What do you do when you get out of prison at 25 with no work history, no business experience, and a job at a window cleaning company you're terrible at? If you're Dave Carroll, you start your own company six months later and spend the next 16 years building one of the most interesting entrepreneurial stories in the home service space.

Dave is the founder of Dope Marketing — a direct mail and data company that went from $2M to $27M in revenue in four years — and he still owns 100% of Lion Share Maintenance, the window cleaning company he started right out of a halfway house. Ryan sits down with Dave for a wide-ranging conversation covering his past, why he hasn't sold Lion Share despite not touching it in seven years, the science of direct mail targeting, the 52 Weeks of Dope strategy, and why the key to getting off the truck is understanding exactly where you contribute at a high level — and where you don't.

After a seven-week break, Ryan is back, and he's bringing the kind of honest, unfiltered life update that reminds you why this podcast feels different from most. A successful live event at WarPlan Studios with Josh Latimer. A European cruise with his wife and best friends. A move into a dream home minutes from his shop. And a complete rethinking of his daily schedule that has quietly changed everything.

This episode isn't a tactics drop, it's a real conversation about what sustainable success actually looks like when you're building a business and a life at the same time. Ryan talks through the staffing reset happening at Reach Window Cleaning, why he ditched the 4am alarm for midday workouts, what playing ping pong with his wife every night has done for their marriage, and what's coming next. The podcast is back, and Ryan is fired up.

What if one event, one you almost didn't attend, completely changed the trajectory of your business and your life? In this solo episode, Ryan shares the story of the moment everything shifted: a small mastermind event in Michigan that he almost skipped because he couldn't afford the plane ticket. Six and a half years later, he went from broke newlywed to over $1M in annual revenue in just three years, and he traces a straight line back to that room.

Ryan breaks down the power of proximity: why getting around higher-thinking people compresses years of growth into months, why motivation-only events are a waste of your time, and what he's building differently with the Reach Breakthrough Live event. Small room, real systems, actual implementation. If you're stuck on the truck, starting every month at zero, or just tired of spinning your wheels, this episode is your nudge to get in the room.

🎟 Reach Breakthrough Live Event (March 26–27 | Denton, TX) Learn the marketing, hiring, and retention systems we use to scale. Tickets: https://reach-breakthrough.com

Ryan shares a few recent underdog stories that have motivated him, and connects them to how he built Reach Window Cleaning from a small-town start into a seven-figure business. This episode is less tactical and more motivational: how hunger, resourcefulness, and the right environment can compress time and change your life faster than you think.

Ryan sits down with Evan Ritchie, founder of Coconut Cleaning, to break down how Coconut built a membership program (Coconut Club) that drives recurring revenue, boosts profits, and fuels referrals. Evan shares the evolution of their offer, what finally made it a “no-brainer,” and how they trained technicians to sell it consistently. They also talk franchising strategy, branding, and how Coconut uses reciprocity-based marketing to dominate local markets.

Ryan sits down with Dan Antonelli, founder of KickCharge Creative, one of the most recognized branding agencies in the home services world. Dan shares how he went from hand-lettering trucks at 15 to leading a 50+ person agency and why branding isn’t “just a logo,” it’s a growth lever that impacts lead cost, close rate, average ticket, recruitment, and trust.

If you’re still running a “white-van” brand that looks like everyone else (or you’re considering a cheap logo + partial wrap), this episode breaks down why that decision can cost you far more than you realize and what to do instead.

In this episode, Ryan sits down with Robert Eisenstadt, founder of a Las Vegas–based commercial pressure washing company doing $1.5M+ annually, to break down the real story behind scaling in the commercial space. Robert shares how he went from running a chaotic multi-service operation, losing $20,000 a month without realizing it, to shutting everything down, rebuilding from $70K in recurring revenue, and scaling back past seven figures in just a few years.

This conversation dives deep into commercial sales, LinkedIn outreach, relationship-based marketing, and the hard lessons that forced Robert to build real systems.

In this milestone Episode 50 of the Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan breaks down the real framework behind building a profitable, scalable service business. After growing his own window cleaning company to seven figures and coaching hundreds of business owners, Ryan explains why success does not come from working harder or chasing the next tactic.

Instead, every winning business is built on three fundamentals: mindset, skill set, and habits. Miss one, and growth stalls. Get all three aligned, and momentum compounds fast.

This episode is a must-listen for window cleaners and service business owners who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what to focus on next.

In this episode of the Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan sits down with Gatlin McBride, owner of Mint Window Cleaning, to unpack what it really takes to build a seven-figure home service business from the ground up.

Gatlin shares his full journey—from growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, starting with pressure washing, and partnering with his brother, to moving states, dropping out of college, and scaling Mint Window Cleaning to nearly $2 million in annual revenue. Along the way, he breaks down the hard lessons learned about seasonality, market differences, pricing, branding, and why most business owners underestimate how long success actually takes.

The conversation dives deep into advanced topics like service plans, recurring revenue, sales scripting, pricing psychology, marketing channels that actually work, and why calling your existing customer list may be the most overlooked growth lever in the industry. Gatlin also explains how Mint structures quarterly service plans, sets expectations to reduce churn, and uses simple but powerful scripts to increase lifetime customer value.

Beyond tactics, this episode gets real about the mental side of entrepreneurship—loneliness, delayed gratification, grinding through the “middle,” and why most people quit before they ever give themselves a real chance to win. Gatlin offers candid advice for owners stuck between $5K–$150K per month and explains why staying in the game long enough is the ultimate competitive advantage.

If you’re serious about scaling a home service business, building recurring revenue, and playing the long game, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

In this episode of the Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan Johnson sits down with longtime friend, mentor, and business coach Michael Grigery. Michael was Ryan’s longest-running coach and has worked with hundreds of home service businesses across the country.

They dive deep into what actually drives growth for window cleaning and exterior service companies, why understanding your numbers matters more than any marketing tactic, and how branding creates leverage that compounds over time.

Michael shares insights from his background in franchising, digital marketing, and coaching seven-figure business owners. Ryan opens up about his own growth journey, lessons learned from scaling, and what separates businesses that get stuck from those that break through to the next level.

This conversation is practical, honest, and especially valuable for owners trying to scale without burning out or guessing their way forward.

In this episode, Ryan Johnson shares the story behind Loyalty Plumbing and why building a values-driven business matters more than hype, shortcuts, or quick wins.

Ryan opens up about entrepreneurship, family, and leadership, including how loyalty, reliability, and trust became the foundation of his brand. Inspired by the characteristics of a Golden Retriever, Loyalty Plumbing was intentionally built to stand out in a crowded industry by leading with integrity and consistency.

The conversation goes deeper into balancing business ownership, raising young kids, running multiple responsibilities, and navigating real-life challenges that shape how leaders show up for their teams and their families.

This episode is a reminder that success is not just about money. It’s about transformation, culture, and building something that lasts.

In this episode of the Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan breaks down one of the most common and confusing questions for service business owners: when to hire managers and in what order.

Fresh off the Christmas lights season, Ryan shares real numbers, real scripts, and real outcomes from implementing outbound calls to past customers. He explains how a simple call center strategy added nearly two thousand dollars in booked work in just a few days and why this system will scale significantly as more salespeople are added.

From there, the episode dives deep into hiring strategy. Ryan walks through the exact order he recommends hiring key management roles, including office manager, operations manager, and sales manager. He explains what revenue levels make sense for each hire, how to structure compensation, and the biggest mistakes owners make when hiring too early or too late.

This episode is packed with tactical advice for owners who feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, and unsure how to buy back their time without creating financial stress.

Most window cleaning businesses do not fail because the owner is bad at business.

They fail because the owner quits too early.

In this episode, Ryan breaks down the real reason businesses win or lose, and it has nothing to do with being smarter, starting with more money, or having perfect systems.

Ryan shares what the early years of Reach Window Cleaning actually looked like. Counting cash to pay bills, slow seasons, bad months, bad hires, failed marketing, and doing everything himself. What looks like fast success from the outside was built on years of grind that most people are not willing to endure.

If you are in year one, two, or three and questioning whether this is worth it, this episode is for you.

In this solo episode, Ryan records the Monday before Thanksgiving and reflects on gratitude—not in a fluffy way, but as a practical leadership tool for service business owners.

He talks about a brutally rainy week in Arizona that tanked what should’ve been a huge revenue week, how his team handled it, and why gratitude kept him from panicking or making desperate decisions.

Ryan also shares how a $60K mentor (Keaton “The Muscle” Hoskins) drilled gratitude and time management into him, why he’s recommitting to those habits, and how you can use gratitude to zoom out and remember how far you’ve really come.

Connect with Ryan

Instagram: @ryanthewindowcleaner

DM the word “podcast” if you want help growing your window cleaning, pressure washing, or Christmas light business, or if you just have questions and want to connect.

In this episode, Ryan sits down with longtime friend and marketing expert Weston Willbank, founder of WBNK Marketing. Weston runs ads for window cleaning, pressure washing, Christmas lights and dozens of other home service companies. Together, Ryan and Weston break down exactly what is working right now in Facebook and Instagram ads, why old strategies no longer work, and how simple tweaks can dramatically lower your cost per lead.

The conversation takes a deeper turn into entrepreneurship, mindset, mentorship, and the importance of upgrading your environment. Weston shares the full story of how he left a small town making 10K months and now runs an 80K per month agency. He also opens up about taking big risks, moving into a much better neighborhood, doubling revenue in a year, and the role his wife played in believing bigger.

This episode is packed with tactical strategies for ads, lead follow up, funnel structure, offer creation, and upselling. It also includes practical mindset shifts that help owners grow faster without burning out.

Connect with Weston Willbank

Website: WBNKMarketing.com

Email: weston@wbnkmedia.com

Tell him you came from Ryan’s podcast for a special rate.

Resources Mentioned

Go High Level (for funnels and follow up)

$100M Offers and $100M Leads by Alex Hormozi

Ryan’s coaching program for window cleaning and home service owners

Work With Ryan

DM “PODCAST” to @RyanTheWindowCleaner on Instagram to learn about one-on-one coaching and the group program helping over 40 owners scale their businesses.

In today’s episode, Ryan sits down with Josh Schiffman, a seasoned entrepreneur who helped build an eight-figure pest control company, led top-performing sales teams, and developed thousands of reps in the door-to-door world. Josh dives deep into the failures, formative moments, and surprising experiences that shaped him, starting all the way back to selling chocolate bunnies as a kid.

Josh shares the turning points that pushed him toward leadership, the strategies behind creating route density, and the importance of serving customers beyond the basic transaction. He also breaks down what he would do today if he had to start a small service business from scratch. This conversation is full of tactical insights, psychology, storytelling, and real numbers that any home service founder can benefit from.

If you want to learn how to grow a service business, train a sales team, build culture, or create customer experiences that multiply revenue, this episode is packed with practical value.

Connect with Josh Schiffman

Email: josh@mytribos.com

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In this episode, I break down why I have decided to transition our window cleaning company from one man crews to two man crews. For years, the one man model made perfect financial sense. It maximized output, required fewer people, and helped us grow quickly. But with rapid scaling, increased ladder injuries in the industry, and the complexity of managing more trucks, the risk equation has changed.

I walk through the three main reasons behind the shift: safety, scalability, and culture. I also explain how the new pay structure will work, what our capacity goals will be, and how this change positions us for a major 2026 growth year. Whether you run one man crews now or have been thinking about switching, this episode will give you a full look at the pros and cons of each model and the real numbers behind our decision.

In this powerful and unfiltered conversation, Luke Abbott joins the show to break down how he grew All Clean Power Wash from a one man side hustle to nearly three million dollars in annual revenue. Luke’s journey is one many entrepreneurs will recognize. He went from working long days as a garbage man to grinding nights and weekends, missing dinners, sacrificing sleep, and pushing himself beyond burnout to pursue something bigger for his family.

Luke shares the honest truth about what it takes to scale, including marketing strategies that actually work, the importance of leveling up your leadership, why your team culture matters more than you think, how to handle debt and financial pressure, and what most small business owners get wrong when hiring.

This episode dives deep into mindset, discipline, systems, risk taking, personal growth, and the realities of building a multi million dollar service company. Luke’s vulnerability and transparency make this an episode every entrepreneur should hear.

In this episode of The Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan pulls back the curtain on a wild week that combined inspiration, stress, and some major wake-up calls.

Fresh off a trip to Los Angeles to visit a $5 million window cleaning company, Ryan shares the game-changing outbound calling strategy that’s driving their massive growth — and how he plans to implement it immediately in his own business.

But that’s not all. When tragedy struck back home with a serious employee ladder accident, it reminded him (and all of us) why cutting corners on things like workers’ comp and safety is never worth the risk.

This one’s raw, honest, and packed with lessons on leadership, scaling, and protecting what matters most.

If this episode hit home, take two minutes to leave a review on Apple Podcasts — it means the world and helps the show reach more service business owners like you.

Tag @ryanthewindowcleaner with your biggest takeaway.

Ready to scale your business faster (and safer)? DM “Podcast” to learn more about Ryan’s coaching program.

In this powerful and personal episode of the Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan shares a fresh perspective on growth, gratitude, and the importance of celebrating small wins — both in business and in life.

After a quick staycation with his wife to celebrate their anniversary, Ryan reflects on how easy it is for entrepreneurs to get caught up chasing the next goal without ever pausing to appreciate how far they’ve come. He breaks down why this mindset can lead to burnout, distance at home, and a lack of fulfillment — even when business is booming.

You’ll learn how to slow down, involve your family and team in your wins, and build a culture of gratitude and momentum that fuels real, lasting growth.

If this episode hit home, share it with another business owner who needs to slow down and celebrate how far they’ve come.

Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts — it helps Window Cleaning Millionaire reach more entrepreneurs like you.

Tag @ryanthewindowcleaner with your biggest takeaway.

Ready to scale your business? DM “Podcast” to learn how Ryan’s helping 40+ service companies grow and thrive.

In this episode of the Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan pulls back the curtain on the real math behind growing a profitable service business.

With Christmas light season in full swing and sales already topping $405K by mid-October, Ryan breaks down how he and his team hit record numbers this year — not by guessing, but by reverse engineering their goals with precision.

You’ll learn how to turn “I want to make more money” into a measurable, repeatable, and trackable growth plan using a simple framework that works for any service business — window cleaning, pressure washing, Christmas lights, and beyond.

If you’ve been stuck at the same monthly revenue for too long, this episode will show you how to finally get clarity, consistency, and control over your growth.

If this episode helped you see your business differently, do these three things:

Share it with a fellow business owner who needs to hear it.

Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts — it helps more entrepreneurs find the show.

DM “Podcast” to @ryanthewindowcleaner on Instagram to get help applying these strategies to your own business.

In this powerful and personal episode, Ryan shares a message inspired by a recent LDS General Conference talk titled “The Lord Looketh on the Heart.”

Through the story of David’s anointing and his own experiences building multiple seven-figure businesses, Ryan explores how real success isn’t found in appearances, money, or hype but in the heart behind what you do.

He unpacks the difference between motivation and conviction, the importance of a “why” that’s bigger than money, and how to build a business rooted in purpose, family, and faith.

If you’ve ever felt tired, unmotivated, or questioned why you’re doing all this this episode will help you realign your heart and find the fuel that lasts.

CONNECT WITH RYAN:

Instagram: @ryanthewindowcleaner

DM the word “Podcast” if you’re ready to scale your business or want help rediscovering your purpose in it

Website: WindowCleaningMillionaire.com

In this episode, Ryan breaks down one of the hardest and most frustrating stages in business growth the $250K ceiling. You’ve built some momentum, you’re hustling nonstop, and revenue looks decent on paper… but you’re still stuck doing everything yourself.

Ryan explains why this stage feels like running in place, what mistakes keep most service business owners trapped there for years, and the exact steps to finally break through and scale past half a million toward freedom.

If you’ve ever felt maxed out, burned out, or like your business owns you this one’s going to hit home.

CONNECT WITH RYAN:

Instagram: @ryanthewindowcleaner

DM the word “Podcast” to learn how Ryan is helping 70+ window cleaning, pressure washing, and home service business owners scale fast

Website: WindowCleaningMillionaire.com

In this episode, Ryan pulls back the curtain on his very first Window Cleaning Millionaire Live Event, what went right, what went wrong, and the powerful lessons that came from saying “yes” before he felt ready.

After only six weeks of planning (and a lot of late nights building slides), Ryan hosted a small but mighty live event that became one of the biggest wins of his business career. He shares how leaning into discomfort, surrounding yourself with bigger thinkers, and taking imperfect action can create breakthroughs you never saw coming.

Whether you’re just starting your service business or scaling past seven figures, this episode is your permission slip to stop waiting for “ready” and start moving anyway.

Connect with Ryan

Instagram: @ryanthewindowcleaner

Website: WindowCleaningMillionaire.com

DM: “Podcast” on Instagram to learn how Ryan helps 40+ service business owners scale

Ryan breaks down one of the most important (and most overlooked) factors in scaling a service business: seasonality. Sharing hard-won lessons from years of running Reach Window Cleaning, he explains how to prepare for busy season with the right crews, trucks, and marketing strategy and why most owners actually spend marketing dollars at the wrong time.

From building your revenue curve to pre-selling jobs and using demand as leverage, this episode gives you a practical playbook to maximize profit when work is hot and survive the slow months without stress.

Resources Mentioned

Live Event (Dallas, Oct 9–10): DM “Dallas” to @ryanthewindowcleaner on Instagram or email ryan@reachwindows.com for details.

Coaching group for window cleaning / pressure washing / Christmas lights—DM “podcast” on Instagram to connect.

If this episode helped, share it with a friend and leave a review it really helps the show. Ready to scale faster with proven playbooks? DM “podcast” to @ryanthewindowcleaner on Instagram.

Fresh off a late game and a long day, Ryan gets real about two things: the tragedy dominating the news and a hard business lesson from his own shop. After briefly condemning the online celebration of violence, he pivots to an in-the-trenches breakdown of a marketing misstep—how a wildly successful “front-end offer” brought in hundreds of customers but started burning out his techs. The fix? Owning the mistake, listening to the team, and simplifying the offer so it serves customers and employees. If you’re growing a service business, this is a masterclass in humility, lifetime value thinking, and leading people first.

Resources & Mentions

Connect on IG: @ryanthewindowcleaner (DM “Dallas” for live event info)

Email (if you’re not on IG): ryan@reachwindows.com

Live Event: Oct 9–10, Denton, TX (DFW), $997, 10a–5p both days, lunch included. Speakers: Josh Latimer, Josh Treys, Austin Wood, and Ryan.

Call to Action

If this hit home, share the episode with a friend and leave a review—it helps a ton.

Want help scaling? DM “podcast” to @ryanthewindowcleaner to see how Ryan’s helping 40+ service companies grow.

In this episode of the Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan shares why the most important weekly habit for any entrepreneur isn’t about sales, systems, or scaling—it’s about date night. From $2 snow cones in the early days to $300 dinners today, Ryan explains why consistently prioritizing time with your spouse is the foundation for both a strong marriage and a thriving business.

You’ll also hear updates on his upcoming Dallas live event and the fast-approaching Christmas light season, plus practical ways to start making date nights non-negotiable—no matter your budget or schedule.

Resources & Links

Interested in the Dallas Live Event (Oct 9–10)? DM Ryan the word “Dallas” or “event” on Instagram: @ryanthewindowcleaner

Want help scaling your business? DM “podcast” to Ryan on Instagram to learn about his coaching group

How do you go from a corporate career in nuclear power to building a $1.5M service business rooted in faith, family, and freedom?

In this episode, Ryan sits down with Chase Lord, founder of Mega Softwash, to unpack his journey from pressure washing his first house (and blowing the top off a light fixture) to running a multi-million-dollar business with a loyal team and thriving culture.

They dig into the real struggles and wins of entrepreneurship, from hiring and culture, to marketing that works, to balancing family life while scaling. This one’s packed with honesty, laughs, and straight-up business gold.

Resources & Links Mentioned

📲 Connect with Chase on Facebook: Chase Lord

📖 Book: Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell

🎯 DM Ryan on Instagram (@ryanthewindowcleaner) with the word “Podcast” to learn about his coaching group

Sometimes the smartest move in business (and life) looks “dumb” to everyone else.

In this episode, Ryan shares why he and his family sold their house, started renting in a luxury neighborhood, and how that one decision exploded both his income and his mindset.

From saving hours of wasted drive time to being surrounded by high-level business owners, Ryan explains how proximity to bigger thinkers forces you to play at a higher level and why entrepreneurs must stop making decisions based on cultural stigma and start making them based on what moves the needle.

Resources & Links Mentioned

Reach Breakthrough Live Event (Oct 9–10, Denton TX) – DM “Dallas” to @ryanthewindowcleaner

Book: Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell

DM “Podcast” on Instagram to learn about Ryan’s coaching group

Want to quote jobs in 5 minutes or less… without counting windows or doing endless in-person estimates?

In this episode, Ryan breaks down the exact square footage pricing system that took years to dial in but now fuels faster closes, more consistent quotes, and bigger profits for his window cleaning business.

You’ll hear how this method works, why it’s deadly effective in competitive markets, and how you can adapt it — even if your service area has custom homes or unique challenges. Plus, Ryan announces his brand-new Reach Breakthrough Live Event happening October 9–10 in Denton, TX, where you’ll get in-the-room training on the systems that took his business from $0 to $1M+ in just three years.

Resources & Links Mentioned

Grab your ticket: Reach Breakthrough Live Event – October 9–10, Denton TX – DM "live event" to @ryanthewindowcleaner

Tool: ResponsiBid – automate quoting & package presentation

Follow Ryan on Instagram: @ryanthewindowcleaner

Coaching: DM "podcast" to Ryan on Instagram to learn more

Jon shares how a borrowed pressure washer and a bold decision changed everything. His story is raw, inspiring, and packed with tactical business advice that every home service entrepreneur needs to hear.

If you’re stuck under $30K/month and want a proven, family-focused path to grow a real business, not just a job, apply for Ryan’s private coaching group.

👉 windowcleaningmillionaire.com

Christmas in July isn’t just a gimmick—it’s your secret weapon for stacking cash before the season even starts.

In this episode, Ryan peels back the curtain on exactly how he’s already sold $135,000+ in Christmas lights—before August even hits. From simple rebooking texts to email scripts that convert, this is a real-time blueprint you can copy right now.

Whether you’re already in the lights game or just window shopping (pun intended), this episode will change the way you see seasonal services. Ryan doesn’t just explain what to do—he hands you the playbook.

Want Ryan’s full Christmas Light Sales & Systems playbook and ongoing support?

DM “Podcast” to @ryanthewindowcleaner on Instagram and find out how he’s helping 40+ home service companies explode their profits—without burning out.

What if the marketing strategy you’re about to give up on is the exact one that could scale your business—if you just stuck with it?

In this off-the-cuff episode, Ryan shares a truth that every home service business owner needs to hear: most people fail at marketing not because their strategy is wrong—but because they give up too soon.

If you’ve ever run Facebook ads, dropped flyers, or tried door hangers and felt like “this just doesn’t work,” this episode is your wake-up call. Ryan pulls back the curtain on how he built a customer base of over 7,000 people and booked $150K+ this year alone—not from chasing shiny objects, but from staying consistent when everyone else quit.

Ready to stop guessing and start scaling your business the smart way? DM Ryan the word “podcast” on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner to learn how he’s helping 40+ home service businesses grow with real strategy and predictable marketing systems.

In this raw, off-the-cuff episode recorded on the road, Ryan pulls back the curtain on a long, chaotic day—and shares the powerful mindset that separates those who make it from those who don’t.

Inspired by a conversation with a coaching client and a podcast episode with Cameron Hanes, Ryan unpacks the principle of being undeniable: showing up again and again, whether it takes 3 years or 13, until your success can’t be ignored.

If you’re tired of feeling behind or comparing your journey to others, this one is a reset button for your soul. It’s not about how fast you go — it’s about not stopping. Period.

Want to stop guessing and start scaling your service business with clarity? DM @rynethewindowcleaner the word “podcast” on Instagram to connect with Ryan directly and learn more about joining his high-level coaching group helping 40+ home service businesses grow right now.

Still doing all the quoting, scheduling, cleaning, and oil changes in your business? Then this episode is for you. In today’s episode, Ryan breaks down the identity shift that separates stuck operators from true business owners.

He walks through the five steps he personally took to transition from a technician who owned a job… to a CEO who owns a scalable, profitable business. This mindset shift is the key to breaking past that exhausting $5K–$20K/month ceiling.

If you’ve ever said, “No one can do it like me,” you need to listen twice.

Ready to stop owning a job and start building a real business? DM Ryan the word “podcast” on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner.

Whether you’ve got questions or want to grow past that $20K/month ceiling, Ryan’s helping service pros just like you build businesses that work without them. 💼💰

In this real, off-the-cuff drive-home episode, Ryan breaks down one of the most misunderstood parts of growing a service business: marketing stamina. Too many business owners quit on Facebook ads, flyers, or door hangers after just a few weeks, then wonder why they’re stuck at $5K months. Ryan unpacks what it really takes to turn your marketing into a long-term asset, not just a short-term gamble. Whether you’re running ads or just getting boots on the ground, this episode is a wake-up call for anyone who’s serious about scaling.

If you’re ready to scale with systems that work long-term, DM Ryan on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner with the word “podcast.” He’s helping 40+ service businesses grow with proven strategies—and you could be next.

In this deeply personal episode, Ryan records straight from the driver’s seat of his Stingray Corvette, but this isn’t just a car chat. He opens up about the tragic loss of friends from his hometown in a plane crash and reflects on how fragile life really is. Ryan shares how the grind of entrepreneurship can quietly distance us from the people who matter most and why we can’t let that happen. If you’ve ever struggled with balancing ambition and family, this one will hit home.

If this episode hit home for you, share it with someone who needs to hear it or leave a quick review. Want to scale your service business without sacrificing your family? DM Ryan on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner with the word “podcast” and let’s talk.

In today’s episode, Ryan gets real about something most business owners struggle with: having hard conversations with employees. Whether it’s lateness, sloppiness, or poor attitude, most owners either avoid confrontation or explode after bottling up frustration. Neither works—and both can kill your company culture. So Ryan breaks down a powerful leadership strategy he learned from his mentor, Josh Latimer, on how to approach correction with clarity, calm, and control. You’ll learn the exact steps to take when a tech needs to be corrected, how to communicate expectations with confidence, and how to create buy-in without drama. If you want to lead like a true CEO—not just a friend or frustrated boss—this episode is for you.

🔥 Ready to level up your leadership and build a real business that runs without chaos?

📩 DM Ryan the word “podcast” on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner to connect and learn how he’s helping 40+ service business owners grow fast with confidence.

Until next time, keep grinding, keep growing—and remember: leadership isn’t easy, but it’s worth it.

In this off-the-cuff episode, Ryan shares a powerful lesson he learned at a Corvette performance driving school—and how it applies directly to growing a service business. It’s not just about going fast; it’s about knowing when to brake. Most small business owners burn themselves out by pushing the gas pedal non-stop, working late, quoting jobs, missing calls, and wondering why they’re stuck. But the ones who scale fast? They slow down at the right moments. Ryan breaks down the mindset shift from operator to owner, why weekly planning and early hiring matter, and how stepping back can set you up to move way faster long-term. If you’re stuck in hustle mode, this episode is your wake-up call.

🔥 Want help scaling your business without doing it all alone?

📩 DM Ryan the word “podcast” on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner to learn how he’s helping 40+ other service business owners grow and scale right now.

In this episode, Ryan shares one of the most powerful pricing strategies every service business owner should be using—Supply & Demand Pricing.

If you’ve been charging the same rates year-round, you're leaving money on the table. Ryan walks you through how to:

• Use your close rate as a real-time pricing signal
• Adjust your prices based on seasonal demand
• Make small, smart price changes (5–10%) that add pure profit to your bottom line
• Use CRMs and tools like ResponsiBid to make price adjustments in minutes
• Avoid the common mistake of guessing instead of using data-driven pricing decisions

This isn't theory—it's the exact method Ryan uses in his million+ dollar business to scale profitably without burning out or lowering standards.

If you want to make more without working more, this episode is your roadmap.

Let’s Connect:

Got value from today’s episode? Share it with a friend or leave a quick review—it means the world!

DM Ryan on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner with the word “Podcast” to get connected and learn how his team is helping 40+ companies grow and scale inside his group.

Until next time—keep grinding, keep growing.

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Recorded straight from the driver’s seat of his dream car, Ryan shares a real-time rant turned lesson.

A few internet trolls show up… and Ryan shows you exactly how to handle it.

Why doubt, hate, and small thinking are the greatest anchors on your growth—and how to ditch them.

How to reframe comparison and use other people’s success as fuel instead of frustration.

What driving a Z06 Corvette has to do with coaching 40+ business owners (more than you’d think).

Proof that you don’t need permission, just a plan—and the belief that it’s possible.

You’re not here to stay small.

DM Ryan the word “Podcast” on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner and let’s get you on a path to real scale.

Can You Step Away and Still Get Paid?

In this episode, Ryan tackles one of the top questions he gets:

“Is it really possible to step away from your window cleaning business and still make great money?”

Spoiler: Yes — but only if you build it right.

Ryan walks through how he spends less than 15 hours/week in his business while still pulling in 6 figures, and the exact pillars that made it possible. This episode unpacks his Hawaii test (yep, a whole month away), what roles to hire and when, and why letting go of perfection is the key to scaling freedom.

If you’re just getting started in your service business (especially in window cleaning) and you’re wondering, “How do I get customers without spending money on ads?” — this episode is your blueprint.

Ryan shares the exact step-by-step strategy he used to go from $0 to consistent $20K/months, without a marketing budget, paid ads, or a single referral. All you need is time, hustle, a solid plan, and 10,000 door cards.

This is not theory. This is exactly what’s working on the ground for Ryan and dozens of his coaching clients across the country.

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If this helped you, pass it on to another window cleaner or service business owner grinding to get momentum.

Leave a review on Apple or Spotify – it helps more than you know.

Tag @ryanthewindowcleaner with your favorite takeaway!

Until next time… keep grinding, keep growing. You’re closer than you think.

In today’s episode, Ryan opens up about the hidden side of success—burnout—and how years of pushing hard in business led to cycles of exhaustion, weight gain, and mental burnout. From running 500+ in-person quotes during Christmas light season to neglecting his own health, he learned the hard way that grinding non-stop isn’t sustainable.

This isn’t a tactic-heavy business breakdown—this is about the inner game that makes everything else work.

If you want to scale your business without sacrificing your health, happiness, or family, this episode is a must-listen.

Want Help Scaling Without Burning Out?

Ryan’s helping over 40+ window cleaning, pressure washing, and Christmas light companies grow profitably and sustainably.

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This episode is a mindset reset—the permission you didn’t know you needed to start taking care of the #1 thing in your business: YOU.

Until next time, keep grinding (with wisdom), keep growing (with purpose), and don’t forget to breathe. 

In this powerhouse episode, Ryan dives deep into a strategy that’s easily added six figures—if not a full seven figures—to his window cleaning business over the past five years: Text Blast Marketing. If you’ve ever wondered how to consistently fill your schedule, increase your average ticket, and turn dormant customers into raving fans, this is a must-listen.

He breaks down the exact scripts, software, timing, and psychology behind sending simple, strategic texts to your client list that generate $20K–$30K+ in sales, often in just a few days.

If you want to start leveraging simple SMS strategy to consistently fill your schedule, increase revenue, and stop relying only on new leads, copy Ryan’s process and get started today.

DM “podcast” to Ryan on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner to connect and learn more about the coachingg group helping 40+ home service businesses grow fast.

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In this episode, Ryan dives into the game-changing strategy of selling service packages instead of individual line items. He explains why packages work, how they tap into customer psychology, and how they can dramatically increase both your close rate and your average ticket. Ryan shares his proven approach to structuring packages using a Good-Better-Best (Bronze-Silver-Gold) format, backed by real-life examples from his own window cleaning business. Plus, he breaks down how to use Responsibid to present quotes professionally, boost perceived value, and make the buying decision easier for your clients.

If you’re tired of customers cherry-picking the cheapest options or struggling with low ticket values, this episode will give you practical insights to level up your quoting game.

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Instagram: @RyanTheWindowCleaner

DM the word “packages” for examples or Responsibid info.

If this episode gave you a fresh perspective on selling, share it with a fellow service business owner who needs it! Also, don’t forget to leave a review and let Ryan know how this strategy works for you.

Until next time—keep grinding, keep growing!

In this episode, Ryan dives into one of the biggest challenges for service business owners: building a team that stays. With high turnover rates being the norm in the window cleaning industry, Ryan shares his proven strategies for hiring the right people, training them effectively, and creating a culture where employees stick around for years.

Learn how Ryan’s thoughtful hiring process and commitment to a positive, growth-focused work environment have led to building a reliable and skilled team that supports his business’ success. Plus, Ryan shares some personal stories and insights on what makes his team feel valued and motivated to stay long-term.

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Website: Window Cleaning Millionaire

Six years ago, Ryan packed up his family, left his small hometown behind, and moved to Phoenix to chase one goal: build a million-dollar service business from zero—with no connections, no local reputation, and nothing but grit.

In this special anniversary episode, he reflects on the six most impactful lessons from the journey so far—real, hard-earned insights that can shortcut years of pain for anyone starting or scaling a service business.

Whether you’re just getting your first clients or gunning for your next truck, these principles are battle-tested and guaranteed to move the needle if you put them into action.

Want to Work With Ryan?

DM the word “podcast” on Instagram → @ryanthewindowcleaner

Get plugged into a growing community of over 40+ high-growth service business owners scaling fast with Ryan’s help.

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Ryan records this episode straight from the steps of the Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland — no mic, no studio, just raw insight about the one thing that’s fueled every breakthrough in his life and business: discipline.

From late-night workouts to years of consistent door-hanging, Ryan shares why discipline, not intelligence, connections, or talent, is the foundation of all his success. He’ll take you back to his high school basketball days, starting a business with no money, and building a $1.5M company… all by just doing what he said he would do.

Are you ready to build a business that actually lasts? DM Ryan the word PODCAST on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner to learn how his team is helping over 40+ service businesses scale with systems, accountability, and real discipline.

Today, Ryan pulls back the curtain on what really separates struggling businesses from thriving million-dollar companies: personal development. It’s not just about learning strategies or tactics — it’s about becoming the type of person who can lead, grow, and handle a big business.

Through a powerful story of transformation from the Book of Mormon, Ryan shows that personal growth isn’t optional — it’s foundational. If you’re feeling stuck at 100K, 200K, or even higher, chances are it’s not a “business” problem… it’s a you problem.

This episode will challenge you to level up who you are — so your business can follow.

Challenge for the Week:

Ask yourself: What does the best version of me actually look like? And what would that person do today?

Then go take action in alignment with your answer.

Ready to Grow?

If you know it’s time to become the leader your business needs, DM Ryan the word “GROW” on Instagram @ryanthewindowcleaner to learn how he’s helping 40+ home service business owners level up personally and professionally.

In this episode of The Window Cleaning Millionaire, Ryan pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest game-changers for his business—launching service agreements. After years of operating without consistent recurring revenue, Ryan shares how shifting his approach allowed him to build over $300,000 in recurring revenue in just one year… and why he wishes he had done it sooner.

You’ll hear exactly what worked (and what didn’t) when first launching service agreements, how he incentivized his technicians, how crafting a better offer made all the difference, and why recurring revenue is absolutely essential if you want real freedom and stability in your service business.

📩 Want help setting up your own program?

DM Ryan on Instagram (@ryanthewindowcleaner) with the word “recurring” and he’ll send you more info on how to build predictable growth into your business.

In this raw and real episode, Ryan shares the biggest mistake of his business journey — getting hit with a trademark lawsuit that forced a full rebrand from “The Window Ninjas” to “Reach Window Cleaning.”

From legal fees to re-wrapping trucks to rebuilding brand awareness from scratch, Ryan walks you through what happened, what he’d do differently, and why it may have been the blessing in disguise that set him up for long-term success.

If you’ve built a brand but haven’t protected it legally, this episode could save you tens of thousands of dollars — and a whole lot of pain.

Want Help Scaling Your Business (the smart way)?

DM “podcast” to Ryan on Instagram 👉 @ryanthewindowcleaner

Whether you’re stuck at $10K/month or eyeing seven figures, Ryan is helping 40+ home service business owners grow fast — with strategy, support, and systems that work.

Until next time… keep grinding, keep growing, and build something that lasts.

In this tactical, no-fluff episode, Ryan breaks down exactly when to make key hires inside your home service business based on revenue milestones. Whether you’re still in the truck or already pushing six figures, this episode gives you the blueprint for building a real business — one that doesn’t depend on you doing everything.

Ryan shares his real-world hiring timeline, what worked, what didn’t, and how to know when you’re ready for your first tech, office manager, sales manager, and ops manager — without crashing your cash flow.

If you’ve ever asked “When should I hire my first office manager?” or “How do I get out of the field without losing momentum?” — this episode is for you.

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Tag Ryan on social and let him know what part hit home

Until next time… keep grinding, keep growing, and keep building a business that serves your life not the other way around.

In one of his most personal episodes yet, Ryan opens up about a life-changing moment that reminded him exactly why he’s building this business in the first place — his family.

After a traumatic experience during the birth of his third child, Ryan was forced to confront a hard truth: building a business means nothing if it pulls you away from the people you love most. This episode is for every entrepreneur, husband, and father who’s grinding to provide — but may be losing sight of why they started in the first place.

📲 DM Ryan on Instagram: @ryanthewindowcleaner — Message the word “podcast” if you’re ready to grow your business without sacrificing what matters most.

🙏 If this episode hit home, do Ryan a favor — share it with another dad, business owner, or friend who needs it. And don’t forget to leave a review. It makes a big difference.

Until next time — keep grinding, keep growing, and keep your family first.

In this episode of The Window Cleaning Millionaire, Ryan dives deep into one of the most misunderstood pieces of the marketing puzzle for service businesses: front-end offers.

Most people run Facebook ads the wrong way—and then say the platform doesn’t work. The truth? Amateurs focus on the front end. Professionals focus on the back end.

Ryan unpacks the exact strategy he’s used for six years straight to turn $150 window cleaning offers into $1,200+ service agreements—and how this consistent approach helped scale his company from $250K to over $1.5M in just a few years.

If you’re struggling to make Facebook ads profitable—or you’re not using them at all—this episode will flip the switch in your brain and give you a new lens on long-term growth.

Feeling like your calendar runs you instead of the other way around? In this powerful episode of The Window Cleaning Millionaire, Ryan reveals the exact time management system that helped him grow a $1.5M window cleaning company and a $50K/month coaching business—without burning out or sacrificing time with his family.

He dives deep into weekly and daily planning, time blocking, and personal development—so you can stop winging it and start scaling on purpose. Whether you’re still in the truck or you’re hiring your first team member, this is the blueprint to take control of your time and build a business that supports your life (not the other way around).

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In This Episode, You’ll Hear:

• 💡 How Ryan went from cleaning windows solo to leading a 7-figure business

• 📦 The bold move that changed everything: from a 3,000-person town to Phoenix

• 📈 Real numbers from the early grind — including $2.8K months and $300K months

• 🛠️ The exact marketing strategies and levers that helped scale to six and seven figures

• 🔁 Why launching a membership model added $285K in annual recurring revenue

• 🧠 The mindset shifts required to grow past your current ceiling

• 🙌 How mentorship and investing in coaching (shoutout to Josh Latimer) played a pivotal role

Whether you’re just getting started or you’re trying to push past a plateau, this episode is raw, real, and loaded with insight. Ryan shares the wins, the failures, and everything in between — no fluff, no theory — just what actually works in the field.

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Learn how he’s helping 40+ service business owners grow and scale right now.

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