Synopsis
Ask a House Cleaner is a daily show where you get to ask your house cleaning questions and we provide answers. Learn how to clean. How to start a cleaning business. Marketing and Advertising tips for your cleaning service. How to find top quality house cleaners, housekeepers, and maids. Employee motivation tactics. Strategies to boost your cleaning clientele. Cleaning company expansion help. Time-saving Hacks for DIY cleaners and more. Hosted by Angela Brown, 25-year house cleaning expert and founder of Savvy Cleaner Training for House Cleaners and Maids.
Episodes
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How to Bid a Cleaning Job for People Who Hate to Sell
17/12/2018 Duration: 09minhttps://compasswave.com to streamline the bidding process for your cleaning business. Can you tell me how to bid a cleaning job when you hate to sell? I'm trying to grow my cleaning company and the #cleaning bid gets me every time. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru answers "how to bid a cleaning job when you hate selling with a Compass Wave #ProductReview Compass Wave is maid service estimating software that gives instant price quotes for house cleaning and maid service. The cleaning estimates factor in your cleaning times and price and levels of cleanliness from the homeowner. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Compass Wave. (If you hate to sell but love to clean your #CleaningBid just got easy. *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://MyCleaningConnection.com/how-to-bid-a-cleaning-job *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Bidding Residential Cleaning Jobs - Secrets and Tips - https://youtu.be/4N8tYG-2p1U How to Bid a Cleaning Job - https://youtu.be/3ZA1Icz5Qdk How to Price A Residential Hous
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3 Easy Tricks to Get Kids to Clean Up - Cleaning Motivation
14/12/2018 Duration: 06minHere are 3 easy tricks to get kids to clean up. If you've been wondering how to get kids to pick up toys, and clean their bedroom this is for you. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru has 3 easy tricks to get kids to clean up. A cleaning routine is good and knowing how to motivate kids to clean also helps. Your child wants to feel needed and appreciated. If they do these 3 easy tricks to get kids to clean up will work magic in your family. Today’s #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (How to clean ideas and #HouseCleaning for #kids.) And Savvy Perks a rewards program that lets your kids earn points and buy things you buy at a discount. *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** 5 Tricks to Get Kids to Clean Up! - WhatsUpMoms - https://youtu.be/yWSFdGPp-ms How to Get Kids to Start Cleaning! - Clean My Space - https://youtu.be/q_Gm8-5bo-4 5 Tips to Get Kids to Clean Up! - ClutterBug - https://youtu.be/6JBwkXT2bSg 10 Tips for Keepi
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Can You Call Out On a Snow Day and Cancel Your House Cleaning?
13/12/2018 Duration: 05minCan you call out on a snow day and cancel house cleaning? If you're snowed in and there is a blizzard or an ice storm is it alright to cancel work? Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says yes, you can call out on a snow day and it doesn't go against customer service. Employee safety is more important than cleaning in bad weather. A savvy cleaner will call out on a snow day for accident avoidance and accident prevention. It's better to be safe than sorry. And as a cleaning business owner, any damages are your expense. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Maid service training and certification for house cleaners.) And Savvy Perks (a robust savings program for cleaning business owners.) #Blizzard #HouseCleaning *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** VIDEOS THAT WILL SCARE YOU INTO STAYING HOME *** Compilation of Ridiculous Car Crash and slip & Slide Winter Weather - StormChasingVideo - https://youtu.be/i59v0p-gAtk ULTIMATE Compilation of Car
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Why Airbnb Hosts Complain About Guests - Is it Justified?
12/12/2018 Duration: 07minWhy Airbnb hosts complain about guests is not a mystery. Any traveler can be an AirBnB guest and stay at a short-term rental or #VRBO. But let's look at why AirBnB hosts complain about guests when they are quiet, polite and leave the #AirBnB damage free. They may not leave it clean. There are host expectations that come with home sharing. Yes, they are in the hospitality industry and many charges a cleaning fee for cleaning and standard amenities. But as a live-in host, you are staying in their home. Even a short-stay can change their feedback or rating and review if you don't leave it clean. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Training and Certification for house cleaners who provide turnover service.) And TurnoverCleaningTips.com - a website full of turnover and staging tips. *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://turnovvercleaningtips.com/why-airbnb-hosts-complain *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Why Hosts Should GLADLY Pay Airbnb/VRBO Fees - STR University - https://you
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5 Easy After the Holiday Clean-Up Tips - End of Year Cleaning
11/12/2018 Duration: 08minThese 5 easy after the holiday clean-up tips will get your new year off to a clean start. While undecorating after the holidays it's a great time organize your space as you declutter and tidy up your home. If you know these 5 easy after the holiday clean-up tips you can plan for them as put decorations away, and schedule your end of year cleaning. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru gives DIY cleaning tips for regifting, and appliance cleaning. Carpet cleaning and deep cleaning may need a professional but you can unclutter and organize your closets as you go. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner (Training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) #HolidayStorage #Clutter *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://MyCleaningConnection.com/after-the-holiday-clean-up *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Massive & Intense all day clean after the holidays - Jamie's Journey - https://youtu.be/FNGnBy3KdDI How to Clean Your Home for the Holidays - Clean with Me - ClutterBug - https
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How to Clean an Oven FAST with Easy-Off Fume Free Oven Cleaner
10/12/2018 Duration: 14minEver wonder how to clean an oven fast with Easy-Off Fume Free oven cleaner (product review)? Today's #AskaHouseCleaner is an in-depth look at oven cleaning hacks with Easy-Off Fume Free Oven Cleaner. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru gives tips on how to clean an oven fast and how much to charge to clean an oven. She also talks about personal protective equipment when using oven cleaner. The fastest way to clean an oven is not always a self-cleaning oven. Watch Angela Brown cleaning for tips on DIY cleaning using #RB Easy-Off Oven Cleaner. This #ProductReview sponsor is Savvy Cleaner (training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And My Cleaning Connection (a resource hub for all things cleaning.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://mycleaningconnection.com/how-to-clean-an-oven-fast *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** EASY-OFF HEAVY DUTY Oven Cleaner Review - https://youtu.be/V1s3HtvM2N0 How to Clean Oven Racks! (Clean My Space) - https://youtu.be/1iFZRS3vPbw How to Clean Your
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Angela Brown's Top 10 Holiday Cleaning Tips
07/12/2018 Duration: 10minAngela Brown's Top 10 holiday cleaning tips will get you ready for relatives coming home. "Help! My relatives are coming and they're judgmental and I need to clean my space. Do you have a Christmas cleaning routine 2018 with speed cleaning tips?" Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru shares her #Top10 "how to" holiday cleaning tips in this cleaning video. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Daily pro cleaning tips, and maid service cleaning advice. And the producer of Angela Brown's Top 10 Holiday Cleaning Tips.) And HouseCleaning360 (Get more leads for your cleaning business.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/top-10-holiday-cleaning-tips *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Holiday Speed Cleaning Routine - Clean with Me | Myka Stauffer | https://youtu.be/HoN9pJm-LiI Holiday Clean with Me | J&J Kay | https://youtu.be/4dr0llTvNMI Cleaning for the Holidays | Til Vacuum Do Us Part | https://youtu.be/MsT8204g4u8 How to Clean Your Home for the Holid
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House Cleaning When Everybody's a Scrooge - Errgh!
06/12/2018 Duration: 08min"Don't you hate house cleaning when everybody's a Scrooge?" We're talking about holiday cleaning, family holiday requests, holiday decorating and holiday depression. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says Christmas cleaning stress is a real thing. Every house cleaner has a different tale. Last minute bookings, cleaning cancellations, and holiday decorating cleaning extras. The house cleaner is a #scrooge, and their clients play Scrooge. This cleaning for the holidays' video addresses holiday cleaning stress. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Producer of this cleaning channel and learning library of house cleaner training.) And Savvy Perks (an employee perks program for you and your cleaning employees or VRBO partners. *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Holiday Stress | Mayo Clinic | https://youtu.be/egb6bcSd0T8 10 Ways to Cope with Holiday Depression | Ghana Goddess | https://youtu.be/wW57nGo6ACE 4 Tips t
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House Cleaner or Property Management for Your Vacation Rental?
05/12/2018 Duration: 11minIs a house cleaner or property management better for your vacation rental? Today on #AskaHouseCleaner we look at the pros and cons of a house cleaner vs. property management. If you run an #Airbnb or #VRBO you need a co-host or caretaker you can count on. As an Airbnb host, you can do your own cleaning, you can hire a maid, or you can opt for vacation rental management. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says your cleaning company needs to be your hosting partner. Today's sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (Provider of Airbnb cleaning tips.) And Turnover Cleaning Tips - a community and hub for vacation rental cleaning.) *** House Cleaner & Host Q & A *** https://turnovercleaningtips.com/community *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Streamline Vacation Rental Software Overview Video - https://youtu.be/LKGFW5oRvhg Rental Property Management 101: The basics you must know | Rent Like a Pro - https://youtu.be/qi1TyCNdHHY 3 Best Property Management Software 2017 - https://youtu.be/J20lcTKGL3E Transform Your Busi
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"My House is Such a Mess" And Other Excuses House Cleaners Hear
04/12/2018 Duration: 07min"My house is such a mess, I clean my space but the house cleaning has been crazy while we've been sick." Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says a customer is ashamed when they say things like "my house is such a mess." They are embarrassed their house looks filthy. And as a house cleaner, you have a cleaning business. Don't shame them. They say "my house is such a mess" because they are afraid of judgment. The client feels awkward about paying you for #MessyHouseCleaning They know they have too much stuff, and most of its junk or clutter. A savvy cleaner knows they're guilty of a messy house and takes an attitude of #NoShame Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (Producer of these house cleaning tips.) And Savvy Perks (a rewards program for house cleaners and their staff.) Motivate the people who motivate your clients. *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** House Cleaner Has No Class! WARNING - ANGELA BROWN RANT -
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Scotch Brite Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge Product Review
03/12/2018 Duration: 10minThis Scotch Brite Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge product review will show you 9 useful ways to use the 3M sponge. You'll also see Angela Brown cleaning in this Scotch Brite Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge product review. And learn some cleaning tips with the scrub sponge. Whether you're DIY cleaning, Airbnb cleaning, or if you're a house cleaner or maid, #ScotchBrite has the best tools for cleaning. And you'll learn in this Scotch Brite Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge product review the sponges are Savvy Cleaner Approved. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (Training for house cleaners and maids.) And My Cleaning Connection (a resource hub for all things cleaning.) #ProductReview *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://mycleaningconnection.com/non-scratch-scrub-sponge/ *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** http://mycleaningconnection.com/non-scratch-scrub-sponge/ - https://youtu.be/vJ5kV4ksBe4 Scotch-Brite® Greener Clean Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge - Value of a Sponge - https://youtu.be/QjovwqdiIus 3M Sco
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Angela Brown's Top 10 Books for House Cleaners in 2019
30/11/2018 Duration: 16minAngela Brown's top 10 books for house cleaners in 2019 is an update to last year’s list found on My Cleaning Connection. If you are thinking "Clean with me, I need help to clean my space," check out last year’s selection. http://mycleaningconnection.com/resources/books/ Angela Brown's top 10 books for house cleaners in 2019 is not about cleaning. If you've been thinking "I need help to grow my cleaning company," this is your list. We could call this #Top10 "top 10 books for entrepreneurs." Angela Brown's top 10 books for house cleaners in 2019 will help you work smart not hard. Educate yourself through reading and grow your cleaning business. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And My Cleaning Connection (a resource hub with more #BooksforHouseCleaners.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE ***https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC ***Top 10 Books to Read in Your Lifetime! - Heiley in Bookland - ht
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5 Tempting No-No's When Cleaning (House Cleaners Listen Up)
29/11/2018 Duration: 09minThese 5 tempting no-no's when cleaning will completely derail your maid service. House cleaners listen up as we talk about #zoningout and #complacency. If you're bored and stop paying attention, other maids will take your jobs. Other No-Nos when cleaning include arguing with customers or coworkers. Or arguing with your boss. You've got to be teachable. Thinking you know it all leads to sloppy work or you get fired. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says other no-no's include skipping breaks. Which cause a dip in blood sugar and low energy or being tired. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And My Cleaning Connection (a hub for cool cleaning stuff.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** PeopleWork: 4 Ways to Stop Complacency Creep in Safety - https://youtu.be/MEee0epC0co "How Do We Avoid Complacency at Work?" - Andy Crouch - https://youtu.be/WTX_TwD3Wh8 Ap
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Do Airbnb or VRBOs Come with Cleaning or a Maid on Staff?
28/11/2018 Duration: 04min"Do most #Airbnb or #VRBO come with cleaning or have a maid on staff? If I need a laundry service is there a housekeeper that comes?" Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says "there is an Airbnb cleaning service. But most vacation rentals don't come with cleaning mid-stay. Check the house rules for turnover services and maintenance cleaning between Airbnb guests. And short-term rentals (STR) longer than a week usually does come with cleaning. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Training and Certification for house cleaners and maids.) And Turnover Cleaning Tips for Hosts and house cleaners alike. *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://turnovercleaningtips.com/come-with-cleaning *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Airbnb Cleaning - What to Clean Every Day - https://youtu.be/hKVMiGPyCoo How to Find Hire and Manage an Airbnb Cleaning Crew | Host Tutorials to Scale Your Business - https://youtu.be/dHtoW-MUP1g Airbnb Property Management Tutorial | Cohosting, Cleaners, and Admin A
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5 Easy Ways to Get Cash for Your Clutter
27/11/2018 Duration: 08minWant to know 5 easy ways to get cash for your clutter? If you're into home organizing or you've just decided to declutter your home, check this out. The five easy ways to get cash for your clutter include a "clean with me" or "clean my space" video. Where you show your new minimalist lifestyle and sell your #decluttering items online. Other easy ways to get cash for your clutter is the use of a consignment store, Nextdoor app, Facebook Marketplace, and eBay. Don't have time to sell your stuff? You can always make a thrift store haul as you clean up the #clutter in your life. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (Training and Certification for house cleaners and maids). And Savvy Perks (a membership program that gives you discounts on storage units, moving trucks and hoarding removal.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/cash-for-your-clutter *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Ebay: How to Sell Your Stuff - Complete Guide - https://youtu.be/llD8L3uNk5A Face
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11 Startling Ways to Use the OXO Deep Clean Brush Set (Product Review)
26/11/2018 Duration: 10minIn today's OXO Deep Clean Brush Set we cover 11 startling ways to use the OXO Deep Clean Brush set. It's true. From cleaning to detailing, we show you why every housekeeper needs the #OXO brushes. This OXO Deep Clean Brush Set product review shows you why we replace old toothbrushes for cleaning. OXO Good Grips are a favorite of every janitor for commercial cleaning, and maids for housekeeping. Angela Brown in this OXO Deep Clean Brush Set product review shows you some time-saving house cleaning hacks. And then you'll know why this is the hottest gift this holiday season. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And Turnover Cleaning Tips (House cleaning tips for VRBO and Airbnb Hosts.) #ProductReview *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://mycleaningconnection.com/oxo-deep-clean-brush-set *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** OXO Good Grips Smooth Edge Can Opener Review - https://youtu.be/chrFAuGoNtc OXO Good Grips 3-Blade Hand
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Questions to Ask When Hiring a House Cleaner in 2019
23/11/2018 Duration: 07minKEYWORDS FOR THIS EPISODE: Questions to Ask When Hiring a House Cleaner What are the best questions to ask when hiring a house cleaner? Angela Brown's Top 10 questions to ask when hiring a house cleaner for 2019 will help you protect your home. You have a right to ask and a right to know the answers before you ask a cleaning lady to "come clean my space." The questions to ask when hiring a house cleaner, maid, or cleaning service will show the maid service your interest in cleaning house. It will let them know you're hiring an expert and they can't take advantage of you. Here are the #Top10 questions. #JustAsk. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner (training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Questions to Ask on a Walkthrough (House Cleaning Job Estimate) - https://youtu.be/wpkumACqszE Questions to Ask When Hiring a Maid or House Cleaner - https://youtu.be/zbWS8hy
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The Scariest Thing That Happened to Me While House Cleaning
22/11/2018 Duration: 08min"The scariest thing that happened to me while house cleaning was a time I was babysitting and cleaning..." Angela Brown talks about the scariest thing is a turning point for preparedness. "Be safe, not sorry" was a lesson along with "carry mace or pepper spray." "When the scariest thing happens while cleaning, stay level-headed and don't panic. Have a backup plan, and remember to breathe." Today's #AskaHouseCleaner tips will turn your #scariestthing into a way to protect yourself. Savvy Cleaner (Training and certification for house cleaners and maids is our sponsor today.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** 6 Awesome Self Defense Gadgets You Can Buy on Amazon - https://youtu.be/ojmG27GaGNk 5 Self-Defense Items You Should Carry - https://youtu.be/7QkMQfpaZPc 6 Self Defense Gadgets You Need to See - https://youtu.be/SCPD3EwcJqo 5 Amazing Safety and Privacy Gadgets You Must See - https://youtu.be/NPc4BjEv0p8 Self Defense Jewelry Inve
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Airbnb Clean vs. Residential Clean - What is the Difference?
21/11/2018 Duration: 09minAirbnb clean vs. residential clean - what's the difference? Today on #AskaHouseCleaner we look at vacation rental #TurnoverService vs. a maintenance clean. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says the Airbnb clean vs. residential clean is more detailed. It includes superhost duties like staging and restocking standard amenities. A house cleaner can't postpone a turnover clean if you have Airbnb guests with a set checkout or check-in time. This is another difference between an Airbnb clean vs. residential clean. Today's sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (Maid service and hospitality training.) And Turnover Cleaning Tips (with resources for the caretaker or home sharing live-in host.) #Airbnb *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://turnovercleaningtips.com/airbnb-clean-vs-residential-clean/ *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Airbnb Host Charged an Extra Cleaning Fee - is that legal? - https://youtu.be/p2IE3RKAbSk House Cleaner Won't Leave - Airbnb Guests are Here - Help! - https://youtu.be/aadD1sGO4KY
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#1 Reason for Re-Cleans, Callbacks and Refunds for Maids
20/11/2018 Duration: 08minWanna know the No. 1 reason for re-cleans, callbacks, and refunds for maids? Would you believe it's hair? Loose hair or wisps that fall to the floor. Unhappy customers want your hair pulled back while cleaning. Re-cleans are unnecessary. You can prevent re-cleans with hair gel, hair clips, hair pins or a bun. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru gives customer service tips to prevent a dissatisfied customer. Pin hair up. It will save your company money in #re-cleans Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (house cleaner training.) And HouseCleaning360 (A place to list your cleaning business and find more leads.) #WorkSmartNotHard #Re-Cleans *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Customer Survey for House Cleaning Clients - https://youtu.be/No77jk58z7Q Maintaining Customer Satisfaction After Messing up Multiple Times - https://youtu.be/5TIh5GjXKzw Cleaning Customers You Can't Please - https://youtu.be/K_Ffg1nM1S4 Is the C