Clumsy Cleaner. Salary: $12,000 

Since housekeepers are so in demand, you decided to cash in with a side gig. Who knows where it could lead? You certainly weren't expecting the answer to be "the hospital," which is where you ended up when you tripped over the vacuum cord and twisted your ankle.

Happy Housekeeper. Salary: $17,000 

As you become more adept at cleaning, clients are popping up all over. Who's whispering your name all over town? Ten families with spotless homes, that's who.

A Sweeping Success. Salary: $20,000 

There's no turning back now—working for yourself is just too great. And word is getting out, too; there are only a few open spots left in your schedule. And around you, spots don't stand a chance.

Spotless Reputation. Salary: $23,500 

A jam-packed schedule has you thinking of starting your own cleaning business. If you clean your own office, can you write off the expense on your taxes?

Maid with the Moolah. Salary: $42,000 

Look at you, turning a part-time job into a business. Now you clean a few houses per week and spend the rest of your days providing training and jobs for other people. You've cleaned-up nicely.