Next Level Clean Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Benjamin Millen
Podcast Overview
<p>The <b>Next Level Clean Podcast</b> is for <b>window cleaners, pressure washers, and exterior cleaning pros</b> who want to build a business that actually lasts.</p><p></p><p>We cover practical systems, pricing, marketing, and growth strategies for home service businesses—alongside lessons on leadership, faith, responsibility, and long-term vision.</p><p></p><p>Most episodes are solo breakdowns of real problems service pros face, with clear action steps you can apply right away. Some episodes include interviews with other operators sharing real-world experience.</p><p>If you want to build well, grow intentionally, and think beyond short-term hustle, this podcast is for you.</p><p></p>
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1/12/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 28, 2026
How I Accidentally Started My First Window Cleaning Business
<p>In this episode of the Next Level Clean Podcast, Ben shares the origin story of how he accidentally got into window cleaning, started his first business, made a lot of rookie mistakes, and eventually learned why systems, tools, pricing, marketing, and community matter so much.<br /></p><p>Join the BluLadder Pro Network:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.skool.com/bluladder-7517/about?ref=0b2199f510a046c7993523587d80bcb2" target="_blank">https://www.skool.com/bluladder-7517/about?ref=0b2199f510a046c7993523587d80bcb2</a><br /></p><p>Ben starts with his early years doing construction work with his dad, flipping storage units during the recession, hanging Christmas lights, and eventually stumbling into window cleaning as a service he could offer year-round.<br /></p><p>This episode covers the real, messy beginning: cheap tools, bad towels, callbacks, low pricing, coupon deals, early lead sources, moving to New York, restarting from zero, discovering systems, and learning the value of community.<br /></p><p>If you are starting a window cleaning business, pressure washing business, or home service company, this episode is a reminder that you do not need to know everything on day one. But you do need to keep learning, keep improving, and surround yourself with people who can help you avoid unnecessary mistakes.</p><p><br />Topics covered:</p><p>• How Ben first got into window cleaning</p><p>• Early hustles during the recession</p><p>• Christmas lights as a stepping stone into windows</p><p>• First jobs and rookie mistakes</p><p>• Finding real tools and better supplies</p><p>• Learning from Window Cleaning Resource</p><p>• Using coupon deals as a lead magnet</p><p>• Pricing lessons learned the hard way</p><p>• Moving to New York and starting over</p><p>• Why CRM systems and business systems matter</p><p>• Why community helps business owners grow faster</p><p>• What the BluLadder Pro Network is being built to become<br /></p><p>Free BluLadder Pro Apps & Business Tools:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bluladder.com/pro/apps" target="_blank">https://bluladder.com/pro/apps</a></p><p></p><p>Try Jobber — the CRM Ben uses to run BluLadder:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://go.getjobber.com/bluladder" target="_blank">https://go.getjobber.com/bluladder</a></p><p></p><p>Window Cleaning Supplies Ben Recommends:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://windowcleaner.com/BM" target="_blank">https://windowcleaner.com/BM</a></p><p></p><p>If this episode helps you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another window cleaner or service business owner who is trying to figure things out.</p><p></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 Origin Story Overview</p><p>01:32 Early Hustles And Recession</p><p>04:27 Christmas Lights To Windows</p><p>06:51 First Jobs And Rookie Mistakes</p><p>09:26 Finding Real Tools And Leads</p><p>11:59 Coupon Deal Marketing Hack</p><p>13:37 Pricing Lessons And Partnerships</p><p>14:52 Moving To New York Reset</p><p>20:40 Blue Ladder And Systems Mindset</p><p>21:54 Why Community Matters</p><p>22:46 Inside The Skool Network</p><p>26:38 Future Resources And Closing</p>
June 3, 2026
Why Margin Matters More Than Hustle
<p>Most business owners think the answer is to stay busy.</p><p>Book more jobs. Work longer hours. Fill every opening on the calendar.<br /></p><p>But what if that's actually the thing holding you back?</p><p>In this episode of the Next Level Podcast, Ben shares a lesson that was reinforced after a hectic day of losing his truck keys and realizing how little margin he had built into his schedule.</p><p><br />We discuss:</p><p>• Why every business needs margin</p><p>• How to avoid burnout during busy seasons</p><p>• Rain-day scheduling strategies for service businesses</p><p>• Building flex days into your calendar</p><p>• Creating space for marketing, planning, and growth</p><p>• Seasonal business rhythms and annual planning</p><p>• Why protecting your time is one of the highest ROI activities you can do<br /></p><p>Whether you're a window cleaner, pressure washer, landscaper, contractor, or entrepreneur in any industry, this episode will challenge the idea that staying busy is always a good thing.<br /></p><p>The goal isn't to fill every available hour.</p><p>The goal is to build a business that gives you the freedom to think, plan, grow, and serve at a higher level.<br /></p><p>🔗 Join the BluLadder Pro Network:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.skool.com/bluladder-7517/about?ref=0b2199f510a046c7993523587d80bcb2" target="_blank">https://www.skool.com/bluladder-7517/about?ref=0b2199f510a046c7993523587d80bcb2</a></p><p>Inside you'll find business discussions, planning resources, marketing ideas, free tools, and a community of growth-minded service professionals.<br /></p><p>🔗 Free Business Tools:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bluladder.com/pro/apps" target="_blank">https://bluladder.com/pro/apps</a><br /></p><p>If you enjoyed the episode, consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with another business owner who needs a little more margin in their life.<br /></p><p>#NextLevelPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #TimeManagement #ServiceBusiness #BluLadder</p>
March 23, 2026
Yard Signs That Actually Get Leads (Featuring Mel from UZ Marketing)
<p>Yard signs still work—and in this episode, we break down exactly why.</p><p>I sat down with Mel from UZ Marketing to talk about how home service businesses can use yard signs to generate consistent leads through smart placement, simple design, and multi-touch marketing.</p><p>We also cover a practical QR code referral strategy that can turn one job into multiple customers in the same neighborhood.</p><p>If you’re relying only on digital ads, this episode will show you a more controllable, predictable way to grow.</p><hr /><p><b>Resources:</b></p><p>Get yard signs here:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://uzmarketing.com/?afmc=2lq" target="_blank">https://uzmarketing.com/?afmc=2lq</a></p><p>Start using Jobber:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://go.getjobber.com/bluladder" target="_blank">https://go.getjobber.com/bluladder</a></p>
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- What is Next Level Clean Podcast?
<p>The <b>Next Level Clean Podcast</b> is for <b>window cleaners, pressure washers, and exterior cleaning pros</b> who want to build a business that actually lasts.</p><p></p><p>We cover practical systems, pricing, marketing, and growth strategies for home service businesses—alongside lessons on leadership, faith, responsibility, and long-term vision.</p><p></p><p>Most episodes are solo breakdowns of real problems service pros face, with clear action steps you can apply right away. Some episodes include interviews with other operators sharing real-world experience.</p><p>If you want to build well, grow intentionally, and think beyond short-term hustle, this podcast is for you.</p><p></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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