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End of life organizing is a specialty for Rachel Seavey of Collector Care and host of the Hoardganize Podcast. End of life organizing is the time you downsize or right-size your life. And you still have the energy to pass along your heirlooms, antiques, China, and crystal to your kids. Letting go of your baggage is the first step to clutter-free living. And the end of life organizing doesn't have to be stressful. It's the paralysis of analysis and emotional attachments that keep

"Kids can do laundry." Says #KidCorrespondent Nicole, "but they have to be at least five or they will fall in the washing machine." ROFL Kids can do laundry and have laundry routines - wash clothes, put them in the dryer then folding. These laundry tips aren't just for laundry day - they are part of a house cleaning lifestyle.

"Cleaning is not a punishment." Liz Trotter (COO and Partner of Castle Keepers) says #KidsCanClean and there are no tricks to get kids to clean. It's just part of growing up. "If you're a parent don't complain about house cleaning if you want to get kids to clean up. They mimic their parents. And the message you want to send is that cleaning is NOT a punishment." If you're tired of yelling "go clean your room" it's time to teach kids to clean and pick up toys.

Bet you didn't know this about ZenMaid - Amar Ghose, the CEO used to own a house cleaning company. Bet you didn't know this about ZenMaid - it's the #1 scheduling software for cleaning business owners. Bet you didn't know this about ZenMaid - it confirms appointments so you don't have to do it by hand. It will also track work orders. It is a cleaning employee GPS tracker. It allows you to track employee schedule and time-off requests - and billable hours.

How to take amazing before and after pictures for house cleaning is today's #AskaHouseCleaner. And we get tips from the joyful Liz Trotter, COO, and Partner of Castle Keepers. Send customers before and after photos along with your invoice using https://HousecallPro.com/Angela Before and after photos are a great way house cleaners and maids can show social proof to get more business. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru asks "Are taking before and after pictures legal?

Media specialization tips from Daisy Foster of #Digitool is on tap today. She gives house cleaners who do turnover service media tools for viral media exposure. Angela Brown asks about before and after photos as ways to market your Airbnb. Digitool uses apps like Buffer, and Canva for social media marketing and shows how you can too.

The unpack with me episode has #KidCorrespondent Nicole showing us how to reset after a trip. Unpacking after a trip is part of the travel cleaning routine. And the "unpack with me" visual shows that kids can clean and keep organized. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says the best travel tips include packing and unpacking.

Are you paralyzed by cleaning customers who think they are better than you? Many house cleaners and maids have thin skin. Some clients will act like they're better than you with put-downs disguised as jokes. Beware of critical comments, superior behavior and other unwelcome comments that provoke shame. Angela Brown in this #CareSeries suggests you ignore the arrogance. Nobody is better than you.

There is hope for hoarding according to Lori Koppelman, host of the Clutter Chronicles Podcast. Over the last two years, she's been interviewing Mary who has an unusual relationship with stuff. Hope for hoarding is often lost in the clutter preventing one from letting go. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says a hoarder's heart is one of creativity and courage. Hoarders are the first to help another... and they have a messy house.

Ever wonder what your house cleaning car says about you? Liz Trotter, Partner and COO of Castle Keepers is here today to tell you. How to clean your house cleaning car and going through the car wash are branding strategies. Automation strategies also keep your brand in check. https://housecallpro.com/Angela Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says your #Cleaning Car is a brand extension that will promote or expose you.

How to organize your digital files is today's Vacation Rental Mailbag topic. Airbnb, VRBO hosts and the house cleaners who clean for them are all taking before and after photos. For the electronic organization of your customers and jobs use https://Housecallpro.com/Angela Angela Brown and Sheri-Anne Woolley (Mona Cleaning) discuss easy tips on how to organize your digital files.

Here are 10 easy steps to washing dishes without a dishwasher. Nicole shows kids washing dishes in today's #AskaHouseCleaner. Ever wondered how to "clean my space and washing dishes tips?" Here's your answer. Washing dishes without a dishwasher is easy if you know how to wash dishes by hand. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says kids #cleaning is the new "in" thing.

Do you want to breathe healthy? Watch today's Breathe Healthy face masks product review with Michael Vahey. Designed for house cleaners, landscapers, salon artists and pet groomers they'll help your breathing. Breathe Healthy is a leader in reusable face masks to prevent allergies, dander, dust, and pollen. People also wear them to combat the flu, germs, and pollution. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru interviews Michael Vahey on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE.)

What do you do if you feel unsafe while cleaning? You find drugs, sharps or other paraphernalia. Should you call the cops if you feel unsafe while cleaning? Should you talk to the homeowner or should you tell your boss? Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says maids should maintain client confidentiality. The exception is if you feel unsafe while cleaning. Your safety comes first and the client’s privacy second.

Hoods and ranges cleaning tips with Liz Trotter from Castle Keepers is our topic today. What you can't use to clean hoods and ranges is as important as what you can. Keep track of client’s hoods and ranges needs with the tracking app https://HousecallPro.com/Angela Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says a #SavvyCleaner knows that you can't use any chemical on hoods and ranges. Painted cooking hoods need special care and these kitchen cleaning tips will help you work smart not hard.