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How to clean a shower floor? Hire a house cleaner. Just kidding. If you're a DIY housekeeper and you've ever wondered how to clean a shower floor, Today's tips and tutorial are for you. Today on Ask a House Cleaner we talk about soap scum, and the muckity muck that settles on your shower floor from clogged drains and water backup. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru suggests you keep five things in your shower at all times. Use them and you'll know how to clean a shower floor as well as the maids. THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/shower-floor/ RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Hand Held Scrub Brush - http://amzn.to/2rYGmHr  Dawn Dish Soap - http://amzn.to/2ufctDn  Pump Bottle for Dish Soap in Shower - http://amzn.to/2rYKJlP  Sponge Squeegee with 6-inch Handle - http://amzn.to/2uf3W3p  (Chrome) DreamSpa 9-Setting High-Power Handheld Shower Head  5-7 foot Stretchable Stainless Steel Hose  

High maintenance employee is a frazzled employee, with personal commotion, personal chaos and personal drama. If you have a high maintenance employee it might be time for a wellness day if they need to seek professional therapy. A high maintenance employee will bring the entire company down. Before that happens, create new employee rules in writing. Get each member of your team to sign employee rules. Update employee file and provide house cleaner training. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru provides tips to help your small business thrive. THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES for this episode found at http://askahousecleaner.com/high-maintenance-employee/ RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: 101 Sample Write-Ups for Documenting Employee Performance Problems - http://amzn.to/2uaRstD Dealing with People You Can’t Stand, How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst - http://amzn.to/2satG4C Engaging the Hearts and Minds of All Your Employees: H

Hire a maid. The simple solution to house cleaning challenges right? Hire a maid. Bam! Did you ever wonder how to hire a maid? Or how does a maid service work? Or how to find a maid? And should you tip your house cleaner? How much does a maid service cost? If you tell your friends you want to outsource the time you spend cleaning house so you can spend more time with family. Or time growing your business, they might even give you recommendations for house cleaners. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru answers these questions today on Ask a House Cleaner. Hiring a maid more than just a simple solution, it's a good idea. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In - http://amzn.to/2shqFdR Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It - http://amzn.to/2sW5BLH Negotiation Genius: How to Overcome Obstacles and Achieve Brilliant Results at the Bargaining Table and Beyond - http://amzn.to/2tfO97C Bargaining for Advantage: Negotiation Strategies for R

Fun for kids is not usually the norm when parents ask their children to clean their room. So, How do you make house cleaning fun for kids? Today on Ask a House Cleaner we discuss the psychology of "Being Mommy's Big Helper" and "reward the behavior you want to be repeated." Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru has a Blue Ribbon contest that's fun for kids and adults alike. And a proven incentive to getting chores done. Raising kids is tough enough but with a messy house, it becomes overwhelming. Check out these tips and inspiration for family projects on housekeeping. THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES for this episode found at http://askahousecleaner.com/fun-for-kids/ RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: 1st Place (Blue) Premium Award Ribbons with Card & String - 25 Count Metallic Gold Foil Print - http://amzn.to/2tHs8w2 Free Electronic House Cleaning Game for Kids by Amazon Digital Services - http://amzn.to/2sDvwJF Free Bathroom Cleaning Gam

Gloves - should you wear disposable gloves for house cleaning? Some housekeepers and maids don't think they need to wear gloves because they don't clean with toxic chemicals. The House Cleaning Guru, Angela Brown suggests there's a better reason maids wear gloves. In every house cleaner training or maid service training, you learn about PPE. Short for Personal Protective Equipment, and why gloves are always on the list. LINKS TO RESOURCES FROM THIS SHOW: Nitrile Exam Gloves by Precision Disposables | Blue Medium 4 mil Thickness, Powder-Free, Non-Latex, Fingertip-Textured, Medical Grade, Food Safe Examination Gloves (Pack of 100) - http://amzn.to/2tBKRsB Wide Selection of Latex Gloves - http://amzn.to/2tCga6z Paxcoo 20 Pairs Large White Cotton Gloves to Wear to Bed At Night with Vaseline - http://amzn.to/2s2dphK THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/gloves/ GOT A QUESTION FOR THE SHOW? The

Topless house cleaning is a legitimate business but can be an unsafe one. Today on Ask a House Cleaner we look at the dangers of topless house cleaning. Kinky cleaning, sexy maid service, fantasy house cleaning and the reality of what to expect if you promote yourself to strangers. Angela Brown The House Cleaning Guru shares some big sister advice. See what really happens when there's topless house cleaning. And how if you choose this for your business you can think ahead and plan ahead and protect yourself. Tuck these tips, counsel and supportive guidance in your apron and save it for a rainy day. This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/topless-house-cleaning You can watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/3LhstMosN-k  Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips

Who is the boss? As a house cleaner or maid, it's easy to get confused. You do a free estimate. And then you show up to clean and there's somebody else in charge. Leaves you wondering who is the boss? The House Cleaning Guru, Angela Brown comes right out and asks. "Who is giving the orders?" "Who do I report to?" "Who is my supervisor?" Otherwise, you'll go home annoyed thinking "You're driving me crazy." After today you'll never wonder Who is the boss? Because you will have clarified, and you will know. :-) This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/boss  Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips  Follow Savvy Cleaner for tips and training on social media: You can watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/re72MWqgPjg  https:

I Skipped some chores is a house cleaner goof. But how many times will the customer keep you if the maid forgot to clean a room? Today on Ask a House Cleaner a distracted cleaning technician skipped some chores. (Or rather, didn't know a room was there and skipped the bedroom and the attached bathroom.) When the client called - the maid wants to bail. She feels the customer is suggesting she skipped some chores on purpose. Or ran out of time, or was doing sloppy work. Now she wants to bail on the customer because she doesn't like confrontation. Today's show sponsor is https://HouseCleaning360.com #HouseCleaning360 is a business referral network for house cleaners and maids and housekeepers. *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Communication Skills - A Must Have for House Cleaners - https://youtu.be/UsbUcCB6zYw Texting vs. Calling - https://youtu.be/rTvOYIii28A Why I Fired My Maid - https://youtu.be/XPz4d24xLk4 Should I Stay or Should I Go? House Cleaner Confusion - https://youtu.be/Op3QCHB9PeA Stack the Deck -

Podcasts open a world of edutainment. Learn while you clean. Learn while you drive. Today on Ask a House Cleaner Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru talks about discovering podcasts on a road trip. She was seeking audible learning. She found The Art of Charm with Jordan Harbinger, a podcast for men. Enamored with the learning library in your pocket concept, she searched for more podcasts. She discovered motivation, inspiration, education, and entertainment. Never the same since finding a whole new world. Delivered free by Google, Audible, Stitcher, Soundcloud and iTunes. RESOURCES FROM THIS SHOW: The Art of Charm | Social Science | Cognitive Psychology | Confidence | Relationship Advice | Behavioral Economics - http://apple.co/2sQqLxd Ask a House Cleaner | Angela Brown | Savvy Cleaner | House Cleaning Tips - http://apple.co/2sJaA4H Bluetooth Wireless Headphones  - http://amzn.to/2tGIVOT This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode

Party help is as close as your housekeeper or maid. Lots of house cleaners moonlight planning parties and are a good extra pair of hands to help with a party. Whether you're celebrating a graduation or birthday consider your cleaner for party help. Today on Ask a House Cleaner we look at tasks besides cleaning you can expect when you hire a Savvy Cleaner. Decorator, to food prep, cleaning, hostessing and more party help. Maids clean up after the party as well. Check out today's tips before you throw your next big party or try to do it all yourself. Resources From Today's Show Hitachi  Gas Powered 170 MPH Handheld Leaf Blower - http://amzn.to/2tDmBWw Keurig Coffee Maker - Brew a Perfect Single Cup - http://amzn.to/2sNfnlI Party Planning Secrets The Ultimate Guide to a Successful Party - http://amzn.to/2sN5AMM How to Throw Parties Like a Professional - http://amzn.to/2rLOwCa This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at http://

Left behind cleaning supplies? Forgot to do an inspection of your work? A growing trend in house cleaner education is to teach house cleaners and housekeepers to use a house cleaning worksheet. It's time-consuming and costly to realize you left behind cleaning supplies at the last customer's house. And #TheHouseCleaningGuru Angela Brown is ruthless and tells homeowners to keep left behind cleaning supplies. This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at http://askahousecleaner.com/maid-left-behind-cleaning-supplies/ Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips Follow Savvy Cleaner for tips and training on social media: https://Facebook.com/SavvyCleaner https://Twitter.com/SavvyCleaner https://Instagram.com/SavvyCleaner https://Pinterest.com/SavvyCleaner https://Linkedi

Too young, too old to clean house. What's the perfect age? How Young is too young to own a house cleaning business? The House Cleaning Guru, Angela Brown shares some advice on the wisdom. And the experience and understanding required to be a business owner. You'll need some knowledge about customer service. Along with the ability to understand customers requests. And then be responsible enough to follow through and collect your money. It's not about being too young or too old - it's about knowing what's needed to run a cleaning business. This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/too-young/ Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips Follow Savvy Cleaner for tips and training on social media: https://Facebook.com/SavvyCleaner https://T

Yardwork is something everybody with a yard needs. But not everybody can afford a landscaper. During slow times in the cleaning business, your housekeeper or maid may sell other services like yardwork to supplement their income. Today on Ask a House Cleaner we look at odd jobs. Raking leaves, and shoveling snow as alternatives to cleaning. Yardwork, gardening and pulling weeds can keep money coming in even during cancellations. RESOURCES FROM TODAY'S SHOW Weed Zinger-Stand Up Weeding Tool w/ Spring Release - http://amzn.to/2s6xnX2 Snow Joe SHOVELUTION - Strain Reducing Snow Shovel  - http://amzn.to/2t7i6Ut Ames 30-Inch Poly Leaf Rake - 2915712 - http://amzn.to/2svqlvG Hefty Strong Large Trash Bags (Lawn and Leaf, Drawstring, 39 Gallon Bags, 38 Count) - http://amzn.to/2suu64H  Poulan Pro 967044601 40V Dual Steel Hedge Trimmer, 24" - http://amzn.to/2sgbDGI  Hitachi RB24EAP 23.9cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered 170 MPH Handheld Leaf Blower http://amzn.to/2t7rF5J  This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Tra

Customers bathroom - house cleaners question "Can I use the customers' bathroom?" Some people are funny about the cleaning lady using their loo. But if "I gotta go, I gotta go." Today on Ask a House cleaner we cover private vs public bathrooms and what to do when the house cleaner has to pee. The House Cleaning Guru shares tips from house cleaner training. She suggests maids sanitize the customer's bathroom if they use it and other tips. This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/customers-bathroom/ Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips Follow Savvy Cleaner for tips and training on social media: https://Facebook.com/SavvyCleaner https://Twitter.com/SavvyCleaner https://Instagram.com/SavvyCleaner https://Pinterest.com/SavvyCleaner

Education is crucial to your success as a housekeeper. House Cleaners ask "Do I need a degree to run a cleaning business?" Today on Ask a House Cleaner we look at education. From books to online learning, and self-study methods like Kindle. House cleaner training is ever changing. And while you may decide to take courses, or read on your free time, there are lots of options for tutoring and continuing education. The key is to have a learning strategy to improve your mind so you can be a Savvy Cleaner. This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/education LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE: Amazon Kindle Unlimited http://amzn.to/2rt6ZDm WPBeginner - Free Wordpress Training http://www.wpbeginner.com/ Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips Follo

Best books for house cleaners are books that promote your maid services. Or make you a better housekeeper. Reading every day is great schooling for house cleaners and soon you'll have your own list of best books. The House Cleaning Guru, Angela Brown shares her tip of the day. Among her best books are excellent material for weekly meetings. Here you'll find a great education for maids. Change the way you think and talk and it will change the way you interact with the customers. Learn, teach and create a collection of your own great reference books. This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. LINKS FROM THIS SHOW:  Power Talking by George R. Walther -  http://amzn.to/2s6HDgE How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie - http://amzn.to/2t6mtSF Complete show notes for this episode found at http://askahousecleaner.com/best-books-house-cleaners/ Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and r

Haggling over price when you do a cleaning bid or job estimate? You're not alone. Lots of customers love bargaining and discounts. They don't want to pay "all that money" for house cleaning or maid service. But is that any reason to be haggling over price and negotiating the housekeepers pay? Today on Ask a House Cleaner, The House Cleaning Guru, Angela Brown covers haggling over price and some ninja mind tricks for maids. Learn how to stuff your job bid audition with eye contact. And body language, and rules and regulations, and confidence. Don't wing it when the prospect says your cleaning service costs too much. Practice. And your free estimate will turn into a performance that will land you the job and let you get paid what you're worth and stop haggling over price. Today's show sponsor is https://HouseCleaning360.com HouseCleaning360 is a business referral network for house cleaners and maids and housekeepers. *** MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS *** Haggling Over Price - Ninja Mind Tricks for Maids - https://yout

Rant away, Angela Brown. Tell us how you feel about maids loitering on the job. Or how disrespectful it is when a maid borrows makeup from a client without their knowledge. Rant about how it's not borrowing but stealing when a housekeeper wastes time. They are stealing from the company that employs them. And the customer that is paying for the cleaning service. Today on Ask a House Cleaner, The House Cleaning Guru skips the cleaning tips. Instead, she shares a rant about the lazy maid that gives house cleaners everywhere a bad name. #WhatTheHeck This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/show Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/_6edSV7vWIc Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips Follow Savvy Cleaner for tips and training

Maid stole a vacuum attachment from a client. Is it theft or an honest mistake? Today on Ask a House Cleaner we look at what happens when the customer's stuff ends up in the house cleaners cleaning caddy. She stole it right? Housekeeper Training shows us you can fix an oversight. Admit you stole it on accident, apologize and ask forgiveness. Today's tips including building trust and going from an average maid to a Savvy Cleaner. This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Complete show notes for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/show Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. You can watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/fujAgklvF34 House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips Follow Savvy Cleaner for tips and training on social media: https://Facebook.com/SavvyCleaner https://Twitter.com/SavvyCleaner https://Instagram.com/Savv

Fire, firing, fired. Not words you want to think about as a cleaning service provider. Good help is so hard to find. So what happens when you have to fire your cleaning employee for being late and lazy? Today on Ask a House Cleaner we look at the unreliable cleaning technicians in danger of being let go. Should we fire them or enter them into a showcase? 101 Sample Write-Ups for Documenting Employee Problems http://amzn.to/2sanIA9 This show was sponsored by Savvy Cleaner - House Cleaner Training and Certification. Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/AtfN4QDH4Qo Complete show notes for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/show Got a Question for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. House Cleaning Tips Vault (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips Follow Savvy Cleaner for tips and training on social media: https://Facebook.com/SavvyCleaner https://Twitter.com/SavvyCleaner https://Instagram.com/SavvyClean