
Why Most Small Businesses Fail—and How WRN Turns the Odds Around
Roughly 50% of small businesses fail within five years, and nearly two-thirds don’t survive a full decade, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The reasons are painfully consistent: weak planning, poor marketing, and lack of expert guidance. Ironically, most founders know they need help—but early-stage businesses rarely have the cash to afford qualified consultants. Instead, many fall prey to “experts” who have never actually built a successful company themselves. Contrast that with the world of franchising, where the numbers flip. Research from the U.S. Department of Commerce shows that over 90% of franchise businesses remain in operation after five years, compared to less than half of independent startups. The reason? Proven systems, clear accountability, and a support network that keeps owners from reinventing the wheel. That’s precisely where WRN Technologies and the World Referral Network (WRN) make the difference. WRN provides entrepreneurs with the same advantages as a



