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How to hire the best employees
August 21, 2026 Jeff Cross

Hiring Without an HR Department

For cleaning companies without a dedicated HR department, the answer begins with refusing to accept poor hiring results as simply part of doing business.

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How to be accountable as a manager.
August 21, 2026 Jeff Cross

Accountability Isn’t Punishment—It’s Clarity

The word accountability shows up in the news whenever something goes wrong. Someone must be held accountable, and everyone listening knows what that means.

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Personalize Your Client Communication With AI and Robots
August 19, 2026 David Wachs

Personalize Your Client Communication With AI and Robots

Handwritten notes created by artificial intelligence-powered robots can boost your business and drive customer retention.

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Advocacy Meets Sustainability
August 17, 2026 Stephen P. Ashkin

Advocacy Meets Sustainability

Effective advocacy for sustainability helps cleaning industry businesses succeed by providing practical resources, training, and guidance.

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Bridging the Generational Gap in Facility Management
August 5, 2026 Brent Johnson

Bridging the Generational Gap in Facility Management

Facility leaders can effectively manage multigeneration teams by adjusting their communication style, development approach, and leadership methods while maintaining clear expectations and accountability.

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Facility Budgets Go Beyond Number Crunching
August 3, 2026 Jeff and Chastity Schaffer

Facility Budgets Go Beyond Number Crunching

Creating a facility maintenance budget involves making informed decisions that balance performance, longevity, and financial responsibility.

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Long-Term Rental Solutions Create Value for Cleaning Operations
July 27, 2026 Alec Germond & Rory Saleh

Long-Term Rental Solutions Create Value for Cleaning Operations

In any rental partnership, the goal is to provide customers with the equipment and support they need to operate a safe and efficient cleaning program benefiting the facilities they serve.

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July 24, 2026 Jeff Cross

Growing Faster but Making Less? Here’s Why

Contractors talk about revenue because it's easy to see and easy to say. A company describes itself by what it billed last year, whether that's $1 million or $10 million, and the number becomes shorthand for success.

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July 23, 2026 Jeff Cross

Your Employees Are Using AI. But Are They Still Thinking?

In this episode, we examine the hidden risks of AI overreliance, why some experts warn of declining human judgment, and what business leaders can do to ensure AI remains a powerful tool without weakening the skills that drive innovation and sound decision-making.

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Employee Retention Goes Beyond Financial Compensation
July 22, 2026 Kennedy Moreno

Employee Retention Goes Beyond Financial Compensation

Worker retention occurs when people feel valued and supported in their jobs and have opportunities to advance in their careers.

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July 17, 2026 Jeff Cross

AI in Hiring: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What Employers Need to Know

Whether you're hiring your next technician, supervisor, or office administrator, this conversation offers practical guidance without the hype.

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Rethink the Path to Leadership
July 13, 2026 Raquel Elejabarrieta

Rethink the Path to Leadership

Organizations today require leaders who can interpret data while exercising judgment, enforce standards while motivating teams, and manage risk while continuing to pursue growth.

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Stratus Clean
June 29, 2026 Elizabeth Christenson

Three-Tier Franchise Model & Rebranding Elevates Stratus Clean

Stratus Clean CEO Doug Flaig shared his insights into the company’s name change and rapid growth in this super-competitive industry.

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Tips for Integrating AI and Modern Tech into Your Cleaning Company
June 29, 2026 Christian Morales

Tips for Integrating AI and Modern Tech into Your Cleaning Company

Artificial intelligence technology can help your company reduce the administrative work needed to run a strong operation and make your cleaning staff more effective.

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June 22, 2026 Jeff Cross

AI Mistakes: The Risks, Costs, and Realities

Dean Mercado discusses the biggest AI mistakes service business owners are making in 2026.

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June 18, 2026 Jeff Cross

The Startup Window: Where New Cleaning Accounts Are Won or Lost

Jeff Carmon explains why new account startups matter more than some owners realize, where they most often break down, and what strong handoffs, communication, and early execution look like in practice.

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