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Laid off- started window cleaning

r/Entrepreneur
7/21/2025

Content Summary

The author, after being laid off from their previous job, decided to start a window cleaning business. They faced challenges in finding new employment and chose to work for themselves. The author bought a squeegee and scrubber and managed to get one client by undercutting the usual service provider. They spent about 8 hours going door to door and realized that self-employment is not easy.

Opinion Analysis

The mainstream opinion is supportive of the author's decision to start their own business despite the challenges. There is a suggestion from a commenter to help with creating a basic website, indicating a willingness to assist in the author's entrepreneurial journey. No conflicting or controversial opinions are present in the comments.

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty in finding new employment in other fields
  • Challenges of starting a self-employed venture

Problems to Solve:

  • Need for financial independence
  • Desire to work for oneself

Potential Solutions:

  • Starting a window cleaning business
  • Undercutting competitors to gain clients

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • No specific SaaS growth strategies mentioned

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • No specific marketing or customer acquisition methods mentioned

Monetization & Product:

  • No insights about pricing, features, or product-market fit

User Engagement:

  • No community building or user engagement techniques mentioned