The Cleaning Journey4 Sep 2025

Ep. 2 - What I Learned About Letting Go In My Cleaning Business

Ever dreamt of running your cleaning business from the beach while your team and clients rave about your service? Are you curious about how to Run Your Cleaning Business Remotely?

Jessica Agate, owner of The Cleaning Diva LLC, reveals how she went from chaotic paper schedules and "doing it all" to leading a thriving cleaning company remotely. She shares why establishing core values (practice positivity, value relationships, have fun, be productive, and make money) transformed her hiring process, improved client retention, and helped her trust her team of "divas" to deliver excellence in New Jersey while she works from Florida.

In this interview, you'll learn how to let go of control, overcome the belief that "nobody cleans like me," and build a team culture that loves coming to work. Jessica talks about finding clients on Craigslist, using Jobber and other apps to streamline operations, setting up systems for recruiting and training, running weekly Zoom meetings, handling times when multiple employees quit, and shifting her mindset to stay positive and solution‑oriented. Whether you're just starting or ready to scale, her story proves that remote management and sustainable growth are possible with the right systems and coaching.

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