Is it appropriate to ask a client what they are paying?? Trying to get in and boot out existing cleaner?
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If you compete only on price then you are on a downward spiral. If you get the contract at a low price then someone else will come along who will offer to do it cheaper yet. It is a losing strategy.\n\nWhy not explain that your workers have been trained to do a thorough job and are very careful with their client's property? If you compete on value you could get the job and still make a profit.
90890
You need to know your clients. What are the jobs? How many man hours involved? How much will be spent on cleaning supplies. What about liability insurance. Calculate your costs and multiply it by two. Then bid.
770063
Ask a local contractor to work with him for the day-for free if necessary
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My personal view is that they shouldn't start charging until both parties have agreed that the employment is acceptable.  They agree that the problem is solvable by the consultant and they're written up a contract.  Before that is just fluff.  But, consultants want more money, so they'll argue that they spent valuable time there and so on.
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This is a great idea!! Way to go fella!! It is so nice to read of young men (and women) who are enterprising in how to obtain money. I say go for it. \n\nHowever, it may be difficult to find a handy spot to do this in. You will need a spot on a major road where you can get noticed. You will need to approach the property owners of various differant sites which look promising. Don't allow a few no's to get you down. Keep looking and asking untill you get a yes. Don't be afraid of a little rejection. Those who perservere will get ahead much faster and better than those who give up in the face of advercity. \n\nAlso consider the price you will charge. Realize that you may wind up getting paid less than the national minimum wage per hour of work you do. This is due to the fact many people have access to the automated car wash services out there which provides a full wash and vacumn for around $10.00. So, consider offering a lower price in order to attract customers. It needs to be made worthwhile for somebody to chose your service over another. While there are those who will use your service in order to provide teens with the experiance of being in business and learning how to earn money, others will not and in order to get those you will need to provide incentive for them to use your service instead of the one they currently use. \n\nI think this is an exellent way for both of you to make money and learn a lot about the business world. You could even put this on a resume' later in life! Prospective employers like to see inititive in their employees. By showing you started a business which was successfull or even not so successfull you are showing true inititive and spunk!! You are demonstrating even more than that, but it would take too long for me to write it all here. However, you are demonstating an "out of the box" thinking, critical thinking, perserverance, willingness to work hard, a solid work ethic, understanding life does not provide hand outs, and a willingness to go after what you want in a positive and creative way. Plus many other positive things as well. This is all I should really write here.\n\nI am just really thrilled to read of teens who are williing to be creative and take inititive in finding ways of abtaining needed finances, other than just asking parents or doing crime to gain income. Good for the both of you and please do not give up!!\n\nI would wish you luck, but with the attitude you have you really don't need it as you will create your own luck by being so willing to work hard and find ways to acheive your goals.
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It is so funny you ask this.  I actually just got started in auto-surfing.  I havent gotten paid yet, but I have friends who have.  I can let you know if/when I do.
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call the company and explain they should not charge you
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if you are someone who works for one of those companies, than no. You guys get paid enough already.\n\nhowever, if you are just wondering because you're looking at a new service provider as a customer, than yes, i'd say go for it unless you find someone with better customer service and it's for free.
870762
how much are you willing to pay me to help you?
166675
Nothing is free, except advice...\nLook for something cleaner...\nYou are going along the wrong avenue here...
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Just call and be upfront and honest.  Ask if there was something wrong with your services or if they're aren't getting your invoices.
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Hello.  They're still in beta and are looking to charge commission when they move out of beta. They say 15%, so I guess it won't be free for ever and yes, there is a catch!  I guess they have to pay for their technology and people somehow.  Good luck with your business though!
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It all depends on what you know how to do...or what you are good at...I am into real estate and home cleaning here is huge and I can never find people fast enough...I.E. Just closed on a property and I needed someone to clean it up and do minor repairs...The best quote I got was 375.00 because of short notice...THis guy went in at 10 pm and left at midnight...talk about fast money!!! I imagine you could get into something like that cheaply!
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offer to do the work if the customer rents the machine for you. most will take you up on it and it will not cost you a dime
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Am I in a interview right now!!!! how much u offering to pay me.. lol
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Depending on the amount of time you have you can meet with these people more than once. Have a questionaer for them to fill out. LEt people know ahead of time about doing there part in cleaning the place up and keeping it that way. Have them sign a "will not be a slob" contract.
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Talk to the CAB about the tenant rights. They will be able to give you the specifics, and they're free!