Why I'd Rather Wrestle a Pollock than Handle a Duster: The Art of Outsourcing Cleaning

Let's be real, I'd rather spend my day debugging code or splashing paint on a canvas than tackling the dust bunnies and vacuum cleaner bags. But hey, dirty doesn't sell and clean doesn't maintain itself, especially when you're in the vacation rental game. Here's why I ditch my DIY ethos when it comes to keeping things spick and span.

Confessions of a Cleaning-Averse Entrepreneur

If my life were a reality show, ‘Too Busy to Dust’ would be a fitting title. Between juggling app developments, mentoring, and family adventures, wielding a duster falls way down my to-do list. Why obsess over dust when there are businesses to build and kids to teach fishing?

That’s where the pros step in. I learned early in my entrepreneur journey that delegation is not a dirty word, it’s a survival tactic. Investing in a full-service cleaning company was a game-changer, especially for handling the chaos of our vacation rentals.

Choosing the Right Cleaning Squad: What Works for Me

I need a team that’s as flexible as a yoga instructor and as detailed as my daughter's art projects. Here's how I pick the right crew:

First, they must get my need for customized cleaning packages—because, surprise, not all rentals are created equal. Second, a good sense of humor helps because dealing with Sky, my husky who’s convinced she's a comedian, is part of the package.

Must-Haves for My Cleaning Crew

• Flexibility to handle sudden bookings
• Eye for detail—no shortcuts!
• Pet-friendly—because, three dogs
• Vacation rental experience—it’s a whole different ballgame
• Good communication—I need updates, not surprises

Essentially, they need to match the hustle of my teenage son at a PS5 launch event.

The Real Deal: Benefits of Full-Service Cleaning

Outsourcing cleaning does more than keep my marriage happy and my properties spotless. It gives me time, and in the currency of life, time is more valuable than the rarest collectible. Here’s why I stick with the professionals:

Efficiency at its best—they clean faster and better. Plus, there’s something oddly satisfying about coming home to a place that smells like it’s straight out of a detergent commercial, without lifting a finger.

Hey, It’s Not Just About Being Lazy

It’s about playing to your strengths. I'm great at many things, but cleaning isn't one of them. Why struggle when I can deploy a team that attacks grime like I tackle coding bugs?

In my entrepreneurial journey, learning to delegate has been as crucial as mastering the semicolon in JavaScript. It’s all about optimizing life’s backend so the frontend looks effortless.

When to DIY vs. Hire:

• If it requires a manual, YouTube it—like fixing a router.
• If it can cause a mess bigger than a two-year-old’s birthday party, call the pros.
• When your spouse’s eye starts twitching at the sight of the mess—definitely hire.
• If your dog starts cleaning up—just kidding, but seriously, get help.

If you see me with a vacuum, it’s probably a sign of the apocalypse. Or a really weird day.