The PestWeb Podcast: Recent Episodes
The PestWeb Podcast
Tips, trends, and product advice for pest control professionals. Get business and industry insights from hosts Erin Monteagudo and Andrew Assir, plus guest experts in pest control technology, entomology, and strategy.
Did you know that most pest control companies lose 60% of their new customers in the first three years? Did you know that it costs more to get a new pest customer from ppc, door knocking or lead buying than you'll make on that same customer in year one?
Listen how Veseris's Andrew Assir and Oliver Bigler, Partnerships Director at FreshLime describe how spending just a few dollars and a little focus on your existing customers can double your growth rate and pay you back with 37% more revenue in your pocket, and hear the secret tools, technology and techniques pest control companies use to show the love to their customers through automated and integrated solutions that are cheap and easy to use - to automate outbound and inbound customer communication, text, email, webchat, phone and CRMs.
Veseris customers receive 20% off FreshLIme services. Go to www.freshlime.com/veseris
Erin & James Osuch, Vice President of Sales, Rockwell Labs
Botanical insecticides are often minimum risk pesticides under FIFRA section 25(b) that are exempt from registration by the EPA (although states may require registration). Are they only a match for “green” customers or do they have benefits that meet or exceed those provided by synthetic insecticides? In this episode, James Osuch explains that careful formulation makes a difference in what can be expected from botanical insecticides. This episode is sponsored by Rockwell Labs.
• Comparing botanical insecticides to synthetic insecticides • How botanical insecticides provide resistance management • Application restrictions PMPs don’t have to worry about with EcoVia products
The National Conference on Urban Entomology, or NCUE, is a biennial conference where the most current research in urban entomology is presented by professors, their students, and scientists working in extension or other government programs. Described as an intimate conference with usually 200 to 300 attendees, NCUE provides an ideal setting for PMPs to talk directly to researchers about their work and how it may impact our industry. In this episode, Dr. Bob Davis gives us some background about NCUE and goes over notes from the latest conference. This episode is sponsored by BASF.
- History of NCUE
- Notes from the recent virtual conference
- Where to find conference proceedings and info on upcoming conferences
With the daily challenges of running and operating your PMP business, why make time to look at all the financials? In this episode, Dan Gordon, Managing Member of PCO Bookkeepers answers this question and several others about why you can’t afford not to look at your financial statements. Whether you plan to buy, grow or sell your business – we break down the key metrics and components to help your business flourish in 2021.
Dan Gordon, CPA has written articles and presented for NPMA, PMP, and PCT as well as state Pest Associations. His expertise is in entrepreneurship and new venture management. He has personally been involved with building two pest control companies that employ over 100 full time employees.
This episode is sponsored by MGK.
Interested in making the most of your existing routes to grow your business? It's easier than you think, especially with bird control. In this episode you will learn how to:
Add bird control to your routes with minimal investment Apply protocols to bird control already being used for wildlife and pest Guide no-pressure discussions to help your customers Inspect and match the right products for the job Avoid common mistakes
The right technical director does more than identify insects. In this episode, we discuss finding the right expert to boost your training and operations.
A large segment of your best prospects is on social media — which is why it’s a prime place to market your company. In this episode, we talk about how PMPs can better use social media to build name recognition, educate customers, and convert leads.
Looking to add bird control services to your routes? In this episode, we discuss what PMPs often get wrong about bird management — plus product tips, installation techniques, and more.
Struggling with ant infestations? In this episode, learn the tips and tricks you may have missed plus product recommendations from an ant expert.
Could your business be suffering from ineffective termite treatments? In this episode, discover the most common treatment mistakes — and how to fix them.
Is your business equipped to meet the growing demand for mosquito services? In this episode, learn what these popular services entail — and how successful PMPs are using them to spur lasting growth.
Turf and ornamental services are giving an increasing number of PMPs the opportunity to build business among new and existing customers. In this episode, you’ll learn why T&O is so promising, and how you can get started selling these services.
As warmer weather approaches, we’re discussing the product successful PMPs are using for mosquito management — and how it’s changing the way they do business. Learn their secret by listening in today.
Even as our industry faces uncertain times, your team can stay productive and prepared by staying on top of training. Join us as we discuss why successful PMPs are using online training to bolster their businesses.
Our series continues with a close look at common inventory challenges — and how your team can overcome them. Join us and industry expert Doug Wyly as we discuss how Inventory Manager enables businesses to stay focused on growth.
We're kicking off The PestWeb Podcast with our first episode on how to take your pest control career to the next level! Listen in to Dr. Bob Davis from BASF as he explains what the ACE Certification Program is and how PMPs can use it to get ahead.