Tuesday May 13, 2025

#37: Building a Cleaning Business That Serves Your Life with Ken Carfagno

"I went from a 5-6 day week solo business making $60K profit to the SAME profit working just 2 days a week." Former GE engineer Ken Carfagno shares the optimization strategies that transformed his cleaning business and allowed him to live the life he really wanted.

This episode is packed with practical wisdom on building a cleaning business that actually works for YOU instead of trapping you in a cycle of overwhelm. Learn why Ken abandoned his prestigious engineering career, how he built multiple successful cleaning businesses, and the exact framework he uses to help other cleaning business owners find freedom.

Key Takeaways:

The four business fundamentals every cleaning company owner needs to master
How Ken optimized his solo cleaning business to work just 2 days per week while maintaining profits
Why "knowing your numbers" is critical
The truth about commercial vs. residential cleaning: which is harder to get and easier to keep
How to price your services to attract high-value clients and increase perceived value