Mastering the Art of Balance: Insights from Shannon Miller, Founder of Klean Freaks University
Sarah Gander 
We delve into Miller’s insights on maintaining equilibrium in the demanding realm of owning and managing a cleaning business and a coaching business.
Mastering the Art of Balance: Insights from Shannon Miller, Founder of Klean Freaks University
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, few individuals epitomize the spirit of resilience and success as Shannon Miller, the visionary Founder and Owner of Klean Freaks University. As a seasoned professional in the cleaning industry, Miller not only leads her businesses with unparalleled dedication but also excels in the delicate dance of balancing work and life. It’s not always easy to wear three hats at a time but you can do it if you plan ahead.
In this blog post, we delve into Miller’s insights on maintaining equilibrium in the demanding realm of owning and managing a cleaning business and a coaching business.
Setting Clear Boundaries
Balancing work and life has to begin with setting clear boundaries. Miller emphasizes the importance of delineating work hours, allowing for a structured workday without impinging on personal time. By establishing these boundaries, she ensures that her dedication to Klean Freaks University coexists harmoniously with her personal life.
Keep Structure in your workday by scheduling in Blocks of time
By really looking at your calendar, plan to do tasks in blocks of time. Shannon, recommends doing certain tasks in 2-3 hour spots. If you have never scheduled your tasks in blocks of time before, go small at first and then look at your schedule 1 week at a time.
As you get better at completing “required” tasks. You will eventually be able to do several tasks in longer periods (blocks of time.)
She also recommends delegating as many “tasks” to others if you have a team. Shannon usually schedules the next following year in the last quarter of the prior year. And operates 4 businesses with a very small team.
Prioritizing Self-Care
Miller is a staunch advocate for self-care, recognizing that a healthy and thriving business starts with a healthy and thriving leader. Regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and moments of relaxation to include meditation, massages and walking among the TREEs in the forest all contribute to her overall well-being, enabling her to approach both professional and personal challenges with renewed energy and focus.
Pro TIP: If self-care is not in your budget, you can always trade services for services. Make sure you have some sort of written contract and trade job for job. So if something you trade for is 400.00, then make sure you give that person a 1x cleaning valued at 400.00 in one visit.
Delegating Effectively
The art of delegation is a crucial skill in maintaining work-life balance. Miller acknowledges the importance of building a reliable team and entrusting them with responsibilities. Delegating tasks not only lightens the workload but also fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment. Everyone is a piece of the puzzle to create a team that propels your success.
Embracing Technology
In today’s digital age, leveraging technology is integral to managing a business efficiently. Miller stays connected with her team and clients through streamlined communication tools, allowing her to be present in both her business and personal life without sacrificing effectiveness. Sometimes it can take a few tries to find the tech that you like.
Flexible Work Models
Recognizing the need for flexibility, Miller has implemented innovative work models at Klean Freaks University. This includes flexible schedules, and a supportive company culture that understands and accommodates the diverse needs of her team members.
Quality Over Quantity
Miller emphasizes the importance of quality over quantity in both business and life. By focusing on meaningful connections with clients, providing exceptional service, and cherishing personal moments, she ensures that every aspect of her life is fulfilling, and purpose driven.
As a cleaning business owner, Shannon Miller exemplifies the delicate art of balancing work and life. Her insights serve as a guiding light for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the significance of clear boundaries, self-care, effective delegation, technological integration, flexible work models, and prioritizing quality in both professional and personal pursuits. With Klean Freaks University as a testament to her success, Miller’s journey offers invaluable lessons for those navigating the intricate dance of entrepreneurship and life.
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Shannon can be reached at https://kleanfreaksuniversity.com/
You can listen to her at https://cleaningbusinesslife.buzzsprout.com
You can watch her on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIjMz_-9YyiFvNVIgb61iYg
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