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Listen to This Before You Buy a Cleaning Car Jan 21, 2019

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Watch this before you buy a cleaning car. Angela Brown says your #cleaning car is a reflection of your company, your image and company branding.

I'm asked a lot "What car should I drive for my maid service?" It comes down to the type of car payment you can afford and the psychology of selling. Look at the car's maids drive and then don't compete with your client's vehicle or SUV.

A car for house cleaning should be clean. The #CleaningCar is part of your company image. So, invest in an unlimited car wash or auto car wash package.

Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner Training for house cleaners and maids. Also, Savvy Perks (A membership discount network to help cleaning business owners save money on their next cleaning van.)

*** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show

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*** WHAT IS ASK A HOUSE CLEANER? *** Ask a House Cleaner is a daily show where you get to ask your house cleaning questions and we provide answers. Learn how to clean. How to start a cleaning business. Marketing and Advertising tips for your cleaning service. How to find top quality house cleaners, housekeepers, and maids. Employee motivation tactics. Strategies to boost your cleaning clientele. Cleaning company expansion help. Time-saving Hacks for DIY cleaners and more. Hosted by Angela Brown, 25-year house cleaning expert and founder of Savvy Cleaner Training for House Cleaners and Maids.

*** SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS *** We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that is cohesive to the cleaning industry reach out to our promotional department info[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com

*** THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com

MY CLEANING CONNECTION – Your hub for all things cleaning – https://mycleaningconnection.com

HOUSECLEANING360.COM – Connecting House Cleaners with Homeowners – https://housecleaning360.com

SAVVY PERKS – Employee Benefits for Small Business Owners – https://savvyperks.com

VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com

5 Things House Cleaners Dont Want You to Know Jan 18, 2019

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5 things house cleaners don't want you to know could keep you from hiring the wrong maid or maid service. Not all house cleaners are the same. Some are trained and some have a healthy job history, others don't.

Among the 5 things house cleaners don't want you to know is that some aren't really bonded or insured. They lie. And some will eat your food.

Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru wants you to screen your house cleaner and ask qualifying questions. As the homeowner, you have a right to know who is #cleaning and working in your home.

Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And Savvy Perks (a discount membership program for cleaning business owners.)

*** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show

*** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** House Cleaner Hijinks - Unreliable Employees Need a Chat - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/QGniENmLWwk Questions to Ask When Hiring a Maid or House Cleaner - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/zbWS8hy2Syw Bad House Cleaner? 5 Ways to Tell Before You Hire Them - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/WdnWzvH5lbo What is a Professional House Cleaner? - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/QxZityYVjxc How Long Does It Take to Clean a House? - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/0q0hs5LanH4

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*** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com

*** HOUSE CLEANING TIPS VAULT *** (DELIVERED VIA EMAIL) - https://savvycleaner.com/tips

*** FREE EBOOK – HOW TO START YOUR OWN HOUSE CLEANING COMPANY *** http://amzn.to/2xUAF3Z

*** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/

*** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/

*** LOOKING FOR WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/HouseCleaning360/

*** THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com

MY CLEANING CONNECTION – Your hub for all things cleaning – https://mycleaningconnection.com

HOUSECLEANING360.COM – Connecting House Cleaners with Homeowners – https://housecleaning360.com

SAVVY PERKS – Employee Benefits for Small Business Owners – https://savvyperks.com

VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com

7 Sure Fire Tactics to Fire Employees - House Cleaning Jan 17, 2019

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Here are 7 sure-fire tactics to fire employees because saying "you're fired" is never easy. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says employee termination can cause emotional meltdowns.

Which day of the week is best to fire an employee? Any maid service will say Monday. Staff performance reviews would hint at firing an employee over firable things. But how to fire someone while managing social media is quite another.

"Fired employee speaks out" hits the press when employee outbursts occur.

Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner Training for house cleaners and maids.

#fired #Cleaning

*** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show

*** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How to Fire Someone - Howcast - https://youtu.be/LMctTIUSPPc How to fire someone - howdini - https://youtu.be/u1zX5ftiI2U 5 Small Steps to Fire an employeee - Fit Small Business How to Fire Someone - Valutainment - https://youtu.be/AaJcj3o9R-s How to Fire Someone and Not Feel Guilty - Connie Podesta Presents - https://youtu.be/hvnbGM32900

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*** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com

*** HOUSE CLEANING TIPS VAULT *** (DELIVERED VIA EMAIL) - https://savvycleaner.com/tips

*** FREE EBOOK – HOW TO START YOUR OWN HOUSE CLEANING COMPANY *** http://amzn.to/2xUAF3Z

*** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/

*** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/

*** LOOKING FOR WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com

*** DISCLAIMER *** During the shows we recommend services, sites, and products to help you improve your cleaning and grow your cleaning business. We have partnerships or sponsorships with these companies to provide you with discounts, and savings. By clicking on and buying from these links we may receive a commission which helps pay for the production costs of the show. Support the show so we can continue to bring you free tips and strategies to improve your cleaning and help you grow your cleaning business. THANK YOU!

*** THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com

MY CLEANING CONNECTION – Your hub for all things cleaning – https://mycleaningconnection.com

HOUSECLEANING360.COM – Connecting House Cleaners with Homeowners – https://housecleaning360.com

SAVVY PERKS – Employee Benefits for Small Business Owners – https://savvyperks.com

VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com

Vacation Rental Mailbag - Q & A About Cleaning Supplies Jan 16, 2019

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Today's vacation rental mailbag answers Q & A about cleaning supplies and turnover service. Airbnb, VRBO and STR hosts want to know if they should buy ready to use cleaning solutions or concentrates.

Angela Brown says #VacationRental properties can save money on cleaning supplies if you clean a lot. Visit a janitorial supply. And pick up some degreasers, glass cleaner, and all-purpose #cleaning supplies.

Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And the community at Turnover Cleaning Tips

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*** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** My All-Time Favorite Cleaning Products, Keep Calm and Clean- https://youtu.be/g9hzuzYmZQU

DIY Laundry Supplies - Save money on laundry supplies with these ideas! | Hometalk - https://youtu.be/Sl9rZvu-JnU

Industrial Cleaning Supplies, Best Places and Best Prices - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/jeSckCPwKa4

5 Homemade Cleaners! DIY Cleaning Products! Easy Ways to Save Money & Stay Clean! - Clean My Space - https://youtu.be/tQxkD3wqyxA

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