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EBOOK: Learn to Clean Any SurfaceEBOOK: Learn to Clean Any Surface
This 74 page ebook contains surface identification and cleaning strategies, and is FREE for members of MyHouseCleaningBiz.com. Use this ebook to train your employees so they don't inadvertently ruin a surface in your clients' home or office. The more they know about surfaces and the chemicals used to clean those surfaces, the less likely they'll be to cause problems for you down the road. After studying the content of this ebook, visit the "How to Clean Any Surface" section of the Member Discussion Forum. Here we've added the specific procedures for cleaning surfaces. . . . keep reading

SALE of the Week! Safety Training for Residential Cleaners (PDF Download)SALE of the Week! Safety Training for Residential Cleaners (PDF Download)
Did you know that cleaning companies are one of the businesses fined the most for failing to properly train their employees in regards to safety and hazards on the job? Complying with all of the local, state and federal requirements when it comes to safety training can be a big headache for your residential cleaning company. A small incident can lead to large fines for your company if you don't have a documented employee safety program in place for your cleaning business. The Safety Training for Residential Cleaners Program will provide you with all of the information you need to properly train your employees. This week only, get the Safety Training for Residential Cleaners (PDF Download) for just $22! Member price normally $27.00 and Non- . . . keep reading

"HOW-TO" Training Videos for Residential Cleaners"HOW-TO" Training Videos for Residential Cleaners
Cleaning business owners: use these short, how-to videos to train your employees on how to clean. These videos are great for short training sessions. Select one video to watch and discuss. This will provide your employees with ongoing training without YOU having to provide all the content! . . . keep reading

NEWSLETTERS for Residential Cleaning CompaniesNEWSLETTERS for Residential Cleaning Companies
June ISSUE NOW AVAILABLE! Sending monthly newsletters is the #1 way to stay in front of your clients and prospects. The best part is, WE do all the work of creating the content! All you have to do is personalize it for your business by adding special offers and company updates. Then take it to your local printer or upload it to an online printer. You can even upload it to your website for online reading. This is a 4-page, full color newsletter. You will have it printed on 11x17 paper, folded in half. New issues every month! Order monthly or buy an entire year for a discounted price. Click here to see sample issues. . . . keep reading

Team Leader Training ProgramTeam Leader Training Program
The Team Leader Training Program provides practical training for developing supervisory skills. As a business owner, you depend on your team leaders to make sure your company remains the well-oiled machine it was when you were directly supervising the cleaning technicians. In order to do that you must first coach your team leaders on how to be leaders, trainers, evaluators and mentors. Just because they were great at cleaning, doesn't mean they'll make a great team leader. This program is designed to help you, the business owner, groom your best employees for the next step in their career development. . . . keep reading

Episode #42 -- How Do You Deal With Cleaning Clients Who Always Ask For More?
Jean Hanson
Episode #42 -- How Do You Deal With Cleaning Clients Who Always Ask For More? Do you have cleaning clients that are always asking for more? Most cleaning companies do. We want to make our clients happy so often times we give away these "extras" for free because we feel uncomfortable telling them it will cost them more to receive that service. . . . keep reading
The Price You Pay For Under-Pricing Your Home Cleaning Services
Jean Hanson
Many cleaning business owners are under-pricing their cleaning services, and it's not just the ones that are getting started in the industry. Some under-price because that's the way they've always done it. Some lower their price just to stay competitive. . . . keep reading
7 Reasons to Consider Switching to Pre-Portioned Chemical Packets
Jean Hanson
Most residential cleaning business owners have made the switch to environmentally friendly cleaning chemicals, which are safer for their clients and for the environment. But how many of you have considered the sustainability aspect of green cleaning? . . . keep reading
VIDEO: How to Vacuum Carpet with an Upright Vacuum Cleaner
VIDEO: How to Vacuum Carpet with an Upright Vacuum Cleaner In this video, Steve explains how to effectively use an upright vacuum to clean rooms. He suggests that prior to starting to check your vacuums bags and begin vacuuming the room at the furthest point from where you'll finish to leave the carpet looking freshly groomed. . . . keep reading
Member Profile: Donna Senechal
Member Profile: Donna Senechal Donna Senechal owns Dust to Shine, LLC. She has been in business since 2000 and enjoys the flexibility that her schedule allows her to be with her children. She hopes to grown her business and someday own her own vacuum supply store. She uses MyHouseCleaningBiz.com for its informational content and its networking possibilities. . . . keep reading
Member Profile: Karenmarie Bartels
Member Profile: Karenmarie Bartels Karenmarie Bartels owns and operates Maid for You of Pensacola, Inc. She started her business in January of this year because she "simply loves to clean". She has a passion for her business and hopes to see it continually grow over the next 2 to 5 years. She uses MyHouseCleaningBusiness.com to assist with all aspects are of her business. . . . keep reading
VIDEO: How to Use a Measuring Wheel
VIDEO: How to Use a Measuring Wheel In this video, Steve explains how to use a measuring wheel to take accurate measurements of homes. You can find the wheel at any local hardware store and can be used in all types of rooms. . . . keep reading
VIDEO: How to Measure a Home
VIDEO: How to Measure a Home In this video Steve Hanson explains how to measure a home after you have done your walk through with the homeowner. You will need a walk through measurement worksheet, a laser measurer and measuring wheel to take accurate measurements of the home. This exercise will help when you are creating a proposal for clients. . . . keep reading
VIDEO: How to Walk Through a Home with a Customer
VIDEO: How to Walk Through a Home with a Customer In this video, Steve explains how to correctly and effectively do a home walk through with a client. One of the tools you will want to use is a Home Walk Through Worksheet. This will allow you to collect important information from the client and observations during the walk through. . . . keep reading
How to Build Your Dream Team
Jean Hanson
As a cleaning business owner, you know how hard it is to build a great team. We all want a team that we can totally rely one, one that works well together, and one that gets things done. So how do you build your "Dream Team"? . . . keep reading
Episode #39 -- 5 Ways to Build Trust in Your Cleaning Company: The Key to Long Term Clients
Jean Hanson
Episode #39 -- 5 Ways to Build Trust in Your Cleaning Company: The Key to Long Term Clients It takes a lot of time and effort to get a new client, so once you've got them, it's important to keep them long-term in order to build your business. One of the keys to retaining clients is to build trust. When clients trust you, they'll stay with you long term. This video explains five ways you can build trust with clients. . . . keep reading
EBOOK: Learn to Clean Any Surface
EBOOK: Learn to Clean Any Surface This 74 page ebook contains surface identification and cleaning strategies, and is FREE for members of MyHouseCleaningBiz.com. Use this ebook to train your employees so they don't inadvertently ruin a surface in your clients' home or office. The more they know about surfaces and the chemicals used to clean those surfaces, the less likely they'll be to cause problems for you down the road. After studying the content of this ebook, visit the "How to Clean Any Surface" section of the Member Discussion Forum. Here we've added the specific procedures for cleaning surfaces. . . . keep reading
Member Profile: Vanessa Netzloff
Member Profile: Vanessa Netzloff Vanessa Netzloff operates her business, Naturally Maid and has since January 2010. One of the biggest surprises she has found while running her business is how quickly word of mouth about her company has spread. She enjoys seeing how satisfied her customers are a job well done and recommends asking for help when you need it. MyHouseCleaningBiz.com has been one of her best assets for advice and training materials. . . . keep reading
Member Profile: Larado Bulkley
Member Profile: Larado Bulkley Larado Bulkley opened his cleaning business, Advantage Cleaning Services, in July 2008 when he bet his wife they could open a profitable business. While it has been difficult learning and understanding the laws and regulations to run a business, Larado says one of the best feelings is knowing he is contributing to his local economy. . . . keep reading
AUDIO: 5 Secrets to Customer Loyalty
AUDIO: 5 Secrets to Customer Loyalty Maid Service business consultant Debbie Sardone shares secrets to keeping customers for life. Closing the back door is as important as getting new customer through the front door. Debbie owns one of the largest maid services in the country, is the founder of Cleaning For A Reason, and consults with cleaning business owners every day on how to grow and improve their residential cleaning business. She shares her time-tested strategies for keeping customers loyal for years! . . . keep reading
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