When you run a help wanted ad with your phone number listed you can be sure of one thing. The phone is going to ring. Probably quite a bit. Now having a bunch of applicants calling is a good thing right? I mean that is the whole idea correct? Well...yes it is. But it could also lead to some undesirable side effects. One being wasting your time on unqualified … [Read more...] about Screening Applicants Over The Phone
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The Help Wanted Tracker
Keeping track of the specifics of your help wanted ads is important. Especially if you want to repeat successes and avoid constant failures when running help wanted ads. After all...the ads aren't cheap. So the best way of tracking what works and what doesn't is to create a simple form. Use it to collect some data on the ads as you run them. The information may not be … [Read more...] about The Help Wanted Tracker
Employment Ads That Deliver
At some point most cleaning companies need to hire staff. Many times you can tap your friends and family for help filling a position when needed. This approach works for a while but eventually you are going to need to run a employment ad in the paper. At first glance it does not seem all that difficult, and to be honest with you it's not. But there are some tips you need to … [Read more...] about Employment Ads That Deliver
Job Descriptions Made Easy
Writing a job description seems more painful than a trip to the dentist for most cleaning business owners. The most common questions are: "Why do I need them?" and "Where would I start?" Well...that is what we are going to talk about right now! Lets tackle the first question asking "why" you need them. The five main reasons why you need a job description. Written job … [Read more...] about Job Descriptions Made Easy
What Ten Years In Business Has Taught Me (Vol 2)
There are many moving parts to a cleaning business. All need to work seamlessly together to provide for a pleasant customer experience. Some of these moving parts are minor while others are major. To draw a comparison, think of your car. A flat tire can bring it to a stop just like a failing transmission can. One is an easy fix while the other will set you back some serious … [Read more...] about What Ten Years In Business Has Taught Me (Vol 2)