Every day is different at Driver Hire
Ever wondered what it’s like to run a Driver Hire franchise? Managing one is a dynamic job that blends sales, recruitment, and customer service in a fast-paced environment. While every day brings fresh challenges, franchise owners consistently carry out key tasks. Here’s a brief look at what a day might involve:
Morning: early start and customer focus
Start your day at the office by 8:00 AM and reach out to your top customers. Securing a new booking and matching it with the perfect driver gives you a strong beginning. By contacting important clients early, you increase your chances of landing bookings before competitors.
By 09:30, it’s time for a quick team meeting to review targets, update diaries, and plan client visits. Sales materials and compliance documents are prepared for the day ahead.
Mid-morning: sales and client visits
Franchisees often spend part of the morning visiting clients, whilst the team back in the office continues with the operational tasks. This involves:
- Meeting new prospects identified through marketing campaigns.
- Reviewing accounts with existing customers.
- Ensuring compliance and updating workplace assessments for ISO standards.
These visits aren’t just about selling – they’re about building trust and strengthening relationships.
Afternoon: recruitment and operations
Back at the office, the focus shifts to recruitment and admin:
- Handling incoming calls and filling bookings.
- Interviewing candidates and checking references.
- Placing successful drivers into roles – often for the very next day.
Recruitment is fast-moving and requires strong organisational skills.
End of day: team wrap-up
Before finishing in the office around 17:00, the team reviews progress and plans for tomorrow. It’s a chance to celebrate wins and ensure everyone is aligned. The landline phone is diverted to a mobile phone, and one of your team (which could include you) takes the mobile home.
Evening and overnight: 24/7 service
Driver Hire provides round the clock support to clients and candidates. A client may urgently need a driver early in the morning, for example, and this dedicated and flexible service helps you pick up valuable business. Typically, the mobile phone is shared between staff members and the franchise owner, so you take it in turns to provide the out-of-hours service.
What makes it rewarding?
Every day is different. You’ll be:
- Building relationships with clients.
- Helping drivers find work.
- Leading a motivated team.
- Growing a profitable business with the backing of an award-winning franchisor.
It’s hands-on, challenging, and hugely rewarding – especially with Driver Hire’s proven systems and comprehensive support.
Ready to take the next step? Explore how you can join our network of successful franchisees. Get in touch today.