The Business of Cleaning Podcast is your number one source for information on the commercial cleaning industry. We release new episodes monthly with successful personalities in the industry and cover the topics that matter the most to your organization.
The Business of Cleaning
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93 episodes
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The Business of Cleaning Podcast is your number one source for information on the commercial cleaning industry. We release new episodes monthly with successful personalities in the industry and cover the topics that matter the most to your organization.
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9/1/2020
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Recent Episodes
May 27, 2026
Work One Week a Month: Systems and Leadership in Commercial Cleaning
<p>Edwin Eaton is back. The owner of I Pro Building Services — a three-time Inc. 5000 company — returns to share what it really takes to build a commercial cleaning business that runs without you. Edwin opens up about the systems and leadership structure that kept his company growing while he stepped away to care for his wife during her battle with stage four cancer. He also breaks down how he broke into the data center cleaning niche, built a $1.8M LinkedIn sales pipeline without ads, and grew a 15,000-follower TikTok audience by showing up consistently and telling the truth. If you want more freedom, better culture, and real growth strategies, this episode delivers.</p>
March 25, 2026
From Corporate Exit to Cleaning CEO: Adam Povlitz’s Rise at Anago
<p>How do you scale a commercial cleaning company past $100 million—and set your sights on $300 million?</p><p>In this episode of the Business of Cleaning Podcast, host <strong>Tim Clagg</strong> sits down with <strong>Adam Povlitz</strong>, CEO of <strong>Anago Cleaning Systems</strong>, to break down the strategies, leadership principles, and real-world decisions behind building one of the fastest-growing cleaning franchise systems in the industry.</p><p>From leaving <strong>IBM</strong> to cleaning daycares at night, Adam shares his journey to the CEO seat—and the mindset required to scale a service business in a competitive market.</p><p><strong>In this episode, you will learn:</strong></p><ul><li>How Anago’s unique 3-tier franchise model drives growth and scalability</li><li>The role of technology and proprietary systems in modern janitorial operations</li><li>Key leadership lessons from navigating the COVID-19 pandemic</li><li>The 5-prong strategy that helped Anago surpass $100M in just 19 months</li><li>Why 2026 is shaping up to be the “Year of Experience” in business</li><li>How AI is transforming the cleaning industry—and the human skills that will matter most</li><li>Smart pricing strategies when clients push back on budgets</li><li>Warning signs your cleaning services are underpriced</li><li>The importance of integrity and long-term thinking in business decisions</li><li>Adam’s approach to servant leadership and building a lasting legacy</li></ul><p>Whether you own a commercial cleaning business, operate a franchise, or want to grow as a leader, this episode delivers actionable insights you can apply immediately.</p><p><strong>Subscribe for more episodes on commercial cleaning, business growth, and leadership.</strong></p><p></p>
February 27, 2026
Career Reinvention: How Tom Riggs Transitioned from Radio to Warehouse Operations
<p>What happens when a radio program director pivots into commercial cleaning just months before a global pandemic?</p><p>In this episode of The Business of Cleaning Podcast, we speak with Tom Riggs, Operations Manager at Interstate, about his unexpected transition from broadcasting to frontline operations leadership.</p><p>After being laid off in 2019, Tom entered the cleaning industry with no prior experience. Within months, COVID-19 reshaped workforce expectations and operational demands, accelerating his learning curve and leadership growth.</p><p>In this conversation, Tom shares insight on:</p><ul><li>Transitioning into cleaning from another industry</li><li>Managing call-offs and workforce challenges</li><li>Improving hiring and onboarding in today’s labor market</li><li>Using AI to support hiring and leadership communication</li></ul><p>Drawing on his background in broadcasting, Tom emphasizes the critical role of communication, adaptability, and accountability in operational success.</p><p>For cleaning company leaders navigating workforce challenges, this episode delivers practical strategies that can be applied immediately.</p><p></p>
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