Steve Toburen answers pleas for help from carpet cleaners, mold remediation and fire and water damage restoration professionals. If you are starting a carpet cleaning business or an experienced small business person you will surely find practical advice here. More about Steve.
A Big Sky country janitorial business owner gets cold feet over his carpet cleaning endeavor. Steve reminisces on his days getting started in the carpet cleaning industry and points to light at the end of the tunnel. We all had our first cleaning job, didn’t we?
Steve’s take on wearing shorts during the summer. Three factors to consider.
This SFS graduate from Florida needs to get away from the day to day grind of his business. Is selling the company the only answer?
Steve analyzes when a change in compensation may be indicated. Is salary or commission necessarily better? Which way should you lean?
6 recommendations to motivate your office staff and get those collections made now!
Can this California cleaner find the ideal mix of commercial and residential work for her techs? Efficiency is key!
It’s a classic question with a twist. Steve shares his favorite compensation factors to take into account regardless of how complex the situation.
What factors should a California cleaner consider before helping out his local food bank? Steve offers his insights.
Are you sure you want to sell? Here are some other options. Also, what factors do many people miss when preparing their business for sale?
If a business owner is to reinvent his or her business sacrifices may be needed. What sacrifices does this Spokane cleaner need to make?
Is commercial carpet cleaning compatible with being part time retired? Maybe. Steve gives some pointers to this energetic former manager.
Steve congratulates a Midwest owner/operator for his residential carpet cleaning growth and success. How can they make the jump to the next level?
Steve offers 8 tips to increase efficiency and speed up production for maximum profits. (Without creating negative moments of truth.)
All compensation arrangements have pros and cons. Steve reviews the options for commercial and other business models to pay techs.
Frustrated with high labor overhead? If you have employees it is an issue that requires attention. Steve offers 4 recommendations to offset the costs.