The OctoClean Podcast

By Matthew Stowe and Greg StoweBusiness

The OctoClean Podcast episodes

January 31, 2024 How to Create a Service Schedule or Scope of Work for Commercial Cleaning
In Podcast 7, Matt and Greg discuss service schedules, the area in a proposal where the work to be performed is described. You'll learn how specific cleaning services should be, how to accomodate customer requests, and how to share service schedules with your prospects and customers.

Resources:
Download our Service Schedule Examples: https://info.octoclean.com/service-schedule-download
Download our Training Cards: https://shop.octoclean.com/products/team-cleaning-training-cards
Get one-on-one consulting: https://info.octoclean.com/consulting

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December 06, 2023 Lessons from the Biggest Cleaning Show in North America Ft. Jeff Cross, ISSA Media Director
Episode 06 of The OctoClean Podcast takes place at The ISSA Show North America, where cleaning industry experts and vendors converge to discuss innovations and showcase their products. In this episode, hosts Matt and Greg are joined by Jeff Cross, the Media Director for ISSA and a seasoned expert in the cleaning domain. Together, they shed light on the industry's latest trends and innovations.

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24 min
November 29, 2023 How to Master a Commercial Cleaning Walkthrough: Questions to Ask and What You Need to Set a Price
How do you qualify a prospect? What questions should you ask at the initial walkthrough? And what do you need to set a profitable price? Matt and Greg answer these questions and more in The OctoClean Podcast, Episode 5.

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57 min
October 25, 2023 How to Start a Cleaning Business: Cost, Certifications, and Insurance
Starting a cleaning business can seem complex, but it is more manageable than you might think. In this podcast, Matt and Greg guide you through the crucial steps required to start a cleaning business and what must be accomplished beforehand.

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54 min
September 27, 2023 What to Do When a Customer Complains or Threatens to Cancel Services
No matter how experienced you are in this industry, customer complaints are inevitable. Watch as Matt and Greg reveal the systems they have developed to minimize complaints, swiftly resolve issues, and safeguard against cancellation requests.

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43 min
August 23, 2023 How to Select Chemical and Equipment for Effective Commercial Cleaning
Years of trial and error have taught the Stowe Brothers that not every cleaning product will give you the quality and compliance required for commercial cleaning. In the second episode of The OctoClean Podcast, Matt and Greg share which brands they recommend, which products they can't live without, and the benefits of dilution control systems.

Download our FREE PRODUCT LIST that includes a complete catalog of chemical and equipment we've used for years and recommend: https://info.octoclean.com/product-list

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50 min
July 19, 2023 Mastering the Art of Bidding and Winning Commercial Cleaning Jobs
Whether you are an established cleaning business owner or just getting started, securing new customers and setting prices can be daunting. In this first episode of The OctoClean Podcast, the Stowe brothers dive deep into the world of cleaning business bidding and prospecting. Matt and Greg share their fail proof strategies, answer commonly asked questions, and reveal valuable tips that will boost your success in the cleaning industry.

Resources:
How to Bid Commercial Cleaning Jobs Video
ISSA Cleaning Times

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1 hr 11 min

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With over 30 years experience in the janitorial industry, the Stowe Brothers, Matt and Greg, know what it takes to operate a successful cleaning business. Follow along as they share tips every…