{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Johnson City Living","title":"198. Erica Turner on Community, Cleaning, and Giving Back in Johnson City","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2458,"description":"About the Guest:Erica TurnerErica Turner is a seasoned business owner and the driving force behind Green Meadow Cleaning, a well-respected residential and commercial cleaning service based in Johnson City. With a commitment to quality, simplicity, and community, Erica has built her company from the ground up, starting with lawn care and expanding into full-fledged cleaning services. Having founded Green Meadow Cleaning in 2013, Erica has been a cornerstone in the community, not only through her business but also by supporting those in need, especially cancer patients through the nonprofit Cleaning for a Reason.Episode Summary:In this heartfelt episode, Colin Johnson of the Colin and Carter Group and Keller Williams Realty sits down with Erica Turner from Green Meadow Cleaning to discuss the journey from a life-altering move to Johnson City and the establishment of her thriving cleaning business. A journey marked by resilience, community support, and an unwavering commitment to giving back, Erica’s story is both inspirational and practical for anyone looking to dive into the world of small business.Erica shares the story of Green Meadow Cleaning's origins, detailing how personal losses and a yearning for simplicity brought her and her husband to Johnson City from Richmond, Virginia. Initially providing lawn care services, they transitioned into the cleaning industry, guided by the community's welcoming spirit and Erica's own experiences with her mother's battle with cancer. The episode delves into the logistics of running a successful cleaning business, the importance of work-life balance, and Erica’s passion for helping those undergoing cancer treatment through Cleaning for a Reason.Key Takeaways:Personal Journey: Erica Turner's move from Richmond to Johnson City was driven by a desire for simplicity and healing, leading to the founding of Green Meadow Cleaning.Building a Business: The transition from lawn care to cleaning services highlighted the importance of...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/kVR7xJ03NYhfF8_sXtvBTfSHl3i_ZVCt1UjNi6axA5o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zMjQw/NGFjNzI2N2RiMTky/ZmZiMTFmOTA5YThl/MWViNi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}