Are Exit Sales Representatives allowed to undermine the growth of the Exit organization?
Exit Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- f) Duty of Loyalty. Sales Representative shall act under a duty of loyalty in support and in furtherance of the EXIT System and shall maintain a proper attitude toward the public, EXIT [Trade Name] and EXIT [Trade Name] Sales Representatives. Sales Representative shall not engage in any acts or activities that may disrupt or discredit the EXIT System, its operations or EXIT [Trade Name], or that may detract from or tend to undermine the growth of the EXIT [Trade Name] organization.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–235)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Exit's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Sales Representatives have a duty of loyalty to support and further the Exit system. They are explicitly prohibited from engaging in any actions that could disrupt, discredit, or undermine the growth of the Exit organization. This requirement ensures that all representatives act in the best interest of the company and maintain a positive image.
This duty of loyalty extends to maintaining a proper attitude towards the public, Exit itself, and fellow Exit Sales Representatives. This promotes a cohesive and supportive environment within the organization. The agreement also restricts Sales Representatives from engaging in activities that could mislead others into believing they are still affiliated with Exit after the termination of their agreement.
These measures are in place to protect Exit's brand and reputation, ensuring that representatives do not harm the company's goodwill or create confusion regarding their affiliation after they leave. This is a common practice in franchising, as franchisors need to protect their brand and system from damage caused by current or former representatives.