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EBOOK and WEBINAR DOWNLOAD - Green Cleaning for Residential Cleaning CompaniesEBOOK and WEBINAR DOWNLOAD - Green Cleaning for Residential Cleaning Companies
Concern for the environment is growing every day. And in the cleaning industry, green cleaning and providing environmentally friendly cleaning services is becoming the standard rather than the exception. Do you want to offer green cleaning services to your cleaning customers but don't know where to begin? This e-book and recorded webinar will walk you through the steps of setting up your green cleaning program for all your residential homes. PLUS you get a dozen forms to use to start your transition to green cleaning . . . keep reading

EBOOK: 150+ Marketing Ideas for Residential Cleaning Companies.EBOOK: 150+ Marketing Ideas for Residential Cleaning Companies.
Jean & Steve Hanson
THIS EBOOK IS FREE FOR MEMBERS! Take the guesswork out of marketing your residential cleaning business with ideas that work! Are you 'stuck' on coming up with ideas for marketing your house cleaning business? Do you struggle with putting yourself out there to market your business? Would you like to make marketing more FUN? The 150+ marketing ideas in this ebook are tips that have been shared among cleaning business owners who are successfully marketing their house cleaning business. Immediate Download for members of MyHouseCleaningBiz.com. . . . keep reading

Calculators for Residential Cleaning CompaniesCalculators for Residential Cleaning Companies
We have several calculators available to members that can be helpful to residential cleaning companies. Included are the Residential Pricing Estimator, the Constructiom Cleaning and Move-In / Move-Out calculator and the Window Washing Bid Calculator. Keep in mind that the calculators may or may not reflect your company's production rates and pricing in your area and are not a substitute for competitive price checking. . . . keep reading

AUDIO SERIES: Getting Started in Your House Cleaning BusinessAUDIO SERIES: Getting Started in Your House Cleaning Business
Are you just getting started with your residential house cleaning business? Then you've found the right place! This is a series of short audio recordings that take you step-by-step through the process of starting your business. Some of the topics include deciding on a niche, how to choose a name for your business, getting an EIN number, how to pay taxes, how to set up your company to hire employees and more! . . . keep reading

Residential Calculator
Residential Cleaning Calculator. This calculator is based on the features of the home including frequency, type of home, square footage, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, pets, type of flooring and neatness. . . . keep reading
How To Create a Full-Color Craigslist Ad For Your Residential Cleaning Business
Jean Hanson
Many residential cleaning business owners post ads on Craigslist, and many have a lot of success with it. But in order to stand out from the crowd, it helps to have a unique, full-color ad, rather than a plain old text ad. . . . keep reading
Cleaning Up After Bedbugs
Jean Hanson
Cleaning Up After Bedbugs Even the most affluent homes can be plagued with a nuisance often associated with a dirty environment, and that is bedbugs. As a residential cleaning service, one of your duties may include changing the linens. What do you really know about bedbugs, other than they are an unwelcome guest in any home? What can you do to identify them? What can you do to get rid of them and prevent them from returning? By knowing the answers to these questions, you will be prepared to knowledgeably step in and improve the health and well-being of your clients when bedbugs strike. . . . keep reading
How To Offer Ultrasonic Blind Cleaning Services Without Investing In Expensive Equipment
Steve Hanson
We're often asked what is the best way to clean window blinds. Our answer is always the same - ultrasonic cleaning. It is by far the best, most efficient and most thorough way to clean most window blinds (wood blinds, some fabric blinds and highly oxidized blinds should NOT be cleaned this way). . . . keep reading
Who Is The "Weak Link" In Your House Cleaning Business And What Are You Going To Do About It?
Jean Hanson
Weak links cost your company money. Sure, they may show up to work every day, but they may also be undermining your efforts at every turn. You know the ones -- they do just enough work to get by; other employees complain about the "slacker" on their team; they always seem to have a bad attitude. You know who they are... . . . keep reading
Choose Your Wood Care Products Carefully
It's no wonder there's a lot of confusion about what wood-care products to use. Store shelves are stacked with countless brands of wax, polish, spray and oil. Unless your furniture is sold as unfinished, or the finish has deteriorated, when you clean your furniture you're actually cleaning the finish, not the wood. Proper care can prolong the life of a finish, making the surface of furniture slippery so that objects slide along it without scratching. For new furniture, read manufacturers' tags and literature. Consider consulting a conservator for tips on caring for especially valuable antiques and heirlooms. . . . keep reading
Sales Leads For Residential Cleaning Companies
Sales Leads For Residential Cleaning Companies Get access to thousands of hot new sales leads to commercial prospects and get to these prospects before your competitors do. No need to spend hours and days researching to create and build your prospect list, simply fill out the application form and fax or email it to us and within 3 to 5 days you will receive thousands of targeted names, phone numbers and address to call or mail your marketing materials to. . . . keep reading
Is There Life After Your Cleaning Business! (Part I)
Sharon L. Cowan
Is There Life After Your Cleaning Business! (Part I) Does the thought of escaping to a sunny, remote beach, getting away from all of stress of running your cleaning business cross your mind more often than ever? Do you feel drained and tired each day no matter how much sleep you've had? Does the fact that you drink 4 pots of coffee a day for a jolt and it doesn't work anymore ever scare you? Maybe it's time to think about life after your Cleaning Business. You may be ready for a change and not even know it. . . . keep reading
AUDIO: Interview with Kevin Connell, CEO of AccuScreen
AUDIO: Interview with Kevin Connell, CEO of AccuScreen AUDIO: This is a recorded interview with Kevin Connell, CEO and Founder of AccuScreen, the industry leader in employee screening and background checks. Connell is a former Director of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners. He is also a renowned speaker, and has been featured on ABC News, and has been interviewed on more than 60 live talk radio programs. This is a two-part interview, with each part approximately 30 minutes. You'll learn . . . keep reading
Proper Leather Care and Cleaning Methods - Part 2
Steve Hanson
Proper Leather Care and Cleaning Methods - Part 2 In Part one of our article, we talked about the different types of leather. This week we will discuss how to care for and clean leather properly. Caring for leather is necessary to protect an expensive investment. Routine vacuuming and dusting is required to keep your leather look good and last longer. Sometimes, a professional leather cleaning company may be needed to properly clean your leather, but if you follow these tips, you can help keep your leather furniture looking good. . . . keep reading
AUDIO: Jumpstart Your Home Cleaning Business: Real Results In Just 90 Days
AUDIO: Jumpstart Your Home Cleaning Business: Real Results In Just 90 Days Whether you're just getting started in business or are a seasoned veteran wanting to increase sales, this recorded call will motivate and inspire you to jumpstart your business TODAY. The call features Jean Hanson and her guest, Perry Phillips, publisher of Home Cleaner Magazine and owner of PerriSparkle Cleaning Services. In October 2009, Perry started a new cleaning service, and in just 90 days he achieved real results from his marketing efforts. Nine months later his company is cleaning 40 homes in his area. Find out how he did it by listening today! . . . keep reading
AUDIO: How To Go From House Cleaner to Business Success Story
AUDIO: How To Go From House Cleaner to Business Success Story This is a recording of a call with Jean Hanson and her guest, Debbie Sardone - How To Go From House Cleaner to Business Success Story - Real help for frustrated owners who want more out of their residential cleaning business. Maid service owner, speaker, writer, and serial entrepreneur, Debbie Sardone, shares how she went from cleaning toilets to growing and managing her million dollar maid service in just seven years! Debbie also shares the number one reason owner-cleaners never get out of the field, and the secret to getting out and staying out forever, so you can grow and manage the business of your dreams. Listen to the recording if you're still cleaning houses and want more from your business! . . . keep reading
Meet Member: Barbara Smith
Meet Member: Barbara Smith Barbara Smith may be a new cleaning business owner, but she brings many skills to her business, including strong leadership; a skill needed to become a successful business owner. She is currently a VP and branch manager at a local bank, and is building her business on a part-time basis. Read more about Barbara here . . . keep reading
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