4 Steps to Hiring Employees in your cleaning company : building a commercial cleaning business

[@rharstad1222]

Love the backstory, you are a great example of humble beginnings and making it to where you are with your motivation and hard work - thanks for sharing your tips and advice ❤

[@DJTheBoss]

Thank you so much. That means a lot to mean. You’re amazing for taking the time to tell me that. Thank you 🙏🏾 😊.

[@jessicahyett3397]

This channel is such a blessing I am beginning to scale my cleaning company and I really appreciate your content, thank you

[@DJTheBoss]

Its my pleasure. I appreciate you watching and supporting. Thank you.

[@DJTheBoss]

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[@Blackadam01]

Good info! Thanks for the video!

[@DJTheBoss]

Any time boss!

[@searchbug]

Great value, boss! Thanks for doing the works. It's really a must to do background checking on applicants. It takes a lot of effort, trust, and work before you can convince someone to let you walk into their office or home unsupervised, so make sure to be a trustworthy business to keep long lasting relationships with your clients.

[@DJTheBoss]

Thats a fact. If you lose that trust business is over. Thanks for watching.

[@searchbug]

@@DJTheBoss Our pleasure! Love your vids

[@deanpesnell3272]

Your videos are awesome! Thank you! I'm preparing to open a janitorial service very soon and your videos have taught me so much!

[@DJTheBoss]

I appreciate the support. Thank you. Congratulations on getting started!

[@kimsoldit]

Thank you!! So proud of you btw

[@DJTheBoss]

Thank you so much 😊

[@kimsoldit]

@@DJTheBoss i was doing residential you convinced me to pivot so I’m binging liking and interacting with all your stuff! Appreciate the free game 🙏🏽💕

[@DJTheBoss]

@@kimsoldit i really appreciate that. Im cheering for you to win! Keep hustling boss!

[@NorthWesTrav253]

Just got my business registered. Didn’t know you were in Washington bro! I grew up in Tacoma and moved out of state and will be starting my cleaning business. Looking forward to what’s to come.

[@DJTheBoss]

Im excited for you boss.

[@veliromn]

Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge! If I may suggest a topic for another video then it would be about pricing strategy overall and levels of markup. Thanks again and peace!

[@veliromn]

and yes, just found the channel and subbed.

[@DJTheBoss]

That’s awesome. Thank for watching. I have a bunch of videos on pricing. Make sure you check out the rest of the channel.

[@jessicahyett3397]

I am so inspired by you videos. Thank you so much So happy for you!!

[@DJTheBoss]

Thank you I appreciate that. Really makes me feel good. Ty

[@Dennismorales21]

Just coming upon this. This is great content man. Keep it up! Learning a ton

[@DJTheBoss]

Thank you for watching. I appreciate the support.

[@cyrusmovassaghi4946]

Keep up the grind homie

[@DJTheBoss]

Will do boss. Thanks

[@CowgirlMaK]

Thank you for all of your content! Very helpful! -Owner of Sparkling Spaces Cleaning Services✨🫧 TX -DFW & surrounding areas! You are a huge inspiration.

[@DJTheBoss]

Your amazing for saying that. Thank you 🙏🏾 so much. Best of luck out there. Keep up the work boss!

[@kellieantoinette4183]

Thx!!! Very helpful!

[@DJTheBoss]

glad you got some value. thanks for watching.

[@Gdup_Ali]

Valuable cheers bro

[@DJTheBoss]

Glad to be doin some good. Thanks for watching

[@Leolpzz]

How’s it going man I’m 21 years old in Miami I have my own hvac Comapny and meet a lot of people and figured this would be good to get into. I’ve watched a few videos but I just see it possible starting this while being 100% into my small hvac Comapny any way possible?

[@DJTheBoss]

Absolutely. You have to build according to the available resources of time/energy and money. If you have money because you’re working the. Invest in your business. If you dont have money the. You damn sure have time and energy.

[@YeahBelinda]

Thank you DJ

[@DJTheBoss]

Absolutely. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@gurlycash7394]

I was just thinking about this. Love it

[@DJTheBoss]

thanks for watching. i appreciate you

[@simoneyoung4960]

Great video. You don’t make it sound as intimidating!

[@DJTheBoss]

Its not bad at all. Just gotta leap into it.

[@robert_ruiz]

Great value man! appreciate the good tips!

[@DJTheBoss]

Thanks. i try my best. I appreciate you watching.

[@StrangerInSwansea]

Boss! I was struggling to hear your voice because of the funky background music!

[@DJTheBoss]

Ill try to keep that in mind for next time. Thanks

[@MyLoveNev]

Thank you! Love your energy! Boss life 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@DJTheBoss]

Thank you. I appreciate you soo much for watching. You dont even know. 🙏🏾

[@MyLoveNev]

@@DJTheBoss Of course! Anytime 😊😊😊

[@Chris-wk8nu]

Can you recommend any free LMS software? Or cheap ones? Do you give them a test?

[@DJTheBoss]

Not off top. You can use unlisted youtube videos for free. And im sure they all have at least a trial. Just a google search away.

[@CA-mx3rk]

Do you mind sending the lms videos you uses I am struggling to find them

[@DJTheBoss]

The specific site doesn’t matter. Its which ever one works for you. Do some research google for some then look at youtube reviews. Do the work. Research and learning is always a part of a boss’s work.

[@Home-and-Famiy]

I am starting out around MUK as well

[@DJTheBoss]

Aye!! Howdy 👋🏾 🤠 neighbor . Stop by the shop. Lets do an interview.

[@jasonmayberry1890]

When hiring an independent contractor, do you make one agreement with you and the company of the independent contractor, even if there are 4 cleaners in the company? What happens if you have a second job for them down the road, how would you adjust the aggreement?

[@DJTheBoss]

The agreement shouldn’t change. Your agreement is with the company itself. Not its employees.

[@Mikeppodcast]

@Dj the boss Hey brother thanks for the video, I want to start a cleaning company, I’m absolutely miserable at my job. But I have a visual issue where I can’t read or watch screens too long without seizures. Do you think it’s still possible for me to start a cleaning company and how would you recommend I go about doing it? Blessings

[@DJTheBoss]

I believe you can. But you have to decide that this is what your doing. So that u stick to it until you figure it out. You will have to rely on your people skills and put trust in the right people. Understanding your piece of the pie will be bigger when you make a huge pie for everyone around you.

[@Mikeppodcast]

@@DJTheBoss Absolutely, thanks for the tips, Do you know a cheaper than legalzoom way to trademark? Other than manual, blessings

[@channelv5085]

I love your story and your help… but that music is too loud I wish I could hear you better 😊! Blessings sir!

[@DJTheBoss]

Yea i messed up the sound on that one. My bad. Still learning and getting better. Hopefully the newer videos are a little better.

[@C.Smiles]

Do you have to provide insurance and workman comp when you add people to your payroll

[@DJTheBoss]

Yes. Thats why its good to use a payroll system that handles all if that for you. I use QBO. But almost all of them will make reports for workers comp and stuff.

[@cjieheramia9491]

Hi dj boss just started my cleaning company…do i need to hire employees for future need?is it necessary to get insurance for the businee an that insurance covered the employees as well..about the payroll how can i do that…pls help thanks

[@DJTheBoss]

I have a lot of videos on these topics on the channel. You should really check them out. I think it will help clear things up a lot for you.

[@loripalmer840]

BOSS help! 7 year LLC residential cleaning company. I’m striving to grow the business but need some sold proven steps I can follow.

[@DJTheBoss]

Let me know what i can help with. id love to. hope on a live or even better, book a session with me so we can make a plan to get to the next level.

[@lucindajasso2011]

I wish the background music wasnt so loud makes it hard for me to follow along

[@DJTheBoss]

@@lucindajasso2011 yea this was still early in my video making journey. I’ve gotten better though.

[@DaveLewerenzCleaning]

Good advice

[@DJTheBoss]

Thanks for watching. Let me know if there’s anything i can do better to add more value.

[@DaveLewerenzCleaning]

@@DJTheBoss Thanks. I just found your channel... looking forward to listening to more of your insights, as I drive to job sites. 🙂 Something you may want to share with your followers that are just starting up..., a good way to get initial clients is to contact other cleaning companies and offer to sub-contract select jobs that they don't want or can't handle equipment wise. It's how I have gotten my initial work and other contacts. Otherwise, continued success to ya DJ!

[@staniemesamour5258]

Do you get audited with quick book ?

[@DJTheBoss]

No i have not 🤞🏾

[@deannlarue7152]

Been looking for subcontractors and can’t seem to find any…. Unlicensed people calling me for the job so I’m always left to complete the job myself..

[@DJTheBoss]

I learned a cool trick. Make a system for educating new subcontractors on getting legal. Then bring them on.

[@DeniDaGem]

I want to ask do you use 1099 or w-2 employees? And do you think I could start with 1099 and migrate to w-2?

[@DJTheBoss]

I only use w-2 employees. Id rather have a part time w2 than risk an audit having someone 1099 when they only work for me and dont clean anywhere else. Most people think 1099 means part time and w2 means full time. Thats not the case.

[@DeniDaGem]

@@DJTheBoss Right I don’t have the funds to provide employees with supplies 🥺. I know 1099 contractors bring their own. Do you have a video on the hiring process, like how much it cost, taxes, and benefits?

[@DJTheBoss]

@@DeniDaGem i'll have to make a new one. . its going to differ state to state but for me typically around an extra 31% is good to budget for.

[@DeniDaGem]

@@DJTheBoss Thank you so much for your feedback and quick responses

[@keithharian4881]

Thanks G!! I’m currently in the process of starting my own cleaning company down in San Diego

[@DJTheBoss]

Hey congratulations 🍾. Get at it. I hope it goes well. Keep me posted and let me know if you need anything.

[@ThePeaceMuzik]

I am in the same boat! also in San Diego, I would love to connect

[@simoneyoung4960]

How do you handle prospects wanting you to lower your prices?

[@DJTheBoss]

Everything is a negotiation. Just make sure you dont give away more than you can afford. But sometimes its good to give a little.

[@pocahontas139]

Question, starting a cleaning business (commercial and or Resident) which Software do you recommend to use? and also as a sol propiator can i hiring employees?

[@DJTheBoss]

You can hire employees as a regular U.S. citizen. Don’t even need to be a business. But in this context yes you can hire people. As for software you have to know what you want that software to do. We use several for different purposes.

[@DJTheBoss]

I do also have a video up on my channel for my favorite apps and sites that we use for business. Check it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYS0h2mAjqime7s

[@carlossarmiento4967]

Dj i want to start a commercial cleaning business i currently own Top Dog Mobile Detailing South have many basic questions anyone i can talk too ? thanks

[@DJTheBoss]

Feel free to ask em here in the comments. Or book a 1on1 session with me.

[@MildredCalhoun-oi9xx]

Hi, everyone I'm new to the community of having a business and so far the moves that I made were getting my LLC, so could the next semester be going to a bank ask for a loan? It's a month old and I don't have equipment yet Any tips can help Thank You, guys so much

[@DJTheBoss]

You dont need a loan. You need to go sell and attract clients. Dont start off in debt. Start off making money.

[@Chris-wk8nu]

Payroll is cheap. I pay just 44 a month for them to do it all for me. Super convenient

[@Fontanecleaningandtransportati]

We are not at the stage of employees yet..but we need to land our first contract. But when we do hire..it will be mexicans or other hard working ethnic people. I need to k iw how can i get air bnbs contracts mr..boss! If u can share that.

[@teikahunter6317]

Are all of your employees part time ? I have a Mon - Thursday account that wants 8 hours a day from 8am-4pm can you give me advice on hiring for this particular job?

[@DJTheBoss]

Most are full time. But there’s always a good amount of part time help. You can have full time or break it up it’s whatever makes you feel comfortable.

[@teikahunter6317]

@@DJTheBoss is there any laws I will need to follow hiring full time ? All of my employees are part time . I don’t offer benefits vacation or time off . Will I have to provide these things for a full time employee?

[@DJTheBoss]

Check your state laws. For us I believe sick time and pto is mandatory now in Washington.

[@francy4lonz]

When you first started to hire employees, do you pay them under table?

[@DJTheBoss]

Nope. I was too scared someone would come for me and shut me down. So i always kept everything above board by the time i got help.

[@dawnhoran3353]

Hi, I am in the first year of my cleaning business in the UK and it's in great demand and I need to build. When training staff should they be paid for that training? I'm thinking of training at my house to keep outgoing costs down. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[@DJTheBoss]

I dont know what the laws are in that area. But here in the states we have to pay for training. So I usually train on site at jobs with pay because they will still be completing the work. But thats after an online introductory training as well. If you have the option to train with out pay then go ahead. But people may only be willing to train if they’re paid. Look around your industry for the standard there and make a decision.

[@dawnhoran3353]

@@DJTheBoss thanks for that advice. Here in the UK, it's very much the same. I think your idea of training on site at the job is an excellent piece of advice, which I think I will incorporate into my business. The online introductory training is such as good plan for me too! Thanks so much for your videos they are so helpful and may I say you are an inspiration!

[@lessthanprogaming5506]

Hi, its so good to hear you are doing well, do you have any advice for someone wanting to persue this as a business? Or any thing you know now that you wish you knew when you started?

[@pierrescott1596]

Imagine firing someone because they were trouble. I don't think it's a good idea to train at your home. Then again you're in the u.k. maybe yall don't have crazy people issues lol

[@dawnhoran3353]

@@pierrescott1596 Thank you for your advice. I have definitely taken that onboard because there are too many crazies in the UK!!

[@nvojames]

I am currently paying 2 people and issuing 1099’s. As I grow should I stick with that? Also, I’d love to know what is the best way have you been able to build business credit?

[@DJTheBoss]

Careful with the contractors. If they’re 1099 make sure they have other work besides you. Otherwise you’re going to want to make them w-2 employees. Start with your ein and bank account. Then duns number, store/vendor credit then you can start getting actual credit cards, funding etc…. I’ll do a video. Good question. DONT GO INTO TOO MUCH DEBT.

[@mariacarr7242]

Thank you for this. I’ve been cleaning for about three years. My adult son cleans most houses with me, but I really desire to grow my business. I need to get past a couple mind barriers such as …. Hiring the right people to go into other peoples houses to clean…. Not under charging clients, so that I actually have money to pay out(coz some clients are cheap 😏), Finding the right person to do the W-2s. I will definitely continue to watch your videos. There’s are some mind barriers, like I said, I need to press through. Thank you for this video!!😊

[@chavezgaines8503]

Where do you find contractors at?

[@DJTheBoss]

They fill out the form on my website.

[@qwexecotles7587]

audio is only in left ear

[@DJTheBoss]

My bad. I was still learning. Hell im still learning. Sorry about that.

[@toniazolicoffer3413]

My boyfriend did you to talk with him. He's a subcontractor for a janitorial service. He continues to lose employees and unfortunately left to clean the buildings himself. He stretched which is repolarizing his contracts. He's stubborn but not insight. Please contact him.

[@DJTheBoss]

He can reach out to me anytime. But I’m not going to track him down to help him with his business. Building a business is something he has to want for himself enough to seek out information and execute on it.

[@toniazolicoffer8487]

@@DJTheBoss I agree

[@bperez8656]

Ridiculous comment. Your boyfriend should be the one reaching out

[@ssharma6114]

How do I start with hiring? I understand how to hire and further steps but do I need a contract to make them my employees? If yes, who can help me with making such contract? Do I need to provide salary slips? I mean how to put a good cleaner on my company's payroll, from scratch?

[@DJTheBoss]

You should definitely have an agreement for your employees to sign acknowledging the job duties and pay. You can google search for a template and customize it for yourself. Then take it to a lawyer to finalize it for you.

[@ssharma6114]

@@DJTheBoss Okay right. That's so helpful. Thanks much and good luck for your future🙂

[@isuhrealmaki6557]

Can you name a detailed how to get your first contact video

[@isuhrealmaki6557]

Contract

[@DJTheBoss]

What kind of contract do you want as your first contract?

[@isuhrealmaki6557]

@@DJTheBoss something that has a low level entry so im guessing like a law office or daycare

[@DJTheBoss]

@@isuhrealmaki6557 google "daycares near me" make a list of all every one within a 60 mile radius of you. Also if you can find an email from their website. do the same for law offices. then reach out to them all via phone and email.do that until you get an opportunity to introduce your business.

[@isuhrealmaki6557]

@@DJTheBoss ok thank you

[@rachelamundsen8265]

Background music is VERY annoying. Silence would be better.

[@DJTheBoss]

Sorry about that. A few years ago i was still new to video editing. Wish i could go back and change it but the value is still there for the people it reaches. Thanks for watching. Newer videos are higher quality.

[@ReviewMonkey-fv8dv]

Painfully long intro! 5 minutes of my life I can’t get back lol.

[@DJTheBoss]

U weren’t doing anything with it anyway. You were watching KZbin videos 😂.