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03rd February 2009
Do you like the spruced up “spic and span” look? Do you like keeping things clean and in order always? Never mind if your friends consider you a clean freak, if the answer to the above questions is a yes, then you might have just stumbled across a gre... Read >
Author: Susan Hutson03rd February 2009
Do you like the spruced up “spic and span” look? Do you like keeping things clean and in order always? Never mind if your friends consider you a clean freak, if the answer to the above questions is a yes, then you might have just stumbled across a gre... Read >
Author: Susan Hutson05th January 2009
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Everyone who rides the rails knows things have not been the same since efforts have been made towards privatisation. In a scramble to make things work, companies have been struggling to find qualified worker... Read >
Author: Louise G30th October 2008
In the last few years, I have seen membership subscription websites take the Internet by storm. Most subscription sites offer their subscriptions for a fee; however, a handful offers their information for free to anyone who will provide an email address a... Read >
Author: Pooja Gupta14th August 2008
People from around the world perform all manner of tasks and transactions to earn a living. Some ways to make money are easier, faster and and considerably less stressful than others. Here are five ways to legally make fast easy money no matter who you ar... Read >
10th April 2008
A lease is a contract between the owner and user of a property. Leasing commercial property can sometimes be a challenge to a small business owner. But one that is worth it when you start to get the extra money coming in.
There are many different type... Read >
Author: Helen24th July 2007
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Handing prospective clients a tri-fold brochure is one of the traditional ways cleaning businesses get information out about what they do. Even though a brochure is a convenient marketing piece and might be a goo... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson18th July 2007
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You started your cleaning business to make a profit and earn a living. Most cleaning businesses, whether they do residential or commercial cleaning, start out with the owner doing everything - marketing, cleaning... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson04th July 2007
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If you'd like to offer floor care services for resilient tile in your cleaning business, you need to know some of the terminology in order to understand how the chemicals work. Following are some of the character... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson24th May 2007
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Are you looking for a way to clean that involves less elbow grease? Are you looking for a healthier way to clean? Have you considered switching to vapor steam cleaning? Vapor steam cleaning is a unique cleaning m... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson21st May 2007
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Many residential cleaning companies start out as a one-person operation. But as your cleaning company grows and you add employees you will soon face the problem of whether you should send in a single person to cl... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson11th May 2007
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In the past few years, news headlines have screamed of high profile scandals involving big names and companies like Martha Stewart, Enron, and Tyco. Because of these high profile scandals, businesses and individu... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson26th April 2007
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Even though there is still cold weather in some parts of the country, winter is officially over and the spring season is here! For many, spring is the time to do a thorough cleaning to get rid of all the dust, s... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson28th March 2007
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Floors, especially hard surface floors, cover a large percentage of a building and are areas that your cleaning workers will spend a lot of time maintaining. Take a look at the list of ingredients of many of the ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson14th March 2007
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You may have started your cleaning business to be your own boss, get out of the 9 to 5 rat race, or just because you enjoy cleaning and doing a good job for your customers. But your business will only succeed for... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson28th February 2007
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Many cleaning companies are making the switch to green cleaning chemicals. But with so many products on the market these days, how do you know which ones are truly "green"? Here are some recommendations on what t... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson31st January 2007
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One of the fastest ways to grow your cleaning business is to get referrals from your current customers. There may be times when a customer will pass your company's name along without any prompting from you. Howev... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson16th January 2007
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Bad things can happen to your business -- fires, floods, tornadoes and hurricanes, are just a few of the many disasters that can wipe out your cleaning business in just a matter of minutes. You have spent years ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson05th January 2007
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No matter how large or how small your cleaning business is, there is going to come a time when you answer the phone and find a customer on the other end who has a complaint. How you handle that complaint can have... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson03rd January 2007
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In many parts of the country, winter brings with it wet and icy conditions. This is dangerous not only for driving, but also for walking! Thousands of injuries occur from people slipping and falling because of ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson29th December 2006
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Winning those first few sales is one of the toughest challenges you'll face when getting your new cleaning business off the ground. Some prospects may be uncomfortable working with a new business owner. They may ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson19th December 2006
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A business plan is an important document that cleaning companies of all sizes should take the time to prepare before signing on that first account. By sitting down to write a business plan you take the time to lo... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson14th December 2006
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You've bought all your cleaning supplies and equipment, told everyone you know that you have started a cleaning business and now you are ready to start bidding on jobs and getting down to work. So your next step ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson17th November 2006
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You don't have to be running your own business for very long to find out that customers are different when it comes to what they expect out of a cleaning service. There are those customers who want the best, no matte... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson17th November 2006
There are many types of disposable wipers sold in the current janitorial and healthcare markets. Each type of wiper is suited for an individual use and treated with different chemicals. Center pull disposable wipers are great for anywhere you need dispos... Read >
Author: Lee Harris16th November 2006
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As a cleaning company you use various chemicals in your day-to-day operations. Products such as floor finish, toilet bowl cleaners, disinfectants, carpet spotters and all-purpose cleaners contain various ingredients ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson16th November 2006
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If your business is like many other traditional cleaning companies, you started by cleaning an office, apartment building, retail store or other commercial building. Adding additional clients may have included more o... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson07th November 2006
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Restroom cleanliness is one of the most common complaints cleaning companies receive. When cleaning restrooms, keep in mind that they should not only look clean, but that they should feel and smell clean. An impo... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson26th October 2006
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Networking is a great way to market your cleaning business, and in order to do it effectively, you need to plan ahead so you know what you want to accomplish at each event. You also need to grow and nurture your ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson03rd October 2006
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In today's workforce there is a new phenomenon happening - there are four distinct generations that are out there working together. What does this mean for your cleaning company? Each generation is unique, which mean... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson29th September 2006
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If your cleaning company is responsible for carpet spotting or overall carpet cleaning, you are eventually going to run across gum that is smashed into the carpet fibers. You may be cleaning up just a piece or two or... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson27th September 2006
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As your cleaning company grows and your client list expands, you'll soon realize that you can't do it all yourself. Hiring, supervising and taking care of payroll are very time-consuming measures. Rather than putting... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson07th September 2006
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When bidding a cleaning account, labor is always the biggest expense. In order to determine your labor expense for a cleaning account you'll need to figure out how many hours it will take to get the job done.
In o... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson03rd September 2006
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Along with a business plan, a mission statement is an important tool that will capture the spirit of your business. A mission statement helps to clarify the goals and objectives of your company. In just a sentence or... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson31st August 2006
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According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, family businesses are not only common, but contribute to more than 60 percent of the U.S. Gross Domestic Product. Your cleaning business may fall into this realm a... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson23rd August 2006
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Taking good care of your cleaning equipment not only extends the life of your machines, but it saves you money too. Cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffing machines, and automatic scrubbers can last years longer ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson21st August 2006
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As your cleaning business grows, one of the first things you will have to do is hire employees. Of course, this means that you must decide on how much you are going to pay before you start interviewing and hiring new... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson12th August 2006
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Besides general cleaning, having their carpets professionally cleaned is one of the services your customers will probably ask for most often. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson07th August 2006
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Years ago the phrase was coined, "The customer is always right." But this is not always a true statement, and keeping extremely demanding or troublesome customers may be biting into your profits. When you first start... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson24th July 2006
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You may have started your cleaning company part-time and thought that as the business grew you could quit your "day job" and put more time into the business. But as your cleaning business grows you may find you can n... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson22nd July 2006
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Hardwood floors can create a feeling of warmth and elegance in a home or business. However, hardwood floors can also be a nightmare for your cleaning company to keep looking good. Knowing what to do and when to do it... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson19th July 2006
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With the large number of cleaning businesses out there, how do you get your company to stand out? Being a professional in all aspects of your cleaning business will go a long way towards showing your customers and po... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson13th July 2006
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As your cleaning business grows and you add employees, keeping track of time sheets and adding up hours can be a big headache. If you have just one or two employees a paper time sheet where employees "clock in" and "... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson10th July 2006
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Why is it some owners of cleaning companies build successful businesses, while others fail? Do they work harder? Are they smarter? Are they really well-connected? No, not usually...
Listed below are some of the th... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson30th June 2006
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In order to understand how to clean carpet, we need to know what soil is and the problems it presents. Soil in carpet is any substance that is foreign to the carpet's construction. Soil includes substances such as di... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson28th June 2006
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That old saying, "What goes up, must come down" is not true about everything, especially when it comes to gas prices. No matter if you have buildings you clean that are miles apart or you're just making a trip to buy... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson22nd June 2006
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No matter where you live, there is always a need for cleaning services. After all, life is messy! Commercial buildings of all types and sizes need to be cleaned daily, weekly, monthly, or somewhere in-between. By of... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson16th June 2006
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In any business, but especially in a small business, cash flow -- money coming in and money going out -- is important to the success of the business. Money going out is the easy part; there are always expenses: rent,... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson09th June 2006
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You have only so many hours in a day to get your buildings cleaned. Did you know there is a way you can have cleaner buildings and higher employee morale? By implementing a work loading system you can streamline y... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson06th June 2006
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Traditionally, janitorial staffs clean buildings after business hours. But some businesses are realizing a substantial cost savings by allowing cleaning staff to work during daytime hours. Daytime cleaning may requir... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson04th June 2006
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When starting out in your cleaning business, your first clients may be friends, relatives or clients that you had while working for another cleaning service. To grow your business you need to expand your circle and ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson26th May 2006
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Due to the nature of the cleaning business it can be hard to keep good employees. Your good employees may be lured away by competitors, leave for a "regular" 8 to 5 job, or leave to take a job in another field that ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson26th May 2006
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Although you may not be a marketing guru, advertising can get your cleaning company noticed by potential customers. But before you spend any of your advertising dollars, decide on your target market. Finding your par... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson17th May 2006
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Are you tired of cleaning grimy fingerprints off restroom faucets and soap dispensers? Indeed. One of the major sources of customer complaints is restroom cleanliness. The reasons for this go beyond the abilities of... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson10th May 2006
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New cleaning businesses tend to have few financial resources. Before you sign your first client you need capital for supplies, equipment, basic start-up expenses, and perhaps even payroll. Where do start-up compani... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson07th May 2006
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Proper training of your cleaning staff not only leads to cleaner buildings, but it also means fewer accidents, faster cleaning times, and a more professional cleaning staff. When hiring new employees, you may find c... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson03rd May 2006
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Office buildings have many types of flooring and growing in popularity are stone floors. Stone floors give buildings a classic and upscale image. Popular choices in flooring these days are natural surfaces includin... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson30th April 2006
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Although it is difficult to get accurate statistics, it is estimated there are over 500 million people out there surfing the web, and half of those regularly. Studies also reveal that three out of four Internet user... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson25th April 2006
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People hire a residential cleaning service to make their lives easier. As a cleaning contractor, you not only need to provide a good service, but you also need frequent communication with your client to ensure that ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson20th April 2006
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Running a home based cleaning business with your spouse can be a good way to combine business and family activities under one roof. But are you and your spouse the right match to work together as well as live togeth... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson18th April 2006
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Whether your cleaning business has 2 employees or 20, it is important that your staff works together as a team. Working together as a team helps to create a more positive workforce, is valuable for sharing ideas and... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson09th April 2006
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Whenever a person is starting a cleaning business or looking to grow their business certain questions usually come up. How can I do it inexpensively? What are the most effective methods? Since most janitorial work is... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson25th March 2006
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An area that causes some cleaning contractors to scratch their heads, is the best way to clean marble floors. Asking janitorial supply houses or stores that sell marble flooring will almost always lead to different ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson21st March 2006
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A press release is a great way to create publicity for your cleaning business. Send out press releases to announce a newsworthy event about you, your employees, or your business to the media. Keep in mind that a pre... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson15th March 2006
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It doesn't matter if you just started your cleaning business or if you have been in business for several years, you will always be looking for new clients. The traditional ways of advertising - newspapers, radio, TV... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson11th March 2006
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All business owners face road blocks throughout the life of their business. It's how they deal with and overcome these road blocks that will determine their level of success. The following are 8 common road blocks th... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson09th March 2006
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One of the first questions that you must answer before starting your new cleaning service business is whether you want to become an independent small business owner or buy into a franchise. Each has its own advantag... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson05th March 2006
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Finding a good accountant who you feel comfortable working with is important to your cleaning business. It's his responsibility to stay on top of all the ever-changing tax laws, plus he can give you financial advice ... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson24th February 2006
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It doesn't matter what a fantastic service your cleaning business provides if no one knows that you exist. If you are clever and motivated there are numerous ways to promote your business that don't have to cost a bu... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson
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