Share This: Higher employee motivation means higher engagement. According to Gallup’s State of the American Workplace report, employee engagement is defined as “those who are involved in, enthusiastic about and committed to their work and workplace.” In a recent survey, only 30% of workers are actively engaged. The old ways such[…]
Share This: Knowing how to offer and win janitorial bids for your small business is one of the most important steps when you are ready to start cleaning for commercial businesses. It is important to meet with your client first if possible. This helps you understand what they need, explain[…]
Share This: When you start a janitorial business, you are probably developing many processes such as a cleaning checklist for your employees. Why Is a Commercial Cleaning Checklist Important? Your clients want to know your company is keeping the promises made to them. Like any other job, the quality of work[…]
Share This: Training your cleaning staff for your janitorial company is necessary for your business to be successful. It is important to develop a thorough training program. Once you hire someone, they become an extension of your business. They represent your brand. Do you feel proud for them to represent what you[…]
Share This: Managing the time clock rules and your employee’s time correctly is important for your small business. Why are Timekeeping and Time Clock Rules Important? With accurate records, you can ensure you are compliant with federal and state labor laws. You can track attendance easier and see trends. You know[…]
Share This: Opening your own janitorial business can be one of the best small businesses to start on a budget. You can begin by starting small and then building up a successful cleaning service however you like. Once you get comfortable with your business and brand, you can begin bidding on larger[…]
Share This: Once you have started your own construction company you may be looking for ideas to help you grow and develop your business. Here are some recommendations on how to grow your construction company: 1. Hire Good People At some point, you will want to hire employees to help you grow your[…]
Share This:Every year you or someone you know may make New Year’s resolutions. It is a way for some to feel like they are starting with a clean and blank slate. For some, it may involve going to the gym, saving money, or learning something new. What are some ways[…]
Share This: Promoting good leadership skills is vital. One bad manager in your small business can make it difficult for many. You might have higher absenteeism, increased turnover, and a difficult time recruiting. You may have heard the expression, “Employees don’t leave companies, they leave managers.” It is true. High[…]
Share This: Hiring great employees for your small business can be tricky if you don’t have effective interviewing skills and practices. You don’t want to make a mistake in your hiring decisions which could negatively impact your company in a costly way. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), businesses[…]