The Cleaning Journey

If you're trying to start a cleaning business, break into commercial cleaning, or finally scale your cleaning company without burning out, this episode will hit close to home. In this conversation, we sit down with Denise Christopher, founder and owner of Attention to Detail Janitorial Services, a respected commercial cleaning business serving Ocean and Monmouth County, New Jersey. Denise shares h...

Growing a cleaning business doesn't have to mean burnout, chaos, or constant turnover. In this episode, we break down what it really takes to build a commercial cleaning business with strong systems, loyal clients, and a team you can trust. Rina Solano-Castillo is the CEO and founder of Pure and Clean Cleaning, which she launched in 2020 with a clear vision: to build the Pacific Northwest's leadin...

How to Start a Cleaning Business With Quality That Sells Itself If you want to learn how to start a cleaning business that clients rave about before you even sell them anything, this episode is your blueprint. Most cleaning business start up owners rush into adding services—but today's guest shows why the companies that grow the fastest are the ones that put quality and training first. In this con...

How to Start a Cleaning Business Even If You Don't Feel Ready Starting a cleaning business feels overwhelming when you don't feel ready, no plan, no experience, and a lot of fear. In this episode of the Cleaning Journey Podcast, Misa sits down with Swaara Heli, the owner of Made for Condos, whose story proves you can begin long before you feel confident. Whether you're launching a cleaning busines...

Running a cleaning business is more than systems and schedules — it's leadership, instincts, boundaries, and learning from the painful moments no one talks about. In today's episode, I'm joined by Donna Dougherty, founder of Go Green Cleaning Experts, an eco-friendly residential and commercial cleaning business based in Pennsylvania. Donna opens up about the season when cleaning business mistakes,...

How to Start a Cleaning Business Without These Cleaning Business Mistakes Starting a cleaning business is exciting, until the mistakes you don't even know you're making start holding you back. In this episode, we break down how to start a cleaning business the right way, so you can avoid the setbacks most new owners struggle with. Whether you're launching a cleaning business start-up, a commercial...

In this episode of The Cleaning Journey Podcast, Yvette Peguero, founder of Evie's Cleaners, shares her story of turning a layoff into a thriving cleaning business. She opens up about her journey from residential to commercial cleaning, her approach to hiring and onboarding, and the importance of leadership and team culture. Yvette explains how she uses Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to keep...

In this episode, Misa sits down to uncover The #1 Mindset Shift That Took Her Cleaning Business to the Next Level. Whether you're just starting a cleaning business or ready to expand your commercial cleaning business, this conversation will show you how the right mindset can completely transform your results. If you've ever struggled with pricing, burnout, or self-doubt, you'll learn how to think...

She Quit Her 14-Year Government Job to Lead 11 Cleaning Teams! 💼 In this episode of The Cleaning Journey Podcast, Misa Avalos sits down with Poiette Noel, founder of No More Dust Maid Services, to uncover how she built a thriving cleaning business just one month before COVID hit, and turned it into a 7-figure success story. After 14 years in a secure federal career, Poiette made the bold leap int...

This episode features Misa Avalos interviewing Marie, a cleaning business owner from Westchester, Pennsylvania who scaled her company to approach the  million‑dollar  mark. Marie shares how she started the business after losing her hotel job during the pandemic and leveraged her housekeeping background to build a  professional service  rather than a solo cleaning gig. Key topics include: Starting...

In this episode of The Cleaning Journey Podcast, we sit down with Stephanie Pipkin, founder of Serene Clean, a highly rated cleaning service based in rural Wisconsin. Stephanie shares her inspiring journey from starting with a passion for cleaning to building a thriving, purpose-driven business built on family values, integrity, and continuous learning. 🌿 She opens up about the real challenges of...

In this episode of The Cleaning Journey Podcast , we sit down with Haileigh and Megan , co-owners of Sparkling Homes , to talk about how their cleaning business grew from humble beginnings to a thriving company built on faith, family, and integrity. 🙏✨ The sisters share how their foundational faith in Jesus Christ has guided every decision — from how they treat their clients to how they lead the...

In this episode, Misa sits down with Ashley Sternemann , owner of Perfection Cleaning , who has spent the last 18 years building a thriving cleaning business. Ashley shares her inspiring journey from a career in finance to becoming an entrepreneur, the challenges she faced in the early days, and how perseverance shaped her success. She highlights the importance of hiring the right people , buildin...

Want to work less and grow your cleaning business faster? In this episode, Misa sits down with Amy Sardone (Speed Cleaning) to unpack the simple systems that take you from owner‑operator to CEO—without sacrificing quality. We cover the 5‑day training system, how to "clone yourself" with measurable SOPs, and why non‑toxic, pro‑grade products help you protect your team, delight clients, and scale pr...

Ever dreamt of running your cleaning business from the beach while your team and clients rave about your service? Are you curious about how to Run Your Cleaning Business Remotely? Jessica Agate, owner of The Cleaning Diva LLC, reveals how she went from chaotic paper schedules and "doing it all" to leading a thriving cleaning company remotely. She shares why establishing core values (practice posit...

In this first episode of The Cleaning Journey Podcast , I sit down with Nicole, owner of Lavender Lush Cleaning , to talk about what really makes a cleaning business thrive. Nicole shares how focusing on the employee journey helps attract and retain great team members, how the customer journey creates loyal clients, and the sales strategies that keep her business growing. We also dive into the imp...