Ep 6.24 How I Launched My Franchise Against the Odds

Amanda Gettes’ journey into franchising is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the power of making strategic choices. In this episode of The Free Agent, she shares how leaving a structured career in education, launching a failed startup, and navigating personal challenges led her to franchising as a path to financial stability and personal freedom. From securing an SBA loan on her own to mastering the nuances of the window treatment business, Amanda’s story highlights the grit required to build a business from the ground up—proving that success isn’t just about the right opportunity but the determination to see it through.