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Audio Recordings for Members
Listen to audio recordings on the topics listed below. Check back often as we're always adding new information. The most recent audios are listed below the gray line.
Getting Started in Your Residential Cleaning Business: Step-by-Step
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!
Interviews with Experts
We regularly interview experts in the residential cleaning business. We also look for people who are experts in other areas of business that will be of interest to our members. Check back often as we will be adding to this section of the website regularly.
Telephone Discussion Forums
Join us for the Members Only Telephone Discussion Forums - starting in February 2009.
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AUDIO: Success on Facebook for Home Cleaning Companies
This is an interview with Enid Tate-Shephard, owner of Enid's Cleaning Service in Rochester, Indiana. Enid's strategies for connecting with clients and her local community on Facebook have made a huge difference in the success of her business. She's found just the right mix interactions that help her to achieve her goal of creating a valued presence in her community and to gain new clients. . . .
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AUDIO: Top Five Free Things You Can Do Today To Prepare For Disaster
Did you know that almost half of the businesses that go through a disaster never reopen their doors? Eye-opening isn't it? But it doesn't have to happen to you! You can take steps TODAY to get your business up and running should disaster come knocking at your door. Listen as experts in disaster recovery share their advice on what you can do today to prepare for disaster. . . .
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AUDIO: Are you prepared for unplanned illness or injury that keeps you from working?
Some of us are lucky enough to lead healthy lives, and our business continues to run smoothly. Unfortunately, NONE of us can predict what will happen, so it's up to us to prepare for the unexpected if we want our business to thrive in our absence. This is a recorded member discussion where you'll learn tips on how to prepare for that unexpected moment that could leave your business in turmoil unless you plan for it today! . . .
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INTERVIEW: How to Protect Your Computer and Where to Get Help When You Need an Expert
This is an interview with Lisa Hendrickson of Call That Girl, a computer support and repair company. If you've never had a virus or malware problem on your computer, good for you! But keep in mind, it's just a matter of time. Even with the best protection, every computer is vulnerable to attack. Lisa helps to sort through some of the potential problems you may encounter and will share simple tools to help. And if you ever need an expert to work on your computer, Lisa and her team come highly recommended by Jean Hanson -- and that comes from first hand experience! . . .
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AUDIO: Hitting the Million Dollar Mark in the Home Cleaning Industry
Jean and Steve Hanson joined Perry Phillips on this call about hitting the million dollar mark in your cleaning business. A "million dollars" seems to be "the number" for our industry, when many service owners set out on the path to success that is their primary "over arching" goal. All too often many end up frustrating themselves during the process simply because most never take the time to stop and make a plan, one based on what a million dollar home cleaning business look like, how should it be run, and what does it take to get there. . . .
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AUDIO: Add Profits to Your Bottom Line by Diversifying Your Services
When times are tough, people cut back, which directly affects your bottom line. That's why NOW is the perfect time to add profitable services to your home cleaning business. Learn the in's and out's of professional carpet cleaning, hard floor care and window washing, including how to choose the right equipment and certification recommendations. This recording is provided by Home Cleaner Magazine. Jean and Steve Hanson, founders of MyHouseCleaningBiz.com filled in for Perry Phillips for this call. . . .
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AUDIO: PEO Services for HR
This is an interview with Terri Swanson of Empo Corporation, a PEO services and HR management firm. In this interview, Terri explains exactly what PEO services are and why you should consider it for your cleaning company. In the interview, Terri explains the following: 1) What does PEO mean and why a business owner would enter into this type of arrangement for their company. 2) How it works 3) What size of companies usually engage in a PEO relationship 4) Benefits to employers 5) Benefits to employees 6) How PEO's help their clients control costs and grow their bottom line 7) How much it costs . . .
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AUDIO: Are You Prepared for Tax Time?
This is a telephone discussion that members had at our sister site, The Janitorial Store. Listen as Jean, Steve and fellow members discuss tax time preparation. Some of the topics discussed include: Why you should use bookkeeping software to track your business financials; Do you prepare your own taxes or do you have an accountant?; How often and when you should visit your accountant; Paying Estimated taxes W-2's and other end-of-year forms and reports; Taking advantage of write-off's; Tracking mileage; Employees vs subcontractors . . . .
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AUDIO: 3 Easy Ways to Expand into Commercial Cleaning
Have you been thinking about expanding into commercial cleaning? It's not for everyone! There are many things to consider before jumping in feet first. Listen to this audio recording by Co-founders, Jean and Steve Hanson as they discuss 3 easy ways to expand into commercial cleaning . . .
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AUDIO: Barternomics with Debbie Sardone
AUDIO INTERVIEW: Barter expert, Debbie Sardone has written a new book called "Barternomics". Debbie is an expert on barter and helps cash-challenged people get what they want. She barters more than $20,000 a year for things like: printing, airfare, hotels, car repairs, signs & banners, advertising, restaurant certificates, sporting events, salon & spa services, and even Lasik Eye Surgery! . . .
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AUDIO: Create Raving Fans With Appreciation Marketing
Jean Hanson
This is a member discussion on Appreciation Marketing and why it's so important to your cleaning business. Would you like to create Raving Fans for your cleaning business? Raving fans are loyal customers, and if you don't have loyal customers, you'll never be able to grow your business. This call will teach you how to use Appreciation Marketing to grow your base of loyal customers so you can take your business to the next level of success. . . .
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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 . . .
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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! . . .
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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! . . .
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AUDIO: Cause Marketing! Doing Good and Doing Well
In this recorded call, learn "How Cleaning for FREE can make a difference in your staff, your heart, and your bottom line". Business coach, million dollar maid service owner, and founder of the national non-profit Cleaning For A Reason, speaks on the practical and financial benefits of corporate giving and social responsibility. Don't miss the great tips on how to get the attention of reporters, how to overcome the fear of talking to the press, and the positive impact cause marketing will have on your employees and bottom line. . . .
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Planet.Green.Clean
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Housekeeping Associates
Ann Arbor, MI
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Life Maid Easy LLC
Vero Beach, FL
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Sunspark Home Cleaning Service
Toronto, Canada
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Home Therapy Cleaning Services
Geraldton, Australia
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