Cleaning 4 Profit
249 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 8 years ago - ★★★★ - 16 ratingsGeared for the beginner interested in starting their own cleaning business. Our podcast discusses various topics that will make your new business a success. Visit www.cleaning-4-profit.com to learn more.
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Episodes
049 Traits of a successful business owner
August 27, 2011 04:00 - 6 minutes - 3.15 MBLearn 11 of the most important traits needed to operate a successful cleaning business.
048 Five Tips For The New Business Owner
July 31, 2011 04:00 - 7 minutes - 3.59 MBLearn five simple tips for making your new business a success.
047 You're never going to have all the answers
June 30, 2011 04:00 - 6 minutes - 2.91 MBWhen you are just getting started in business, you will have a lot of questions that need to be addressed. But at some point you need to stop asking questions and just get started. Learn “why” in this very important podcast.
046 You're not selling rocket boosters to NASA
June 12, 2011 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.25 MBThe most important lesson you'll ever learn about starting a cleaning business is found in this episode. So tune in and discover what you need to know to have success during the start up phase.
045 Don't Be A Donkey.
June 06, 2011 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2 MBLearn the importance of taking charge of your life and the repercussions of not doing so.
044 No Education. No Success.
May 19, 2011 04:00 - 6 minutes - 3.12 MBLearn why the education process is so important when starting your own cleaning business. You can't go it alone as they say. You need to educate yourself.
043 Building An Asset
May 14, 2011 04:00 - 4 minutes - 1.98 MBWhen you start your own cleaning business you are creating an asset that will become quite valuable over time. In fact it can happen rather quickly like it did for me.
042 Managing Your Staff
May 08, 2011 04:00 - 5 minutes - 2.46 MBLearn 5 tips for managing your staff and getting the most out of them.
041 Training Your Staff
April 30, 2011 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.06 MBLearn why it's important to spend time training your staff when they are first hired. Simple tips are included on how to perform the training as well.
040 Fire In The Belly
April 28, 2011 04:00 - 4 minutes - 1.91 MBHaving a “fire in the belly” is all about passion. This lesson speaks to the importance being driven to success by that very passion.
039 Feeling Overwhelmed?
March 31, 2011 04:00 - 4 minutes - 1.98 MBLearn how to avoid feeling overwhelmed when starting your cleaning business.
038 My Opinion On Franchises
March 05, 2011 05:00 - 6 minutes - 2.87 MBLearn some insights on why a franchise cleaning business may be a bad idea.
037 Dont Put All Your Eggs In One Basket
February 18, 2011 05:00 - 5 minutes - 2.36 MBLearn why it's important to avoid depending too much on any one cleaning account for your income in the cleaning business.
036 Buying Cleaning Contracts. A Bad Idea.
February 05, 2011 05:00 - 8 minutes - 3.85 MBLearn why buying cleaning contracts from an outside company is a bad idea for both beginners and experienced cleaning company owners.
035 Spending Your Money Wisely
January 21, 2011 05:00 - 5 minutes - 2.56 MBLearn why it's important to only spend your money on what you need at the moment when getting started in your cleaning business.
035 Spending Your Money Wisely
January 21, 2011 05:00 - 5 minutes - 2.56 MBLearn why it's important to only spend your money on what you need at the moment when getting started in your cleaning business.
034 Running A Business. It's Easier Than You Think.
January 12, 2011 05:00 - 6 minutes - 3.09 MBLearn why it's a good idea to not listen to all the folks who tell you “how hard it is to run a business”. Why? Because it's simply not true, as running a business is much easier than you think.
033 How To Avoid Low Profit Cleaning Accounts
January 03, 2011 05:00 - 4 minutes - 1.92 MBLearn two powerful lessons in this episode. #1 Not all cleaning jobs are worth having. # 2 Just say no to all the unprofitable opportunities.
032 Selling Yourself. The Secret To Success
December 27, 2010 05:00 - 4 minutes - 2.08 MBThe concept of “selling yourself” is multifaceted and involves much more than people realize. Learn the tricks of the trade in this weeks lesson.
031 Analyzing The Dream And Pulling The Trigger
December 15, 2010 05:00 - 6 minutes - 2.86 MBLearn how to take your dream of starting your own cleaning business from between your ears to reality.
030 How To Rid Yourself Of Doubt
December 06, 2010 05:00 - 4 minutes - 2.13 MBLearn how to defeat doubt, which is the the number one enemy of success. Understanding what doubt is will help you erase it once and for all.
029 Do You Want Fries With That?
November 26, 2010 05:00 - 5 minutes - 2.65 MBDo you want fries with that? teaches a fundamental lesson about business in general. See how you can profit by putting it to use in your business.
028 Everything You Do Is Marketing
November 22, 2010 05:00 - 5 minutes - 2.68 MBLearn how much marketing effects your business. From your sales letter to your business card, and everything in between. Everything you do is marketing.
027 Is Office Cleaning Recession Proof?
November 13, 2010 05:00 - 6 minutes - 2.85 MBLearn one cleaning company owners tale of what the latest recession has meant to his company. From not noticing anything but business as usual to a quick downturn.
026 The Fear Of Getting Started
November 06, 2010 04:00 - 12 minutes - 5.8 MBStarting a new cleaning business can be a scary concept to many. Learn to overcome your fears and get started in your new career.
025 Ten Networking Mistakes To Avoid
October 29, 2010 04:00 - 11 minutes - 5.29 MBMake the best use of your networking time by learning what common mistakes to avoid while at networking events. Learn simple strategies that work.
024 Ten Rookie Sales Mistakes
October 22, 2010 04:00 - 13 minutes - 6.18 MBLearn the top 10 mistakes that cause people to have trouble selling their cleaning services to potential customers and how to prevent them.
023 Be The King Of Customer Service
October 16, 2010 04:00 - 12 minutes - 5.65 MBCreate a business that "stands out" from the rest by providing great customer service. See your business "take off" by following these simple steps.
022 Getting Yourself Bonded
October 08, 2010 04:00 - 6 minutes - 2.9 MBLearn how bonding works and why you need to get your cleaning business bonded when you first start your own cleaning business.
021 How To Get Referrals
October 01, 2010 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.44 MBLearn the best ways to get referrals for your cleaning business. When you know the the best way to get referrals you will see a giant leap in revenue.
020 My Theory On Hiring Staff
September 24, 2010 04:00 - 8 minutes - 4.05 MBLearn the one secret to hiring employees for your new cleaning business that will save you time and money. Simple and easy to implement.
019 Effective Cold Calling
September 17, 2010 04:00 - 18 minutes - 8.33 MBCold calling potential clients is never high on most folks to do list. This is unfortunate because there is much money to be made performing these calls. Use these tips to help you get the most out of your efforts.
018 How To Improve Your Persuasion Skills
September 10, 2010 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.33 MBBecoming persuasive is not a gift to a chosen few. It's a science that can be mastered by all once you know how. Here's 5 simple tips to get you started.
017 How To Stop Procrastinating
September 03, 2010 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.13 MBFollow these seven simple tips and you will feel the grip of procrastination lose hold of you. Simple and easy to use but powerful.
016 How To Make Your Dreams Come True
August 27, 2010 04:00 - 7 minutes - 3.46 MBLearn a proven way to make all your dreams come true. This time tested method works wonders. Free worksheet available for download at www.cleaning-4-profit.com
015 The $863.00 Phone Call
August 20, 2010 04:00 - 6 minutes - 2.92 MBLearn how to make $863.00 phone calls all the time when you own your own cleaning business. I just made mine, listen now to learn how to make yours.
014 Terminating Marginal Employees
August 13, 2010 04:00 - 5 minutes - 2.33 MBLearn 7 reasons why it's best to part with marginal employees in your cleaning business.
013 The Power Of Perception
August 06, 2010 04:00 - 10 minutes - 4.87 MBLearn how to harness the "Power Of Perception" and make your company the standard by which others are measured.
012 Signs Of A Looming Problem
July 30, 2010 04:00 - 8 minutes - 4 MBLearn about the warning signs that customers give you indicating trouble is brewing at an account you service.
011 Seven Ways To Keep Customers Happy
July 23, 2010 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.15 MBLearn 7 sure fire tips for keeping your customers so happy they will never leave you. Simple and easy to follow, yet often overlooked.
009 Three Keys To Success
July 09, 2010 04:00 - 8 minutes - 3.91 MBLearn about the three keys that are vital to your success. Knowing what they are will benefit you greatly.
008 Why Networking Is Important
July 02, 2010 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.57 MBLearn why networking is important to the success of your cleaning business. Simple tips are included on where to join and how to make it work for you.
007 Office Cleaning VS House Cleaning
June 25, 2010 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.13 MBCleaning commercial property is a different market than cleaning residential homes. Learn the pros and cons of both in this podcast.
006 Creating A Strong Guarantee
June 18, 2010 04:00 - 4 minutes - 1.99 MBLearn how to create a strong "no holds barred" guarantee that will eliminate any doubts the consumer may have in choosing your company.
005 What Your Customers Are Really Buying
June 11, 2010 04:00 - 5 minutes - 2.46 MBLearn what the customer is really buying when choosing one company over another. It's not your service as much as the production you create for them. Learn how to influence their decision and make them choose you.
004 Why Testimonials Matter
June 01, 2010 04:00 - 8 minutes - 3.79 MBLearn why testimonials are such a powerful tool for your business. Understanding why they work will give you the upper hand in your cleaning business. Simple techniques are included on how to acquire them as well.
003 Building A Better Business Card
May 19, 2010 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.29 MBLearn how to create a business card that stands out. Tips are included on what to include and why it's important to get it right.
002 Creating Your USP (Unique Selling Proposition)
April 24, 2010 04:00 - 11 minutes - 5.42 MBLearn how to craft a Unique Selling Proposition for your cleaning company. Turn features about your company into benefits your customers can relate to.
001 Opportunity Is All Around You
April 06, 2010 04:00 - 10 minutes - 4.95 MBCleaning 4 Profit's first podcast on starting your own cleaning business focuses on opportunity. How beginners can spot it and how to act on it when given the chance.