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November 29, 2023 14 mins

EPISODE 44: It’s the merriest, most stressful time of year! Nearly 60% of Americans say they’re stressed out about the holidays, and that’s mostly due to preparing and decorating the home, according to a new survey from Thumbtack. After all, guests will soon be arriving at your doorstep and judging your home. Sorry to say, but they’ll be scrutinizing everything, from the looks to the smell. Let’s all make a better impression this holiday season, while also lessening the stress. Sound too good to be true? In this episode, we breakdown three cleaning styles and personas—Neatnick Nancy, Surely Enough Sally and Laid-Back Laurie—to offer up practical steps to get your house ready—just in time for the holidays. Best of all, hopefully rid you of some of that holiday stress!

 

Home Cleaning Tips for Every Hosting Vibe (Houselogic.com): https://www.houselogic.com/organize-maintain/cleaning-decluttering/home-cleaning-tips-for-every-hosting-vibe/

 

Thumbtack's 2023 Holiday Guide: https://blog.thumbtack.com/prepare-for-the-holiday-season-stress-free-9f18a3207a4c

 

Sound credit for holiday music: Milton

 

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