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.

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.

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.

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.

Episode Summary:

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.

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.

📲 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.

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.

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

In this first-ever interview episode of the Window Cleaning Millionaire Podcast, Ryan sits down with Jon Karmazyn, founder of Revive Power Washing & Holiday Lighting, who went from $163,000 in debt to building a $2M/year home service company in two markets, all without sacrificing his marriage, family, or sanity.

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

EPISODE SUMMARY:

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.