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#122: Katie Bradley's “Simple Kit” Strategy for Faster, Safer, More Profitable Cleans
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- Mar 17, 2026
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Summary
Katie Bradley is all over cleaning social media — but she’s not here for the viral “bucket of water on the floor” bullsh*t. In this episode, Stephanie sits down with Katie, Owner of Maid Busters in Cincinnati, Ohio (aka “Come Clean with Katie” online), to talk about what social media gets wrong, what real pros do instead, and how to run a cleaning business that protects clients’ homes and the cleaner’s body. This episode dives deep into safer product choices, simpler kits, stainless steel that actually looks good, and the boundaries that keep cleaners from burning out. 📌 What You’ll Learn — Why viral cleaning hacks can damage floors, counters, and finishes (and how to professionally say “no” to risky requests) — Katie’s simplified cleaning kit essentials — Why oils and “shine” products can cause buildup (and how to educate clients without making it weird_ — Boundaries that prevent resentment: clutter fees, scope clarity, and contracts that back you up — The real reason raising prices feels scary and how to stop “getting in clients’ pockets” — Content creation while cleaning — Why reliability is a competitive advantage 👉 Try ZenMaid free for 14 days: https://get.zenmaid.com📞 Book a Consulting Call with Stephanie: https://serene-clean.com/consulting-services/✉️ Subscribe to ZenMaid's Weekly Newsletter: https://zenmaid.lpages.co/newsletter-sign-up/ 📖 Read the full transcript: https://zenmaid.com/magazine/katie-bradleys-simple-kit-strategy-for-faster-safer-more-profitable-cleans/