From personal debt to national leadership, Sharon Connell has lived on both sides of the financial journey.
Today, she leads the fastest-growing pet grooming division in the country—Jim’s Dog Wash—with over 250 franchisees and counting.
Her story is about more than dogs.
It’s about resilience, honesty, and building a business that works for real people.
Sharon Connell: From Financial Struggle to Franchise Leader
Before Jim’s Dog Wash, Sharon was in survival mode.
She was juggling credit card debt, working long shifts at the coal mine, and raising a family.
She started with Jim’s Cleaning, built her confidence, and then found her real calling—growing a dog grooming business with structure and support for every franchisee.
Growing Jim’s Dog Wash From 54 to 250+ Franchises
When Sharon took over, Jim’s Dog Wash had 54 franchisees.
Today, the division is thriving with over 250.
Sharon rebuilt the model around one thing: franchisee success.
She hired a dedicated team, removed sales pressure, and added systems that put support first.
“Franchises don’t have to share me with sales anymore. They have a dedicated support person. Support is a big thing in Jim’s—it really is.”
Passion Over Profit: How Sharon Connell Selects Franchisees
Sharon knows this isn’t a job for everyone.
Her first filter?
Passion for dogs.
“A lot of people think the money is the decider. But what they find out afterwards is that the money is not the important thing. What matters is getting out in the trailer and making sure you like it.”
She requires every potential franchisee to do a trial day before they sign.
If grooming breaks their spirit, it’s better they find out early.
“Some people, it hurts their soul to do it. That’s why a day in the trailer is so important.”
Jim’s Dog Wash Support That Starts Immediately
New franchisees receive:
- In-person and online grooming training
- One-on-one business coaching
- Marketing help and the freedom to run their own social media
- Regular support calls and troubleshooting sessions
“Customers love seeing photos of their dogs. Each franchisee can build their own following, post cancellations, or just show off happy clients.”
Sharon gives franchisees the power to grow their own identity while backed by the Jim’s brand.
Jim’s Dog Wash Delivers Financial Stability From Day One
Sharon’s biggest innovation?
Income support that’s simple, direct, and stress-free.
Every new franchisee receives:
- $2,500 minimum income per 4-week cycle
- Optional increases up to $25,000 per cycle, if needed
- All paid upfront in cash—not a loan or credit
Jim’s Dog Wash: Business That Fits Your Lifestyle
Jim’s Dog Wash isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Sharon supports different paths:
- Solo operators
- Parents looking for school-hour work
- Couples and teams
- Franchisees wanting to expand to salons or hire staff
“We’ve had people expand, others stay small, and some even take weekends off. That’s the freedom we offer.”
Even better? The leads keep coming.
The division consistently has more demand than it can service.
Sharon Connell: A Leader Who Gets It
Sharon isn’t a desk-bound manager.
She knows what it’s like to build from scratch.
“I was there once, struggling with bills and unsure what was next. That’s why I built this system the way I did.”
She’s now debt-free, owns multiple properties, and even helped her family buy a plane. But her real reward is watching others thrive.
“The best part is seeing someone go from fear to confidence, to know they’ve got something that works.”
Sharon Connell didn’t just fix her own life—she built a pathway for others to do the same.
Her division is built on honesty, structure, and real support.
“If you’ve got the passion—and you want real support—you’re in the right place.”
Want to Talk to Sharon Connell?
📞 Call 131 546 (Australia) or 0800 454 654 (New Zealand)
🌐 Visit jims.net → Choose Jim’s Dog Wash Franchise
📩 Book a trial day or request an info pack
Start your dog grooming business with someone who’s lived it, built it, and will walk with you the whole way.