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Post by zidane on Jan 10, 2006 15:13:51 GMT -5
When starting your own cleaning business, should you work for someone in the business first to get a better knowledge and experience or just do alot of research on how to clean and do the Business? What is better?  |
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Post by Grizzly on Jan 10, 2006 15:21:26 GMT -5
Welcome and hello:
In my humble opinion, it is always better to work for someone first . No matter how much research that you do, there a pitfalls and facets of the business that experience is the best teacher. Example. although the janitorial business is not capitol intensive to get into, it can cost if you are not prepared for the negative feed back from friends or associates. It requires a strong self worth image. Also the experience and training gained by working for a reputable and forward looking employer will greatly enhance your chances of success WHEN YOU DO start you own business.
Bill
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Post by zidane on Jan 10, 2006 15:27:41 GMT -5
That's a very good advice. I had a feeling I should start out by working for someone but wasn't so sure. Thanks Bill.
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Post by Pages Personal Cleaning on Jan 10, 2006 16:14:59 GMT -5
I agree with Bill. You should get some experience with a good company to start with. I can't tell you how many people I have talked to that want to start their own cleaning company but have no experience whatsoever. I just don't see how they will make it. How can someone train their employees when they don't have any experience themselves.
Patti
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Post by logan5127 on Jan 10, 2006 17:32:51 GMT -5
Yes, I agree too. But keep in mind that you are working for someone to be in your own business someday. Try to do the right thing by your employer. Don't start your business by taking contracts/clients or potential clients from them. Go out on your on getting your on contacts. I have had employees try to start up their own business by taking mine. Its not a nice thing to encounter. Example , a man and his wife where working for me , they knew what I was getting paid on several small accounts. They decided they wanted to work for themselves and bid half what I was charging. They took About $25,000 annual worth of contracts . They had no idea what all was involved and cost to run business , even though they did have training. A year later they where divorced, out of business and bankrupt. After you have been working for someone a while , if you still want to do this business, let your boss know what you are thinking ahead of time. If you are good employee they might even be willing to help you out. This way the boss is not shocked and feeling betrayed. And you will start a nice , reputable, service with good ethics.
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Post by Grizzly on Jan 10, 2006 18:56:22 GMT -5
That is excellent advice from Dan, that's one area that I forgot to mention. You will find that if you start to work with a good company, I can almost guarantee that they will give you assistance and there is a great possibility that you can form a strategic alliance with them and both achieve greater heights of success.
Bill
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