Franchisees Praise Work-Life Balance and Personal Fulfillment
Oliver’s Nannies gives moms – whether they’re franchisees, clients or even the brand’s founder – the opportunity to balance their careers with a rich family life. That’s an accomplishment worth celebrating on Mother’s Day and every day, founder and CEO Kathy Livingston (above, with her three children). says. “We aim to be one of the best franchises for moms.”
She emphasizes that mothers excel as Oliver’s Nannies franchisees. “Franchisees and business owners in general often wear many hats, and moms do this on a regular basis. The organizational skills combined with a nurturing side are often invaluable when it comes to building teams, creating success and serving clients.
“The Oliver’s Nannies franchise gives space to its client moms, making time available for each role of their identity. A mom is able to get to her own work, hobbies and recreation by having help whenever needed. That way, when it comes down to time with the kids, there are no distractions, and a mom can focus on her family.”
Mothers as Franchisees
Oliver’s Nannies franchisees Lauren Scagliotti and Susan Fernandez praise the brand’s schedule flexibility as particularly appealing for their families. And both bring a mother’s mindset to their businesses.
Fernandez, operator of two territories in East and West Orlando, observes that “most mothers struggle with the guilt of being torn between their careers and being there for their children. It’s one of the main reasons I chose to be a business owner. While the demands are high, especially for a new business, I can make my hours work around the needs of my family and my teenage daughters, Abigail and Kyleigh. I’m always able to put those special moments first. Being a business owner has allowed me to make my girls’ golf and theater activities that I might have missed if I were an employee at a corporation.”
Scagliotti, mom to Emmie, 11, and Evan, 14, prioritized scheduling freedom when she invested in her Lehigh Valley, Pa., franchise. “I wanted more flexibility with my kids’ activity and sports schedules,” and that happened. But she cautions that the tradeoff for flexible hours “means longer days, different hours and constant adaptability.”
Yet Scagliotti, who formerly worked in employment staffing and career counseling, says motherhood burnished the skills she needs to cope with her not-9-to-5 schedule while succeeding as an Oliver’s Nannies franchisee. “I can multitask, empathize with all ages, and plan and facilitate fun kids’ events. And as a mom, I understand the importance of reliable, quality childcare for every family.”
Fernandez says the franchise lifts burdens in a way that’s life-changing for clients. “Many mothers try to do it all themselves, but with us hiring and managing the nannies, we do all the work. That makes things much easier for families. I enjoy offering a stress-free solution for clients.”
An Emotionally Rewarding Franchise
Of course, pleasing clients is the name of the game for Oliver’s Nannies franchisees. “I really like that the franchise goes beyond the traditional concept of only placing nannies,” says Fernandez, who draws on past career experience in the home care industry. “We employ and manage our nannies while providing a customized childcare plan for each family. As I recruit nannies, I always consider if this is a person I would want to care for my children. Families are thankful that our nannies provide great childcare and go above and beyond for them. It is so rewarding to make a great match between a nanny and a family!”
Scagliotti echoes that sentiment, saying “it is truly rewarding to play a role in partnering with a family in a way to provide the most efficient care. When investing in the Oliver’s Nannies franchise, Kathy Livingston’s mission and values really resonated. I have loved putting together a great team of reliable caregivers, and I enjoy engaging with community members who might either benefit from our services or apply as caregivers. I couldn’t have done it without my client care coordinator, Lindsay Spear, who has been an outstanding source of support in developing the business.”
Best Franchise For Moms
For women looking to invest in a flexible, family-friendly business, Oliver’s Nannies ranks among the best franchises for moms thanks to its low overhead, community impact and emotional rewards.
- Childcare is a need, not a want, so it’s recession-resistant.
- Market demand is strong. The day care market in the United States reached $73.5 billion last year, according to IBISWorld industry research. The nation’s childcare market should reach more than $91.6 billion by 2030, growing more than 5.8% annually, ResearchAndMarkets.com projects.
- The franchise is affordable.
- The franchise can be either an owner-operator model or a semi-passive model employing an executive director.
- Owners may use their nanny services themselves.
- Most franchisee responsibilities aren’t deadline-driven, which fosters work-life balance. “In my spare time, you might catch me on my yoga mat, at the beach or curled up with a good book,” Fernandez says. Livingston prizes her quality time, too: “The business allows me to spend more time with my children. They’re very proud of Oliver’s Nannies. They understand the service and at community functions, they love to help promote what we do. That kind of work-life harmony is what makes Oliver’s Nannies one of the best franchises for moms today.”
For more information about opportunities for moms, visit the Oliver’s Nannies franchise website.
