The Johnny & Sergio Show

In this episode, we sit down with Paul Salama, who built his side hustle into a $130K/month business while still working his 9–5. We talk about how he got started, why he chose a home service business over other side hustles, how he runs the business remotely, the mistakes he made early on, how he found reliable contractors, and much more. If you’re looking for a realistic side hustle, a remote bu...

In this episode, Johnny sits down with Luis Garcia, the owner of Efficient Klean in Houston, Texas, who built his first remote cleaning business to $25K/month while still working full-time in the oil and gas industry. Luis shares how he got started with no prior business experience and how he now uses VAs, contractors, Google reviews, and local SEO to keep growing the business. We talk about the h...

In this episode, we sit down with Courtney Gholson, who went from working a corporate healthcare job to building a $17K/month cleaning business in Southern Illinois. After losing her house and feeling stuck in her 9–5, Courtney bet on herself and started a contractor-based cleaning business with no cleaning experience. We talk about how she got started, the challenges of hiring and managing cleane...

In this episode, we sit down with Logan Robison, who went from working a corporate finance job at Walmart to building a $700K/year cleaning business. We break down how he got started with zero experience, how he landed his first customers, and the exact moves he made to scale — including why he pivoted into Airbnb cleanings and how that helped accelerate growth. Logan shares the real numbers behin...

In this episode, Johnny and Sergio break down their step-by-step Facebook ads strategy that's working right now for cleaning and home service businesses — including how to get leads for as low as $5, why most people are overpaying and don't even know it, the exact setup that's generating 10x return for service businesses right now, and how to know if your ads are actually making you...

In this episode, Johnny and Sergio break down what’s changing in remote cleaning in 2026 and what that means for current and future business owners. They talk through the shifts they’re seeing in marketing, what’s not performing like it used to, and the adjustments that are making the biggest difference right now. If you’re building, scaling, or thinking about starting a remote cleaning business,...

In this episode, Johnny and Sergio sit down with Evan Rugen, founder of Let’s Get Funded, to break down how business funding really works. Evan shares how he gained access to over $1.5 million in business credit, explains the strategy behind 0% financing, and walks through how banks actually evaluate borrowers. They also discuss how entrepreneurs use funding to launch and scale businesses, manage...

Johnny and Sergio are back in person after a long break. In this episode, they explain why the podcast disappeared, what changed over the past year, and what’s coming next. They touch on recent updates, reflect on key lessons learned, and discuss the shift they’ve been quietly working on behind the scenes. This is a raw, honest update on where they’ve been — and where they’re headed next. Follow J...

Johnny and Sergio sat down with Glenn Mueller, CEO of the largest Domino's franchise in America. Glenn shares his journey to the top, the strategies behind building a franchise empire, and the key lessons every business owner should know to dominate their industry.  Follow Johnny & Sergio's Socials: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok Follow Johnny: LinkedIn | Twitter Follow Sergio: Twitter...

In this episode, Johnny and Sergio sit down with Mike Andes, the founder of Augusta Lawn Care, which has grown to over 150 locations in the U.S., Canada, and Australia. Mike shares his story of starting out by mowing lawns as a teen and building a multimillion-dollar franchise. They explore what makes Augusta Lawn Care different, including its flat-rate franchise model and the use of advanced tech...

Johnny & Sergio chat with Daniel Feliciano, co-founder and CEO of Clotheslyne, a venture-backed startup transforming the laundry industry through a gig economy model. Dan shares his journey from military aviation to building a tech startup, discussing the challenges of scaling a two-sided marketplace, the importance of customer service, and the limitless potential of the laundry business. Whet...

In this episode, Johnny and Sergio chat with Verne Harnish, founder of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and author of Scaling Up. Verne reveals key strategies for scaling businesses, focusing on attracting and retaining top talent in the home services industry. They discuss the power of a strong company culture, effective daily huddles, and recruitment tactics that can transform your workforce...

Johnny & Sergio sit down with Andrew Rampulla, a 20-year-old entrepreneur who's already on track to hit $500,000 in revenue with his service business, The Softwash Company. Andrew shares his journey from making $500 in three days with a borrowed pressure washer to building a thriving business in just two years. We dive into his early struggles and the key decisions that propelled his rapi...

Johnny and Sergio sit down with Bill Canady, the CEO behind two massive companies worth a combined $2.5 billion. With over 30 years of global leadership under his belt, Bill breaks down how he juggles scaling billion-dollar businesses, keeping teams in sync, and boosting profits. They also chat about the differences between running a million-dollar business versus a twenty-million-dollar one and d...

Johnny & Sergio chat with Aaron Harper, who went from Hollywood Talent Manager to CEO of Rolling Suds, now the world’s largest power washing franchise with 197 locations. Aaron shares his story of building a power washing empire and the strategies that fueled his success. They discuss key topics like quality control, franchise growth, and the advantages of franchising over starting your own bu...

Johnny & Sergio have a chat with the Founding CEO and Partner of Bubba Gump Shrimp Company, Scott Barnett. He shares his inspiring story, from parking lot attendant to CEO of multiple 8 to 9 figure restaurants. He tells about the challenges he faced, lessons learned, the importance of good leadership, and all the sauce on how to build a successful restaurant business.  About Scott Barnett: Fou...

Johnny & Sergio tell the full story, from start to sold, on how they built and scaled Orange Window Cleaning from $150 to 1.3 million dollars in just 4 years. They go in detail on how they found success in window cleaning, their marketing strategy, and the transition from W-2 employees to contractors. They also breakdown why and how they sold Orange Window Cleaning and how they could have impr...

Johnny & Sergio chat with Barron & Helen about the incredible success they've had with their remote cleaning business in San Antonio called Alpha Elite Service. After joining Home Service Academy 9 months ago they've already skyrocketed their business to $55k/mo and continue to grow. The guys speak to them about their entrepreneurial journey, running their business with full-time...

Johnny & Sergio talk about various ways to improve your cleaning business profits. They dive deep into how important your P&L (profit & loss) is for the financial success of your cleaning business such as the most common mistakes they see and big expenses to look out for. They also discuss different strategies to acquire more leads and improve your cleaning business. Follow Johnny &amp...

Johnny & Sergio breakdown in detail why a remote cleaning business is a great option for people who already work a 9-5 job and are looking to start a cash flowing side hustle. They talk about how it works and how you can scale it into a 6-figure business. The guys also discuss exactly which type of job it pairs well with, startup costs, the time investment and much more. Follow Johnny & Se...

Johnny & Sergio sit down with Cameron Bawden and chat about his huge success in the home service industry. Cameron is the Founder and CEO of Green Mango Pest Control, Coconut House Cleaning, and Agave Auto Glass & Tint. The guys talk with him about how he got started on his entrepreneurial journey, how he's built multiple million dollar businesses, the importance of brand and company...

Johnny & Sergio chat with Sardor Umrdinov, founder and CEO of Home Alliance, a $100 million dollar company that helps homeowners find contractors they can trust to fulfill needs in appliance repair, HVAC, Plumbing, and more. Dive in with us as we learn more about Sardor's inspiring entrepreneurial journey, insight into his business, and loads of valuable advice and knowledge on the home s...

Johnny & Sergio chat and reflect on several recent conversations they've had with very successful entrepreneurs from the podcast and networking events. The guys share their takeaways and lessons learned from these insightful conversations. They also discuss the mindset of these millionaires and what drives them to achieve greatness even when their business is facing hard times. Follow Joh...

Johnny & Sergio talk with serial entrepreneur, Chris Munn, who owns and operates 2 janitorial service businesses in Tampa Bay, FL. Chris tells the guys about his story of success, how he acquired the 2 janitorial businesses, how he structed the deals, lessons learned and insight into his latest business ventures. Janitorial services is just the tip of the iceberg for Chris, because he is also...

Johnny & Sergio chat with the founders of Pink's Window Services, Brandon Downer and Carter Smith. Pink's is a a window, gutter, power washing, and exterior cleaning franchise based in Austin, Texas. They are quickly revolutionizing the boring home service industry, so Johnny and Sergio needed the inside scoop of how they've done it. The guys chat with Brandon and Carter about t...