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Bug Bux Podcast

The Bug Bux Podcast is your go-to resource for launching, growing, and scaling a successful pest control company. Hosted by Allan Draper, entrepreneur, investor, and founder of multiple high-growth service businesses, the podcast delivers real-world insights and proven strategies for pest control owners ready to level up.Allan brings a unique perspective as someone who has built and led pest control companies from the ground up, scaling from zero to multi-million dollar operations. With a passion

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Ep 141: Together We Achieve More featuring Erik...

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2024/06/27

In today’s episode, Eric and Jake welcome Erik Anderson, owner of Utah Pest and Lawn. Erik shares his experience in sales, management, and entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of integrity in sales, the power of networking and starting his own pest control company.Topics include:Introduction (0:00)The Journey of Erik Anderson: From Sales to Entrepreneurship (2:52)Integrity in Sales: Building Trust and Long-Term Relationships (8:05)Knowing the Science of Products (19:04)Networking: Th...

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Ep 140: Reducing Peak Season Call Backs with Staffing...

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2024/06/20

In today’s episode, Eric and Jake discuss the challenges and strategies of managing a pest control company during the peak season. They cover topics such as customer expectations, triaging reservices, staffing, and the use of social media for education and brand building.Topics include:Introduction (0:00)Creating the Right Expectations From the Start (5:13)Communication Process with Customers (11:09)Managing Customer Expectations and Reservices (13:54)Social Media and Educational Content (21:...

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Ep 139: Building the Right Team Early featuring Billy...

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2024/06/13

Building a strong team dynamic based on trust and support is essential for the success of your pest control company. Today Eric and Jake welcome Billy and Taylor Wright, owners of Zona Pest Solutions. Billy and Taylor highlight the importance of early hiring to drive growth for their business. By bringing on a new employee, they were able to focus on growing the business, acquiring new accounts, and expanding their reach in the market. Topics Include:Introduction (0:00)Guest Introduction...

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Building a Family Business That Lasts featuring...

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2024/06/06

In today's episode, Eric and Jake have the pleasure of interviewing Scarlett Nolen, the president of Truly Nolen of America. Scarlett discusses the significance of intentional culture in companies, emphasizing the need for proactive discussions and actions to shape a positive work environment. Scarlett also talks about the challenges and benefits of working in a family business, highlighting the importance of defining success, and the evolving priorities of different generations in the workfo...

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Data-Driven Growth Strategies featuring Cameron...

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2024/05/30

In today's episode, Eric and Jake have the pleasure of welcoming back Cameron Bawden a serial entrepreneur and the owner of Hype Farm Premium Home Services, which oversees several successful brands including Green Mango Pest Control. Cameron shares valuable insights on how he has significantly improved his company's profit margins and strengthened its culture. In addition, Cameron discusses effective strategies for scaling his business while maintaining a strong company culture and high opera...

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Scaling with Integrity and Trust featuring Matt...

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2024/05/23

In today's special Memorial Day episode, Eric and Jake welcome Matt Thompson, owner and CEO of BugPro Pest Control. Matt shares his inspiring journey from being an Airborne Ranger in the United States Army to unexpectedly finding a fulfilling career in pest control. His military background not only instilled a strong sense of discipline and integrity but also deeply influenced his business philosophy. Matt emphasizes the importance of trust, both in the military and in pest control, highlight...

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Ep 135: Cultivating a Performance-Driven Environment...

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2024/05/16

In today's episode, Eric and Jake had the pleasure of welcoming back Colton Gonzalez and Eric Salgado with Firehouse Pest Control. These returning guests shared valuable insights into their journey from firefighting to pest control, emphasizing the importance of integrity and customer service in their business model. In addition, by establishing a system where technicians were incentivized for their sales performance and customer service, they motivated their team members to excel in their ro...

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Ep 134: Building a Strong Company Culture Through...

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2024/05/09

Storytelling is a powerful tool that can be used to build connections and trust with customers, clients, and employees. In today's episode, Eric and Jake welcome Shane Mantz, the regional operations manager at Magna Pest Solutions. Shane discusses the importance of creating a strong brand identity based on core values. In addition, by understanding what is important to you as an individual or organization, you can develop a brand identity that reflects those values and resonates with your tar...

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Ep 133: Overcoming Hiring Challenges Featuring Dennis...

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2024/05/02

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Ep 132: Changing the World Through Pest Control:...

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2024/04/25

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Ep 131: Scaling with Purpose: Featuring Casey Jones...

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2024/04/18

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Ep 130: Building a One-Stop Pest Control Shop:...

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2024/04/11

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Ep 129: Evaluating and Improving Your PCC Featuring...

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2024/04/04

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Ep 128: “Would You Rather” Pest Control Edition

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2024/03/28

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Ep 127: Customers "Under Contract" - Pros and Cons of...

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2024/03/21

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Ep 126: Maximizing Digital Marketing Strategies:...

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2024/03/14

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Ep 125: AI Innovations in Pest Control: Featuring...

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2024/03/07

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Ep 124: Mastering the Art of Networking and Branding...

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2024/02/29

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Ep 123: From Lawn Care to Pest Control: A Journey of...

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2024/02/22

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Ep 122: From Corporate to Entrepreneurship: How to...

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2024/02/15

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