AM Exterior Cleaning Podcast

Matt Hall is a window cleaner who only started his business a few years ago, but its been hard work to get things going on a small budget whilst still being employed. He joins me on the podcast to tell me about how he got his own business going, and then finally taking the daunting step to leave his job and go self employed!

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Fresh off the back of Amazing Cleans on Channel 5, I had to get Sean in to tell me his amazing business journey on the AM Podcast! From his wild younger days living a party and skateboard lifestyle, many of his friends and family said he couldn't do it! But Sean has worked hard to make his own business, Above and Beyond Cleaning Services a great success!
Now on the verge of setting up his second van, in this episode he tells me about how he's proved the doubters wrong.

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I have been very busy on some big projects recently! So in this first episode of series 3 I ditch the tea for a much needed can of beer to tell you all about the new things I’ve been planning. Yes! This series has got a whole new feel and I want you to get involved! So if you have been on a bit of a journey with your business, or you have got some tips and tricks to share, maybe you could be the next guest on the AM Exterior Cleaning Podcast!?

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How do you know which is the right method to clean any particular roof? Paul and I have worked closely together to pinpoint the right techniques to use in different situations when it comes to roof cleaning. In this episode we discuss through some of the different ways Paul has built up his experience, and how he chooses the right method for different roof cleaning situations.

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As professionals, many of us use a range of different cleaning chemicals. But how much do we really know about what we are using? Mark Cave has many years of  pressure washing experience, and now he sells a range of specialist cleaning chemicals for the industry. So of course I can't wait to pick his brains on some of the different chemicals we typically use in the pressure washing and softwashing industries. I find out about some of the different types of cleaning chemicals available, what they are used for, and their impact on the environment. This is a must listen for any cleaning professional!

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This month is all about roof cleaning. So in this episode I thought I would share my journey into roof cleaning. I will tell you about how I started, some of the different methods Ive tried, and why I do it the way I do it now. Of course there will also be your comments and emails too!

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Getting your marketing strategy right is much harder now than it was way back when I first started. So this week I speak to marketing expert Andrew Hart from Rev Clean Marketing to get some valuable tips and advice on the subject. Andrew has worked in marketing for 10 years across a variety of industries, but now he specialises in pressure washing marketing in the USA. He has some great advice for generating leads long term as well as on a short term basis and his advice is so valuable for a business here in the UK too!

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With over 136k subscribers, Artisan Electrics is the biggest YouTube channel for the electrical industry. So I couldn't wait to speak to the owner, Jordan Farley, to hear about his business journey and how he has grown his social media following! I find out how he has grown his business, which now employs a growing team of people, but also how he has turned his social media channels into a valuable money making endeavour as well. There are so many good business tips here! So I hope you enjoy our chat together and i'm sure you will find some tips that could benefit your business too! 

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I finally get to speak with the one and only Trad-Man on the podcast! It's been great spending time with Peter and Carley Mckay on the Unger stand at the Interclean show in Amsterdam.  We managed to take some time out to chat about how their window cleaning business has grown, and they have had quite a roller coaster ride running their window cleaning business together as a husband and wife team. I also find out about the highs and lows of running a YouTube channel, and there are some exciting plans for a new training program that the couple have been working on too!

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Unger tools have been an essential part of my kit since I first started my business, but running a global company like Unger definitely has its challenges. At the Interclean show in Amsterdam it has been incredible to experience first hand how the Unger stand has not only brought so many languages together, but is also reaching a new audience by bringing people together on social media as well! I talk to top Unger executive Dietmar Bernstein about the conscious effort Unger is making to reach new younger markets. I also find out about the process of developing a new tool like the new nLite water fed pole system, from concept to creation.

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I have been using social media to advertise and support my business for quite some time, and now I have been asked by Unger to attend the Interclean show in Amsterdam, all with the aim of creating as much social media as I can! Yes, it's a fantastic opportunity to be on the Unger stand to demonstrate their new nLite water fed pole window cleaning system, and its incredible to think that its the power of social media that's helped me get there! So don't underestimate what social media could do for your business too! In this special episode I will be talking more about the show and what I will be doing there, and of course I will also be catching up with your comments and emails too. 

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This week I have my younger brother Matthew Mackintosh as my guest. Matt has grown the Mackintosh Family Business from a handful of employees to a team of now over 30 staff which also includes a team of cleaning staff. I speak to Matt to find out what things he has done to grow his business and he shares lots of great tips that could apply to an exterior cleaning business too.

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Richard is not just the man behind the Ova8 brand of water fed pole window cleaning equipment, but he has gained much experience in different aspects of the cleaning industry. It is always a fascinating chat when Richard and I get together to discuss various aspects of cleaning tools and techniques, but this time I managed to get the AM Podcast mic turned on first! I hope you enjoy our conversation and maybe you will pick up some tips and tricks that have also helped me along the way too!

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Probably the question I am asked the most is; how much did you charge for that? Spring is so busy for picking up new customers and doing quotations, so I thought it would be the perfect time to discuss what goes into a quote. What things do you need to consider and what factors have a bearing on the price you charge? If you get it wrong how can you make sure you make the needed adjustments for the next one? I share some of my tips and experiences to help you to get your quotations right.

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Darren is a very popular guy in the external cleaning industry, and its easy to see why! He has over 20 years experience working for his family run window cleaning business. He has his own business, DA Components, selling some great tools and accessories to the exterior cleaning industry. And his stand is always extremely busy at the Cleaning Expo every year! But Darren also puts in a lot of effort to share his experience with some great hints and tips videos on his YouTube channel, and his website is quickly becoming the hub for all this knowledge with the new feature: DA Academy! I can't wait to find out more about all of this, including a new van meet up that Darren has been arranging!

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As a professional business coach Greg is no stranger to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses. He has run many different companies over the years including a window cleaning business, construction business, and property development company. Greg has also written a number 1 best selling book on Amazon and has his own podcast, so I just had to get him on the AM Exterior Cleaning Podcast! Greg shares some of his invaluable experience and tells me his top three tips for business growth! 

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Its great to be back in the garage and to have a bit of a catch up! Ive got loads of news to share and Ive been saving some of my favourite emails to read out. I had loads of really inspirational stories sent to me from my recent YouTube competition, which I found so motivational. Exterior cleaning can be a lonely job sometimes, but listen in as I share your incredible stories and I also offer a few words of encouragement along the way.

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This week I am joined by James Neville who has run his cleaning business, PCS Exterior Cleaning, for 17 years. He has recently focused on growing his business in order to push through the VAT barrier. So, from trying to stay under the £85K threshold he is now looking set to exceed £250 this year. I speak to James to find out how he has done it, taking on additional staff, setting up the correct equipment, and handling his growing customer base. This is an essential listen for anyone looking to grow their exterior cleaning business!

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Choosing a brush that is well suited for your cleaning task can be a daunting prospect, especially if you are new to the industry. With such a wide range of brush types out there, how do you know you have got the best one? Well in this episode I have combined forces with Dave Peden aka: Squeaky Clean Dave to bring you a comprehensive guide to brushes for window cleaning and beyond! We discuss the many different types of bristles, shapes, and water jets available from a wide range of different brands. But what we really want to know is which ones might be best suited for different tasks to help you get the best results in the most effective way, with the ultimate goal of helping you make more money!? Dave and I will also be picking our favourites!

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