Why would someone leave a long career in corporate finance to start a cleaning business?

In this episode of the Jim’s Podcast, I chat with Tracy from Jim’s Cleaning Beaumaris, just five weeks into her franchise, about why this move worked better than she expected.

We talk about enzyme-based, biodegradable cleaning products, why health-conscious clients love them, and how she’s built steady work without heavy advertising.

Including referrals from before-and-after photos and word of mouth.

00:00 Intro. From corporate finance to cleaning
02:05 Why Tracy chose cleaning over cafés, restaurants, and investing
04:10 Enzyme-based and biodegradable cleaning products explained
07:20 Cleaning for clients with asthma, allergies, and sensitivities
10:30 How enzyme cleaners keep working over time
13:45 Turning before-and-after photos into referrals
16:30 Early lead conversion and word-of-mouth growth
19:40 First-week lessons and early mistakes
22:50 Training, systems, and franchise support
25:40 Why this career change worked and final advice
28:30 Wrap-up and closing

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