Social media isn't just a hot trend that will be gone some day down the road, it's here to stay. The different platforms people use will change from time to time, but how we share and exchange ideas have forever been changed. This rise of social media certainly has caught the attention of the small business community. In a nutshell, everyone wants to MONETIZE that avenue for … [Read more...] about 5 Social Media mistakes you’ll want to avoid…
Archives for March 2013
How to STAND OUT from the competition
When you start your own cleaning business you will be competing against other cleaning businesses. No news there right? That's how it works. However this does scare a lot of people as they make the assumption that the other companies are super human in some way, and can't be beaten just because they are established. Of course that belief is not true in any way shape or form. … [Read more...] about How to STAND OUT from the competition
FREE Download: House Cleaning Checklist
I'm a firm believer in using a house cleaning checklist while cleaning houses. These have always kept our staff focused on what needs to be done. Without it, there is a good chance someone would be missing some small detail. Making everyone use a house cleaning checklist also means the excuses as to why something didn't get done will be greatly reduced. After all, if your … [Read more...] about FREE Download: House Cleaning Checklist
What to look for when choosing a professional carpet cleaning machine
What makes the cleaning industry so wonderful is that there's just so many different ways to make money. One of those ways is by adding carpet cleaning to your list of available services. While performing just the basic cleaning duties in homes or businesses will earn you a pretty penny, carpet cleaning ups the ante by allowing you to earn much more money in a lot less … [Read more...] about What to look for when choosing a professional carpet cleaning machine
Prepare for the unexpected: Get some first aid kits.
It's easy to get so wrapped up in starting or operating your business that you forget something as basic as a first aid kit. You are so focused on making sure everything goes RIGHT that you forget that sometimes things can go WRONG. Never forget "Murphy's Law"! Why your business needs a first aid kit Getting injured on the job is a major occupational hazard for many … [Read more...] about Prepare for the unexpected: Get some first aid kits.