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Hiring a Housekeeper in 2024: What to look for

If you’re crazy about maintaining a clean home, you’re not alone. According to Zippia, the projected Housekeeper job growth rate is 4% from 2018-2028. Housekeeper Responsibilities Before starting your housekeeper search, it’s important to first outline exactly what you’re looking for from a housekeeper. This will ensure that you’re hiring for the correct position. Once you do, ensure that what you’re looking for aligns with…

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Setting Boundaries as a Housekeeper

Embracing the role of a housekeeper is more than just maintaining a tidy space; it’s about creating an environment that enhances well-being. As housekeepers, you take pride in your dedicated responsibilities. However, maintaining a balance between delivering exceptional service and respecting personal boundaries is crucial for a harmonious working relationship. In this blog, we’ll explore the art of setting boundaries with clients, providing insights into…

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Returning to Work as a Housekeeper During a Pandemic

Whether you are interviewing for a new position or returning to work, your professional life during a pandemic is going to look a lot different these days. From taking your temperature before you leave for work to wearing a mask throughout the day, there are a number of things you can do to keep yourself and your clients as safe as possible.    Safety first!  Take your temperature every morning.…

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Cleaning, Sanitizing and Disinfecting: Do You Know the Difference?

As a Housekeeper, keeping living areas clean is the primary responsibility of your job, but did you know there is a difference between cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting? Educating yourself is the best way to help your Clients and limit exposure to chemicals and unwanted germs.    Cleaning:   Cleaning a home and household items involves removing dirt, dust, and grime from various surfaces. This includes vacuuming, dusting,…

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How to remove tough spots

Here are some more laundry tips we learned at our recent Housekeeper Training Seminar, “The Keys to Laundry Success.” At the seminar, we learned how important it is to always take care to wash away any spots and stains on your washables. So, our tip today … how to manage and remove some tough, common stains. Identify the spot. The more you know about what…

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Here are some Natural Cleaning Solutions

In our most recent Housekeeper training seminar on “The Keys to Laundry Success,” Damaris Christopher taught us about several natural cleaning products and solutions. Just in case you were unable to attend, here are four of the great tips we learned about to get started with natural cleaning: A great Stain Remover can be made by mixing baking soda, hydrogen peroxide & hot water (soak…

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One last spring cleaning tip for summer & beyond!

Though spring is “on it’s last legs,” we wanted to give you a couple cleaning tips that may still be useful. These tips are both Nanny and parent-worthy and may have added health and safety benefits for your children or charges. We all know babies put everything in their mouths, including their toys! A great daily habit to get into is to wipe down toys…

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