A proven track record of success makes buying a franchise from Padgett Business Services a great bet for accounting specialists on the hunt for small business opportunities. There is a reason Padgett's accounting franchise opportunities made the "Recommended Buys List" of National Business Employment Weekly; and why the Atlanta Journal Constitution referred to Padgett as "recognized experts in small business." That is high praise for Padgett's proven home based business opportunities; and proof positive of the depth and effectiveness of Padgett's comprehensive training and support system.

Each new franchisee that comes aboard with Padgett receives the same extensive training in the Padgett Marketing and Operations System. It is a training system honed over time; one benefiting from Padgett's four decades of unrivaled small business services that have produced countless satisfied clients. In a word, Padgett's Franchisee Training is comprehensive; featuring step by step courses and seminars on all major aspects of the business including:

• Day to day business management and client services

• Office set-up, employee management, client training and pro duct pricing

• Computer and technology

• Operating the Padgett software, which has been internally designed to allow your office to work productively and efficiently. This includes bookkeeping, payroll, record processing, bank reconciliations, data security and growth strategies

• Marketing and effectively selling your services to the business community. Includes how to find new clients and identify their needs.

Over the course of 30 years Padgett developed and tested a Professional Management System that ranks as one of the industry's finest, and as a franchisee you will become acquainted with this System of Operations in a way akin to second nature. By gaining a working knowledge of this system you will be able to manage your business in an efficient fashion from day one while providing the client service for which Padgett is known.

Both Padgett's marketing tools and programs as well as its operations tools are continually monitored and updated to ensure that your day to day business operations remain current and cutting edge. And when the day comes to put your training into action and branch out on your own, you'll benefit from the continued support system of this experienced, proven company.

Padgett's proven formula for success continues to breed new franchise opportunities for would-be entrepreneurs. Join the ranks of those who have ridden Padgett's comprehensive training and support systems to business success.