In this powerhouse episode, Mike Campion sits down with Alana and Cody Knox, owners of Knox Professional Cleaning, to talk about scaling a cleaning business the right way. They dive into the challenges of growing in a small town, why recurring revenue beats one-time jobs every time, and how niching down is the secret to real success. Mike doesn’t sugarcoat anything—he gets real about pricing, mindset, and why trying to “do it all” is a recipe for burnout. If you’re stuck juggling post-constructi...
Jun 30, 2025•21 min
What does it really take to build a million-dollar cleaning company? In this episode, Mike Campion and Lindsay Bjorklund tackle real questions from real cleaning business owners and break down how successful companies think differently. From avoiding costly client cancellations to cracking the code on landing bank contracts, Mike shares systems and mindset shifts that scale. He also answers whether social media (like TikTok) is worth your time—and the answer may surprise you. If you're ready to ...
Jun 27, 2025•30 min
In this episode, Mike Campion chats with Shawn Allman, owner of Polished Home in Manhattan, Kansas. Shawn shares how she went from feeling stuck at 20 clients and drowning in stress to doubling her revenue while cutting her work hours in half. She reveals the mindset shifts, simple systems, and team support that helped her break through her self-imposed ceiling. If you've ever felt like the only way to grow is to hustle harder, this episode will prove otherwise. Shawn’s story is proof that you d...
Jun 25, 2025•27 min
In this episode, Mike Campion is joined by Suzanne Bandick to help you fix the parts of your cleaning business that just aren’t working. Whether it’s bad clients, sloppy cleaners, or feeling burned out, they walk through a simple 5-step process to take back control. You’ll learn why ignoring problems never works, how to make a real decision to change, and the secret power of shifting your mindset. They also dig into why action without clarity leads to burnout—and how to avoid that trap. If you’r...
Jun 23, 2025•28 min
Struggling to grow your cleaning business or feeling overwhelmed with training and chaos? In this episode, Mike Campion and Lindsay Bjorklund dive into why SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) are the secret sauce for systematizing and scaling your cleaning company. Learn simple, step-by-step strategies to create SOPs without overthinking it—no giant binders required. Discover how to use tools like Loom and ChatGPT to quickly build training guides that actually work. Plus, hear why letting your ...
Jun 20, 2025•25 min
In this episode, Mike Campion and marketing guru Jackson Pinkoski break down the real difference between making $100K a year and $100K a month in your cleaning business. Spoiler alert: it’s not about fancier ads or flashier funnels—it’s about getting profitable, knowing your numbers, and building boring but repeatable systems that work. They dive into why your business needs solid foundations before scaling and how chasing shiny objects can wreck your growth. Jackson shares real examples, tough ...
Jun 18, 2025•28 min
In this episode of the Grow My Cleaning Company Podcast, Mike Campion and Lindsay Bjorklund dive into how to grow your cleaning business with reviews and referrals — the right way. Discover why automated review requests often fall flat and how a personal, heartfelt ask can skyrocket your Google reviews. Learn Mike’s top strategies for handling negative reviews without sounding defensive and how to turn upset customers into silent supporters. Plus, get expert tips on building strong referral part...
Jun 16, 2025•27 min
In this episode of the Grow My Cleaning Company podcast, Mike Campion chats with James Castek about his journey from a failed real estate venture to building a thriving residential cleaning business. James shares how he turned coaching setbacks into success, growing his cleaning company to over $30K in monthly recurring revenue. Learn how the right business model, smart systems, and solid hiring transformed his stress-filled 50-hour weeks into a profitable, part-time lifestyle. If you're looking...
Jun 13, 2025•23 min
In this episode, Mike Campion chats with James Castek, a cleaning business owner who went from side hustle to scaling success in under a year. James shares how he launched his janitorial business, grew it to over $15K/month, and built a team of rockstar cleaners — all without ever picking up a mop himself. They dive into hiring tips, finding the right clients, and what it really takes to grow your cleaning company the smart way. If you’re stuck doing it all and craving freedom, this episode is y...
Jun 11, 2025•23 min
Struggling with analysis paralysis in your cleaning business? In this episode, Mike Campion and Suzanne Bandick break down how indecision can slowly kill your momentum—and your profits. Learn why the most successful cleaning company owners make fast decisions, even without having all the facts. Discover simple mindset shifts and a 3-step strategy to stop overthinking and start growing. If you’ve ever wondered whether to hire, fire, raise prices, or invest in your business, this episode is a must...
Jun 09, 2025•28 min
In this episode, Mike Campion shares a powerful reality check for cleaning business owners chasing revenue instead of focusing on profit. He explains why a million-dollar cleaning company doesn't always mean financial freedom — and how real success comes from taking home money, not just making it. Mike dives into how to pay yourself properly, avoid common tax traps, and set clear profit goals. Whether you're running a small cleaning business or scaling fast, this episode will help you shift from...
Jun 06, 2025•29 min
In this episode of the Grow My Cleaning Company podcast, Mike Campion coaches Andrea Price as she plans to relaunch her cleaning business. After burning out from solo apartment turnovers, Andrea is ready to build a profitable residential cleaning company that runs without her in the field. Mike breaks down how to set clear goals, choose the right cleaning niche, and reverse-engineer a plan to hit $10K in monthly profit. They dive into hiring strategies, client acquisition, and how to scale with ...
Jun 04, 2025•21 min
In this episode, Mike Campion and Callum dive into the #1 mistake cleaning business owners make with marketing: talking to the wrong people. They break down why targeting everyone leads to wasted ad spend and how vanity metrics like likes and followers can actually hurt your growth. You’ll learn how to zero in on your ideal customer, filter out the wrong ones, and make your marketing dollars work harder. Whether you're running Facebook ads or printing flyers, this episode is your guide to gettin...
Jun 02, 2025•29 min
In this powerful episode, cleaning business coach Mike Campion shares the dirty truth about hiring reliable cleaners and scaling a successful cleaning company. If you've ever struggled with flaky employees or building a dependable cleaning team, this episode is for you. Mike breaks down a proven hiring system that helps cleaning business owners attract committed, core-values-driven team members. Learn why strong company culture, not just training, is the secret sauce to retaining great cleaning ...
May 30, 2025•26 min
Brakken and Nikkie Barben took a leap and bought a cleaning business with zero experience — and instantly hit chaos. In this episode, they share how they went from losing their whole team to building a growing, profitable company. With the help of coaching, smarter pricing, and the surprisingly powerful “free clean” offer, they turned things around fast. Nikkie went from burnout to boss mode, and Brakken finally had real numbers that made sense. Tune in to hear how they doubled their client base...
May 28, 2025•38 min
Ready to grow a million-dollar cleaning business? In this episode, Mike Campion and Suzanne Bandick break down the real secret: your mindset. They cover eight powerful mindset shifts that help cleaning business owners overcome fear, focus on what matters, and start thinking like true CEOs. You’ll learn how to build your identity, clear mental blocks, and stop letting fear drive the bus. If you’ve ever said, “I’m not good at tech,” or “I can’t raise my prices,” this episode will challenge that th...
May 26, 2025•29 min
Feeling stuck in your cleaning business and ready to grow without burning out? In this episode, Mike Campion and Lindsay Bjorklund answer real questions from owners like you — including how to scale without losing your sanity. They break down why picking the right clients matters more than picking more clients, and why hiring without a solid plan leads to chaos. You’ll learn the difference between running a business and just owning a job, plus how to raise prices the smart way. If you’re ready t...
May 23, 2025•25 min
Jackson "Pinkie" Pinkoski is back on the show, and he and Mike dive into the power of email marketing for cleaning business owners. They share why overthinking your emails is killing your momentum — and how short, consistent messages win every time. You'll learn the difference between evergreen and seasonal emails, and why one email won’t change your business — but 20 might. Mike also dishes out tips on keeping it simple, clear, and action-focused. If you’ve been stuck with “blank page syndrome,...
May 21, 2025•26 min
In this episode, Mike Campion and mindset coach Suzanne Bandick dive deep into the real reason many cleaning business owners stay stuck—fear and worry. It’s not lack of knowledge that holds us back, it’s those sneaky emotions that keep us frozen. Suzanne shares how these feelings hijack our actions and what to do instead. Learn how to replace fear with courage, swap worry for gratitude, and finally take the steps your business needs. Plus, discover why your success might just depend on the peopl...
May 19, 2025•23 min
In this episode, Mike dives into a big question for cleaning company owners: should you hire solo cleaners or teams? He breaks down why this decision isn’t just about logistics—it’s about building a business you actually enjoy. You’ll learn how to hire based on core values, create a team you love working with, and avoid getting stuck with staff who drain your energy. Mike also shares tips on how to handle pay raises and bonuses without breaking the bank. If you're ready to build a business that ...
May 16, 2025•26 min
Stuck at six figures in your cleaning business and ready to break into the million-dollar club? In this episode, Mike Campion and Jenell Newell reveal the three key upgrades every cleaning company owner must make: beliefs, systems, and community. They break down why mindset matters more than tactics, how simple systems can scale your business, and why the people around you either push you forward or hold you back. It’s straight talk with real steps you can take today. If you're ready to grow, th...
May 14, 2025•29 min
Referrals are great—until you’re ready to grow. In this episode, Mike Campion and Jackson Pinkoski break down why predictable marketing systems beat hoping and waiting for word-of-mouth. You'll hear real client stories, including one cleaning company owner who thought her hiring funnel was broken (spoiler: it wasn’t) and another who panicked over a $1,500 ad bill—until the math proved it was a goldmine. If you want to grow your cleaning business with confidence, this episode is your no-fluff gui...
May 12, 2025•27 min
Struggling with commercial cleaning bids or scared to walk into businesses? You’re not alone! In this episode, Mike Campion and Lindsay tackle real questions from cleaning business owners about how to price commercial jobs and overcome fear of cold outreach. Mike shares his dead-simple formula for profitable bids and explains why square footage can lead you astray. He also dives into the mindset shift needed to win big commercial clients — spoiler alert: it’s all about relationships, not sales. ...
May 09, 2025•24 min
In this replay of one of our top episodes ever, we dig into the messy, real-life side of running a business — the stuff most folks don’t talk about. Our guest shares how building systems helped them escape chaos and start growing with purpose. We also dive into hiring smart, treating your team right, and why putting profit first can save your sanity. Whether you're in the trenches or scaling fast, this conversation will hit home. No fluff, just honest insights and practical tips you can use toda...
May 07, 2025•25 min
In this replay of one of our top episodes ever, Mike Campion and Lindsay Bjorklund dive into the real reasons cleaning business owners stay stuck working too much. Mike challenges listeners to drop the COVID excuses and start thinking like true business owners—not worker bees. He shares how to stop cleaning without losing profit, and why your mindset is the biggest obstacle. They also tackle smart social media habits and what to do when employees are milking the clock. This episode is full of to...
May 05, 2025•22 min
In this AMA episode, Mike Campion tackles some of the biggest mindset traps cleaning business owners fall into — like trying to solve the wrong problem. From hiring legally to raising prices and setting boundaries with clients, Mike dishes out tough love with real-world strategies. He explains why you should never reshape your business around one person or opportunity, and why charging upfront is a game-changer. Plus, Mike shares how to build systems that scale and stop you from working yourself...
May 02, 2025•24 min
In this replay of one of our top episodes ever, Mike Campion and Suzanne Bandick break down the real superpower behind successful business owners: decision-making. If you've ever said, "I need to think about it," this one's for you — spoiler alert: you're probably just afraid. Mike and Suzanne get real about how avoiding decisions leads to stress, wasted time, and stalled growth. You'll learn how to make faster, better decisions using two simple questions, and why doing the kind thing isn’t alwa...
Apr 30, 2025•27 min
In this episode, Mike Campion teams up with marketing guru Jackson Pinkoski to talk about why cleaning business owners must diversify their lead sources. They bust the myth of the “magic lead machine” and show why relying on one platform—like Facebook or referrals—can leave you high and dry. Mike shares how testing, tweaking, and tracking your marketing over time builds real results. You’ll learn how to focus on the data (not the drama) and why slow months aren’t failures—they're part of the gam...
Apr 28, 2025•27 min
In this episode, Mike Campion tackles one of the biggest questions cleaning company owners face: When should I stop cleaning and start running my business? He dives deep into the mindset shift from cleaner to true business owner and breaks it down with simple math and straight talk. Mike shares why hiring is usually done wrong (hint: stop asking your cousin to help!) and how to build a real hiring system that actually works. He also explains how to set your business up so you can grow without co...
Apr 25, 2025•23 min
In this replay of a fan-favorite episode, Mike Campion and paid traffic expert Jackson Pinkoski break down the real differences between Google Ads and Facebook Ads. They dig into why using the same ad on both platforms is a rookie mistake, and how to craft messages that actually get clicks. Whether you want fast leads or a long-term audience, you'll learn how to use each platform the right way. Plus, they share why making your marketing all about you is the quickest way to lose business. Tune in...
Apr 23, 2025•27 min
