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Handy Sued for Illegal Worker Practices
Handy Sued for Illegal Worker Practices

Handy Sued for Illegal Worker Practices

Two former Handy contractors filed suit against the on-demand "handyman" and house cleaning startup.On Thursday, October 30, 2014, two former Handy house cleaning contractors filed a class action lawsuit against the on-demand "handyman" and house cleaning startup. Among other things, the filing claims that Handy misclassified employees as independent contractors failed to pay minimum wage [...]

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-11-13T17:48:55-05:00November 13th, 2014|Finance, Leadership, News, Staff Management, Start Your Cleaning Business, Technology, Trends in Residential Cleaning|

A Professional-grade Roomba-like Vacuum?
A Professional-grade Roomba-like Vacuum?

A Professional-grade Roomba-like Vacuum?

Snow-removal bot evolves for commercial cleaning Canadian company Avidbots, which started out to automate snow removal, is now working on an automated robot vacuum with professional performance. The company will offer options to buy or to rent the units by the hour. Read more or view the prototypes in their video:

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-10-24T13:44:44-05:00October 24th, 2014|Technology|

Tennessee Company Launches Odor Control Toilet Seat
Tennessee Company Launches Odor Control Toilet Seat

Tennessee Company Launches Odor Control Toilet Seat

High tech toilet seat makes smelly washrooms a thing of the past.A new US invention aims to put an end to the unpleasant and sometimes socially awkward smells that may be encountered in the washroom. Fresh Air Plus, created by a Tennessee entrepreneur, uses a sensor and integrated fan technology to discreetly remove unpleasant smells [...]

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-10-03T16:28:17-05:00October 3rd, 2014|News, Technology|

New App for Cleaners and Restorers
New App for Cleaners and Restorers

New App for Cleaners and Restorers

HydraMaster introduces the FREE CleanMaster Solutions App for Cleaners and RestorersHydraMaster Introduces the FREE CleanMaster Solutions Smart Phone/Tablet App for Cleaners and Restorers HydraMaster is pleased to announce the availability of our new FREE Smartphone/Tablet app for CleanMaster Solutions. This incredible app contains detailed step by step procedures professionals can refer to on-location or [...]

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-10-03T15:26:47-05:00October 3rd, 2014|Carpet Cleaning, Cleaning Tips, Green Cleaning, News, Office Cleaning, Press Release, Technology|

Home cleaning platform Helpling launches in Australia
Home cleaning platform Helpling launches in Australia

Home cleaning platform Helpling launches in Australia

Helpling offers on-demand booking of home cleaners, aimed at digitising the market for household services. Helpling offers on-demand booking of home cleaners, aimed at digitising the market for household services. “Booking home cleaning services online will become as indispensable as room rental and carpooling platforms,” says Lutz Ackermann, Helpling Australia country manager. Helpling, the global [...]

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-10-01T21:20:54-05:00October 1st, 2014|News, Press Release, Technology|

Angie's List Replaces Print Coupons with Schedule Now Option
Angie's List Replaces Print Coupons with Schedule Now Option

Angie's List Replaces Print Coupons with Schedule Now Option

Paperless doesn't mean you can contact the client directly.Consumers are buying and scheduling services right online as Angie's List replaces their printable coupons with Schedule Now, but you still have to email the client through them to get the appointment settled. Read more.

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-09-23T21:53:36-05:00September 23rd, 2014|News, Technology|

Polish Your Branding with an Updated Email Signature
Polish Your Branding with an Updated Email Signature

Polish Your Branding with an Updated Email Signature

Just 5 tips and 5 minutes spent updating your business email signature can make all the difference in making an impression on a new lead and creating a sense of comfort and connection with a long-time client.Use these five tips to revise and polish your email signature - so that it works FOR your branding [...]

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-09-09T13:47:58-05:00September 9th, 2014|Sales and Marketing, Start Your Cleaning Business, Technology|

Using Technology to ROCK Your Business
Using Technology to ROCK Your Business

Using Technology to ROCK Your Business

Anyone who has ever downloaded the best-rated app -- or an application recommended by a friend or colleague -- to address a work need has participated in a trend that's changing the way businesses get work done. Anyone who has ever downloaded the best-rated app -- or an application recommended by a friend or colleague [...]

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-09-09T13:37:59-05:00September 9th, 2014|Technology|

Sticky Solution to an Old Problem
Sticky Solution to an Old Problem

Sticky Solution to an Old Problem

If you're presenting at a large convention, small conference, or local business group, use this great tip to hone your focus and organize your talk before you hit the software.Duarte's Nancy Duarte is an accomplished professional speaker and offers this simple tip for those preparing for a presentation: Working with sticky notes to create a [...]

By CBT Editorial Staff|2014-09-02T13:32:38-05:00September 2nd, 2014|Leadership, Technology|

It’s the BIGGEST Show in the Industry
It’s the BIGGEST Show in the Industry

It’s the BIGGEST Show in the Industry

The annual ARCSI Convention is the single largest gathering of cleaning business owners each year.Excitement is building for the 2014 ARCSI Convention and Education Conference. Our Convention Chair Shirley Wells of Designer Maid and her Committee have raised the bar again this year. If you have never been to an ARCSI Convention, you need to [...]