Rephonic
Artwork for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner

Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner

Domestic Cleaning Business Network
Cleaning Business
Cleaning Industry
Cleaning Products
Domestic Cleaning
Customer Service
Staff Management
Cleaning
Work-Life Balance
Training
Minimum Wage
Business Growth
Social Media
Recruitment
Mental Health
Agency Model
Instagram
Small Business
Cleaning Standards
Employment Law
HMRC

Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner is the straight-talking podcast for domestic cleaning business owners who want real-world advice, not fluff.

Hosted by Louise Trehearn and Diane Greenwood, each episode dives into the wins, mistakes, awkward moments, and behind-the-scenes realities of running a cleaning business—especially the parts no one warns you about when you start. If you’ve ever fel... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes100Founded4 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Business

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner

Latest Episodes

What happens when you launch a cleaning business in the middle of COVID, at 23, with a mortgage—and a big vision for the future?

In this episode of Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner, Louise sits down (again!) with Jessica Gray from Sparkle & ... more

Episode description

Heather McLean is back on Confessions of a Cleaning Business — and if you’ve heard Heather before, you’ll know this one’s going to be equal parts honest, practical, and brilliantly no-nonsense.

In this episode, Louise sits down ... more

Episode Overview

In this insightful interview, Antoinette Daniel shares her journey from accidental cleaner to award-winning business owner. Discover her strategies for building a sustainable, ethical cleaning business in London, including client ac... more

Numbers don’t have to be boring — they’re the difference between guessing and growing.

In this episode of Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner, Louise and Diane get stuck into the numbers that actually matter in a cleaning business — and why che... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

Recent Guests

Jessica Gray
Owner of Sparkle & Shine in Whitchurch, Shropshire
Sparkle & Shine
Episode: From Lockdown Leap to Maternity Leave: How Jess Built Sparkle & Shine at age 23
Heather McLean
Owner of Nitro Clean and Battybond
Nitro Clean; Battybond
Episode: Moving from Domestic to Commercial cleaning - The success story from Heather McLean
Antoinette Daniel
Founder of Just Helpers, London-based cleaning business
Just Helpers
Episode: From Side Hustle to Award-Winning Cleaning Business: Antoinette Daniel's Journey
Andrew Knight
Owner of Home Helpers Commercial and Domestic Cleaning Limited and MBA graduate.
Home Helpers Commercial and Domestic Cleaning Limited
Episode: How Andrew Knight quit his job just 6 weeks after starting a cleaning business.
Keith Hennebelle
Owner of MBT Cleaning and host of the podcast MBT Unplugged
MBT Cleaning
Episode: An honest approach to men's mental health by Keith Hennebelle.

Hosts

Louise Trehearn
Co-host with extensive experience in the cleaning industry, providing practical advice and insights on running a successful cleaning business.
Diane Greenwood
Co-host with a focus on empowering cleaning business owners through shared experiences and professional advice.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Absolutely essential listen

    Absolutely amazing. It seems that these podcasts touch on everything that I need to hear from tips and tricks to messages I know I need to hear. Listening to these podcasts weekly is part of the reason I feel like I am one step ahead of a lot of other cleaners in the area.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marowakftw
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Must listen

    Fantastic podcast and a valuable listen for anyone in the cleaning industry. Informative and entertaining. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    glos123
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Diane needs better audio

    I like it and have listened to a few, but can hardly hear Diane’s audio compared to Louise. Constantly turning volume up and down which is hard because I’m a cleaner and takes up too much time! Would be a lot better if audio for both was the same.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Twentyfourten
    Canada2 years ago
  • Informative and encouraging

    Thanks to Louise and Diane for this podcast. I’ve only just found it and am binging my way through whilst cleaning. It’s informative and entertaining. I love the tangents that you go on whilst also giving lots of advice on how to run a cleaning business. Thanks for your pricing one which I listened to just as I had given out letters to our clients. It reaffirmed I was doing the correct thing and gave me confidence to tell the clients. Thanks so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lizi414
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    So much amazing information that has helped me with my cleaning company.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tonyabednarz
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the real-world experience shared by the hosts.
The podcast is full of practical advice for cleaning business owners.
The messages are empowering and supportive for those in the cleaning industry.
There are some concerns about audio quality in certain episodes.

Top Business Podcasts

Aspire with Emma Grede
Aspire with Emma GredeEmma Grede | Audacy
The Martin Lewis Podcast
The Martin Lewis PodcastBBC Radio 5 Live
The Story of Money
The Story of MoneyFinancial Times
Prof G Markets
Prof G MarketsVox Media Podcast Network
Garys Economics
Garys EconomicsGary Stevenson
Making Money
Making MoneyDamien Jordan & Timeyin Akerele from Most
The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway
The Prof G Pod with Scott GallowayVox Media Podcast Network

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Moving from Domestic to Commercial cleaning - The success story from Heather McLean
Q: How did you approach tenders and win big commercial contracts?
Heather explains that tenders require thorough preparation well before they're issued, building relationships, and consistent follow-up. She discusses researching tender descriptions, assembling a strong team, and leveraging previous experiences with coaching and networks to improve submissions, eventually securing multi-year contracts.
Moving from Domestic to Commercial cleaning - The success story from Heather McLean
Q: What were the biggest mindset barriers you had to overcome personally?
The guest highlights leadership confidence, selling herself and her services, and balancing a mature approach with risk-taking as key mindset shifts. She also notes coaching helped boost self-belief and the ability to push through initial hesitations in scaling from solo to a team.
Unlocking Customer Loyalty: The Power of Appreciation
Q: How do you balance giving discounts or freebies without cutting too much into the profits?
Be cautious with discounts; consider them as part of the marketing budget and ensure it's measurable.
Unlocking Customer Loyalty: The Power of Appreciation
Q: Which customer appreciation strategies have worked best for your business so far and why?
A referral strategy has worked best, where clients get a thank you card with a shopping voucher after referring someone who becomes a regular client.
Challenges business owners face in taking holidays
Q: How can we plan effectively for taking holidays?
Set boundaries, delegate tasks, and implement a trial run to test the business's operation without you.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner

What is Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the challenges and triumphs faced by domestic cleaning business owners, this podcast offers practical, no-nonsense advice tailored for those in the industry. Each episode provides insights into real-world experiences, covering a broad range of relevant topics such as pricing, staff management, customer expectations, and the emotional aspects of business ownership. The candid conversations aim to empower listeners, equipping them with valuable strategies to enhance profitability, improve operations, and foster a respectful professional environment. Unique in its approach, the podcast embraces a relatable tone, appealing to business owners at all stages of their journey, from solos to growing teams.

Where can I find podcast stats for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner:

1. Cleaning Business Life
2. Filthy Rich Cleaners: The Cleaning Business Podcast
3. Profit Cleaners: Grow Your Cleaning Company and Redefine Profit
4. The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
5. BigDeal

How many episodes of Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner are there?

Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner launched 4 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner?

Recent guests on Confessions of a Cleaning Business Owner include:

1. Jessica Gray
2. Heather McLean
3. Antoinette Daniel
4. Andrew Knight
5. Keith Hennebelle

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days