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Want to make extra money for the holidays? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newer job seeker, here are...
6 types of cleaning jobs and career opportunities
Explore several types of cleaning jobs, potential earnings in each role and some the key duties required.
What licenses are needed to start a cleaning business? Professionals break it down
From what licenses you need to start a cleaning business to how to obtain them, the pros share everything you...
What to charge for house cleaning
Consider these important factors before setting a cleaning rate for each type of job.
House sitting rates: How to determine fair pay every time
From the duties around the house to any pet care involved, there are a number of factors that go into...
What to do if a family doesn’t pay you? Experts weigh in
Learn effective ways to handle unpaid wages and other uncomfortable "wage theft" scenarios as a babysitter, nanny or caregiver.
How to interview for a house cleaning job: Preparation and potential questions
Experts offer tips for getting prepared and boosting your confidence ahead of your next cleaning job interview.
Are you being paid minimum wage?
Most workers have the right to be paid at least the federal minimum wage ($7.25/hour), and the minimum wage may...
How to start a cleaning business: What to know to be successful, according to pros
If you are ready to learn how to start a cleaning business, read on for more tips and advice necessary...
7 common tax questions house cleaners have
Get answers to common tax questions for house cleaners or housekeepers and helpful guidance for a smooth tax-filing process.
10 spring side hustles to increase your income
Spring is the perfect season to earn extra cash. Check out these spring break and other flexible side gigs unique...
Background checks: How to handle them if you’re a caregiver
Whether you're applying for a nanny, babysitting or other caregiver job, here's what you need to know about background checks.
5 tips for refreshing your profile to land a job in the new year
Looking for a new job in 2023? Check out these five tips for refreshing your profile and making yourself hire-friendly...
6 ways housekeepers can make more money
House cleaning experts share ideas for making clients happy, growing your business and increasing revenue.
Do you give your employer a gift?
Aren't sure about the protocol when it comes to nanny to employer gifts? Here, experts offer tips, advice and rules...
7 Biggest Mistakes Small Business Owners Make
Even for the most seasoned practitioners, running a small business requires experimentation. And this is especially true in the care...
Generational conflict at work? 4 expert strategies for finding a resolution
From assuming that Gen X and Boomers are out of touch to being certain that anyone who’s a part of...
7 flexible, in-demand jobs during back-to-school season
Discover jobs that surge in demand during back-to-school season. Don't miss out as families hire help for the new school...
How nannies and caregivers can have the gun safety talk with families, according to experts
How nannies and caregivers can have the gun safety talk with families, according to experts.
25 summer jobs to fit every schedule
Whether you're looking for full- or part-time, check out our list of the best jobs for summer. There's something for...
High-paying jobs for college students, based on where you live
Check out this list of flexible, high-paying side hustles for college students, along with current average hourly pay rates for...
8 Additional Services Housekeepers Can Perform
Hiring a housekeeper can change your life! They keep your house clean when you don’t have the time and leave...
6 tips to maintain housekeeping job satisfaction and success
Now that you’ve been hired as a housekeeper, you’ll want to pay extra-close attention the first few times you clean...
Green cleaning: 7 natural solutions that really work
Taking care of our environment is a process that starts at home. Everything from aerosol cans to harmful cleaning chemicals...
Caregivers Share Their Tips for Finding Affordable Health Care
As part of our continual effort to understand caregivers’ needs, Stride Health collaborated with Care.com to interview three caregivers about the...
6 Things Housekeepers Should Never Do
If there is one thing we’re all territorial about, it’s our homes! Housekeepers should understand this fact better than most....
5 Reasons You Didn’t Get the Job
It’s hard not to get discouraged after going on interview after interview and not getting the job. It may seem...
Caregiver Testimonials: Meg W.
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GOING THE EXTRA MILE
DO YOU FEEL THAT ONE SHOULD PAY YOU MORE FOR DOING EXTRA WORK/HOURS IN THEIR HOME EVERY TIME OR PERIODICALLY. ESPECIALLY...
3 Ways to a Winning Interview
We’ve all been there. So how can you ace that interview? Here are a few sure fire ways to impress...
Moving? You’ll need this ultimate housecleaning checklist
(CLICK HERE to download our house cleaning checklist as a PDF) Moving can feel like a never-ending chore. Renters in...
Should You Charge More for the First Cleaning?
When it comes to getting a first professional cleaning, a house’s level of cleanliness and number of rooms count. Many...
What to Charge? Setting Rates as a Small Caregiving Business
Since your caregiving business is all yours, its up to you to determine what to charge your clients. Planning ahead...
7 Benefits of Owning a Small Business
According to iconic folksinger Bob Dylan, “We’ve all gotta serve somebody”, but that may not necessarily pertain to small business...
6 Ways Small Business Can Retain Their Best Employees
Employee retention is especially important when you only have a few staff members. Your employees and their long-term happiness and...
6 Challenges of Owning a Small Business
You’ve always wanted to be your own boss, and now that you are, you might wonder why owning a business...
5-Step Guide for Recruiting Care Professionals
Download PDF As a care professional, you know working in the care industry is one of the most personally and...
5 Advantages of Being a Small Business
In an age where emails have replaced handwritten letters, texts have replaced phone calls, and Skype sessions have replaced face-to-face...
37 Ways to Thank Your Customers
As a small business owner, your company lives based on your customers. Want to improve your business? Focus on improving...