What is the difference between Google Plus Local and Google Places?
Still sizing up Google Plus? You are not alone. Keeping up with Google is hard work! We offer 5 questions to help you analyze your Google Plus Local page.
SFS Instructor’s Blog
The SFS / VAST team of Jeff Cutshall, Chuck Violand, Bill Yeadon and Steve Toburen share their insights into the best business practices and how you can make it alone in the Cleaning and Restoration Industry.
Solid decisions- NOT “wishful thinking” (Part 4)
With this part 4 I’m finally done pontificating about the “Curse of Wishful Thinking”. But my final “wishful thinking” trap may be the most dangerous of all …
An all new SFS?
Steve reflects over the last 16 years AND introduces an all-new-from-the-ground-up SFS. Even better- he shares how to save $580.00 by acting NOW!
Checklist: Does your cleaning website include these five features?
Here are 5 simple tactics to get your best online marketing return. Tweak your current restoration and/or cleaning website with these often overlooked tips.
Dump the guilt … setup your Facebook page in 5 easy steps
How to stop procrastinating and setup your Facebook page simply and efficiently in record time.
Solid decisions- NOT “wishful thinking” (Part 3)
Can a small business owner be toooo optimistic in their view of future sales? You better believe it! Chuck warns us of the dangers in “gonna sales.”
Solid decisions – NOT “wishful thinking” (Part 2)
Chuck reminds us to make an honest assessment of our clients and then have the courage to fire the ones that are “non-performing”…
Finding the best content for your restoration and cleaning website
Finding the time (and the motivation) to sit down and crank out sales copy is tough for most business owners. That blank page can really drive you crazy unless you follow these simple tips.
Solid decisions-not “wishful thinking”(Part 1)
Facing the real data in your business frequently means somebody is going to have to make some tough decisions. Since you’re the guy who signs the checks- that “somebody” is probably YOU!
Google+ for Cleaners & Restorers: Small Business Benefits
So why should you focus on social media and especially Google+? For the social media challenged among us trust your SFS team to break it down into easily understood concepts.
Google+ for Cleaners & Restorers: A Primer
Are you “on the fence” about online marketing? Not sure if you need it or can manage it? So just WHAT the heck is “social media” and HOW can you use it as a “Strategy for Success”?
Jon-Don’s Nick Paolella honored at Connections
Jon-Don co-founder Nick Paolella was honored at the 2012 Connections with a special Lifetime Achievement Award. Nick is legendary for his quick wit and ageless energy, but the man has hidden depths…
Love, hate and commercial cleaning
Attention all Connections attendees. Don’t miss Steve Toburen’s “Building Commercial Toll Booths” seminar next Wednesday morning in Las Vegas. Even better, it is FREE and Steve guarantees no sales pitch!
An often overlooked Google reminder!
Having trouble moving your business listing up in Google searches? This one little trick can save you a lot of headaches.
Painting Your Success- Part 4
Ivan Turner brings this four-part series to a conclusion with a well illustrated summary. Whether you are an experienced or very new business owner, YOU are responsible for painting success in your work.