Always be prepared to speak about your business, because you never know when the opportunity may present itself. I recently attended a networking breakfast, and out of the blue the president of the business association asked me to do a 5 minute presentation about my business (the person that was to speak did not show up). Though I was a little nervous I said yes right away. … [Read more...] about Prepare For The Unexpected (hint, public speaking)
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How To Be The King Of Customer Service
I bet you don't have to think too hard to remember your last negative customer buying experience. Maybe a website failed to respond to your email question? Perhaps a sales associate at your neighborhood grocery store failed to ring up the correct price on a sales item. Or maybe you were left on hold for a stretch of time when you called your banks toll-free line. Negative … [Read more...] about How To Be The King Of Customer Service
11 Tips For Growing Your Cleaning Business
If you're serious about growing your cleaning business this year (and beyond) take this advice to heart. Don't take "no" for an answer and never let yourself say "I have no more time". These are common excuses for people who fail, so don't fall into that trap! Make the commitment to yourself right now to maintain a consistent marketing effort. Work hard on a game plan you … [Read more...] about 11 Tips For Growing Your Cleaning Business
Is your cleaning business like Burger King?
Do your customer's have it their way? Let me explain what I mean by that. When you order from a restaurant, fast food or any take out place, you expect to get your order your way right? Then why shouldn't your customers get the service they want their way! Lets dig in and see how this effects you and your cleaning business. For starters not every office or business you … [Read more...] about Is your cleaning business like Burger King?
How to get your cleaning service bonded
Before we get talking about how to get your cleaning service bonded, lets talk about what bonding insurance is because not everyone may know. Bonding insurance, which is usually referred to as "bonding", is a method of insuring against loss caused by several factors. These factors may include lack of competence, fraud or dishonesty. The people who carry this type of insurance … [Read more...] about How to get your cleaning service bonded