26: Amy Smith’s Rise from Solopreneur to CEO in the Cleaning World

“If you're a solo cleaner, there's no reason for it. Learn how to build a business.” - Amy Smith

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Episode Summary: Hey everyone, I’m Jeannie Henderson, and in this episode of True Grime Stories, I sit down with my friend Amy Smith, the owner of Dazzle Cleaning Service in Dewitt, Michigan. Amy takes us through her inspiring journey—from starting as a solo cleaner in the '90s to running a million-dollar cleaning company with 15 full-time employees.

You’ll hear how she overcame self-doubt, let go of the mop, trusted her team, and built a business where people love Mondays. Amy's story is packed with real talk, relatable moments, and the kind of motivation every cleaning business owner needs. If you’re wondering whether it’s too late to build the business you dream of—Amy’s here to show you it’s absolutely not.

Key Topics:

• Transitioning from solo cleaner to CEO
• Letting go of control and trusting your team
• The importance of coaching and mentorship
• Investing in education and business systems
• How feedback and communication shape client retention
• Building a team that values Mondays over Fridays
• Creating a business with purpose, culture, and love

Guest’s Information: 

• Learn more about Dazzle Cleaning Service at http://dazzlecleaning.com 
• CBF (Cleaning Business Fundamentals) – A business coaching program 

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