HOTWORX congratulates franchisees, Kajal and Kris Patel, who were awarded 2 franchise licenses in the Augusta-Aiken market and recently opened their Aiken, SC (Whiskey Rd) studio!

What originally motivated you to consider a business opportunity?
We were looking to expand our portfolio and branch off to a different industry. Kris and I both come from a family of business owners who are in the retail industry. These businesses were convenience stores, liquor stores, and a hotel. Kris is also a business owner with his own liquor store and Kajal is in HR.

What led you to explore franchising rather than an independent business?
Kris has started 3 successful independent businesses and we have realized the pros and cons of both independent vs franchise businesses. We love that franchising gives you all the tools you need to be successful rather than an independent where you have to figure everything out by yourself.

‍What was your initial impression of your first HOTWORX session?
Kajal was the first to join HOTWORX and introduce it to Kris. Kajal enjoyed her first HOTWORX workout, which was a Hot Cycle session. One weekend while Kris was visiting Kajal in her town, she took him to his first workout, which was a Hot Stretch session. We both loved the idea of the business and saw it as a great opportunity to bring one to Augusta where Kris lives.

‍How was your experience going through the HOTWORX Discovery Process?
We liked the Discovery Process and learning more about the business and how it came about.

‍How would you describe your Orientation Day and meeting the HOTWORX Executive Team?
What stood out to us the most was that everyone on the Executive Team seemed very close and had been working together for a long time, which makes this business feel like a family business. It touched our hearts, as this is what we have been used to with our own businesses, and we are so glad to be joining a franchise that is very close-knit.

‍What are the top 3 reasons you chose to franchise with HOTWORX?
1. We like the business model.
2. We think it will be a profitable business to get into.
3. Kajal has seen a lot of benefits from this business and would love to help bring others the joy she has of working out at HOTWORX.

‍What excites you the most in offering HOTWORX to your community?
We're most excited about how good it will make our community feel, just like we do after working out here.

‍What goals do you plan to accomplish in your first year as a HOTWORX franchisee?
By the end of our first year as HOTWORX franchisees, we plan to be starting on location number 2.

‍How will HOTWORX help you achieve your personal and professional goals?
It will help us gain knowledge on running a new type of business and give us more financial freedom.

Congratulations, Kajal & Kris, and welcome to the HOTWORX team!

Looking for a new business opportunity and want to learn more about HOTWORX?
Visit hotworx.net/franchising.

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