Post Office franchise and application videos

Thinking about becoming a Postmaster? Want to know what it’s really like to run, buy, or apply for a Post Office? Our video library gives you insider access to the entire journey — from real applicant walkthroughs to expert interview tips and Post Office overviews.
 
Whether you’re just exploring or ready to apply, these short Post Office franchise and application videos will help you take the next step with clarity and confidence.

Post Office franchise and application videos

Application Explained

Understand the full Postmaster application process step by step. This video breaks down what you’ll need, how to complete your forms, and what the Post Office is really looking for in a strong candidate.

Post Office franchise and application videos

Business Plan Discoveries

This essential video explains how to build a compelling business plan for your Post Office opportunity — including key financials, market insights, and what makes a plan successful during assessment.

Post Office franchise and application videos

Interview Excellence

Prepare to ace your Postmaster interview with real tips from franchising professionals. Learn what questions to expect, how to stand out, and how to showcase your readiness and retail experience.

Post Office franchise and application videos

How do you decide who to use?

We understand how important this is for you. We have been there ourselves and understand this is a trusted position. Thats why our ethos is to do whatever it takes to get our clients appointed!  We have also created lots of tools to support you through this process to make it as quick and easy for you as possible. Based on our experience of helping 000’s of applicants, here are a few pointers on how we feel you should make your decision:

 

EXPERIENCE AND SUCCESS

Where do they get their insight? Is it based on real branch experience?

Do they have personal experience of the interviews?

What is the success rate?

Have they raised finance for their own Post Office ventures before?


COST AND VALUE FOR MONEY

How does their cost compare, and what extras are included?

Will they talk to different parties involved in your transaction to ensure a smooth process?

Do they limit the number of applications to ensure the best service for you?

Do they have real-life experience in growing SAR branch sales?


NO TIME LIMITS

Will your chosen partner will be with from start to finish, no questions asked?

What can they do once you are appointed?


PICK AND MIX TOOLS

Do they have a “one size fits all” approach?

Do they provide videos and quizzes so you can learn in your own time?

Will you get worksheets to use to practice for an interview?

Can you access Interview webinars?

What advice would you give about the business plan or interview?

“It was spot on..”

What advice would you give about the business plan or interview?

“Prepare for the interview like a pitch: explain how you’ll manage staff, stay compliant, and increase footfall through digital and physical marketing”

What advice would you give about the business plan or interview?

“Include community impact in your plan — like pensioners relying on cash or rural residents using banking services. This showed I understood the social role of the Post Office.”

What advice would you give about the business plan or interview?

“Talk about your retail experience and how it links to customer service expectations in the Post Office. Operational awareness is a major interview theme.”

What advice would you give about the business plan or interview?

“Bring real figures into your business plan — including local demographics and nearby competitor branches. I used Office for National Statistics data to back up my forecast.”

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