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Episode #2 - CleaningBiz.tv - David Holly Talks About Green Cleaning
Episode #2 -- This is an interview with Green Cleaning guru, David Holly. In the interview, David talks about: 1) the future of the cleaning industry as it relates to green cleaning; 2) is certification necessary and how to prepare if that is your goal; 3) how to differentiate your cleaning company from everyone else offering green cleaning. Hosted by Jean and Steve Hanson, Co-founders of TheJanitorialStore.com and MyHouseCleaningBiz.com. To subscribe, visit CleaningBiz.tv. . . .
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Afraid To Go After Large Sized Cleaning Accounts? Don't Be!
Steve Hanson
If you own a small commercial cleaning company, chances are you started out cleaning (or still clean) smaller sized buildings. You probably clean each location one to three times per week, and the accounts may bring in $250 to $500 a month in revenue. But if you're like most of us in this business, you aspire to take on larger buildings. . . .
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What To Do When You Lose A Cleaning Client Because Of Poor Performance
Jean Hanson
All cleaning businesses lose clients and for various reasons. In many cases it has nothing to do with your performance -- they could have gone out of business, or they could have hired a new property manager that has another cleaning company he likes working with. But if you lost the client because of poor performance, then you need to figure out what went wrong and how to keep the same thing from happening with other clients. . . .
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Tips For Mopping With Microfiber Flat Mops
Steve Hanson
If you are used to mopping with regular string mops, you'll soon realize that mopping with microfiber flat mops is very different. Some employees of cleaning contractors complain about streaking, so the following are tips from a cleaning business owner on training employees on how to mop with microfiber flat mops. . . .
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4 Steps to Successful Training For Janitorial Employees
Steve Hanson
As a business owner with janitorial employees, the proper training and documentation can make or break your business. From the employee's point of view there is a lot of information to take in at one time. Having specific documentation such as a written training program is extremely important. Without it, the job will get done, but it may or may not be to your company's standards. . . .
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5 Reasons Cleaning Supervisors Fail
Jean Hanson
When it's time to hire a supervisor for their cleaning business, most owners look to their existing employees. There is usually at least one person who stands out from the rest; they do a great job cleaning, they're dependable, and they go the extra mile for you. . . .
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What Are Systems And Why Do I Need Them For My Cleaning Business
Steve Hanson
People get into the cleaning business for a variety of reasons, and most would argue that it's not rocket science so how hard can it be? And it's true -- it's not rocket science. But no matter how simple a business might seem to be, it can fall apart quickly without systems in place to make sure things run smoothly. . . .
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Background Checks for Cleaning Companies: What You May Not Know
Jean Hanson
How well do you know the cleaners you hire? If you reviewed their application and did an interview or two, you may have a good "gut instinct" for who they are. But many people are skilled at telling employers what they want to hear, and they are also good at embellishing their employment application. . . .
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Commercial Building First Impressions: Your Responsibility as a Building Service Contractor
Steve Hanson
They say first impressions are the most memorable. When you comes to commercial buildings, where are first impressions created? The entry? The lobby? The reception area? No. The first thing you see when you pull into the parking lot is the exterior grounds. Is there trash blowing around the parking lot? Empty pop cans, bottles, bags, papers, or any debris often litter the parking lot. What does this say about the business owner? . . .
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How To Create a Memorable Experience For Your Commercial Cleaning Customers
Jean Hanson
The pressure is on. Can you feel it? Every commercial cleaning business owner is under pressure to retain existing customers and find new customers. Not an easy task when the economy is unstable. The advice you've heard from the experts is to differentiate yourself from your competitors, but how do you do that? One way is to create a memorable experience for your customers -- an experience they've never had with another cleaning company. . . .
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What Qualities Should You Look For In A Good Janitorial Supervisor?
Jean Hanson
There are many qualities to look for in a good janitorial supervisor. You'll find that most people will be stronger in some areas than others, so keep in mind that whoever you choose will need support and training from you. By training them in the areas they're lacking in, you'll be helping them become a strong member of your supervisory staff. . . .
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What is Employee Engagement and Why Should I Care?
Jean Hanson
Employee Engagement is defined as an employee's willingness and ability to contribute to company's success. Or in other words, the extent to which your employees are willing to put extra effort into their work in the form of extra time, brainpower and energy. As a cleaning business owner, you might be thinking, yeah right! Extra effort? I'm lucky if I can get them to show up to work! . . .
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Unveiling the Importance of Floor Matting
Steve Hanson
Over the years a lot of research has gone into the design and development of floor mats. Today mats are designed for specific uses. For example, high traffic areas such as retail stores need rough and tough mats; office buildings need nice looking carpeted mats that captures soil brought into the building, while industrial facilities need mats for anti-fatigue and safety for their employees. . . .
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4 Ways To Boost Collections For Your Cleaning Company
Jean Hanson
When times are tough, struggling businesses can be slow to pay their bills, so cleaning companies need to find ways to boost their collection rate in order to keep cash flowing into the business. Following are tips to help you develop collection strategies for late payers. . . .
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