Join the Assist Founding Partner Pilot and get access to our Merlin AI report engine and our Monthly Business Workshops
Merlin provides the intel, you build the relationships, we provide the systems, training, and backend support.
Built for action-takers who are comfortable speaking to local business owners (not passive investors).
• Normal franchise price £8,995 + VAT
• Build yourself a recurring monthly income
• Refer prospective clients to our monthly workshops
• Over 200 local detailed reports supplied each month
Most people don’t fail because they can’t sell.
They fail because they don’t know:
Who to contact first
What to say
How to start a relevant conversation
Two reasons! First our internal AI engine, Merlin, helps identify local businesses and highlights likely growth gaps, missed opportunities, and “door opener” insights you can use to start better conversations. Second we host monthly free workshops for local businesses, you invite, we deliver.
Illustrative milestone example based on consistent outreach, follow-up, and client retention. Results vary and are not guaranteed.
Illustrative milestone example based on consistent outreach, follow-up, and client retention. Results vary and are not guaranteed.
A tight three-step flow designed for sellers who prefer conversation-driven outreach.
50 call-ready leads per week per territory (200/month) with 95% phone coverage and best-effort email enrichment
Business details
Owner contact information (if available)
Likely opportunity signals and issues we will be able to help with
A conversation angle (“the hook”)
'Merlin doesn’t just find a number. It helps you start the conversation'.
Your role is the part AI can’t do:
Local outreach
Trust-building
Follow-up
Turning interest into clients
Use the free monthly workshops
This can be through:
Business networking groups
Phone calls
Referrals
Local introductions
Face to Face meetings
Inviting business owners to our free monthly workshops
Assist provides:
onboarding systems
training and scripts
backend fulfilment framework
defined support process
monthly free workshop
Marketing strategy and systems
You focus on bringing clients in.
We support the engine behind the scenes
Founding Partner access in an approved territory
Merlin AI opportunity engine access 200 reports supplied each month
Onboarding and setup
Initial sales and outreach training
Scripts and messaging frameworks
Client onboarding process
Defined HQ support and backend delivery structure
Weekly accountability and milestone framework
Priority option to upgrade to full franchise later
We’re building this the right way.
Enhance the model across multiple areas
Gather in depth case studies
Refine the system and process
Identify the best practices
Closer support
Earlier territory access
Direct founder involvement
A huge saving on the normal £8,995 franchise price
• Comfortable speaking directly to business owners
• Willing to follow a weekly outreach routine and log activity
• You’re coachable and willing to use a system
• You want recurring income, not one-off deals
• You want to focus on sales and relationships (not tech delivery)
• Seeking passive income or minimal work
• Unwilling to do calls, networking or consistent outreach
• Looking for 'get rich quick' guarantees
• Unwilling to follow a defined process or HQ guidance
Territory allocation (pilot basis)
Onboarding and setup
Initial training
Launch support
Access to Merlin and the monthly reports
Weekly review framework
Gives full access to our portal
Email support
Client pays £59 + VAT per month
You retain £40 per month
Gives full access to our portal
Done for you support
Client pays £195 + VAT per month
You retain £145 per month
Gives full access to our portal
Done for you support
Done for you marketing
Client pays £395 + VAT per month
You retain £225 per month
• Monthly management fee: £175 + VAT
Merlin is our proprietary AI engine that analyses signals such as Google ranking, website issues and likely missed lead responses, online presence gaps and engagement patterns. Merlin then creates a detailed opportunity report with suggested hooks and contact points for you to use in outreach. We show Merlin in action during the discovery call.
Reviewing Merlin opportunity reports
Contacting local businesses (phone, in person, networking, follow-up)
Booking conversations
Invite business owners to our monthly workshop
Introducing suitable businesses to Assist services
Logging activity and outcomes
Attending a weekly review/check-in
If you do the work and follow the system, this model gives you a strong starting point every week
Most business owners ignore generic marketing pitches. They pay attention when you show them something relevant. Merlin helps you approach businesses with a practical angle:
Missed lead response signals on their website
Google review issues
Client conversion gaps
Follow-up problems
Growth opportunities
Intrigued what AI can do for them
That makes your outreach feel like help — not a cold pitch.
I used to worry about how many bookings we were missing when phones were busy. Now enquiries are tracked and followed up — I can switch off at night. — Claire T., Salon Owner
HQ keeps an eye on our numbers and suggests fixes before we ask. It’s taken a huge weight off my shoulders. — David H., Multi-site Retailer
The review flow built into the system has transformed our reputation. New clients often say they chose us because of the visible reviews. — Sami B., Beauty Clinic Owner
Phones are quieter but our appointment book is fuller. The PA handles chasing and follow-up so my team can focus on patients. — Dr Sarah K., Dental Practice Owner
Not at the start. This is the Founding Partner Pilot phase, designed to prove and refine the model with a small number of serious operators before wider franchise rollout. After the initial 3-month pilot period, if both parties agree the partnership is working well and the agreed performance standards are being met, you will be offered the opportunity to convert to a full 5-year franchise for your area. As a Founding Partner, your franchise upgrade fee is a pilot-only rate of £1,250 + VAT. If the agreed performance standards have not yet been met by month 3, the pilot may continue (subject to review) for up to a further 3 months under the pilot terms, with support focused on helping you reach the milestones. If the agreed performance standards are still not met by month 6, the pilot agreement may end and the territory may be released. Performance is assessed against agreed activity, pipeline, and client acquisition milestones set out in your pilot agreement.
No. This is an active sales and outreach role. HQ supplies systems, training and leads intelligence; franchisees must perform outreach, calls and local networking.
You don’t need pro sales experience, but you must be comfortable speaking to business owners and following scripts. We filter for people who will do calls and follow a weekly routine.
Training covers Merlin reports, outreach scripts, onboarding clients, the delivery scope HQ handles, reporting and compliance. Training is required before trading.
Partner Pilot: local outreach, discovery, sales and account growth. HQ: Merlin opportunity engine, onboarding, systems, product delivery within defined scope, reporting and backend support.
Pilot partners receive provisional territory protection during the pilot period, subject to active participation, payment status, and milestone compliance. Full exclusivity is granted only once the full franchise agreement is signed and all conditions are met.
Available territories are selected for the Stage 1 Pilot. Applicants name preferred territories on the form; HQ confirms availability during the discovery process.
Onboarding, playbooks, Merlin access, monthly check-ins and HQ-managed delivery for client packages as per defined scope.
Yes, if you can commit to a consistent weekly outreach routine and follow the system.
We’re keeping the pilot limited so we can support partners properly and gather quality proof.
No. Results vary based on activity, conversion rates, retention, and local market conditions. We provide the tools and support, but execution matters.
You’ll complete a short pre-qualification form, then we’ll arrange a discovery call to check fit, explain the model, and discuss territory options.
If you’re good with people, willing to do the outreach, and want a structured recurring-income business with real support behind it, this could be the right fit.
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If you’re comfortable speaking to business owners and ready to follow a proven outreach routine, apply now. Merlin demo is shown on the discovery call.
For action‑takers only. Not a passive investment. Merlin demo on discovery call.

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• No earnings guarantees. Illustrative projections only; results vary based on effort, conversion and market.
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