Most carpet cleaners are chronically disorganized. Steve has “been there-done that” and freely admits that his paperwork is still a mess. But even so he shares five steps on how to organize your office and just maybe your life …
Move yourself out of the “just another carpet cleaner” trap by taking the initiative to help the client. Everyone will benefit.
Big Billy Yeadon reminisces about the “good ole days” for cleaners but then reminds you that your business should be about more than “clean carpets”. If you doubt Bill then take a look at Shaw Industries …
So are you easily distracted/impulsive/scatter-brained and/or hyper-active? Then you may be an ADHD manager and YES- Chuck Violand explains that there is hope for you!
A Buffalo, NY owner-operator muses on how to fairly pay his first full-time employee. Steve shares some important Compensation Principles …
Recent SFS graduate Wayne Bailey can’t wait to transform his carpet cleaning company for the better. Read on to see what changes he is making first …
The first Strategies for Success class to be held in Salem, NH was one for the ages. Cleaners and restorers from across the New England states learned what it takes to be successful in the cleaning industry.
No one wants your previous customer’s “issues” brought into their home. So keep your clothes problem (and lint/ fiber/ dander) free with this little TIP …
Did you start your own business because you were bored/frustrated/unemployable??? Chuck Violand warns against the “Business ADHD Leadership” trait.
IF you are going to hire employees you must “do it right”. Steve shares one great tip on where to find them …
Too many cleaning and restoration professionals flounder with managing their business due to the demands of NOW! So how can you stay on top of your marketing, strategic planning and your long range vision?
Illinois carpet cleaner Brad Macauley found the push he needed to make a real change for the better in his business and life. How and why did he do it?
Read on …
“Big Billy” Yeadon shares his favorite online watering holes for the latest and greatest in marketing and management tips.
A comment from last week’s SFS class:
“This class is a no brainer for starting up or existing businesses.” See more reviews …
Use this tip to keep the kids safely occupied while you clean. And who knows… maybe little Johnny will beg Mommy to have you come back again real soon!