Have you ever wondered how you’ll step away from your spa - retirement, sale, succession? If the thought makes you freeze, you're not alone. In this episode of Spa Marketing Made Easy, Daniela opens up about the critical importance of planning your exit strategy well before you need it.

Discover why putting this off could cost you tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars—and how even smaller spa owners can walk away with six-figure payouts if they prepare thoughtfully. Whether your business is $50K or $2M, here’s your guide to planning your freedom—and building your spa legacy.

What you’ll learn during this episode:

• Why exit planning can’t be an afterthought

• Value factors that make your spa sellable, even if you’re not at $2M+

• Exit options for different revenue scenarios

• Multiples, add-backs, and what buyers actually pay for

• The importance of preparation vs. going to market unprepared

• Year-by-year checklist: Spiral your way to an exit-ready business

Resources Mentioned in Episode #449:  What’s Your Exit Strategy? Planning a Profitable Spa Exit, Step by Step

• Spa Marketing Made Easy EP 350 with Ben Hernandez (private equity insights)

• EP 422 with Susan Voss (spa acquisitions)

• Main Street Millionaire by Codie Sanchez (business acquisition strategies)

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ABOUT THE SPA MARKETING MADE EASY HOST 

 

 

About Your Host, Daniela Woerner

Daniela Woerner is the founder and CEO of Addo Aesthetics, a leading community for aesthetic professionals, and the creator of the Growth Factor® Framework—a proven system that has helped 582 six- and seven-figure spa owners scale their businesses with strategy and systems.

With nearly two decades in the aesthetics industry, Daniela has trained alongside top physician-dispensed brands, consulted with leading dermatologists, and helped thousands of spa professionals streamline their operations and maximize profitability.

Her mission? To transform overworked aesthetic professionals into Spa CEOs—building a business and life they love with the strategic systems needed for long-term financial growth.

As the host of the Spa Marketing Made Easy podcast, Daniela brings expert insights, real-world strategies, and in-depth conversations to help spa owners elevate their marketing, optimize their operations, and create sustainable success. With over 400 published episodes, 1 million+ downloads, and a ranking in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide, Spa Marketing Made Easy is the go-to resource for spa and aesthetic professionals looking to level up.

Tune in each week for actionable strategies, expert interviews, and inspiration to help you build a thriving, systemized, and scalable spa business!