What approval is required before a Focalpoint Coaching franchisee's Associate can provide services to clients?
Focalpoint_Coaching Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You may hire or retain up to 3 employees or independent contractors (each an "Associate") to assist you with the provision of the Services to clients. Associates you hire or
retain must be approved by us and must complete our Associate training program before providing the Services to your clients. (See Item 11)
Source: Item 16 — Restrictions on What the Franchisee May Sell (FDD pages 42–43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Focalpoint Coaching's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must obtain approval from Focalpoint Coaching before an Associate can provide services to clients. Furthermore, the Associate must complete Focalpoint Coaching's training program. A Focalpoint Coaching franchisee can hire or retain up to three employees or independent contractors to serve as Associates.
This requirement ensures that all individuals providing services under the Focalpoint Coaching brand meet the company's standards and are properly trained in their methods. This protects the brand's reputation and ensures consistent service quality across all franchise locations.
For a prospective franchisee, this means they cannot simply hire anyone to assist with coaching services. They must go through the process of getting the Associate approved by Focalpoint Coaching and ensure the Associate completes the required training program. This may involve additional time and costs, but it is a necessary step to maintain the integrity of the Focalpoint Coaching system.