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Reaping the Benefits of Owning a CTi Small Business Dealership
Sonny Restivo
Concrete is an essential building material in modern construction, and as the demand for durable, attractive, and low-maintenance surfaces continues to grow, so does the need for innovative concrete solutions. One company leading the way in this industry is Concrete Technology Inc. (CTI). By offering cutting-edge products and systems, CTI has become a popular choice for entrepreneurs looking to start their own small business in the world of concrete resurfacing and decorative coatings. In this blog post, we will explore the numerous benefits of owning a Concrete Technology Inc. dealership and how it can lead to a rewarding and lucrative career.
1. Innovative and High-Quality Products
One of the most significant advantages of owning a CTI dealership is having access to their innovative and high-quality products. CTI's proprietary resurfacing systems and decorative coatings have been developed through years of research and development, ensuring that their clients receive the best possible solutions for their concrete needs. As a CTI small business owner, you'll be...
moreOwning a Decorative Concrete Business
Sonny Restivo
Owning your own small business has many benefits, from increased job satisfaction to the potential for financial freedom. You have the autonomy to make decisions about how to run your business and the ability to specialize in an area of interest or expertise. In addition, you can create a flexible schedule that works for you and gives you more control over your work life balance. If successful, owning a business can also bring financial rewards such as increasing income, investment opportunities, and tax breaks. With the right strategy and perseverance, there's no telling what success you could achieve!
The decorative concrete industry has grown rapidly in recent years due to its versatile and cost-effective applications. Decorative concrete can be used for flooring, driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks, fire pits, outdoor kitchen areas, and more. It is available in a variety of colors, patterns, textures and finishes which gives homeowners the opportunity to customize their outdoor space. Additionally, stamped or stained concrete requires minimal maintenance and is...
moreTraits of a Successful Franchisee
With the right person in charge, decorative concrete businesses can be lucrative and successful enterprises. But what does that right person look like? And what sets a successful franchisee or dealer apart from the rest of the competition? CTi Southeast has been helping small businesses succeed for close to three decades. Our team provides all the tools and training you need to own your own decorative concrete business. Read on to learn some of the traits of a successful franchisee, and get in touch with us today to learn more about starting your own decorative concrete business!
moreBest in Class Training
Concrete Technology Inc. prides itself on having some of the most talented, best trained Dealers in the industry. We provide these Dealers with ongoing training in many different formats.
- Online training via our Dealer support site.
- The CTi phone app provides our Dealers with many different ways to improve their application prowess.
- Our initial Dealer training is available for free to existing Dealers as their companies grow and they want to send additional employees to get better trained
- Advanced training on products and applications that make our Dealers more competitive in the field and better able to satisfy the needs of home and business owners across the country.
Give us a call today to get booked into one of these very informative training classes!
moreGrowing Your Own Business Through CTi: Franchise Success Stories
Shooting for success in the small business world can be stressful, especially in the early years.
That’s why franchise owners in the engineering and industrial field find CTi concrete to be such a reliable avenue. There’s little risk and a low investment cost. Turnkey packages for your own business are as low as $9,500. The acrylic concrete field is a niche industry, and because each franchise owns its own territory, there’s low competition.
But most importantly, there’s a quick return on investment—most CTi franchises see a positive cash flow within months.
The average CTi dealers collect on average $5.30 per square foot, and the average concrete driveway is 20 by 40 feet, meaning that each job typically collects around $4,240. Because the...
more5 Steps to Success as a CTi Dealer/Franchise Owner
It isn’t difficult to start your CTi business. The real work is in making it a success.
What does it take to do this? Confidence in your CTi products and service is a great start, but to make your franchise successful, you need to find opportunities to work and maximize your profits.
If you’re a new CTi dealer looking for a little guidance on how to get work and earn the money you know your services are worth, here are five basic steps to follow.
1. Market your company
Marketing is often intimidating because it involves convincing clients that you have the best service and product for them. It’s easy to feel insecure as you try to communicate your message.
Instead, frame it as educating prospective clients on how you can solve their problems. They have an ugly driveway. You have the solution! With that framing, it’s easier to put yourself out there.
How do you put yourself out there?
Our training course discusses this in more detail. But a few initial things you should do is set up a business website, begin posting...
moreConsidering a Career Change? 4 Professions That Transition Well to CTi Dealership Owners
CTi hears from a lot of prospective franchise owners who are looking to make a change. They want to make more money. They want more work-life balance. They want to be their own boss. And sometimes they want to change industries.
The CTi business model is ideal for making all of these changes and achieving your goals. However, while change is good, it can also be challenging. We have seen people from many different professions successfully transition to CTi dealership owners, such as airline pilots, teachers, bankers, truck drivers, and computer programmers. But some professionals seem best suited to our line of work.
Anyone with the drive and training to be a decorative concrete business owner can be a successful CTi dealership owner, but these following professions seem to transition exceptionally well into the role.
1. Concrete and Coatings Professionals
Anyone who has professionally worked with concrete or concrete coatings before has a small advantage in transitioning into a CTi dealership owner. While we recognize that most people...
more6 Ways to Know If Starting a CTi Decorative Concrete Business Is Right for You
How do you know if starting a CTi business is right for you?
This is a question all of our CTi franchise owners ask themselves at some point. Most know what they want from owning their own business. They just aren’t sure if a CTi franchise model is the right fit.
If this question has been on your mind, ask yourself these 6 other questions, and if your answers are yes, then we want to hear from you and get you started on your path to concrete business ownership!
1. Are you ready to be your own boss?
Are you ready to be in charge of your work schedule, salary, and success without answering to a superior? If you are ready to start a career where you call the shots, then you might be an ideal CTi dealer candidate.
Even though you will be using our products, your franchise is your business. You get to pick the name, run it as your own, and keep all of your profits. You don’t even pay franchise fees. While CTi trains you in our franchise business model and continues to lend support, you are still the boss.
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