Grant left behind the corporate world in South Africa and found purpose, freedom, and family time with a Jim’s Handyman franchise in New Zealand. In this powerful testimonial, he shares what it’s really like running a handyman business — from juggling massive deck builds to fixing doorknobs, building client relationships, and managing work-life balance. If you’ve ever thought about leaving your desk job for something more fulfilling, this is your sign.

⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – The Instant Gratification of Helping Clients
0:28 – Meet Grant: From South Africa to NZ Handyman
1:10 – Why Jim’s Handyman Over Other Franchises
2:00 – What Makes South Africans Great Franchisees
3:10 – The Huge Variety of Handyman Work
4:50 – From Door Handles to Full Renovations
6:15 – Building a Trusted Network of Trades
7:05 – The Power of Fast Response & Presentation
8:00 – Jim’s Work Guarantee Builds Client Confidence
9:20 – Grant’s Process for Understanding Client Vision
11:00 – Why Renovations Add Value (Even if You’re Not Selling)
12:30 – How Grant Balances Work, Kids & Business
14:10 – The Support System Behind the Franchise
16:00 – How Team Meetings and Suppliers Help Boost Success
18:30 – Future Plans: Growing the Business with a Team
20:30 – Clearing Up the Franchise Fee Myth
22:00 – Who Should Join Jim’s Handyman: Traits That Thrive

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