Episode 1164 – How to Stop LOSING Sleep Because of Your Cleaning Company
Jumping into the Weekly Q&A
Mike and Lindsay are back at it, answering your burning questions in this week’s Q&A session! If you’re tuning in and want to catch them live, just join the “Grow My Cleaning Company” Facebook group—completely free and full of tips to help your business thrive.
Tackling the Business Headaches
Kimberly from the Facebook group is losing sleep over the business side of things—taxes, payroll, all that overwhelming stuff. Mike’s advice? Pay for the experts. He shares from his own experience, saying that trying to handle payroll and taxes on your own is a fast track to stress. Instead, he recommends outsourcing these tasks to professionals. Companies like ADP handle payroll so well that it’s worth the small cost, and a good CPA will make tax season a breeze. Mike reminds everyone that if a problem can be solved with money, and you have the money, then you don’t really have a problem!
Hiring and Keeping the Right People
Next up, Laura Mae voiced a common concern: finding and keeping good employees. Mike breaks it down into two parts—hiring and retention. He compares hiring to dating; the more candidates you have, the better your chances of finding the right one. The trick is having a system that lets you sift through a large pool of applicants without driving yourself crazy. For retention, Mike says it’s all about core values. If you hire people who align with your company’s values, they’re more likely to stick around and be happy working with you.
Airbnbs: A Blessing or a Curse?
Angie chimed in with her frustrations about cleaning Airbnbs, likening the stress to that of a server who wakes up in the middle of the night worrying about table 12’s ranch dressing. Mike sympathizes but points out that not every client is a good fit. If Airbnbs are stressing you out, it’s okay to step back and focus on clients that align more with your business goals. He notes that while Airbnbs are recurring business, they often come with headaches and seasonality issues, which might not be worth it in the long run.
Find the Right Fit
The big takeaway from this week? Don’t force things. Whether it’s hiring employees or taking on clients, it’s crucial to find the right fit. Not every employee will match your company culture, and not every client will be worth the effort. Stick to your core values, know what you want, and build your business around those principles. Mike and Lindsay are here to guide you through the tough spots, but ultimately, the decisions are yours to make.