#36: My First 10 Hires: The Hilarious (and Horrifying) Truth About Finding Good Cleaners

"I get to the house... she had filled out the checklist and said she did everything, but she didn't clean a f***ing thing." Stephanie shares the raw, unfiltered stories of her first 10 hires, from the employee who never showed up to the one who asked her to commit fraud!

 

This episode is a must-watch for anyone struggling with hiring or wondering if they'll ever find good staff. Through disaster stories and surprising successes, Stephanie proves that building a great team IS possible - even when it feels impossible.

 

Key Takeaways:

• Why you might cry after your first hire (and why you shouldn't give up)
• The dangers of becoming "friends" with your employees instead of their leader
• How to handle staff who want to test boundaries (including outrageous requests)
• Why group interviews are essential for new cleaning business owners
• The mindset shift needed to grow beyond being a solo cleaner

Mentioned in this Episode:

• ZenMaid Software
• ZenMaid Facebook Mastermind group
• ChatGPT

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