Decision Insights

Exit flexibility and optionality shape long-term satisfaction more than most founders expect.

Franchising and independent ownership don’t eliminate risk — they redistribute it. Understanding where risk lives helps prevent regret.

Control and autonomy aren’t the same. Understanding the difference can prevent frustration later.

Franchising offers predictability. Independent ownership offers flexibility. Understanding the trade-off helps avoid regret later.

Owning a waxing business is stressful no matter the model. The real difference is where that pressure comes from — and whether it fits you.