Established
1986
Franchise Units
104
Minimum Investment
$156,000
Franchise Fee
$40,000
Total Investment Range
$213,000
Home Based
No
Description
AtWork is a leading staffing franchise that has been connecting businesses with top talent since 1986.With over 90 locations across the United States, AtWork offers a proven business model in the growing staffing industry.Whether you're an experienced entrepreneur or new to franchising, AtWork provides the tools, training, and support needed to build a successful staffing agency.
Why Invest in this Franchise?
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Proven Business Model: AtWork has a track record of success with franchisees generating an average gross profit of $604,309 in 2024.
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Low Initial Investment: With a total investment ranging from $153,500 to $210,500, AtWork offers one of the most affordable staffing franchise opportunities.
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Comprehensive Support: Franchisees receive extensive training, marketing assistance, and ongoing operational support to ensure success.
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Diverse Service Offerings: AtWork provides staffing solutions across various sectors, including light industrial, clerical, healthcare, and executive placements.
Background
- Established Year: 1986 (Knoxville, TN)
- Franchising Since: 1992
- Active Units: Over 104 locations across more than 30 states.
- Company Owned Units: 7
- Founder: John Hall
- Industry Category: Personnel & Staffing Services
- Brand Journey: What started as regional offices in East Tennessee has grown into a national powerhouse. The brand has evolved through several economic cycles, proving its resilience. Today, AtWork is recognized as a leader in both light industrial staffing and professional executive search, offering a scalable model for solo owners and multi-unit investors.
Support Training
AtWork is known for its "hands-on" approach. You don't need to be an HR expert to start; they teach you the industry from the ground up.
Pre-Launch Support: Dedicated territory analysis and a comprehensive Owner’s Launch Camp. This covers the "business of the business"—from P&L management to the staffing ecosystem.
Operational Training: Extensive training for both the owner and their staff, focusing on recruiting best practices, legal compliance, and sales effectiveness.
Field Training: A dedicated Field Operations Executive visits your site post-opening to help you execute your first sales calls and interviews in real-time.
Marketing Assistance: You receive a custom local digital presence, an annual marketing calendar, professional creative content, and national brand awareness campaigns to drive leads to your door.
Accounting & Admin: The corporate office acts as your back-room, managing workers' compensation, payroll processing, and client collections.
Ideal Candidate
AtWork looks for "Hunters," not just "Administrators." The most successful owners possess:
Business Background: Experience in B2B sales, account management, or recruitment is highly valued.
Mindset: A growth-oriented, entrepreneurial spirit. You should be comfortable networking and building high-level client relationships.
Management Skills: The ability to lead and motivate a small, high-energy team.
Investment Capability: A minimum net worth of $250,000 and liquid capital of at least $100,000–$150,000.
Community Connection: A strong preference for owners who are active in their local market, leveraging ties to secure regional contracts.
Financial Detail
Cash Investment: $150,000
Total Investment: $156,000 – $213,000
Minimum Net Worth: $250,000
Franchise Fee: $40,000
Royalty: 7% of sales
Ownership & Operational Details
Average Number of Employees: 2–4
Passive Ownership: No
Semi-Passive Ownership: No
Multi-Unit Ownership: Yes
Home Based: No
B2B: Yes — Owner must have 3–5 years of direct B2B sales experience
Master Franchise Opportunities: No