Is Gokhale Method obligated to provide ongoing advice regarding the Gokhale Way?

According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, Gokhale Method may provide ongoing advice regarding the Gokhale Way, but is not obligated to do so. Specifically, Gokhale Method has the discretion to advise franchisees from time to time during the term of the agreement.

The advice, if given, may be furnished in the Teachers' Manual or in Policy Statements, during telephone conversations, through Internet sessions, live conversations or otherwise. The advice may concern any aspect of the Franchised Business, and the franchisee must follow it unless otherwise specified.

This clause indicates that while Gokhale Method is not required to provide ongoing advice, if they do, the franchisee is generally expected to follow it. This allows Gokhale Method to maintain standards and consistency across all franchise locations, while also retaining flexibility in how they support their franchisees. Prospective franchisees should clarify the typical frequency, nature, and means of ongoing support provided by Gokhale Method to better understand the level of assistance they can expect.