The Profitable Cleaner

#158 How to Hire for a Healthy Work Culture in Your Cleaning Business

James Harper & Angel Sandoval

In this episode of The Profitable Cleaner, we dive deep into hiring for a healthy work culture in your cleaning business. Special guest Libby Delucien shares insights on aligning new hires with core values, fostering transparency, and creating a supportive work environment. We also discuss leadership challenges, lessons from extreme activities, and how personal growth can impact your business success. Packed with actionable tips, this episode is a must-listen for cleaning business owners looking to build strong, resilient teams.


🤔 Why Watch This Episode?

  • Discover how some extreme activities can teach vital lessons about focus, determination, and emotional resilience in entrepreneurship.
  • Gain practical insights on fostering open communication and handling feedback constructively to build a strong, honest work environment.
  • Understand the importance of hiring based on core values, especially in the post-COVID era, and learn the three T's approach—tolerate, train, and terminate—to manage your team effectively.
  • Get actionable tips for balancing personal relationships with a hectic entrepreneurial schedule, including morning dates and family quarterly planning.
  • Explore how lifestyle changes like cutting out sugar and adopting a healthier diet can lead to significant improvements in personal well-being and business success.

📚 Episode Breakdown:

(00:00) Overcoming Challenges in Business

(06:42) Cultivating a Strong Company Culture

(13:15) Modern Hiring

(22:51) Effective Training and Support in Business

(30:49) Personal Growth and Transformation

(39:38) Maintaining Work-Life Balance and Productivity

(47:21) Parenting and Business Success

(59:11) Family Quarterly Planning and Life Lessons

(01:03:59) Learning From Others



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