How can I get my techs to be more like me?
Don’t expect to find clones of yourself in the employee marketplace. (And that’s a good thing!) Instead, Steve Toburen gives some alternatives to flogging your current employees.
growing your carpet cleaning operation
Angela’s Spaghetti Sauce (Part 2)
To build a successful business we have to attend to ALL of the different functions of the business because these activities are essential parts of the recipe.
How can I motivate my sales staff?
A California cleaning, restoration and flooring sales company owner is struggling with “demotivated” sales people. Steve shares some principles on how to run an upbeat sales meeting and how to help your staff (or you!) sell more jobs!
How to avoid “Swarm Management” – Part III
Need help getting organized (or staying so)? Here are a few questions to ask yourself if you fear Swarm Management has become part of your company.
“Strategic Partnerships” cover your back!
Your very best “Strategic Partner” is Jon-Don and the SFS program! But what other options are out there?
“The E-Myth” is still changing lives…
Are you are stuck in the vortex of the technician mentality? You CAN “reboot” your business and your life! The real question is HOW? Pay attention here…
Success Profile: Chet Pharies- Lubbock, Texas
Chet Pharies whole heartedly recommends Jon-Don’s SFS training program to Restoration and Commercial companies. Your company can benefit too!
“I was completely amazed at the endless resources…”
A struggling Pennsylvania cleaner’s business was turned around by applying SFS concepts. What can the SFS: “Five Star Solutions” seminar do for you?
“Where are all the good employees?”
Sooner or later most of you will hire an employee(s). Much of the time your new hire will be an unmitigated disaster! SFS member John Mapes shares a great hiring tip…
Skills to be a better business owner (Part III)
Chuck’s wrap-up on being a better business owner. By mastering the executive skill-set you will give yourself a big advantage in leading your company to success.
3 more “required skills” for entrepreneurs – Part II
Do you have what it takes to build a truly successful cleaning or restoration company? Chuck Violand shares three more essential skills…
“How can I build up carpet cleaning in my janitorial business?”
A San Diego janitorial contractor wants to move into the lucrative world of carpet cleaning and needs helps. As usual, Steve rides in to the rescue but needs everyone’s help!
Will a partnership help me grow my carpet cleaning business?
An Idaho cleaner is in between hiring his first employee or forming a partnership. Uh-oh! Time for another one of “Steve’s rants”!
How much do you charge to be a SFS “member”?
Dedicating 5 days to the SFS seminar (and gaining SFS membership) IS a big investment. Is it worth it? You be the judge after reviewing what is included…
Tom Barr uses SFS concepts to “clean up” in restoration.
Ex-paratrooper Tom Barr took the scariest “jump” of his life several years ago when he opened Platinum Restoration. Now Platinum is thriving and Tom credits much of his success to attending SFS twice!