One of my favorite hobbies is photography. I’ve always had an interest in taking good photographs, but in the past two years my pursuit of taking great photos has risen to a new level of importance. That’s when I joined a local photo club, the Leconte Photographic Society. It’s a great group of dedicated folks […]
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What every tech should have in their truck
As we get ready for spring, here’s a list of 26 items you and your techs might need (or probably...
Listen carefully to your customers
Customers depend on us to listen to their needs and respond with great service, so it’s important to listen carefully....
Will marijuana legalization hit your bottom line?
The high cost of drug use. As more and more states legalize marijuana — Missouri, Rhode Island and Virginia may...
How to up your website’s Google game
Have you searched your business name online lately? Is your website the first result, or are you even on the...
Multiple termite inspection documents tell the whole story
Not only can termite callbacks be costly for a pest management company’s bottom line, they can negatively affect relationships with...
Better time management increases profits
I was at a seminar the other day, and asked the attendees whether they ever thought about what they sell....
How marijuana legalization impacts your pest management business
With marijuana now legalized for medical or recreational use in several states, what is a pest management company’s responsibility to...
4 PMP Growth Summit revelations
Pest Management Professional hosted eight industry-leading suppliers, and 30 pest management professionals (PMPs) representing 24 companies at its inaugural PMP...
7 steps to a more ‘fit’ pest management firm
Treat business like a workout, both mentally and fiscally, and see the difference. In addition to being a police officer,...
PMP Growth Summit: Schopen shares lessons learned
The president of Schopen Pest Solutions reflects upon what makes a company successful. Pete Schopen, the “Start-up Diaries” columnist for...
Tips on selling to customers face-to-face
The Smoky Mountain Conference is a pest management school that the East Tennessee Pest Control Association hosts each year in...
PMP Growth Summit: A new wrinkle in networking
Imagine spending three days and two nights at a gorgeous Florida resort, away from theme parks and other distractions. You’re...
7 ways to keep the money you make
The funny thing about running your own company is that everyone else thinks you’re cheap. I remember working for my...
Are photo apps for technicians worth a shot?
During your last training meeting, you underscored to your techs how important it is to take photos at every account,...
Donnie Shelton talks inbound marketing
Donnie Shelton, president and CEO of Charlotte, N.C.-based Triangle Pest Control, talks about how he got into the pest control...