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I've broken a lot over 15 years, but it's all relative. I have two mindsets to discuss before I share my cleaning misdeeds.Your auto insurance company keeps actuarial tables and knows exactly how much an accident costs on average. These numbers are taken into account when you get and pay your annual insurance premium. In fact, it is designed to be a win-win. If you get into an accident or not, the insurance company still makes money. They win. Plus, your accident or claim is covered so you don't have to pay out of pocket. If you cost the insurance company too much money, they will raise your premium to ensure they make a profit and you can still be covered. Insurance is a product. We insure many things. One of those things is our business against general liability and bodily harm. Your business insurance company has the same actuarial tables and business model. I personally pay $550 per year in general liability and yes, I've had to use it once. The first mindset to take is this. You need insurance because things WILL break or get damaged!I'm a former General Electric mechanical engineer and Six Sigma Green Belt. Six Sigma is a design system to minimize defects to 6 per million opportunities. It's an extremely difficult high bar in engineering design to achieve, that's why companies like GE and Motorola in the 90's and 2000's thrived. As a cleaner, I touch 500 things in each house or office. Over my 15 years, I've cleaned an average of 250 houses and 250 offices or 500 cleans per year. If you multiply the this out, I've created 3,750,000 opportunities to break or damage something. I call this a defect. Over this same 15 year mark, I have 75 defects. Continue the math and you'll conclude that my defect rate is 20 per million opportunities. 5 sigma is 233 defects per million opportunities. I've been cleaning for 15 years right on the cusp of 6 Sigma. In fact, I am literally a 6 Sigma Green Belt in my defect rate over the past 5 years as most of my 75 defects happened in the first 10 years. Therefore, my rate of damage or defect is as good as GE designs the airplane engines you fly with!Side note: If you're struggling with breaking or damaging things, first evaluate your defect rate. Feel free to assume 500 opportunities per house or office. Secondly, if your defect rate is over 50 per year, you need to make changes in how you clean. A few simple system changes and routine can fix it.Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

I've been cleaning homes since 2006 and have noticed a dramatic increase in home security as technology improves. Alarms have gone from wired to wireless. Cameras surveil various angles and locations of the home. Garages have keypads. Families are more secure than ever and they can do so at an expense less than it used to cost. This happens so predictively that economists give it a name.The early adopters pay the most like cell phones in the '90s or tvs in the '50s. Once the technology reaches critical mass (around 10% market penetration), the technology floods the market until it cheapens with market saturation around 90%. This is called 'S-Curve' economics. As a side note, this is a fascinating phenomenon to study. Home security has undergone the same S-curve. Check out this statement from a recent article on the state of home security."Around 20% of homes in America have security systems, but this percentage is expected to increase over the next five years. In fact, experts predict that the number of homes with security systems will increase by 64% in that time period."The early adopters of home security were in the '70's, '80's, and '90's. It took 40 years for home security systems to reach 10% market penetration or critical mass. It has taken roughly 10 more years to go from 10% to 20% of all homes secure in the US. This article predicts a jump to over 80% in the next 5 years! That's an 'S-curve' for sure! But I ask you. Is this normalizing effect causing homeowners to feel over-confident?Unfortunately, I've noticed another trend. Homeowners are forgetting to lock their windows at an increasing rate. I'm a detailed house cleaner and clean complete kitchens and bathrooms, baseboards, wood trim, light switches, window ledges & sills over the course of time. I treat every client as if I was cleaning for my own family. Therefore, I'm a noticer! One of my clients was away for 5 days vacation and scheduled cleaning on the day of their arrival home. While I was there, I noticed that all 4 windows on the first floor were unlocked! These 4 windows happened to be the ones to the left and right of the front door on the porch. This discovery made me uneasy, so I locked them and notified the family. They were so thankful.I notice unlocked windows more often in upstairs bedrooms. However, you'd be surprised how many windows I've locked in my 15 years cleaning houses on the first floor! I'm not a psychologist, but I will hypothesize. We are placing too much trust in our technology. Many homeowners in suburbia believe that their neighborhoods are safe. Therefore, they can leave their car doors, front doors, and windows open. If there was an intruder, the alarm system would pick it up. I learned recently from a bank professional that criminals are getting smarter too. They are not the Water Bandits from "Home Alone" that can be thwarted by a 7-year-old boy with lots of toys, tacks, and tar. These criminals are timing their crimes to steal from moms while they drop off kids at daycare. They target shopping parking lots. And they target the most "trusting" homeowners. I'm sure this is not new to anyone reading this.Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

ROI! Return On Investment? Ritual Of Indulgence? Robust Oral Idol? ROI Podcast™ hosted by Law Smith @LawSmithWorks and Eric Readinger... Here's the episode description fo sho fo sho wrote   Law Smith and Eric Readinger piggyback off the previous episode hitting the back walls about hilarious chaos behind Tampa's 2 Bears 5K race. Law shares his adventures sprinting through Raymond James Stadium in American flag speedos, awkward celebrity run-ins with comedians Bert Kreischer and Tom Segura, and funny mishaps you won't hear anywhere else. Expect wild stories, comedic insights, and candid celebrity gossip—all served with ROI's signature humor. Buckle up comedy fans, this one's a ride. N.O.R.E. Noreaga, Comedian Meat Dave's Dave Williamson, Dean Akers, Jason Kelce, Bo Allen, Former All Pro and former Buccaneer Ryan Jensen, Buccaneer OG Cody Mauch, Buccaneer C Graham Barton, All Pro Buccaneer OT Tristian Wirfs, Barstool's Frank The Tank, Kevin KFC Clancy, John Feitelberg, Mike Calta, Por Osos Vodka, 2 Bears 1 Cave, Spartan Race, Oddsox, Alexis Fawx. Host Law Smith shares an unforgettable encounter with the genuinely gracious Alexis Fawx. Dive into candid, hilarious reflections on dating app mishaps, eyebrow disasters, and navigating today's relationship minefields. Laugh, learn, and improve your emotional intelligence by decoding life's subtle absurdities—only on ROI Podcast®.   Episode sponsored by @ZUPYAK  https://www.Zupyak.com → promo code → SWEAT @Flodesk -50% off https://flodesk.com/c/AL83FF @Incogni remove you personal data from public websites 50% off https://get.incogni.io/SH3ve @SQUARESPACE website builder → https://squarespacecircleus.pxf.io/sweatequity @CALL RAIL call tracking → https://bit.ly/sweatequitycallrail @LINKEDIN PREMIUM - 2 months free! → https://bit.ly/sweatequity-linkedin-premium @OTTER.ai → https://otter.ai/referrals/AVPIT85N   Hosts' Eric Readinger & Law Smith

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)In this heartfelt episode of How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with Hicunni, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing what it really felt like to launch my book, How to Live In Time: 33 Lessons Learned. This isn't just a celebration — it's a conversation about the courage it takes to show up imperfectly, the emotions that come with putting your story out there, and the lessons I learned in the process.Whether you're writing a book, starting a business, or simply showing up for yourself in midlife, this episode will remind you that it's okay to launch before you feel “ready.”In this episode, you'll learn:What really goes on behind the scenes of a book launchWhy waiting for perfection delays your purposeThe emotional rollercoaster of publishing your personal storyHow this book ties together everything I've shared on the podcast and in lifeSMART Goal of the Week:Take one bold, imperfect action this week toward something you've been putting off. Whether it's sending that email, publishing a post, or recording a short video — do it scared, do it messy, but do it. Then let me know so I can celebrate with you! (message me: yourcoach@timeforwellnessllc.com)If you haven't already, grab your copy of the book:

Most people are failing at their goals because they've been taught the wrong way to set them. ⁠Buy Now: Big Goals: The Science of Setting Them, Achieving Them, and Creating Your Best Life by Caroline Miller⁠ In this transformative episode, Caroline Miller, a leading expert in goal setting and positive psychology, exposes the fatal flaws of the widely accepted SMART goals approach. Caroline reveals the difference between learning goals and performance goals, explains why most people are stuck with "zombie goals," and offers a revolutionary, evidence-backed method for achieving big, life-changing goals. Through powerful stories and actionable insights, she shows you how to cultivate resilience, unlock your true potential, and shield your dreams from those who unknowingly sabotage them. This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to achieve their biggest ambitions without falling into the trap of mediocrity. Connect with Caroline Buy Now: Big Goals: The Science of Setting Them, Achieving Them, and Creating Your Best Life by Caroline Miller www.carolinemiller.com Contact ANI ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠negotiateanything.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!

I host an accountability & mastermind call every Monday for the SMART Cleaning Tribe. We are a family of cleaning service owners with teams (that used to be solo). I'm the architect of this group of amazing people, always looking for the 1% that desires to set monthly SMART goals and be held accountable to their achievement. Check out the episode "The Accountability Roadmap" to learn more about the 1% clubWe had an interesting discussion this past week on the topic of client scope creep. This is when your original housecleaning scope of work increases with the changing dynamics of the family or home. We went around the group sharing how we each deal with this. Toward the end of this discussion, one of our members hit a home run. Kate Sloan is the owner of Chicka Chicka Broom, which services Montgtomery, MN. She said. "I train my clients." Obviously, I could not let that slip through the cracks and asked her to explain. Kate contrasted the typical house cleaner to the perceived in-home experts such as electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and HVAC technicians. "Why are they viewed as experts and get expert-level prices and many devalue cleaners wanting to pay the minimum?"The answer is simple. Most clients are moms with cleaning experience. They can clean, therefore they don't see our craft as a specialty. Plumbers and electricians do work that the mom cannot do, therefore they are experts and can charge expert prices. One of the best ways to level-up as a cleaner to an expert or specialist is to acquire specialized knowledge. One example is taught in my "9 Mistakes in Disinfecting". If 90% of our clients are disinfecting incorrectly and we know how to do it right to protect their families, our value increases. This is the process to becoming the expert and separating from the typical cleaner.One further point on mastery comes from Malcolm Gladwell's "Outliers" book. He claims that it takes 10,000 hours to acquire expert status at any task. If you clean 40 hours per week, 50 weeks per year, you can achieve mastery in 5 years! Many of us have achieved this. Not many moms have, no matter how long they've been cleaning. What if they clean 2 hours per day and 6 days per week? It would take over 16 years to reach mastery. Some moms have achieved this and most have not.Make sure to study this episode as it holds a vital key in pricing to start earning you top income as a solo cleaner. 

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Are you avoiding planning for retirement because it feels overwhelming? You're not alone. In this episode of The Retirement Learning Lab, host Van Richards tackles retirement anxiety head-on with practical, actionable strategies to transform your financial future.Recent surveys show a troubling 79% of Americans believe we face a retirement crisis, with the median retirement account balance for households ages 55-64 at just $185,000. But Van explains why it's never too late to start building confidence about your financial future, whether you're 33 (the average age of first-time investors) or already nearing retirement.In this information-packed episode, you'll discover:The four specific areas of retirement concern you must plan for (healthcare costs, housing expenses, daily assistance, and long-term care)How to transform retirement anxiety into empowered action using a proven SMART frameworkPractical steps to create a complete financial inventory and get your documents organizedThe "tax triangle" strategy that helps minimize your tax liability in retirementWhy two-thirds of Americans retire earlier than planned (and how to prepare for this possibility)Van shares relatable analogies, including the Interstate 10 bridge across Louisiana's Atchafalaya Swamp, to illustrate why many people feel like they're starting retirement "on empty" - and how proper planning can help you reach the other side with confidence.Whether you're worried about outliving your savings or just don't know where to begin, this episode offers clear, actionable steps to start your journey from retirement insecurity to financial confidence. Van breaks down overwhelming concepts into manageable steps and provides practical advice that anyone can implement, regardless of their current savings situation.Download the free Retirement Document Checklist mentioned in this episode at richardsfinancialplanning.com to start organizing your retirement paperwork today.Note: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or tax advice. Please consult with qualified professionals for advice specific to your situation.

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ROI! ROI Podcast™ hosted by Law Smith @LawSmithWorks and Eric Readinger... Here's the episode description we def typed up   Law Smith and Eric Readinger gab about a hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the Two Bears 5K race in Tampa, featuring unexpected celebrity encounters, comedic mishaps, and wild stories. In this episode of ROI Podcast®, Law breaks down his day running through Raymond James Stadium, meeting comedians like Bert Kreischer and Tom Segura, and navigating a chaotic event with their signature humor. From his American flag speedo shorts to interactions with professional athletes and media personalities, this episode is a laugh-out-loud journey through a day in the life of Law Smith. Discover the unfiltered stories, celebrity gossip, and comedic insights that make ROI Podcast® a must-listen for comedy fans and pop culture enthusiasts. Keywords: ROI Podcast, Law Smith, Bert Kreischer, Two Bears 5K, Tampa comedy, celebrity race, comedy podcast, sports event   comedy podcast entertainment celebrities athletes humor tampa florida running event viral content bert kreischer tom segura sports stadium experience networking celebrity race social media influencers live performance stand-up comedy podcast culture entertainment industry personal stories humor storytelling viral moments celebrity encounters media personalities live event behind-the-scenes comedy scene pop culture entertainment podcast AI tools, entrepreneurship, tax preparation, content creation, business technology, productivity hacks, ChatGPT, digital innovation, ai tools business productivity chatgpt tax preparation website creation content generation entrepreneurship digital innovation tech strategies startup growth ai marketing ai productivity ai content creation business technology workflow optimization digital transformation ai tools for entrepreneurs ai business solutions tech innovation ai content marketing ai productivity hacks digital business strategies ai website development ai tax strategies tech entrepreneurship digital productivity tools   Episode sponsored by @ZUPYAK  https://www.Zupyak.com → promo code → SWEAT @Flodesk -50% off https://flodesk.com/c/AL83FF @Incogni remove you personal data from public websites 50% off https://get.incogni.io/SH3ve @SQUARESPACE website builder → https://squarespacecircleus.pxf.io/sweatequity @CALL RAIL call tracking → https://bit.ly/sweatequitycallrail @LINKEDIN PREMIUM - 2 months free! → https://bit.ly/sweatequity-linkedin-premium @OTTER.ai → https://otter.ai/referrals/AVPIT85N   Hosts' Eric Readinger & Law Smith

In 15 years of solo cleaning, over 75 families have hired me to clean for them. However, I sold my business with 17. What happened to the others? It's simple. This is a seasonal service for some and a lifetime for others. I never tried to figure that out. I just served. I have lots of experience getting "let go", "moved on", "fired", etc. Some let me know face-to-face with a month's notice. Some stopped immediately through email, phone, or text. Others just disappeared (literally a UFO got 'em)! There was only one time that I fired myself. For the sake of privacy, we'll call this customer "Bob".Bob worked from home as a consultant and his family lived in a beautiful 4,000+ square foot home in a new development. They had a son 1-year older than my son, Kenny. Bob and I had awesome conversations and many were from opposing viewpoints. Some were political and some were religious. We had a mutual respect for each other and our beliefs. The cleaning itself was tough. The master shower had two glass doors, the kitchen island was 15 feet long, and the oven was HUGE! The knobs on the range top would turn to the 'On' position on a hairpin trigger, so I always had to check to the level of OCD to make sure the gas was off. On November 2, 2016, I cleaned and didn't do a good job inspecting!When I got home, there was a text from Bob's wife. She is stressed out as the gas was left on for at least 6 hours after I left and she had to call to get help to make sure it was safe. Thankfully, everything was okay. But the family was in shock and I was feeling a level of guilt I've never felt in all my years in this business. **Cleaners** I urge you to check the oven knobs every time you leave!You'll have to listen to the episode, but here's what happened. I fired myself. When Bob and his wife talked over what they should do, he came to me and just wanted to have another civil conversation. I had prayed and thought about it for a whole day and literally told Bob. "I am SO sorry. This is literally a irreconcilable offense. I put myself in your place with your wife and son as my own. If a cleaner had done that in my home, I would lose all trust and fire them immediately. I think you should do the same. I don't want to lose your business, but I want to do the right thing." Bob was amazed. "Ken, I respect you for your response and care of my family." Ultimately, they did let me go and they should have. I talk about building trust. In this case, I lost all of my trust in the turning of one oven gas knob. I knew it would be harder to go from a 1 Trust Factor to the 10 I had before THAN getting a new client at 6 and getting to 10. After the smoke cleared, I remained friends with Bob. We still connect to this day and he left a glowing review of my cleaning service on Google.

Can strategic account planning be the missing piece in your sales success puzzle?   This episode of the Sales Today podcast pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to move from scattershot selling to a focused, strategic approach that drives results.   Account plans often get dismissed as corporate red tape - but when used right, they're your GPS for navigating complex deals with confidence.   Discover how a well-crafted account plan becomes more than a static document - it turns into a powerful ally that fuels every move you make.   Find out why most plans fall flat, and uncover the six pillars that set the foundation for a winning strategy - starting with setting SMART goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.   Gain the tools to map your stakeholder ecosystem, understand influence and power dynamics, and ensure you're always one step ahead in high-stakes conversations.   Whether wrestling with clunky templates or feeling directionless in your sales efforts, this episode delivers actionable strategies to sharpen your planning, deepen your impact, and close more deals - ethically and effectively.   Tune in and start turning your account plans into serious sales assets.    Follow me https://linktr.ee/fredcopestake   Take the  Collaborative Selling Scorecard https://collaborativeselling.scoreapp.com/   Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/tZF9W_bbw7Q 

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)Before May Begins: A Mindful Pause for Midlife RenewalIn this episode of How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with Hicunni, it's April 30th—the final day of the month—and today is your mindful pause before May begins—a chance to reflect, release, and reset with intention.Grab your smoothie or cup of tea and join the conversation. Let's Go!SMART Goal: Write down 3 lessons or patterns you noticed in April. Then choose 1 intention to focus on in May.Affirmation: “I release the need to rush. I trust the timing of my growth.”Thank you for subscribing to How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with HicunniSupport the showText: "LIST" To 864-406-9109 For Certified Mind Body Eating & Fitness Coaching Services

Humans are a collection of their daily habits, which ultimately affect their health and long-term risk for disease. Sandra and Rob discuss the power of celebrating your small wins and how important it is to just keep improving with small, consistent, incremental changes.Resources:Stages of Change for Behaviour Changehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10170434/ Prochaska, James O.; Velicer, Wayne F. (September 1997). "The transtheoretical model of health behavior change" (PDF). American Journal of Health Promotion. 12 (1): 38–48. doi:10.4278/0890-1171-12.1.38. PMID 10170434. S2CID 46879746. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2010-06-02.Ep 53 SMART Goals - https://youtu.be/TQGTg8HsKwYEp 93 Toni Toledo, RD - PathPod, Positive Approaches to Health - https://youtu.be/TQGTg8HsKwYEp 74. Craving Change with Wendy Shah, RD https://youtu.be/NOlCc7eqsj0Ep 107. Food is Medicine with Dr. Wesley McWhorter https://youtu.be/doju3guWHyc RD Books mentioned:The Obstacle is the Way - Ryan HolidayPower of Habits - Charles DuhiggAtomic Habits - James ClearGetting Things Done - David AllenEnjoying the show? Consider leaving a 5 star review, and/or sharing this episode with your friends and family :)Sign up for our newsletter on our website for weekly updates and other fun info. You can also visit our social media pages. We're on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Your support helps fuel the stoke and keeps the show going strong every week. Thanks!Website: www.mywifethedietitian.comEmail: mywifetherd@gmail.com

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This is a story that will cost a cleaning supplier a lot of money. First of all, I hope you all know me by now. I am not vindictive. I did not have a bad experience with the company I'm going to mention. However, I chose to do my 3-stars out of 5 review to the world because it will illustrate a vital lesson on the lifetime value of a client. I purchased my Mosquito Carbon Lite vacuum cleaner from my friend Joshua Burnstein, owner of Sawgrass Cleaning Solutions, Boynton Beach, FL. Joshua is a authorized distributor for Mosquito, which he does as a side hustle. I now use him exclusively to take care of my vacuum needs. But I almost didn't and here's what happened.My Mosquito has a uniquely designed tapered hose to maximize power and flow for my 160 cfm motor! That's nerd talk, but it means my vacuum really sucks! All of my hoses start to wear down after 2 years. They tear between the ribs and I have to cut a piece off to keep it working. This particular hose has been cut a dozen times to the point where it's barely long enough to vacuum with. I put off ordering a new part from Josh as he told me the replacement part is $100 with shipping! When I could wait no longer, I did a Google search to see if I could get the part cheaper anywhere else. There were a few at $100 and one at $45, which ranked high on Google SEO. It seemed like a reputable supplier, Salamone Supplies out of Menomonee Falls, WI. I researched the company and found the part I needed on the website for a great price. I told Josh and he was highly suspicious as he knew the part wholesaled for $80 on the low side. He wished me good luck. I apologized for jumping ship as I had to try. I ordered the part. To the credit of the company, they contacted me via email and was kind and cordial in their replies. They received the order, but soon realized that they had the two parts mixed up on their website. The part I ordered for $45 had the part number and picture correct for the part I needed, but they had the wrong price listed. They emailed me to let me know of the mistake and asked if I'd like to receive the $45 incorrect part or the part I needed for their price of $90 + shipping. Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School podcast

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)Awakening in April: Midlife Renewal Starts HereIn this episode of How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with Hicunni, we're tapping into the energy of this season. April isn't just about spring cleaning your home—it's about awakening your inner world, especially in midlife.Grab your smoothie or cup of tea and join the conversation. Let's Go!Support the showText: "LIST" To 864-406-9109 For Certified Mind Body Eating & Fitness Coaching Services

In "Keys to Solo Longevity I", I established a few foundational principles. First of all, there is a clear difference in a Ford and a Honda. I prefer my cleaning machine to operate more like a Honda. They last longer and require less maintenance... and I shared this from my experience having owned 4 Fords and 8 Hondas in 30 years. Secondly, we deconstructed the domination and longevity of all-time sports greats Tom Brady, Cal Ripken, Jr., Serena Williams, and Roger Federer. Each of these greats believed very deeply that we will get out of our machines what we put into them. I shared the sleeping, dietary, and exercise training routines of each. Serena valued strength training through HIIT, while her male counterpart in tennis Roger Federer valued 12 hours of sleep per day. Cal valued exercise and strength training more after each birthday, which helped him to become MLB's Iron Man. Tom does everything. He's a cyborg. Can we emulate what these peak performers have done? We can try! In this episode, I will share my own health journey and winning routines. It's my hope that you can make a small change and stay consistent over time so you can reap the rewards of a long solo cleaning career.Step aside Tom Brady and Serena Williams. Here comes Ken Carfagno. My professional solo cleaning career started at 28. At this point, my solo cleaning stats are ranked #1 in the industry. I guess that makes me the G.O.A.T., which means I'll be inducted into the Solo Cleaning Hall of Fame. Oh, you didn't know about that... did you?! Maybe I'll start it. Anyway, I'm still in the field cleaning every week, but no where near what I used to do solo. I'm 45-years-old and have dealt with my share of ups and downs. I've torn both meniscus in my knees, a tendon in my right elbow, and sprained my left wrist. Injury has been difficult. I've dealt with major fatigue, nausea, vertigo, and brain fog in my 8 year battle against Chronic Lyme Disease. I know what chronic symptoms are like and have fought through them. I have woken up at 6am to clean all day after no sleep as we raised 5 babies over the years. They tend to keep you from sleep. I share this to relate to you. I have been there, yet I have been consistent for 17 years. What has set me apart? I believe it's several daily habits.Sleep - I agree with Roger Federer that sleep is vital. Outside of my late cleaning nights or sleepless baby nights, I have disciplined myself to follow the advice in Shawn Stevenson's book "Sleep Smarter". I firmly believe that sleep is the foundation of a great day. I believe it is a keystone or cornerstone habit. It's the one ring that controls the others. I don't always hit this goal. I aim to wind down from the day, cut the screens off, take my nighttime vitamins, and get to sleep by 10:30pm and wake up by 6:30am. That's 8 hours on an ideal night.Water & Vitamins - I drink 2 pints of purified water or around 30 ounces first-thing! This gives my internals a morning bath and gets things moving (if you know what I mean). I also take my morning vitamins including a multivitamin, Omega 3, Vitamin D, NAC, and possibly other supplements that were part of a healing protocol of the time.Bible - I love starting my day with my Creator by listening to the bible while I exercise, get ready, shower. I also enjoy reading the bible or a devotional and praying. This sets my day toward others with gratitude.Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

ROI! ROI Podcast™ hosted by Law Smith @LawSmithWorks and Eric Readinger... Here's the episode description we fo sho wrote and not a tool: Dive into the world of AI-driven innovation with Law Smith and Eric Readinger as they explore game-changing tech tools that are transforming business, creativity, and productivity. In this episode, discover insider tips on using AI for tax preparation, website creation, content generation, and entrepreneurial strategies. From navigating complex tax software to leveraging cutting-edge AI platforms like ChatGPT and Suno, this podcast offers practical insights for entrepreneurs, creators, and tech enthusiasts looking to stay ahead of the curve. Learn how to streamline your workflow, generate unique content, and unlock new possibilities in the digital landscape – all with a side of humor and real-world experience. How to create a bionic man, the demise of their YouTube channel, and the challenges of doing taxes. Law Smith announced headlining comedy shows at St Pete Beach and Clearwater. They discussed using AI tools like Web.ai, Modify.ai, and ChatGPT for website creation, image generation, and tax assistance. They also mentioned the need to rebrand their podcast and the potential of using Patreon for support. Additionally, they shared personal anecdotes, including Law Smith's preparation for comedy shows and their experiences with AI and historical maps.   AI tools, entrepreneurship, tax preparation, content creation, business technology, productivity hacks, ChatGPT, digital innovation, ai tools business productivity chatgpt tax preparation website creation content generation entrepreneurship digital innovation tech strategies startup growth ai marketing ai productivity ai content creation business technology workflow optimization digital transformation ai tools for entrepreneurs ai business solutions tech innovation ai content marketing ai productivity hacks digital business strategies ai website development ai tax strategies tech entrepreneurship digital productivity tools   Episode sponsored by @ZUPYAK  https://www.Zupyak.com → promo code → SWEAT @Flodesk -50% off https://flodesk.com/c/AL83FF @Incogni remove you personal data from public websites 50% off https://get.incogni.io/SH3ve @SQUARESPACE website builder → https://squarespacecircleus.pxf.io/sweatequity @CALL RAIL call tracking → https://bit.ly/sweatequitycallrail @LINKEDIN PREMIUM - 2 months free! → https://bit.ly/sweatequity-linkedin-premium @OTTER.ai → https://otter.ai/referrals/AVPIT85N   Hosts' Eric Readinger & Law Smith

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)Move More: How to Make Daily Movement a Ritual in MidlifeIn this episode of How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with Hicunni, we dive into the art of making movement a daily ritual — not just a task to check off. Midlife isn't about intensity—it's about consistency, sustainability, and joy. Discover how building a mindful movement practice, even in small bursts, can energize your days and support your long-term health.You'll learn:✅ Why movement as a ritual is more sustainable than routine✅ How micro-movements can improve your energy and mindset✅ Ways to make movement a part of your natural daily rhythmSMART Goal:Pick one daily time slot to move for at least 5–10 minutes, and treat it like a sacred appointment with yourself.

This 2-part podcast was inspired by a Solo Cleaning School Elite member, Dave Reeks. Dave started implementing the ISO Model in early 2022, operating The Finest Clean in South Wales, Australia. I am so proud of his diligence and commitment. Dave has grown from an Initializer to the Stabilizer phase of the ISO Model in 6 months. I recently did an Optimizer's Workshop with him to help him hit his next goal. He is a male solo cleaner like I was and growing quickly with almost 20 house cleaning customers in a short time. Dave recognized the need to keep his body operating at peak performance and wondered if I had any tips for other solo cleaners. Thank you Dave for this question! Yes! I do. I was a solo cleaner from age 28 to 44. There have been seasons of physical domination when I could stay up all night and clean and clean and clean. I have also struggled with fatigue, injury, and chronic disease. Regardless of the season, I had no choice but to keep going... and I did. In this initial episode, we will deconstruct the habits of multiple peak performers from professional sports to learn from them. Then in the second episode, I also will share several keys to solo longevity that I have learned along the way from my triumphs and struggles.  I believe this will help all cleaning companies as we all have people cleaning, whether it is us or a team we've hired.Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor. I am sharing what I've personally done for cleaning longevity. See your doctor before making any major changes to your routine. Baseline your level of health now and set goals on where you'd like to go. Use this podcast as a guide.Let's start with an analogy that takes me down vehicle memory lane. The joke in high school was that Ford stood for "fix or repair daily" and "fails on race day". My friends with Hondas boasted on their longevity and reliability. Hondas were the gold standard. My cars from age 16 to now have been in this order: Honda, Ford, Ford, Mitsubishi, Honda, Honda, Honda, Honda, Ford, Honda, Ford. Isn't that funny. I've owned 6 Hondas and 4 Fords. I won't go over every detail on our cars as that is probably boring. I will just say this. All of my cars have been great. I have so many memories from each. But I do generally agree after owning 4 Fords and 8 Hondas (my wife owned 2 Honda Odysseys) that the Hondas are way more reliable and spend less time in the shop. Sure there were some duds. We had an Odyssey that lasted 2 years and needed a new engine at 150,000 miles. We own a Ford Fiesta with 100,000 miles and a Honda Pilot with 140,000 miles and both are running great. But there is not doubt that our Hondas have been cheaper to operate and lasted a lot longer as 5 of the 8 were over 200,000 miles when we got rid of them.Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)In this episode of How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with Hicunni, we dive into the powerful practice of pairing gentle fasting with slow, intentional eating. This isn't about restrictions—it's about creating space for your body to thrive.You'll learn:✅ The benefits of incorporating light fasting into your weekly rhythm✅ How slowing down your meals can improve digestion, satiety, and mindfulness✅ A guided tool you can start using today: my Mindful Eating Meditation on Insight Timerhttps://insighttimer.com/itscoachkeenie/guided-meditations/mindful-eating-meditation-9SMART Goal: This week, fast for 12 hours between your last meal of the day and breakfast the next morning. When you eat, practice 5 minutes of mindful, slow eating to reconnect with your body and hunger cues.Support the showText: "LIST" To 864-406-9109 For Certified Mind Body Eating & Fitness Coaching Services

Ditch Smart Goals—Set Stupid Ones with Verl Workman   Tired of chasing “realistic” growth that never moves the needle? Verl Workman says it's time to get stupid.   In this game-changing episode, Verl—a speaker, author, and the CEO of Workman Success Systems—shares how the most successful agents scale their businesses using “stupid goals,” team specialization, and strategic systems that run without them.  

Last week I kicked off a 11-part Retention Series for the Smart Cleaning School Here's the basic question. What good is it to only teach you GET great customers if you can't KEEP them?!It makes no sense at all. You're right! That's why I'm compiling these episodes for you over the next few months. I highly encourage you to study these and implement them.​Do you know that retention is one of the major factors that investors look at when evaluating your business for sale? This is one of the reasons I sold my first solo business for so much money. Here's the point. This is important!Do you enjoy this teaching? Would you like to join the Solo Elite Membership to get access to the full lessons every week plus have access to our community of like-minded optimizing solo cleaners? I hope to see you inside the membership. Are you more interested in coaching, taking action, and personal accountability? Check out our coaching options as well. 

In this episode, we sit down with top-producing real estate agent Hannah Pannetti from Cleveland, Ohio. She shares how she plans to scale her business from 135 to 235 transactions in 2025 and the pivotal mindset shifts that made it possible. From implementing hybrid farming to revamping her database and staying accountable to her goals, Hannah gets real about the strategies that are driving her success.  

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)272. Updates - The Midlifer Way✅ 56 areas around the world?✅ Listen for the shoutouts!✅Huge thanks :)Call to Action:Subscribe!Mentions:Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=720770Support the showText: "LIST" To 864-406-9109 For Certified Mind Body Eating & Fitness Coaching Services

I learned about SMART Goals from Brian Tracy almost 30 years ago. SMART goals are specific, measurable, actionable, relevant and time-bound. How's your goal-setting going? Some background on Brian Tracy's method. My methodology on Record - Review - Remove. ------- Like this episode? SUBSCRIBE on Apple, Spotify or Google. See all Content Inc episodes at the Content Inc. podcast home. Get my personal newsletter today and receive my free goal-setting guide today.  

I have discovered through losing dozens of clients over the years that they cancel service for 3 reasons. Would you like to know what they are? Here's the summary.Quality - Whether you fail to meet your expectations or theirs, they will perceive you are not a good cleaner and fire you.Character - This prevents the customer from building trust with you, the solo cleaner, and the brand of your company. If they lose trust, they lose you.Circumstances - People move. They start families. They lose jobs and have babies. Things change. The cleaner is downstream from all of these life changes and you will get the axe.Do you enjoy this teaching? Would you like to join the Solo Elite Membership to get access to the full lessons every week plus have access to our community of like-minded optimizing solo cleaners? I hope to see you inside the membership. Are you more interested in coaching, taking action, and personal accountability? Check out our coaching options as well. 

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)Stay Hydrated: How Water Nourishes Your Body and MindIn this episode of How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with Hicunni, we're diving into one of the simplest yet most powerful wellness habits—hydration. Many people underestimate the impact of water on their energy, digestion, and even mental clarity. But staying hydrated isn't just about drinking more water; it's about being mindful of how water fuels your body and supports your overall well-being.You'll Learn:✅ Why hydration is essential for your energy, metabolism, and brain function.✅ How to recognize signs of dehydration before it slows you down.✅ Simple, practical ways to increase your daily water intake without feeling overwhelmed.SMART Goal:This week, track your water intake and aim for at least 8 cups per day. Pay attention to how it affects your mood, energy, and focus. Small changes in hydration can lead to big improvements in how you feel!Ready to refresh your body and mind? Grab your smoothie or cup of tea and join the conversation. Let's Go!Listen to the full podcast episode here.Support the showText: "LIST" To 864-406-9109 For Certified Mind Body Eating & Fitness Coaching Services

What if I told you there's one thing that can instantly boost your performance, skyrocket your confidence, and make every practice count? Spoiler: it's simpler than you think. In this episode, I dive into the game-changing power of setting intentions and how it can transform your athletic journey. Whether you're on the field, court, or track, this tip will help you get the most out of every moment. Ready to level up? Let's go!What's Covered in This EpisodeThe secret to maximizing your performance (hint: it's all about setting intentions).Why simply showing up to practice isn't enough and how to take control of your growth.A heartfelt shoutout to Alyssia and her daughters, who are crushing it with goal-setting in our Elite Mental Game program.The SMART Goals framework broken down: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-Oriented.How setting goals builds confidence and keeps you focused during practices and games.Practical tips to make goal-setting a habit (yes, it's easier than you think!).Why defining success through goals is the key to tracking progress and staying motivated.Your step-by-step action plan to start setting intentions like a pro.If you've ever felt like you're putting in the work but not seeing the results, this episode is for you. I share actionable strategies to help you take ownership of your performance, build unshakable confidence, and make every practice count. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out, this tip will change the way you approach your sport and your life.Don't just show up, level up. Hit play now to learn the one thing that can take your performance to the next level. Trust me, you don't want to miss this. Let's goEpisode Highlights: [00:00:00] Let's Get Started. What if I told you there's one thing that can instantly boost your performance, skyrocket your confidence, and make every practice count? Spoiler: it's simpler than you think.[00:00:23] The Power of Goals. In this episode, we're talking about why setting goals is the secret sauce to making your practices and games count. Trust me, this is a game-changer.[00:00:45] A Shoutout to Champions. Huge love to Alyssia and her daughters for absolutely crushing it with goal-setting in our Elite Mental Game program. Their progress is inspiring![00:01:33] Why Intentions Matter. Here's the truth. Without setting intentions, you risk showing up to practice and wasting time. Let's take control and make every moment count.[00:02:23] The SMART Goals Blueprint. I'm breaking down the SMART Goals framework, your ultimate guide to setting goals that actually work. Get ready to level up![00:04:19] Keep It Real. Your goals need to be realistic and achievable. Don't set yourself up for frustration, set yourself up for success.[00:05:28] Make It a Habit. Here's how to make goal-setting stick. Write it down, reflect after practice, and stay consistent. You've got this![00:06:37] Confidence Starts Here. Goal-setting builds confidence. Every small win proves you're capable of big things. Let's get those wins rolling![00:07:27] Define Your Success. Goals help you know if you're improving. And if you don't hit your goal? No worries, it's all part of the journey.[00:08:30] Your Action Plan. Set SMART goals, hold yourself accountable, and reflect after every practice or game. Let's make progress happen![00:08:53] Let's Keep Going. Thanks for tuning in! Share this with a teammate or coach, and let's keep raising elite competitors together. See you next time!Next Steps:Join our FREE Training for Sports Moms - How to Strengthen Your Athlete Daughter's Mental Game so She Believes in Herself as Much as&

Do you want prospects to find you and ask you for help or would you rather hunt for them and try to sell them? The first option is called a relational approach and the second is a transactional one. I created the original ISO Model Course in 2017 when I was in the hunt of optimizing my first solo cleaning company in Upstate New York.At this time, I was wrapping up a strategic process of earning more and working less so I could be with my family more. I never realized it would become a course for other solo cleaners out there. Some of my foundational lessons revolved around this concept of relational marketing with course modules such as “Real Marketing”, “Profile to Win”, “Price to Win”, and so on. Last month, I decided it was a good time to revamp the course to make it more relevant to 2025 by teaching weekly lessons in the Solo Elite Membership. In this episode, I am giving you a glimpse of my most recent lesson called “Profile to Win II”. The mindset in this clip is very important. Listen and then explore my business profiles and others in the industry. Study. Implement. Improve. 

This is not your father's Oldsmobile...it's Girthy! hosted by Law Smith @LawSmithWorks and Eric Readinger... Here's the episode description we def wrote and not a software robot typing it up: GIRTHY Podcast® hosted by Law Smith @LawSmithWorks & Eric Readinger - listen/watch the hilarious and unfiltered world of two entrepreneurs who aren't afraid to tackle life's challenges with raw humor and genuine insight. In this episode, Eric Readinger and Law Smith explore everything from personal weight loss journeys and Hollywood transformations to podcast branding struggles and mental health strategies. Packed with laugh-out-loud moments, unexpected tangents, and real talk about midlife experiences, this podcast offers a refreshing blend of comedy, business wisdom, and authentic storytelling. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, comedy fan, or just looking for some real-world advice served with a side of humor, this episode delivers entertainment and unexpected insights that will keep you engaged from start to finish. entrepreneurial podcast, comedy, personal growth, midlife humor, business insights, authentic storytelling   Episode sponsored by @ZUPYAK https://www.Zupyak.com → promo code → SWEAT @Flodesk -50% off https://flodesk.com/c/AL83FF @Incogni remove you personal data from public websites 50% off https://get.incogni.io/SH3ve @SQUARESPACE website builder → https://squarespacecircleus.pxf.io/sweatequity @CALL RAIL call tracking → https://bit.ly/sweatequitycallrail @LINKEDIN PREMIUM - 2 months free! → https://bit.ly/sweatequity-linkedin-premium @OTTER.ai → https://otter.ai/referrals/AVPIT85N   Hosts' Eric Readinger & Law Smith

On this episode of the podcast, Alex Becerra and Savannah Brown are talking all about setting and achieving financial wellness goals. Together they define SMART Goals and discuss the importance of establishing timelines for short, mid, and long-term goals. They also provide useful tips to help you track your goal progress, prioritize your goals, and explore different ways to make your savings grow… Because being proactive and setting smart goals to help you build financial freedom just makes Perfect Cents! To check out the resources highlighted in this episode visit the links below. SAFE Credit Union | SMART Goal Worksheet SAFE Credit Union | Debt Pay Down Methods SAFE Credit Union | Financial Habits Reflection To register for an upcoming Financial Wellness webinar visit: https://www.safecu.org/community/events To read the latest edition of SAFE's Beyond Everyday Banking blog visit: https://blog.safecu.org/ To learn more about SAFE Credit Union products and services visit: https://www.safecu.org/  To contact the podcast team, email Podcast@safecu.org

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)Cook More – Connect with Your Food by Preparing It YourselfCooking doesn't have to be complicated! In this episode of How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with Hicunni, we explore why preparing your own meals is one of the best things you can do for your health. Cooking more at home allows you to control ingredients, connect with your food, and nourish your body with whole, unprocessed meals.You'll learn:✅ How cooking more can improve your nutrition, save money, and reduce stress.✅ Easy ways to start cooking at home—even with a busy schedule.✅ Simple meal prep tips to make home cooking more convenient.SMART Goal:This week, commit to cooking at least three meals at home, even if they're simple!Ready to reconnect with your food?Grab your smoothie or cup of tea and join the conversation. Let's Go!Support the showText: "LIST" To 864-406-9109 For Certified Mind Body Eating & Fitness Coaching Services

Jeremy Haselwood joins The Positive Polarity Podcast this week to discuss discovering your EDGE. He and Dave dive into Jeremy's EDGE model and explore how to live with passion and purpose.

This month's Freedom Report starts with a clip from a call with Coach Josh. I had accomplished a lot in December as you heard in the last report, adding 5 new buildings and 1 new team member. The 5 buildings added $3,800 per month of new revenue and brought us to 13 buildings and 5 houses to delegate. The new team member would take 3 of the buildings, leaving a lot more still to delegate. I felt confident at the end of December that I could shift focus from marketing & sales to hiring. The #1 priority had to be working my way out of a job!In this clip, there are a few great quotes from Josh."We'll always be leaving money on the table. If we're so focused on getting all the money on the table, we'll never be the greatest at any one thing.""I have to choose the sanity of my team over the expansion of my business.""Just because you could pick up these clients doesn't mean you should.""You're eliminating margin when I don't think you have to."This conversation has been the hardest one for me in coaching. I'm amazed. The calls where we needed revenue and team members challenged me, but they were all answers that ended in 'yes'. This answer has to end in 'no'. I did focus on the team-building, training, and systems in January. That was how we'd get to Florida. Before I go there, let me share more about margin as that was such a vital lesson from this coaching call. I have made promises to my current 5 houses, 13 buildings, and 5 team members. My number one priority is to honor all those promises. I could do this with the time window, but we'd have little margin. Therefore, I made some key decisions in January. Decision 1 - I don't know what I'm going to do with house cleaning, but I decided to create some margin as I'm away in Florida by canceling my house cleaning while I'm gone. I will lose $800 in profit. I talked to each of my customers and 4 of the 5 are okay with it. The 5th house wanted a referral to another company that could fill in while I'm gone. I fully accept that I may lose this customer as a result. I am okay with it as I am going away from house cleaning and it's my least profitable house of 5. Removing 5 houses from my calendar for a month adds a lot of margin. In other words, it's less for me to think about while I'm gone.Decision 2 - I have three buildings that are monthly. I will not delegate those yet. I completed them at month-end and will clean them again with my kids after I get back. I just had to shift them back one week. This adds more margin as my 13 buildings and 5 houses is down to just 10 buildings. I actually gain about $300 profit as I don't have to delegate this work.Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

Text Us, We Love Hearing From You:)Eat Sweets Mindfully – Mindfully Enjoy Treats Without GuiltDo you feel guilty when eating sweets? It's time to change your mindset! In this episode of How To Be Fit Over 40: Midlife Conversations with Hicunni, we're diving into the importance of mindful eating—learning to enjoy treats without shame, restriction, or overeating.You'll learn:✅ How mindful eating helps you enjoy sweets in moderation without feeling out of control.✅ Simple ways to tune into your cravings and avoid emotional eating.✅ Why restriction often leads to bingeing and how to find balance instead.SMART Goal:This week, choose one sweet treat you love and eat it mindfully. Focus on the taste, texture, and experience—without guilt!Want to enjoy sweets without guilt? Grab your smoothie or cup of tea and join the conversation. Let's Go!Support the showText: "LIST" To 864-406-9109 For Certified Mind Body Eating & Fitness Coaching Services

Nothin' says lovin' like something from the oven... GIRTHY hosted by Law Smith @LawSmithWorks and Eric Readinger... Here's the episode description we totally wrote:   Let's Talk Fractional CMOs: What They Are and Why They're Awesome

I ended the November Freedom Report with peace. We had brought our plan to go to Florida to God and asked Him to show us the way. We had over 20 job applications come in with no new hires. I personally connected and made initial connection to 240 local office cleaning prospects and followed up with close to 100 phone calls to find out if they had a cleaner in house or outsourced and if they were happy. This lead to 7 interested prospects and 4 proposals sent. But the net result of all of this effort was 0 new team members and $0 in new revenue with 65 days left before Florida. Josh gave me a challenge. "1 & 1 and we're having fun." Can I add 1 new office and 1 new team member by the end of November. I recorded the November Freedom Report just prior to month end. Let me just say this. God answered our prayers and broke the dam loose! A lot has changed in 30 days!2 exciting things happened on November 30th. Around lunchtime, I got a call from the HR manager from one of the 4 proposals I sent to an insurance agency. They accepted my proposal, signed the contract, and wanted to start service on January 1st! And get this! It was one customer and two buildings for a total of $950 per month. I interviewed a promising candidate named Joanne the day before. I talked it over with my wife and Coach Josh. We decided to send Joanne a job offer on Tuesday afternoon. She accepted. For the first time in months, things were looking up. That's 1 new customer and 1 new employee. We met Josh's challenge of "1 & 1 and we're having fun" with hours to go in the month.We were ready for December... we thought. Let's do the bad first. I did a poor job with selecting Joanne. She worked with us one weekend. Her work was good, but something about the job wasn't a culture fit with Joanne. I can only speculate that she wanted complete autonomy sooner and that she didn't like the family business aspect. I had two of my kids working and helping me teach Joanne our cleaning system. Ultimately, I made a bad hire and this will happen a lot. I just need to keep working my hiring process to attract and repel for culture. Josh helped me work through so much of my hiring system in December.  He helped me turn a bad into a good! The clip for this month's Freedom Report is an epic step-by-step on what Josh is looking for and how he attracts them. Here's a recap of the elements of my hiring system we added in December. Josh also issued a new challenge. "2 & 2... it's only a few."​We added a 2nd job on Facebook and Indeed. The first was for "Weekend Side-Gig Office Cleaning". The second one we added was "Weeknight Side-Gig Office Cleaning". Josh predicted I'd get more applicants looking to do side work after their full-time job during the week. He was right. Our Indeed ads alone captured over 30 leads in December.I set up multi-step process to get to an interview. I had 5 no-shows in a row in November, then 1 that showed up after setting up a few hoops. I offered her a job in late November but she ghosted me. I had 7 more interviews in December with only 1 no-show or 8 total booked. Each of these candidates completed a 15 minute questionnaire, 15 minute DISC assessment, and 30 minute podcast sharing my company's culture (mission, vision, and values). I wanted to hire each one of them.Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

In this insightful episode, I dive into Habit 2 from the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People" – "Begin with the End in Mind." I explore the power of envisioning your desired future and aligning your daily actions to bring that vision to life. Episode Highlights: Vision-Driven Living: Discover how envisioning your future as a blueprint can guide everyday decisions and help you stay aligned with your ultimate goals. Career Pivot for Purpose: Learn why career changes can lead to fulfilling, purpose-driven work that leaves a lasting impact. Understanding Purpose-Driven Goals: I explore the internal motivations that drive our daily actions and the bigger aspirations that fuel long-term fulfillment. Why Build Purpose into Your Career? Learn how clarity of purpose can foster passion, persistence, and resilience, even amidst challenges. I share my journey of podcasting and how staying true to my 'why' helped overcome initial hurdles. Setting Your Vision: What mark do you want to leave in the world? Consider your ideal impact and let this vision steer your career choices. Skills, Passion, and Action Plan: Learn to identify your unique skills and passions, aligning them with a new career path. We discuss setting SMART goals, the importance of mentorship, and continuous learning. Reflect on what impact you want to make in your world starting today and how you can start aligning your actions to live a purposeful life every day. I encourage you to take the first step towards your vision today. Share your goals and progress within our community! Resources: "7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey Additional episodes:  EPISODE 33 SMART GOALS:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/33-why-setting-smart-career-goals-is-your-next-smart/id1713086617?i=1000654260167 EPISODE 25: Legacy-building careers https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/25-paving-the-way-for-others-legacy-building/id1713086617?i=1000651025161 Connect with Us: Website: www.lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com Instagram: @lifebeyondclinicalpractice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/104404906/admin/dashboard/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990 #CareerPivot #HealthProfessionals #HealthcareCareerChange #MindsetShift #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthcareLeadership #CareerCoaching #GrowthMindset #HealthcareProfessionals   Here are some Next STEPS: >>> Book a Strategy Call with Dr Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/strategy-call >>> Download the free Resource '7 Steps to Pivoting your Career with Confidence' www.lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com/signup >>> Join our free Online Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/ >>> Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-professional/id1713086617  

Many of our listeners are on a quest to improve their menopause symptoms and overall health, trying this and trying that. But as we all know, making lasting lifestyle changes can be tough—especially after cancer treatment. In this conversation, we explore how to turn good intentions into real, lasting habits that will help improve your health, reduce the risk of recurrence, and manage menopause symptoms.I speak with Nienke Lees, a GP who is passionate about lifestyle medicine and helping her patients succeed. We discuss the power of SMART goals and the three essential components of behaviour change that can help you build healthier routines in your daily life. If you've ever struggled with making changes to your diet, exercise, or overall habits, this episode is for you.Key Topics Covered:The challenges of making lifestyle changes after cancer treatmentNobody teaches us HOW to make changesThe importance of lifestyle medicine in managing menopause symptomsHow to set SMART goals to create lasting habitsThe three components of successful behavior changeEpisode Highlights:00:00 Intro.06:07 Overcoming Barriers to Healthy Eating12:52 Fixed vs. Growth Mindset14:35 Building Confidence Through Lifestyle Changes18:17 Overcoming Small Anxieties20:23 Understanding and Changing Deep-Rooted Behaviours32:12 Make your goals SMART34:42 Habit Rewards Must Align with Goals41:23 Climbing Your Health Ladder44:18 Prioritise Impactful ChangesConnect with us:For more information and resources visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org Or follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancerJoin our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub For more information on Dr. Nienke Lees, who is a medical doctor who offers health coaching alongside her work in the NHS, including a breast cancer recovery program, go here: https://www.thewholehealthmedic.co.uk/ or here on Instagram @thewholehealthmedic

I recorded "A New Freedom Vision" in May, just 6 months ago. It was a bold proclamation. I could not go to Florida for a month, while scheduled to clean 2 days per week. I had to grow a team. I interviewed Josh Melton for my podcast in June ("The Cleaning Road to Nineveh with Josh Melton") and immediately asked him to coach me. I was ready for the challenge and I was ready to show you all that I could do it. Let me cut right to it. It's 6 months later and we have 0 new clients and 0 new employees. In fact, we have at least $1,000 per month less in cash flow because our expenses went up as we've been building to scale. There are 3 topics to discuss on this episode and unfortunately, I don't have a clip from Coach Josh. His best stuff was on the final coaching call before Thanksgiving and it wasn't recorded. His call-out was tough and I'll share that first.Josh's Call Out!I have set out from the beginning of this journey in 2021 to grow my commercial cleaning company in the niche and model I choose. I want weekly, small office clients that I can stack up and complete on weekends. I don't want office cleaning to think about during the week. This preference has held me back from going after bigger revenue accounts or recommending to offices a multi-day pricing option of two. This fully surfaced when Josh was helping me with a quote for a 10,000 square foot showroom with offices. They have a cleaner twice per week that they want to replace. It has 6 restrooms and I'm positioning the price options to sell the weekly option to fit into the perfect schedule I want. Josh hit me hard with this. "Ken, what do you want? Your dream of Florida or your preferred business model? Make it work. Get the revenue. Clean however it comes. Weekly, twice weekly, 5x per week. More people want to work weeknights over weekends. Get up the job ads. Get to work and be scrappy. Make it happen. Just because you choose this now, it doesn't mean you need to keep it this way.  Don't choose your preferred business model over your dream. You need revenue. Your preferred business model is weekly offices on weekends. You don't want to work or operate your business on weeknights. I get that. I was like that too. I realized that more nights per week equals more revenue. I'd rather have less clients and more revenue. You're playing too small all in the name of keeping your preferred business model." This is so true that it stung big time. It's me trying to optimize my business when I'm still an initializer. Why do I keep doing this. I just need to get revenue and team members in the door. This conversation convinced me to offer one of my recent proposals 2 out of 3 options as twice weekly.  By the way, I never answered the question. I choose my dream! I told my wife and she agreed.Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

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In my last Freedom Report, I humbled myself with the reality of my situation. I'm striving for this New Freedom Vision, but two glaring blind spots were holding me back. Another month has gone by. How is it going? Short answer. Not good! I am going to share my update exactly as it happened and end with a clip from Coach Josh at the end of October with an encouraging word that helps me and will hopefully encourage you. We all need encouragement. I'm not above that because I happen to have a podcast and talk about cleaning. This scaling and building a team thing is new for me. I am bringing you my monthly results exactly as they've occurred to build you up and hopefully teach you something. Here's an outline of my month. I finally completed my Project 100 by my October 11th coaching call. The final tally looked like this. 239 total offices on my prospect list. 49 dental (21%), 69 medical (29%), 111 professional (46%), 10 industrial (4%). 99 are members of the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce where I'm the only cleaner. Josh wanted me to commit to a deadline for introducing myself and my business to every one of these businesses. I chose November 15th,  2021. The strategy was simple from Josh. "Ken, I'm going to guess that 4% of the businesses on this list and any list is currently not happy with their cleaner or actively looking for a new one. These are low-hanging fruit. If you'll just reach out and introduce yourself with a heart of generosity while at the same time promoting your cleaning company, those 4% will request quotes. That's 9 - 10 quotes. You can close 5 and hit your goal for Florida." I have seen this first-hand over the years. I have acquired a few offices because I was at the right place at the right time. I need to strategically put myself there again. This fired me up!I honestly assessed my goals with my coaches and my wife. I need 5 new offices and 5 more part-time team members to delegate my full cleaning business and equal the cash flow we currently earn. This is the minimum we need for a month in Florida. I'm simplifying this goal as the 5/5 plan. The 10/10 plan is double and makes Florida a lot more comfortable with about $2,000 in monthly cash flow over and above all of our bills. This makes Josh's challenge to contact all 239 to find the low-hanging fruit vital and a top priority for November 15th.As of my last coaching call with Josh in October, I had 100 initial introductions made to my chamber list. 2 requested quotes now. 2 requested quotes in January. 15 are satisfied with their cleaners and will keep me in mind. This is a great start. Josh challenged me to close the month of October, which only had a few days left to send out another 100 and add more to my list. The strategy would include a mixture of emails, direct phone calls, and personal visits to introduce myself in areas where I already have clients. I also collected 2 more customer testimonials to assist in this local marketing approach. The goal is simple. Keep introducing myself. Keep adding new offices as there are at least 50 offices that were missed through my Google and chamber search methods. I fully expect to do initial introductions to 300 businesses by November 15th. This should lead to 12 quote requests and 5-6 new clients in November and December. But there are no guarantees and I have Coach Josh to direct me through each step without me overthinking everything. I need one thing working and that's ACTION!Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

September is in the books. It's time for another business update. Afterward, I'll share a clip from our final coaching call from September to close out the summer. Now that October is here, it's time to crank it down! I have 4 months left to build and delegate my cleaning company before my self-imposed deadline of February 1, 2022. I'm going to come right out and admit. I did NOT hit my goal for September and I know why. I got lazy. If you've followed this podcast since the beginning, I've been building my marketing machine using Google My Business, Facebook, and local networking. It's worked very well to the tune of $60,000 in increased revenues solo in 2020. I was working my marketing hard. My pipeline grew and I reaped the benefit in 2021. I hit my optimizer goal as a solo cleaner by January 2021 earning $70,000 profit on 2 days cleaning per week. I stopped marketing and simply helped anyone that found me through my marketing machine. This generated more house and office leads that I really didn't care if I got or not. Then June happened and I got A New Freedom Vision. I hired Coach Josh and it was time to scale my business with a team. I have shared with you that I built out a few systems over the summer including a hiring and payroll system, a financial system using Quickbooks Online, and a simple office cleaning training system. I also built my foundation with mission, vision, and values (see "Introducing the C3 Experience"). My cleaning business was now ready to grow with a solid foundation and the beginning of the systems that I'll need to support a $300,000 revenue business.I had offices and house inquiries coming in, so I'd answer them and select which I wanted to bid on. I mentioned to friends personally and in network meetings that I was hiring and was referred a few people. I hired one of them. I was growing today off of yesterday's work. But I wasn't doing today's work by building my pipeline for tomorrow. We as entrepreneurs allow this to happen and don't realize it until your leads dry up.  This happened to me in September. I realized it on my own and shared it with Coach Josh. By the way, I was supposed to complete his coaching homework to create a Project 100 in a week back in July. It took me 6 weeks to make this list of 100 offices I'd like to clean. Why did it take so long? I was arrogant thinking that I had a pipeline that I didn't see was drying up. This was my first major blind spot in September.Read the rest of this article at the Smart Cleaning School website

This month we are focusing on Habit 2: Vision & Goal Setting.My goal is to help you build habits peacefully so that you can impact your world powerfully.In the Hello Mornings Daily Podcast, I share a simple tip based on our monthly theme and then I close the podcast with our 3-Minute Morning Routine.THE 3-MINUTE MORNINGGod Time: Pray Psalm 143: 8 (Minute 1)Plan Time: Prayerfully Review Your Calendar  (Minute 2)Move Time: Take 5-10 Deep Breaths (Minute 3)That's it! Adjust as needed and use as your pathway to a growing morning habit!Want to go deeper with our workshops, journals, Bible Studies and accountability ? Join The Hello Mornings Academy, where we help Christian women build habits and reach goals peacefully so they can impact their world powerfully.GOODIES: Click here to download our FREE morning routine goodies.COMMUNITY: Click here to learn more about the Hello Mornings Academy.BOOK: Click here to get the Hello Mornings BookCheering you on,❤️ Kat Lee   

Send us a textWelcome to the Self-Reflection Podcast. I'm your host, Lira Ndifon, and today we're exploring the power of setting intentions for personal growth. Join me as we uncover how to harness your inner strength and create the life you desire.This episode focuses on the impact of setting intentions on our well-being. We'll discuss conscious intention setting, aligning desires with values, and the importance of consistency. We'll also address overcoming limiting beliefs and cultivating self-belief.I'll share personal stories and practical tips on setting clear intentions, emphasizing self-reflection. We'll explore visualization, creating a mental picture of your goals, and how the SMART goals framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) can empower you.We'll also discuss aligning intentions with values, actions, and behaviors for a more authentic journey. Celebrating milestones is key, and we'll explore how this reinforces positive momentum. Finally, we'll touch on the importance of flexibility and self-compassion when navigating life's unexpected turns.We'll discuss daily, weekly, and monthly check-ins and using tools like journaling. I'll share my intention for the month and challenge you to choose one area for intentional focus this week. Whether it's healing, fitness, or mindfulness, commit to it consistently.Thank you for joining me. I hope this episode inspires you to harness the power of intention setting. Remember, it's about actively creating a better future.Like, follow, and subscribe to the Self-Reflection Podcast on all platforms. Your support is invaluable. Grab your copy of "Awaken Your True Self" on Amazon. Until next time, be kind to yourself and keep reflecting.Support the show

There is so much to dig into for this month's update of my personal cleaning company. If you're new to this show, here's the quick version. I've been a solo house and office cleaner for most of my 16 years in business. I have a system that initializes, stabilizes, and optimizes solo cleaning companies to create over $50k profit per year on a few days per week. In fact, I've done it twice. My first solo cleaning business was in Upstate New York from 2005 - 2018. I optimized this company to create $55k profit per year on 2 cleaning days per week without employees. The company was 90% residential and 10% commercial. I sold this company in 2018 for $80k and moved back home to Montgomery County, PA. We have since built a second solo cleaning business to $70k profit per year on 2 cleaning days per week. This new company is 75% commercial and 25% residential. As amazing as this sounds and it has been, our family wanted more. Our coaches and mentors challenged us to follow our dream as a homeschooling family. We had a New Freedom Vision and booked a house on the Gulf Coast of Florida for a month next winter! We wanted to go from $70k profit on 2 days per week to 0 days! This requires a team and systems. As an engineer, I love systems. But I've resisted them as a solo as I viewed them as tedious. Thankfully, I've hired Coach Josh to walk me into our dream. Josh is a co-owner at Athens Cleaning in Athens, GA. He is a fast-growing commercial cleaning company serving small, professional offices with professional workers. This podcast feature is a monthly peak into my own company, Carfagno Commercial Cleaning, as we build our business with systems and team members in order to start living our dream. August Update:The first week of August was my trip to Nashville for Podcast Movement 2021. This was a great trip for me personally and professionally. I had lots of down time to think, plus numerous opportunities to meet new people and build better relationships with podcasters I already knew. The biggest takeaway had nothing to do with my podcast. On Thursday night, my buddy Vincent and I figured out a way to map out our businesses on a simple 3 x 3 grid. We started with the basic 2 x 2 grid of drama vs profit from Why I Fired My First Client. All we did was add a middle scaling option. The analysis revealed so much to me as it confirmed what I was already feeling. My goal is to simplify every area of my life, so that I can create more memories with my family and art for my community and disciple my family. I needed simple. Of the various income-producing efforts I am involved in, a few emerged as most profitable with least time and drama. All house cleaning is OUT and all small, professional office cleaning is IN! This was a vitally reflective process that will allow me to hyper niche with my coach and go crush it in small, professional, essential offices in my area. If you'd like to learn how to do this with your business, reach out to me on my website and request a free call.Now that I had my niche, I could go to work on completing my Project 100. This is a specific list of companies that I'd like to clean for. Coach Josh has already taught me that I can earn my freedom with only 20% of this list! Think about it. 20 new offices averaging $800/month equals $192,000 in additional revenue. This would increase my total revenue in office cleaning to $280,000. At 35-40% profitability, my family would earn between $100k - $115k per year and I wouldn't have to clean anymore! I had a lot going on in our family in August with summer kids activities and trai

A little dab'll do ya! GIRTHY hosted by Law Smith @LawSmithWorks and Eric Readinger... Here's the episode description we totally wrote:   Alright, folks—buckle up, because this week on GIRTHY (yes, it's a podcast name AND a vibe), your favorite chaos-driven comedy business hosts are back with an episode that's equal parts WTF and OMG.