Franchise

One Idea, Eight Franchises, 50 Jobs — Micro Business Success Story

9 Mar 2026

9 min

In this video, Liz Barclay speaks with Samantha Acton, the founder of Domestic Angels, a successful UK franchise business. Samantha shares her journey from starting with no business plan or experience in recruitment to now having eight franchises across the UK employing about 50 people. She highlights the challenges she faced, particularly in employing people and learning to manage wages. Samantha's story underscores the importance of curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to learn in the face...