Episode 1275 – Solo vs. Teams: The Hiring Decision That Can Make or Break Your Business
In this episode, Mike dives into a big question for cleaning company owners: should you hire solo cleaners or teams? He breaks down why this decision isn’t just about logistics—it’s about building a business you actually enjoy. You’ll learn how to hire based on core values, create a team you love working with, and avoid getting stuck with staff who drain your energy. Mike also shares tips on how to handle pay raises and bonuses without breaking the bank. If you’re ready to build a business that gives you time, freedom, and joy, this one’s for you. Tune in and take notes, Clean Nation!
Should You Hire Solo Cleaners or Teams?
In this episode, Mike Campion dives into a common cleaning biz question: “Should I hire solo cleaners or teams?” The answer isn’t just about scheduling or logistics—it’s about building a company you actually like. Mike reminds owners to choose what gives them freedom of time and money, not what traps them. If working with a team feels fun and fits your core values, that’s a win. If managing solo requests drains your soul—maybe it’s time to say “no thanks.”
People Over Processes (But Still Have Both)
Mike and Lindsay talk about why your team is the heart of your business. Whether it’s solo or group cleaning, it all comes down to hiring people who match your core values. At Grow My Cleaning Company, their values are: Have fun, make money, be real, and help out. If someone doesn’t want to work with others, ask yourself: is this person someone I’d want to go to battle with when things go wrong?
When “Team Player” Matters Most
They also dig into when it’s okay for a cleaner to prefer working with someone else. If someone feels nervous cleaning a house alone, that can be a reasonable concern—not a red flag. Mike explains that team cleaning is often better anyway for safety, speed, and accountability. But if someone says they only want certain hours or partners and won’t budge? That’s a sign they may not be a team player.
Pay Them Right (But Don’t Break the Bank)
Mike unpacks bonus structures and how to avoid throwing random raises at “good enough” cleaners just because you’re scared to lose them. The key? Build a hiring system that brings in enough great people so you don’t feel trapped. Pay should be based on clear rules—like quarterly reviews and core value matches—not emotions or desperation.
Build a Biz You Actually Like
At the end of the day, this episode is a giant reminder: your business should serve you, not the other way around. That means working with people you like, paying them fairly but consistently, and creating a company culture that makes you proud. If something feels off, don’t accept it—fix it. Because, as Mike says, if you’re not loving your business… what’s the point?