Does Subcontracting Work in the Cleaning Industry? Transitioning from Staffing to Leadership

About this episode

Matt and Greg discuss subcontracting in the cleaning industry with guest Ricky Regalado, highlighting its potential benefits and pitfalls.

In this episode, Matt and Greg are happy to have special guest Ricky Regalado of "Clean and Cocktails," Route, The Janitorial Store, and more to share his expertise on the commercial cleaning industry. The discussion explores how subcontracting can be a misunderstood strategy that either accelerates growth or damages a reputation if approached as a staffing solution rather than a leadership decision. Ricky provides a look behind the curtain at his vetting process, emphasizing the importance o...

People in this episode

Hosts: Matthew Stowe, Greg Stowe

Guest: Ricky Regalado

Topics covered

• subcontracting
• cleaning industry
• leadership
• staffing solutions
• business growth

Keywords

• subcontracting
• cleaning industry
• leadership
• staffing
• business growth
• Ricky Regalado

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Clean and Cocktails, Route, The Janitorial Store

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