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The franchise industry provides an opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to follow their dreams of business ownership. This can be an especially enticing opportunity for military veterans seeking a new career path following their years of service.

For U.S. Marine Corps veteran&nbsp;Sean Washington, this opportunity came through <a href="https://www.assistinghands.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=veterans-in-franchising-sean-washington-of-assisting-hands-home-care-2707030" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Assisting Hands Home Care</a>. He found that the franchise aligned with his own values including a passion for teamwork and drive towards leadership. 

1851 connected with Washington to learn more about this chapter in his career path.

1851: Why did you decide to join the military? &nbsp;

Washington: I joined the military to serve my country and also to follow the path many of my family members had traveled.

1851: What was the most valuable thing your military experience taught you? &nbsp;

Washington: I learned many lessons in the military but the most valuable was learning how a strong team can achieve almost anything. 

1851: How did your military service prepare you for franchising? &nbsp;

Washington: It taught me management, team building and a sense of winning.

1851: What is it about Assisting Hands Home Care that attracted you to the brand? 

Washington: For one, the ability to help people in my civilian life and the biggest draw was that this franchise tries to operate as a family. Those that come into their circle receive support and open arms.

1851: What advice would you give to veterans who are looking to get into franchising? &nbsp;

Washington: I would say to definitely do your research. Find something that you truly want to do. Find a franchise that believes in the same core values you believe in. 

1851: What does franchising mean to you? 

Washington: Franchising for me means that I will have support while I begin my journey as an owner and a leader in my community.

1851: What would you like to achieve in franchising within the next 5 years? In 10?

Washington: In the next 5 years I will definitely have a strong impact in my community. By the 10 year mark, I should have expanded to connecting areas and have made our name a beacon for great care and service.

Veterans in Franchising: Sean Washington of Assisting Hands Home Care

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