I recently decided upon a new career path. It was a spontaneous inspiration fueled by a challenge that most of us face each day. Unbalanced tables. I have decided to invest in a fleet of commercial vans that will be: 1) Nimble. 2) Provide for the greatest impact and thus increased income. 3) Employ a great number of people. 4) Evolve into a franchise opportunity similar to McDonald’s.
It seems that every time I sit at a table in a restaurant lately, the table wobbles because the legs aren’t properly adjusted. I end up leveling it myself by installing a stack of napkins and/or sugar packets. While the process provides me with some temporary satisfaction that I have “righted a wrong”, it does not provide a long-term solution. I believe that I can help address this world-wide problem by developing a fleet of table levelers whose sole job will be to level the unleveled. My company’s name will be Napkins and Sugar Packets.
The concept is simple. Restaurant owners will subscribe to my service. My team of table leveling professionals will service each location weekly. We will ensure that each of your tables are level after each visit. If we are unable to fix the problem on site, we’ll bring the table in for adjustment and return it in a timely manner for a slight additional fee.
I have discovered through trial and error that the most effective way to employ the napkin and sugar packet combination is by wrapping the sugar packets in the napkins. While my process involves more time, and thus is more costly, the application provides for a more solid base. The wrapping technique that I employ not only provides the necessary height required, but allows the table leg to “settle” into the sugar packets. This additional procedure provides a more solid foundation.
You can’t scrimp when it comes to safety.
I’m still working out the details of the franchise opportunity but I have started a pilot program to ensure the model’s success. Right now I’m working out of the back of my Nissan Rogue. I am offering my service at no charge and in a spontaneous manner. I’m not out looking for troubled tables, but I find one I’m prepared to spring into action. I’m considering adding “gum removal” to the list of services that my franchisees will provide, however, I have no plans to pilot this myself.
Last week I returned to the site of one of my installations. I’m proud to say that after three weeks my original prototype was still functioning . One of the sugar packets had a slight leak but the table was still stable. I’m confident that my new “wrapped packet” technique will at least double the life of my application and provide greater value to my customers.
All of my installations thus far have taken place in Northern Michigan. If you happen into a casino snack bar or one of the many brew pubs and honky-tonks that my son-in-law, Sutton, has played this summer, you’ll probably see evidence of my work.
I’ll keep you posted on how things develop after I have completed the cost analysis. Blog readers wishing to become franchise operators will receive a discount.