[Jay Le Huray]

for years my son worked for me, about 6 months ago he decided on a career change so I was left on my own and finding it hard to keep up with my work load.

my girlfriend offered to come out and help me, at first she was just winding in my hose, collecting the money etc but as time went on I taught her how to use wfp in the correct manner and I have to say she does a great job

one thing I have noticed is that since she started working with me we have picked up several new jobs as housewives approach her rather than me, I can only assume that females are more willing to approach a fellow female?

last week for example she was approached 5 times whilst we were out and all 5 converted into new customers

does anyone else use their other half and if so how did it pan out for you?

[deeege]

for years my son worked for me, about 6 months ago he decided on a career change so I was left on my own and finding it hard to keep up with my work load.

my girlfriend offered to come out and help me, at first she was just winding in my hose, collecting the money etc but as time went on I taught her how to use wfp in the correct manner and I have to say she does a great job

one thing I have noticed is that since she started working with me we have picked up several new jobs as housewives approach her rather than me, I can only assume that females are more willing to approach a fellow female?

last week for example she was approached 5 times whilst we were out and all 5 converted into new customers

does anyone else use their other half and if so how did it pan out for you?

I don't personally, she has a "proper job" and I couldn't stand being with her all day and night, wouldn't be good for our marriage I don't think.

Re the quoted part, let us know how many are still customers after 3 months and were not just after a Christmas clean.

Oh and welcome to the forum!

[Jay Le Huray]

Thanks for the reply, as it happens we get on very well and are able to work & live together in harmony (not married lol) all the new work we gained have agreed to 8 weekly cleans, out of interest im not new to the forum as i was on here several years ago but i forgot my log in details so i had to start from fresh, i used to be on here under grafters cleaning services

[C o z y]

My wife works with me. Most walk ups go directly to her. This also has something to do with us being trad, and she works the downstairs   No really, if we are both standing around or working on ground floor, most walk ups approach her.  She gets on very well with the customers too. I used to think women would hate the idea of another woman being able to see into their houses etc. Seems not to bother them though.

[8weekly]

Thanks for the reply, as it happens we get on very well and are able to work & live together in harmony (not married lol) all the new work we gained have agreed to 8 weekly cleans, out of interest im not new to the forum as i was on here several years ago but i forgot my log in details so i had to start from fresh, i used to be on here under grafters cleaning services

Please note that the cleaning frequency you refer to is a protected trademark.

[C o z y]

Thanks for the reply, as it happens we get on very well and are able to work & live together in harmony (not married lol) all the new work we gained have agreed to 8 weekly cleans, out of interest im not new to the forum as i was on here several years ago but i forgot my log in details so i had to start from fresh, i used to be on here under grafters cleaning services

Please note that the cleaning frequency you refer to is a protected trademark.

[Spruce]

In the motor trade we had a few ladies (not many) in the new car sales environment. They always seemed to have an advantage as any single woman customer felt more comfortable talking to someone of their own gender and 'single' men customers also tended to gravitate to them (for some reason.)

Despite the advantages, very few suceeded as the hours were long and their maternal instincts usually got the better of them.  

For a short time my wife worked with me she was approached by ladies asking us to quote for residential cleans. Most we still do today so they were genuine customers. One especially is a really nice young lady who has recommended us to her friends as she feels totally at ease with us and knows both she and her friends won't be 'hit on'.

As for the wife working with me, it didn't work out. You have obviously got a very compliant GF so this will work better.

[Spruce]

My wife works with me. Most walk ups go directly to her. This also has something to do with us being trad, and she works the downstairs   No really, if we are both standing around or working on ground floor, most walk ups approach her.  She gets on very well with the customers too. I used to think women would hate the idea of another woman being able to see into their houses etc. Seems not to bother them though.

Cozy, that's interesting as your window cleaning side is mainly British forces personel and their families.

Does the same thing apply to the carpet cleaning side you are developing in the other language market?

[Soupy]

There are a few wifie windies round here. I have employed one myself, not my wife - that would not pan out well - but a local lass. She was pretty good with customers etc but as others have hinted at eventually her ankles began to swell and she was puking in the mornings. She left less than 9 months later.  

Nowt to do with me you understand - think it must be summat she was eating cause she got reeeaally big...

[8weekly]

Nowt to do with me you understand - think it must be summat she was eating cause she got reeeaally big...

Deep fried Mars bars?

[James Bulton]

Thanks for the reply, as it happens we get on very well and are able to work & live together in harmony (not married lol) all the new work we gained have agreed to 8 weekly cleans, out of interest im not new to the forum as i was on here several years ago but i forgot my log in details so i had to start from fresh, i used to be on here under grafters cleaning services

Please note that the cleaning frequency you refer to is a protected trademark.

[ascjim]

it will end in tears

[C o z y]

Spruce, yes mate, works really well in the MOD work we have. A for the German market, same again. Women feel relaxed when a woman is on the team. Takes any sort of worry away, or so it seems.

[C o z y]

There are a few wifie windies round here. I have employed one myself, not my wife - that would not pan out well - but a local lass. She was pretty good with customers etc but as others have hinted at eventually her ankles began to swell and she was puking in the mornings. She left less than 9 months later.  

Nowt to do with me you understand - think it must be summat she was eating cause she got reeeaally big...

 

[wfp master]

A womens place is in the home.

[robertphil]

i employ two 18 yr old girls and one 18yr old lad . girls have been with me almost 2 yrs and are very popular,mostly doing downs and insides . they are very good on the detailing

[s.w.c]

My mrs works with me, I also find customers like the idea too.

[keyser soze]

i want one for xmas

[A & J Owen Window Cleaning]

hi jay
you will pick quite a few customers up this way as the main cleaning decisions in the household are done by the ladies.we have done well since jen has joined the business. sign written fleece tops with phone number also does well. Try canvassing in jan and feb to get new customers for march cleans.

[Jay Le Huray]

hi jay
you will pick quite a few customers up this way as the main cleaning decisions in the household are done by the ladies.we have done well since jen has joined the business. sign written fleece tops with phone number also does well. Try canvassing in jan and feb to get new customers for march cleans.

thanx buddy at last a positive reply lol