Any Recent Changes?

ByDavid Thompson August 23, 2018August 20, 2018

3. Are there recent changes with the staff?

When new team member comes on board, it can be threatening to someone who has been there for a while.

Keep people informed ahead of time and it will likely be better for everyone. There usually is not a sign telling us what is ahead, make one!

Ask your supervisor to intervene and support you.
Discipline issues only when the supervisor intercedes.

Next month you can see this complete presentation at the FSPMA conference in Orlando.

You can view the first session FREE here.

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Supervising Rock Star Custodians

ByDavid Thompson October 19, 2018October 19, 2018

GEM Supply and the Academy of Cleaning Excellence presented this FIRST session, of the Rock Star Supervisory series, at the FSPMA conference this month in Orlando. Here is the podcast of the presentation from Mike Ward’s book, “Who Swings Your Mop”. https://beyondclean.podbean.com/e/fspma-how-to-supervise-rock-star-custodians/ Post Views: 2,986

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Don’t Leave Money on the Floor

ByDavid Thompson July 30, 2018July 30, 2018

Many contractors are leaving money on the floor and don’t know it. What are we talking about? It’s the floors which no one is talking about because the floor polishing contractors who own $50,000 rigs aren’t able to do them. They are too small, but just RIGHT if you know what to look for —$$$….

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Cleaning is a Passion

ByBZACE April 19, 2013April 25, 2013

As a supplier and distributor of “cleaning” solutions we are always amazed at the passion our customer base has for their profession. We are looking forward to blogging our shared passion of cleaning and contributing innovated solutions in all facilities and organization we touch. More to come! Post Views: 2,350

Are You Using the Right Tools? ISSA/CMI Master Certification

ByDavid Thompson August 29, 2018August 26, 2018

If you currently use these tools, then listen to what Walt has to say. “My message to anyone in the industry would be to go! If you care about what you do and why you’re doing it, this is not an option for you! Dave’s course is packed with so much knowledge and things to…

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Building a Rock Star Family

ByDavid Thompson August 20, 2018August 20, 2018

This week we will be talking to the Lead or Head Custodians at K-12 schools. These messages are from Michael Ward and his book, “Who Swings Your Mop”. Observe and Report vs. Mandate and Dictate What that means is; If you notice something not being done correctly, you must document and report it to your supervisor Do not…

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Terrazzo Floor Care Training

ByDavid Thompson July 24, 2018July 25, 2018

Richard from First Baptist Church of Winter Park, FL attended a floor care class earlier this year. Last night, the crew was challenged with their first real test and the Academy was there to walk them through the steps on how to top strip and refinish their 5,000 sq. ft. of terrazzo floor. A 14″x 20″…