In the last few years, the rise of the work-from-home culture has shifted how companies and people navigate work-life balance. Bringing work into the home has led to blurred lines and increased the casual and personalization or “social media-ification” of LinkedIn.

There’s a reason the franchise model continues to grow among entrepreneurs and those seeking independence and financial freedom.

According to data from the U.S. Census, franchises make up 10.5 percent of all businesses in the U.S.