In this show, I talk about some challenges we've run into, and a pretty major decision I'm making: to quit our residential business completely. Listen in as I talk through some of the reasons we're making this change, and what the plan is going forward. Originally aired Nov 20, 2023.By Mike Ghazaleh

In this show, I discuss a pivotal moment in the company as we shift into an investment phase, and focus on customer acquisition, and building our credibility online. It's a fairly risky strategy in terms of spending because, well, I might lose all of my money that I'm investing. Time will tell if it works. Originally aired 10/11/2023.…

One of the cornerstones of my cleaning company's business - has been higher quality than our competitors. But what happens when we don't live up to that standard? In this show, I discuss a day that seemingly would never end - when we had multiple bad reviews, and I almost shut the business down. It was a rough day. Originally aired Oct 2, 2023.…

Hitting $1M in revenue per year is a big milestone for a business. It marks the transition from a business that has no idea, into one that has begun to flesh out processes, procedures, and figured out how to acquire customers. In my opinion, if you can do $1M in a year - you're doing at least one part of your business right. For this reason, my pla…

Ever been afraid to reveal your prices to customers, dreading they might reject you for being too steep? I recall a real-life encounter where I quoted a higher than usual price, and to my surprise, the customer agreed! Through this experience, I learned that it's crucial to stand your ground on your pricing, even if it means facing rejections. Some…

Figuring out Google Ads can be a difficult thing. Figuring out where to spend money, what to tweak, and when to give up - can also be challenging. In today's show, I share some tips I've picked up after spending more money than I'd like to admit on Google Ads, in the hopes it helps you with your cleaning business, or service business! Originally ai…

In this episode, we'll discuss the true cost of starting a cleaning business. We'll also discuss the essentials - the things you must have when starting, and I'll even get a chance to share how much I spent starting Mission Cleaning Services. Episode originally aired 9/4/2023.By Mike Ghazaleh

If there's one thing that most high performers cannot disagree about - it's the fact that most people are allergic to hard work. In today's culture, it seems this rhetoric has increased significantly. In today's show, we'll discuss hard work, grinding, and why none if it is as bad as people make it sound. Originally Aired August 28, 2023.…

In 2007, I was in Northern Iraq, assigned to the 25th Infantry Division. While there, I decided to try out for the elite U.S. Army Special Forces. While I never fully got a chance to test myself in their selection process, I learned a lot preparing for it, and got some amazing wisdom dropped on me by some senior Special Forces soldiers. In today's …

In this show, we talk about good risk vs. bad risk, and more specifically, how to mitigate risk by creating an unfair advantage. This is one of the best business tips I picked up over the years, and I hope you find it useful. Originally aired August 21, 2023.By Mike Ghazaleh

In today's show, you'll hear the latest update as we prepare to officially open for business! Originally aired on Aug 17, 2023.By Mike Ghazaleh

In this episode, I share some advice given to me by a bonafide billionaire about starting a business. The advice was so good, that I re-read it every few months as a reminder. I absolutely had to share it with you. Originally aired Aug 14, 2023.By Mike Ghazaleh

As we begin our long journey to $1M/year in sales, we kick it off with our first update. We get our first recurring job, I freak out and delete our entire CRM, and generally am high-strung in this episode as I navigate the stressors of a new service-business owner. Originally aired August 10, 2023.By Mike Ghazaleh

Most entrepreneurs I know have lied to themselves at some point. This episode is all about breaking down those lies, and motivating you to take that idea and move forward. I'll discuss the three most common lies: Lack of time, Lack of money, Lack of ideas. Show originally aired on August 7, 2023.By Mike Ghazaleh

Ever wondered why businesses opt for surety bonds? Are they as beneficial as they seem, or is there a hidden catch that you're not aware of? Join me, your host Mike, as I navigate this complex topic, offering insights from my own experience running a house cleaning service. I’ll be explaining from the ground up what surety bonds are and why they mi…

Early in my entrepreneurial journey, I looked down on the service industry - more specifically, I viewed those types of businesses as poor investments of my time or money. The reality is, though, that there's a TON of opportunity in this space. In this show, we'll dive into where that opportunity is, and how to spot it - so hopefully you can be the…

In e-commerce, everyone knows email marketing is key. But in service businesses? Pressure washing? Cleaning companies? We'll discuss why it should be a key part of your strategy if it's not already. This episode originally aired July 28th, 2023.By Mike Ghazaleh

Ever wondered why your passion-driven entrepreneurial endeavours met an untimely demise? Brace yourself as we unveil the harsh truth about why falling in love with your business idea can spell disaster. From the depths of my personal experiences, I divulge the hard-hitting reality of seeing businesses crumble due to unforeseen circumstances and the…

Picture this: You’re flourishing in the tech industry, riding high on a wave of success. Then, out of the blue, you decide to pivot - due to unforeseen circumstances - and start a house cleaning business. Sounds crazy, right? It’s a turn of events that raised a lot of eyebrows, but for me, it was a decision grounded in entrepreneurial spirit and cr…