http://www.thejanitorialstore.com How to start and grow a successful cleaning business. TheJanitorialStore.com - All Rights Reserved. thejanitorialstore@yahoo.com (thejanitorialstore@yahoo.com) en-us Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:16:22 GMT AudioAcrobat RSS Feeder 1.25 How-To 1440 http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/albumart/1000_1269105382.jpg http://www.thejanitorialstore.com Steve and Jean Hanson Cleaning Business Success Podcast: If you own a commercial or residential cleaning business, then this podcast is for you! Cleaning Business Success: Inspiration for cleaning business owners. no clean,cleaning,janitor,janitorial,business,success,Steve,Jean,Hanson Steve or Jean Hanson jean@thejanitorialstore.com e2a4152e-e965-3947-f9a4-c0ebdff1d5e6 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 18:44:30 GMT 00:17:13 Steve and Jean Hanson OSHA Safety Requirements for Cleaning Companies With Safety Expert, James Browning, Empo Corporation no OSHA Safety Requirements for Cleaning Companies Did you know that OSHA requires employers to train their employees in the safety and health aspects of their jobs in order to protect them from injuries and illnesses? Training is also essential for keeping Worker's Compensation claims to a minimum, which keeps costs down. Employers need to keep records of all safety and health training because records provide evidence of the employer's compliance with OSHA standards. One of the first questions an accident investigator will ask is, "Was the injured employee trained to do the job?" If you keep good records, you can confidently answer "Yes" to that question. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/dbda6a13-a215-ade1-c6a1-e259472e7a06.mp3 7ec2397e-a900-2c67-277a-297edba7a45c Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:55:44 GMT 00:05:21 Steve and Jean Hanson 10 Steps to Developing an Annual Business Retreat no 10 Steps to Developing an Annual Business Retreat 10 Steps to Developing an Annual Business Retreat For Your Cleaning Business. Have you ever wanted to get away to spend time thinking about your business and planning for the future? This 5 minute audio podcast gives you 10 steps to get you started on creating your own business retreat! Remember the old saying, you should be working ON your business rather than working IN your business? This is why it is so important to make time to get away and work ON your business. It will also give you the time you need to figure out how to fit your business into your personal life and make the necessary adjustments. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/286a7705-6178-9f46-4f24-03f78fff2a46.mp3 94688e67-34e6-15db-be21-eefe910362c6 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:56:31 GMT 00:05:34 Steve and Jean Hanson Should I Stay in the Cleaning Business or Should I Quit? no Should I Stay in the Cleaning Business or Should I Quit? A struggling cleaning business owner is considering going back to her old job and closing up shop on her cleaning business. Listen to the advice of other cleaning business owners. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/173a0cc9-e075-65c6-ff81-48bc0dbbe8cf.mp3 a1ef94d6-26bd-31df-85eb-a3b268d0c37c Sat, 28 Mar 2009 15:00:53 GMT 00:15:40 Steve and Jean Hanson BSCAI Convention Recap 2009 Part 2 no BSCAI Convention Recap 2009 Part 2 In Part 2 Jean and Steve Hanson recap a keynote speech from a NASA astronaut who spoke about the importance of teamwork, and they recap the Trade Show floor. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/fdb9f352-e131-cd0b-24f4-440b9250e9ff.mp3 54a3eb48-f9d2-c354-b6f1-bd687cddc067 Sat, 14 Mar 2009 16:30:22 GMT 00:19:20 Steve and Jean Hanson 2009 BSCAI Convention Recap - Part 1 no 2009 BSCAI Convention Recap - Part 1 Jean and Steve Hanson recap the 2009 BSCAI Convention. This is Part 1 of a 2-part podcast. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/91a3b596-852a-40e7-69fa-7104927d16b4.mp3 dde16eb4-e995-62c4-9a07-c3a526321392 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:19:02 GMT 00:19:20 Steve and Jean Hanson Interview with David Holly, Green Cleaning for Dummies no Interview with David Holly, Green Cleaning for Dummies In this interview David discusses the the definition and importance of green cleaning, including: chemicals, equipment, tools, procedures and processes. Learn how to reduce the impact of cleaning on the people in the buildings you clean and how to reduce the effects of cleaning on the environment. Learn ways to begin green cleaning economically and how how you can help building owners become certified in the LEED program. David also talks about green associations, certifications and where he sees green cleaning 5 years from now...plus much more! http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/3b89193f-9a81-8c27-1f9d-a0a411233740.mp3 07b3ef92-a7fd-d7f2-eb1b-41554856624c Fri, 16 Jan 2009 22:59:09 GMT 00:33:20 Steve and Jean Hanson Interview with Ron Segura, Segura & Associates no Interview with Ron Segura, Segura & Associates As President of Segura & Associates, Ron Segura brings over 40 years of experience in all segments of the cleaning industry. Ten of those years were spent as Manager of Janitorial /Document Services for Walt Disney Pictures and Television. In this interview, Ron offers great advise from the customer's perspective. You'll learn what you should NOT do during a walk-through. These tips will keep you from losing the account before you even submit your proposal! You'll also learn how to retain your customers by addressing quality control, customer requests, and complaints in your proposal. Find out why bragging about handling complaints quickly ISN'T a benefit. And much more... http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/6093cc39-1c68-b3fe-be76-80ffec9337f8.mp3 45a928fe-c430-6983-f9cc-53b7bc014c15 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 15:42:37 GMT 00:25:20 Steve and Jean Hanson Interview with Sharon Cowan, Maid for Success no Interview with Sharon Cowan, Maid for Success Jean Hanson, co-founder of TheJanitorialStore.com interview's Sharon Cowan, owner of Maid for Success, a coaching and mentoring company. Sharon shares her history as a cleaning business owner and how she became successful in the industry. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/5827a596-a131-f970-71aa-873739ab7790.mp3 26a95fbe-c821-2965-b57c-da19689594d6 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 21:57:16 GMT 00:14:38 Steve and Jean Hanson ISSA 2008 Recap no ISSA 2008 Recap Seminar recaps for 2008 ISSA Convention http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/c619c2b1-f303-c320-84af-c43b05d6402c.mp3 4371b823-de1c-ba63-500d-caebb38a6772 Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:47:59 GMT 00:26:15 Steve and Jean Hanson Debbie Sardone - Self-limiting Factore no Debbie Sardone - Self-limiting Factore Maid Service Basics: What You Must Know To Grow Your Residential Cleaning Service. In this interview, Debbie discusses the self-limiting factors that keep us from making money in the cleaning business. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/44a5c1de-3d36-1b12-ef76-655e78c7d8ae.mp3 49651425-4557-c13b-a0c8-037adbd24d8a Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:51:22 GMT 00:23:01 Steve and Jean Hanson Debbie Sardone - Next Steps Interview no Debbie Sardone - Next Steps Interview Maid Service Basics: What You Must Know To Grow Your Residential Cleaning Service. In this interview, Debbie discusses the next steps towards the success and growth of your cleaning business. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/3edb8497-9ada-ca66-111f-6672496c03bf.mp3 11b2e54e-b2cf-d3b0-3975-0a1b559bbff3 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 22:11:36 GMT 00:34:00 Steve and Jean Hanson What You Must Know To Grow Your Residential Cleaning Service no What You Must Know To Grow Your Residential Cleaning Service Jean Hanson of TheJanitorial Store.com interviews Debbie Sardone of TheMaidCoach.com. In this interview, Debbie discusses what the biggest obstacles are to growing your residential cleaning business. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/42e044a3-fc70-2ae6-ae17-f55b5f002d23.mp3 4d38ad13-7073-d7ce-b911-4c7b8d4b6a55 Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:28:48 GMT 00:13:00 Steve and Jean Hanson Trade Show Flor Recap - 08 BSCAI Convention no Trade Show Flor Recap - 08 BSCAI Convention Trade Show Flor Recap - 08 BSCAI Convention. Includes Pullman Holt stone floor care system, Aztec Floor Machines, Value Certified Equipment and Sunbelt Rentals. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/9817fff4-b6ff-375a-7f53-b4f1b1a21b7c.mp3 3f6b611a-01c0-2021-1786-2a9bbf1ae601 Thu, 29 May 2008 15:42:52 GMT 00:09:40 Steve and Jean Hanson How to Create a Cleaning Bid Proposal no How to Create a Cleaning Bid Proposal This is a recap of the How to Create a Cleaning Bid Proposal Seminar at the 2008 BSCAI Convention. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/a9f8266a-d635-27e4-9aff-ce371e6f7e62.mp3 b0ac3dad-010c-afb4-2119-97d9974a192b Tue, 13 May 2008 20:22:01 GMT 00:10:00 Steve and Jean Hanson Green Cleaning Seminar Recap no Green Cleaning Seminar Recap This is a recap of the Green Cleaning seminar at the 2008 BSCAI Annual Convention and Trade Show. The speaker was Mark Petruzzi, VP of Certification for Green Seal. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/9fab995f-a9ea-c259-0003-76f79cbc7353.mp3 8b17c492-7cde-1825-8cbb-fdfe7c7cd7a5 Fri, 23 Feb 2007 19:42:04 GMT 00:05:20 Steve and Jean Hanson Networking Tips for Cleaning Companies - Part Two no Networking Tips for Cleaning Companies - Part Two Networking is a great way to market your cleaning business, and in order to do it effectively, you need to plan ahead so you know what you want to accomplish at each event. You also need to grow and nurture your network to keep it fresh! http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/d6f6dbce-c851-2766-8af1-7f1ea136d641.mp3 fd54637f-a641-48f1-9d3c-bfef64a2476c Fri, 23 Feb 2007 19:40:54 GMT 00:04:27 Steve and Jean Hanson Networking Tips for Cleaning Companies - Part One no Networking Tips for Cleaning Companies - Part One Many people cringe at the thought of having to "network" to gain business for their cleaning company. But networking is one of the best ways to meet people and build relationships, and as you know, building relationships is the cornerstone of building a successful cleaning business. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/6087abc2-d1c6-5fde-5557-eca9aa01977c.mp3 46078f88-b071-469a-c8ab-6716999b80c6 Fri, 05 Jan 2007 23:17:12 GMT 00:05:23 Steve and Jean Hanson Preparing Your Cleaning Business for a Disaster no Preparing Your Cleaning Business for a Disaster You spend years building up a successful cleaning business. And, unfortunately, in just a matter of minutes it can be wiped out by a disaster - fires, floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, and chemical spills are just a few of the things that can wipe out your business in a matter of minutes. How you prepare ahead of time can determine if your business succeeds or fails after a disaster happens. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/eeff7a87-a9e8-ee9f-9c33-be5c1aaeb1d9.mp3 93dcac32-bdd9-2a5e-850d-7e3d80b62029 Sat, 16 Dec 2006 20:32:29 GMT 00:05:25 Steve and Jean Hanson Why You Need a Business Plan for Your Cleaning Company no Why You Need a Business Plan for Your Cleaning Company A business plan is an important document that cleaning companies of all sizes should take the time to prepare before signing on that first account. By sitting down to write a business plan you take the time to look at your new business in an objective and critical manner. Once completed, a business plan will give you a path to follow. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/953ab904-09b5-65a9-8c69-98ccea6d97bd.mp3 5890a217-1790-8677-482e-8c552fc6cf12 Sat, 16 Dec 2006 18:06:14 GMT 00:04:50 Steve and Jean Hanson Making the Most of Your Time When Cleaning Homes no Making the Most of Your Time When Cleaning Homes There is really no wrong way for you to clean a home. But as with any business, time in your cleaning business is valuable. The more cleaning jobs you can fit into a day, the more potential profit you earn. If you can complete the basics faster, then you have more time to offer specialized services or to move on to cleaning the next home. http://stevehanson.audioacrobat.com/deluge/d659914a-7c74-151c-61c7-f8fb4a2be47c.mp3