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Do you have a clutter corner and do you need one? Wait! What is a clutter corner? If you've ever thought about cleaning your room or decluttering and organizing your home, you may have come up short on where to start.  Don't worry, this system will help you glide through the process without creating a bigger mess or frustrating you in the process. Are you with me? Tips and strategies to improve your house cleaning and help you grow a cleaning business. ** DO YOU EVER WANT TO BE PUBLISHED IN A BOOK? *** https://hoardingworld.com/book-entry-submission  Do you identify as a hoarder? Do you have a loved one who is a hoarder? Have you stopped inviting people into your home for fear of ridicule? Come share your experiences with us as we publish a book to help family members understand how to help and when to back off. Your voice matters. We want to hear from you.  *** HOARDING WORLD BALANCE GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoardingworld *** A TAPE OF AFFIRMATIONS I MADE FOR YOU *** The New Tape - https://y

Once you know how to clean vertical blinds it's easy. The key is to clean them on a regular basis like a bi-weekly cleaning schedule. Vertical blinds have two sides that can easily be dusted with a Swiffer duster on a bi-weekly clean. Both sides can be accessed simply by pulling a string at the end of the blinds. If your vertical shades haven't been cleaned in a while the process we learn today is the preferred method for cleaning them. This is also the way we train professional house cleaners to clean vertical blinds. If you can help it, don't take the vertical slats off the hooks, it's easy to break the hooks, bend the blinds, and tempting to soak the blinds or use chemicals that can discolor them if they have fabric on one side. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown showing you how to clean #verticalblinds *** HOW TO CLEAN VERTICAL BLINDS CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - What are ver

Got a clogged drain or two? Here's what pro cleaners need to know about unclogging the drains in the homes they clean, and the metaphorical drains in their #cleaningbusiness A clogged drain is a sign that something slipped down that wasn't supposed to and got caught creating a backup of gunk. The same thing happens in your business when phone calls, messages, texts and social media inquiries about your business slip through the cracks. Times are changing and so are the ways to deal with missed messages, lost contracts, and your competitors getting the jobs that were meant for you. In this video I'll show you how to use Smith.ai to unclog your business drains and I'll show you drain twisties to unclog your bathroom drains. Soon, the real and metaphorical drains in your life will be flowing smoothly. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Smith.ai 24/7 Live Chat - https://svy.tips/smithai-chat  And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** CLOGGED DRAIN CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - Is your cleaning business backed up like a clo

xi2mY%C2L5 Decluttering old electronics is next up on our list. You can declutter with me, and we will start with the clump of cables and cords hiding under your desk or game console. Today we will look at old headsets with the deteriorating ear pads, the wired mouse you swapped out for a wireless one years ago, and selfie sticks that don't connect to the smartphone you now have. Just because you paid good money for an electronic - and it provided a solution for you at one time, doesn't mean it is still the best solution for you today. This #decluttering episode of Ask a House Cleaner is sponsored by #HoardingWorld and your host is #AngelaBrown  *** HOARDING WORLD BALANCE GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoardingworld *** A TAPE OF AFFIRMATIONS I MADE FOR YOU *** The New Tape - https://youtu.be/n13ZBvaCMjw *** DECLUTTERING OLD ELECTRONICS CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - Meet Angela Brown the House Cleaning Guru 0:11 - Do you have old electronics you are not using? 0:45 - Do you have better electronics now? 1:01

I tried gratitude cleaning. Like most people, I hated to clean.  As a professional house cleaner, it was a job that put food on the table, but I didn't enjoy it at all. One day on a job when I was feeling punished by cleaning, it occurred to me that nobody was making me feel this way but myself.  Actually, other people did make me feel this way, but nobody was making me hate cleaning now (as an adult with rhyme and reason.) And then I wondered what would happen if I was grateful for the stuff I was cleaning? WHAT? How does that work? So while I was cleaning I asked myself a series of questions like: Is this item I'm cleaning useful?  Does the item I'm cleaning save time?  Does having this item provide some kind of convenience?  Is life better because of this item I'm cleaning? YES!  Most of the time the answers were yes, yes, yes, and yes.  How cool is it that I get to clean these very useful items AND still make money doing it? #GratitudeCleaning changed my life forever, and I hope it will change yours. Toda

Should you use vinegar to clean hardwood floors ??? Here's the truth about the debate and why some say vinegar is safe for hardwood floors. Others will tell you that using vinegar on hardwood flooring will void your warranty. Both are valid arguments, but here is what usually gets left out of the conversation. The type of flooring, the type of coating on the flooring, the type of mop used, and the techniques used for mopping.  Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Smith.ai (Virtual Receptionist Service, Bilingual Live Agents 24/7 to answer your calls, collect leads, and schedule appointments.) https://svy.tips/smithai And your host today is #AngelaBrown How to Clean Hardwood Floors - https://youtu.be/9nx43IzLyhA Mop Charging Buckets - https://youtu.be/ayvJReGiLjM *** CLEANING TOOLS SHOWN IN THIS SHOW Rubbermaid Corner Freestanding Mop Holder - https://amzn.to/3FNdCXd Rubbermaid Commercial Old Blue Mop - https://amzn.to/3nJA7WK BISSELL Power Steamer Heavy-Duty 3-in-1 - https://amzn.to/3Iu0W9H Swiffer Sweeper

Are you decluttering for something better or just decluttering to clear out space? My minimalism accident started out innocently enough. I was pairing down my extra socks. I had plenty. I also have no history of regret when getting rid of stuff. I'm not a minimalist by nature nor am I a full-blown hoarder. I'm just an average housewife like most people with a little too much of everything. BAM! And then this happens... Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #HoardingWorld a place where you can learn to #declutter as you change your relationship to stuff. And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** HOARDING WORLD BALANCE GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoardingworld *** A TAPE OF AFFIRMATIONS I MADE FOR YOU *** The New Tape - https://youtu.be/n13ZBvaCMjw *** PROMISED LINKS AND GOOD KARMA RESOURCES *** Dickies Moisture Control Crew Socks - https://amzn.to/3ICXB8n Previous Sock Video (26 Pairs of Socks) - https://youtu.be/9dmyL80HgAk  Love People, Use Things: Because the Opposite Never Works - https://amz

Ever thought about cleaning on the outside when customers cancel your cleaning on the inside? Let me show you how to keep money coming in when clients have covid, the flu or are calling out scared. Check out our upsell and special packages course at https://savvycleaner.com/upsells-and-special-projects Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsors are Verify My Records (https://verifymyrecords.com) and #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** PROMISED LINKS AND GOOD KARMA RESOURCES *** Snow Shovel - https://amzn.to/3fyFrYO Beanie Hat that Covers Ears - https://amzn.to/3GM6cF1 Snow/cleaning gloves - https://amzn.to/3FzDYMo Bib Apron - https://amzn.to/33SqG0s ID Badge - https://verifymyrecords.com These good karma links connect you to affiliated sites that offer products or services that relate to today’s show. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Your support pays our production costs to bring you

Decluttering where do you start - it's a common question. And the next big question is how to get family members on board to help you create a clutter-free home. If you need decluttering help you can ask, though leading by example is usually more effective. Not every family member has the same incentives for tidying up or doing weekend closet organization that you do. And without the same cleaning motivation, they may hang on to things that spark joy or for reasons different than your reasons. The first place to start when getting rid of stuff you don't need or want is not to buy it in the first place. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #HoardingWorld where we focus on #decluttering and changing your relationship with stuff. And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** HOARDING WORLD BALANCE GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoardingworld *** A TAPE OF AFFIRMATIONS I MADE FOR YOU *** The New Tape - https://youtu.be/n13ZBvaCMjw ***PLACES TO RECYCLE OLD BEDDING *** • Salvation Army https://www.salvationa

Will you put away or throw away the stuff you shuffled around to get to the Christmas decorations? Declutter with me as we go through some boxes and decide what to keep and what to toss. January is a great time to kick off the spring cleaning as you wrap up last year. You are full of new years resolutions and your closets, rooms, and storage units could use a reboot too. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner and #HoardingWorld And your host today is #AngelaBrown come #declutter with me. *** PUT AWAY OR THROW AWAY CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - Meet Angela Brown the House Cleaning Guru 0:25 - Did you use all the Holiday Decorations? If not why keep them? 0:57 - Packing up decorations is a good time to declutter 1:53 - Should you keep bins you can't see through? 2:10 - Will you revisit 20-year-old hobbies? 3:27 - Can you toss crafts from old leftover projects? 4:55 - Do you need permission to let go of useless stuff? *** HOARDING WORLD BALANCE GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoardingworld *** A TA

Should You Travel to Another City to Clean? And, if you do how much should you charge? WAIT! Before you go, there are a few things to figure out first like will you be able to take your cleaning supplies with you? And do you have a place to stay when you arrive in the new city? Many #housecleaners take a job in a distant place with a previous client, without factoring in the costs of transportation, food, lodging, and unbillable time while away. It's easy to get caught up in the moment of an old client not knowing anyone in their new city and thinking you are the only one who can clean for them - but this might be a perfect time to both go your separate ways. These #cleaningbusiness tips may save your life. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** SHOULD YOU TRAVEL TO ANOTHER CITY TO CLEAN CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - Meet Angela Brown the House Cleaning Guru 0:24 - Should you tr

Let's look at the orbital buffer vs. electric drill for cleaning. Lots of house cleaners wonder if you can just use a drill brush for cleaning and switch out the pads for things like removing hard water stains. Using the proper tool for the right job is one of the keys to efficiency in cleaning. Here are the reasons we use the drill bit brush for removing soap scum and the orbital buffer for removing hard water stains. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner Training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** ORBITAL BUFFER VS. ELECTRIC DRILL CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - Meet Angela Brown the House Cleaning Guru 0:18 - House cleaners offer special projects for an extra fee 0:27 - Call the cleaning office to schedule your special project 0:46 - Can you interchange an orbital buffer vs. an electric drill? 1:30 - An orbital buffer is designed to be used on a flat surface 2:28 - An electric drill is designed to go through the surface

Does your home have a safe place where you can go to find peace? Is your safe place #clutter and distraction-free? Did you know that papers, excess shoes, clothes, and broken electronics can bog you down and keep you from being your most creative self? If you don't have a favorite room in your house that makes your heart sing - join me in creating a safe place. And I want to hear about your process. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is #HoardingWorld https://hoardingworld.com And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** HOARDING WORLD BALANCE GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoardingworld *** A TAPE OF AFFIRMATIONS I MADE FOR YOU *** The New Tape - https://youtu.be/n13ZBvaCMjw *** PROMISED LINKS AND GOOD KARMA RESOURCES *** Love People, Use Things: Because the Opposite Never Works - https://amzn.to/3jhlWGH 100 Things To Get Rid of: What My Minimalism Journey Taught Me about Life - https://amzn.to/3jjZe0R Real Life Organizing: Clean and Clutter-Free in 15 Minutes a Day - https://amzn.to/3jnG625 Minimalis

Hoarding: Advice from a friend https://hoardingworld.com/book-entry-submission Hey friends, I'm working on a special project and need your help. You've been helping me and each other for a few months now with great ideas, and accomplishments from your personal journey's through the clutter, tidying up, and changing your relationship to stuff. As I read your stories I'm so inspired by your courage and your commitment to making your own world a better place and blessing the lives of others with your donations and words of support. Wouldn't it be cool if we shared some of the things we've learned from each other with house cleaners, organizers, and family members trying to help a loved one who often say the wrong things or try to get rid of stuff in a way that is painful? I read a story in our FB group the other day that broke my heart about a guy who went to all this work stripping and painting his house. It was an epic project and in the winter no less.

Let's get your cleaning questions answered about pricing for residential cleaning and turnover service for Airbnb's. Pricing for house cleaning has gone up since covid along with supplies, PPE, fuel, vehicles, and cleaning equipment and parts. These tips about pricing your #cleaningbusiness will keep you and your business in alignment with competitive services in your area. Note: In the United States the East and West coast cities charge higher rates due to the cost of living. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner Training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** YOUR CLEANING QUESTIONS ANSWERED ABOUT PRICING CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - Meet Angela Brown the House Cleaning Guru 0:37 - Should you give the client a discount for more hours worked? 1:14 - Why have prices for cleaning rates gone up since covid-19? 1:44 - How to unbundle your cleaning services for better pricing 2:20 - Why house cleaning overwork leads to fatigue

Cleaning and caregiving are both draining tasks by themselves. And wanting to "do right" by the loved one caregivers often put their own needs last and end up with what is known as compassion fatigue. To clean and care for another, self-care for caregivers is paramount. Here are a few tips and a few resources to make the cleaning part of caregiving easier. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner Training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** PROMISED LINKS AND GOOD KARMA RESOURCES *** The Apartment - https://alzfdn.org/theapartment/ 24/7 Support Hotline - https://www.alz.org/norcal/helping_you/24_7_helpline Respite (Temporary Care) https://www.alz.org/norcal/helping_you/additional_resources Dementia Support Groups in Your Area - https://www.alz.org/norcal/helping_you/support_groups Self-Care for Caregivers - https://amzn.to/3ET2Yyx These good karma links connect you to affiliated sites that offer products or service

The use it or lose it 30-day decluttering challenge combines awareness with desire and common sense. If you don't use it do you still want it? If you want it can you use it? If you don't want it and don't use it can you lose it? WHAT? That is way too easy. That is like decluttering and minimalism and recycling and regifting and donations all on steroids. And what do you end up with? Only things you want and will use. BAM! Use it or lose it. And if you don't want it, give it away, donate it, toss it, recycle it, reuse it, declutter it, re-gift it, just don't keep it. Yeah, you heard me.

This 30-day bedding challenge will help you declutter rooms, shelves, closets, and sofas. Have you redecorated a bedroom and bought all new sheets and comforters but kept the old ones just in case? Me too. And if you're like me you rationalized that you would reuse or recycle the old bedding but never have. The 30-day bedding challenge doesn't mean getting rid of blankets and pillows you are using, just the extra throws you know you're done with. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Hoarding World where we are changing our relationship with stuff. And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** HOARDING WORLD BALANCE GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/hoardingworld *** A TAPE OF AFFIRMATIONS I MADE FOR YOU *** The New Tape - https://youtu.be/n13ZBvaCMjw ***PLACES TO RECYCLE OLD BEDDING *** • Salvation Army https://www.salvationarmyusa.org • Goodwill - https://www.goodwill.org/locator/ • AMVETS National Service Foundation - https://amvetsnsf.org/ • Habitat for Humanity - https://www.habitat.org/ • The Arc -ht

Thinking about cleaning with bleach? Here are some bleach cleaning pro tips that you need to know when working around harsh or strong chemicals. Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner Training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown  *** CLEANING WITH BLEACH CHAPTERS *** 0:00 - Safety Tips for cleaning with bleach 0:19 - Is it dangerous to use an electric appliance in the shower? 0:29 - Why you should use a steamer after bleaching your shower 0:55 - Safety issues when inspecting steamer cords 1:24 - What do you use to remove pink stuff and black mold from showers? 3:21 - Why is it important to use ozone when #cleaning with bleach? 3:55 - How do you keep spray bottles from clogging when using bleach? 5:16 - What do you do with unused #bleach in your spray bottle? 5:30 - Why does bleach come in a solid-colored bottle? 6:09 - Why is it important to flush the spray bottle after using bleach? *** PROMISED LINKS AND GOOD KARMA

I get asked how to clean your bathroom sink several times a week and until now there really is no easy way. You get soap and a scrub sponge and you carve out five minutes to scrape off dried toothpaste and shaving cream from the bathroom sink. Then I got a call from Bryan Alintoff, CEO of Sink Spinner and he was like "you can stop cleaning now." When I saw the Sink Spinner https://sinkspinner.com and how it works and the time-saving possibilities to your daily routine, that "no-brainer" lightbulb went off. I asked him to join me here to show you what he showed me. Leave your comments in the notes below. What do you think is this a super cool gizmo or what? #bathroomcleaning #cleaning Today's Ask a House Cleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner Training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown *** PROMISED LINKS AND GOOD KARMA RESOURCES *** The Sink Spinner - https://sinkspinner.com Sink Spinner Breakaway Feature - https://youtu.be/LwTmVRswB98