and not lifting anything heavier than a phone, I was nervous about venturing ‘outside’ but I needn’t have been, as I received a thorough Induction and Training course before mowing my first client’s lawn. I also knew that I would be rewarded the harder I worked due to the fixed monthly fee structure, which is quite unusual in the franchise industry.

Five years on, I have two full-time employees and take on seasonal workers to cope with the surge in summer work. My responsibilities within the organisation have grown to include those of a regional franchisor which covers the recruitment, training, coaching and supporting franchisees in Scotland, N. Ireland and the North of England. Not bad for a guy who was redundant.

David Hughson - Jim's Mowing Greenbank

I started my business on the 27th April and have enjoyed some busy weeks since this date.

I find that most of my work comes through the call centre and to date I have received a very professional service, which has been noted by my customers. I’m already looking to expand my business with a part time employee and more commercial equipment, I have contract work with a local town council (cemetery and sheltered housing)
and I am currently looking to tender for private estate contracts. I have been thoroughly happy with Jim's and have no regrets in my decision to buy a franchise.

I would also recommend Jim's to others.

Jody Chrich - Jim’s Mowing, Swindon

Starting my own business amounted to a leap of faith. I had never worked for myself before. I had a mortgage, a family and no end of financial and personal commitments.

By the same token, investing in a Jim's Mowing Franchise is one of the best decisions I have ever made.

I am my own boss and I can work my own hours. Mind you, some days can be quite long! The difference is I chose to work late if I want to, and it is only me who benefits from my hard work.

I am now fitter and healthier than I have ever been and I have made a lot of new friends amongst clients and other Jim's alike. The help I have received from other Jim's franchisees has been a great help. I wouldn't be able to offer some of the services I do without the help and education other Jim's have given me.

My franchise generates more income, in quicker time than I had predicted and I am looking forward to perhaps investing in regional rights one day.

Jim's Mowing is certainly a viable and profitable business, but one of the most satisfying aspects of the job (for me), is the fact I am constantly thanked, appreciated (and occasionally fed), by my clients and that's something it's difficult to put a value on.

Chris Kirkwood - Jim's Mowing Wilmslow

Starting Jim's Mowing Franchise here in Northern Ireland has been very exciting for my wife and I. We thoroughly researched the current market, upon conclusion we were aware of a niche gap in the Mowing and Garden Maintenance Sector and decided to purchase a Jim's Mowing Franchise. Our business excelled from Day one, referrals from friends and family and local advertising increased our clientele and earning potential. We service many clients maintaining their gardens on a regular basis and are hoping to receive commercial contracts within the coming months.

Owning your own business is great, you choose what hours you wish to work and the effort you put in reaps rewards for your own business. Knowing that you are part of a team, have the support, knowledge and proven system of the world's largest mowing and garden maintenance franchise system behind you is very reassuring.

Our Goal Jim's Mowing Dromore will strive to become and maintain a healthy, successful business that is a leader, not only within the lawn and garden maintenance industry in Northern Ireland, but within the entire Jim's Mowing Group. We look forward to our future adventures with Jim's.

Chris & Susan Grant - Jim's Mowing Dromore View profile

My franchise is very much my own business, but by the same token it is great to know that I am part of a team and that the Jim's support structure is always there for me.

Jon Dodd - Jim's Mowing Basingstoke