Articles by:  Don Aslett

Don Aslett (1935-2024) was an American businessman, author, and expert in cleaning and housekeeping and was commonly known by monikers such as the Sultan of Shine and the Dean of Clean. He co-founded Varsity House Cleaning Company in 1957, which later evolved into Varsity Facility Services, a major building service contractor. The author of 40+ books for the cleaning industry, Don is also the founder of the Museum of Clean in Pocatello, Idaho. You can still download some of Don's advice and 1-pagers at donaslett.com.
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“Bah, humbug!” A Contract Cleaner’s Holiday

When it comes to cleaning during the holidays, the time, money and quality of cleaning relate more to the load of possessions than to the size of a building.

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You Are Not Alone

Why should you come to the trade show? It’s the most comprehensive collection of the lessons from the past, the practices and successes of the present, and the outlook for the future of the industry and your business as part […]

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Keep Your Hands in the Toilet!

The single biggest reason your proposals are read and reviewed

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Bigger Is Not Always Better

Expand your footprint cautiously and for the right reasons.

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So Much More than Germ Killing

A condition, a philosophy, a choice, a way of life

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High Tech Toiletism

Trust and respect will always trump technology

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Changing Behavior in the Cleaning Industry Can Bring Real Environmental Gains

People, not buildings, consume energy, depreciate property and create waste.

Advice from a Cleaning Business Veteran: Don't Get Too Comfortable with Your Standing in the Market

When it comes to marketing, don’t get too comfortable even when you’re riding high.

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Livin' the Clean Life

One might think a small town in remote southern Idaho is a strange place to lead the charge in selling the world on the value of clean, but it is happening. In 1953, as a freshman in college, I discovered […]

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