Starting a Small Business
How to Start a Cleaning Business: 9 Steps for 2026
By: Kerry McCreadie
Learn how to start a cleaning business in 2026: choose a niche, handle licenses and startup costs, set pricing, win clients, and manage your crew.
Kerry McCreadie is the Senior Manager of Organic Growth at Homebase, leading SEO and content strategy for small businesses with hourly teams. With over 10 years of experience, Kerry has developed hundreds of templates and resources for business owners. They've run an arts and culture nonprofit for over a decade and operated their own photography business, bringing hands-on small business understanding to everything they create.
Kerry's Articles
Timesheets & Time Tracking
5 Best Small Business Time Clocks for 2026
By: Kerry McCreadie
Find the best time clock for your small business. Compare 5 top apps by price, features, and ease of use, and see if a physical clock makes more sense for your team.
Employee Scheduling
How to Make a Schedule in Excel: Step-by-Step Guide
By: Kerry McCreadie
Learn how to make a work schedule in Excel step by step, with free templates, shift formulas, and tips for managing your hourly team.
Managing a Small Business
Restaurant Communication: 8 Ways To Build a Stronger Team
By: Kerry McCreadie
Strong restaurant communication keeps your team aligned and cuts costly mistakes. Learn 8 practical ways to improve it on your next shift.
Employee Scheduling
Best Web Based Employee Scheduling Software in 2026
By: Kerry McCreadie
The best web based employee scheduling software for small businesses. Compare top picks, key features, and free options for hourly teams.
Manage a Team
Split Shift: What It Is, How It Works, and What Employers Need to Know
By: Kerry McCreadie
Learn what a split shift is, how it works, and the laws you need to follow. Get practical tips to schedule split shifts and control labor costs at your small business.