Best Allan Draper Podcasts (2025)

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The least expensive way to turn your customers into referring machines | EP 215 35:47

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In this episode of The Bug Bux Podcast, host Allan Draper sits down with Reagan Nickl, Vice President of Customer Success at Ask Nicely, to talk about one of the most overlooked growth levers in the pest control industry: customer experience. While many PCOs are focused on marketing, advertising, and new customer acquisition, Reagan shares why the …

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Thankful, Focused, and Ready for 2026: Allan’s Ultimate Goal-Setting Episode | EP 214 30:06

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In this special Thanksgiving episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Allan Draper opens up about gratitude, community, and the transformative power of clear goal-setting. Recorded ahead of the holiday but released on Thanksgiving weekend, Allan reflects on the origins of the Bug Bucks community, how it was born during one of the most turbulent times in t…

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How Pest Pros Can Thrive Amid New Regulations In Pest Control | EP 213 40:09

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In this episode of The Bug Bux Podcast, host Allan Draper sits down with Isabelle Lucero, Technical Sales and Compliance Manager at JT Eaton, to unpack one of the industry’s most pressing topics, the evolving landscape of pesticide and rodenticide regulations. Isabelle, who holds a master’s degree in entomology from the University of Kentucky, shar…

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How to build success without regret | EP 212 28:06

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In this solo episode, Allan Draper dives deep into one of the most misunderstood parts of entrepreneurship — sacrifice. Drawing from his own early experiences building Proof Pest Control and lessons from his upcoming book, Allan challenges the idea that sacrifice means loss. He explains why true sacrifice only happens when we trade something of gre…

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Family, Grit, and Growth | EP211 38:02

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In this episode, Allan Draper sits down with Davin, the 21-year-old owner of Redline Pest Control, a fast-growing, family-owned company out of Arizona. Davin shares how his early experiences in solar and carwash sales fueled his passion for entrepreneurship — and how he turned those lessons into a thriving pest control business. From running servic…

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Real Pest World: The Legacy Blueprint | EP 210 31:49

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Join your host, Allan Draper, and the guys on the final night in the Real Pest World house in Orlando. With the "The Real Pest World Orlando" officially wrapped, the crew is both tired and motivated as they share their closing thoughts, highlights, and the powerful connections they've solidified. This episode isn't just a recap; it's a look ahead. …

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15 Pest Business Owners, One House, $100M in Combined Revenue | The Real Pest World Begins | EP 209 39:39

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In this episode, Allan Draper hosts a special edition of The Bug Bux Podcast—recorded live from The Real Pest World House in Orlando during PestWorld 2025. Joined by 15 pest control owners representing over $100 million in combined revenue, all coming together under one roof to collaborate—not compete. The group opens up about why they created the …

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Motivating Technicians & Mastering Reviews | EP 208 37:39

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In this episode, Allan Draper sits down with Taylor Olson, CEO and co-founder of Applause, the employee engagement and performance platform designed specifically for home service companies. Taylor, who many in the industry know as the co-founder of Slingshot, shares his journey of building solutions that bridge the gap between technician performanc…

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A House Full of PCOs? What Could Possibly Go Wrong? | EP 207 48:26

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This episode kicks off something totally new for the Bug Bux community. Allan is joined by Travis Bottoms and Tyler Sublette from Nice Pest Company to talk about their plans for Pest World — where they’ll be staying in a house packed with pest control pros and vendors, Big Brother–style. They share what they’re most excited for, why events like Pes…

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The #1 Secret to Retaining Pest Control Employees (Hint: It’s NOT a Pay Raise) | EP 206 35:03

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Hiring is tough. Retaining great technicians? Even tougher. The pest control industry is facing one of its biggest challenges yet: keeping good employees from walking out the door. In this episode, Allan is joined by Erik Osborne and Anthony Eshaghi from Journey Health to talk about a game-changing strategy that most PCOs overlook when it comes to …

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Your PCO website may be out of date and you might not even know it – with Mat Rogers | EP 205 42:56

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Allan is joined by his business partner, Mat Rogers, for a powerful deep dive into what Mat calls the second digital marketing renaissance. They break down how AI is completely changing the way pest control companies are found online, why websites built before 2025 are already out of date, and what PCOs can do right now to stay ahead of the curve. …

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Starting at 21, Scaling to Millions | EP 204 41:32

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In this episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Chad Louk, founder of Prodigy Pest Solutions in Florida. Chad launched his company in 2018 at just 21 years old, starting as a one-man operation and scaling it into three thriving branches with a fourth on the way. Chad shares his journey from grinding it out on the doors to lead…

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From Zero to a Pest Control Powerhouse | EP 203 37:10

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In this episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Allan welcomes Seth Fenn, the founder of Cura Pest Control and a third-generation pest professional with deep roots in the industry. After starting his career in pest control, Seth stepped away to gain valuable experience in the construction and finance sectors. Those years gave him a unique skill set and p…

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The Truth About D2D in Pest Control | EP 202 49:44

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In this episode, Allan sits down with Lenny Gray, a pioneer in door-to-door (D2D) pest control. Lenny sold nearly 500 accounts in his first summer with Orkin, later founded Mountain West Pest Control (Rove) before its acquisition by Terminix, and has trained thousands of sales reps nationwide. He’s also the author of Door-to-Door Millionaire, the g…

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Episode 201: From Survival to Legacy 48:19

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In this inspiring and candid episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, host Allan Draper sits down with Skye LaJaunie, CEO of LaJaunie’s Pest Control and founder of the Eagles Nest Mastermind, to explore the deeper side of entrepreneurship in the pest control industry. Skye opens up about her journey from humble beginnings to running a thriving pest contro…

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Episode 200: How One Relationship Can Change Your Business 48:05

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When Alan Framer started his pest control company 16 years ago, he faced the same uncertainty and challenges every new business owner experiences. But he had something many don’t, a seasoned guide. Ray Johnson, former owner of Johnson Pest Control and past President of the NPMA, agreed to mentor him. Alan traveled to Tennessee to work alongside Ray…

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Episode 199: Starting a Pest Control Company with $5K; Real Talk from the Field 59:29

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What would you do if you only had $5,000 to start your pest control company? In this special roundtable episode, Allan Draper is joined by industry pros Paul Alley, Kyle Weaver, and Bill Kellough to break down exactly how they'd launch from scratch, no fluff, just real experience. From licensing, insurance, and budgeting to guerrilla marketing, soc…

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Episode 198: The First 5 Hires to Build a Pest Control Empire (Without Burning Out) 23:23

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In this powerful solo episode, Allan Draper dives deep into one of the most important decisions a business owner will ever make, who to hire first when starting or scaling a pest control company. Allan breaks down the first five hires he recommends for building a company that doesn’t just survive, but thrives without you. He starts with why your fi…

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Episode 197: Hiring Gold: How VAs Can Transform Your Team Without Breaking the Bank 37:54

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Don’t miss Allan’s take on the most compelling reason to hire a VA, spoiler alert: it’s not just about saving money. In this episode, Allan sits down with Seth Watson of Focus Virtual Assistants to dig into one of the most overlooked ways to strengthen your pest control company; hiring the right people. They discuss the realities of finding, hiring…

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Episode 196: How to Actually Stand Out: Real Marketing for Real Pest Control Growth 33:01

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Are you just another pest control company, or are you building a brand that stands out? In this episode, Allan Draper sits down with Andrew Peluso, founder of Pesty Marketing, to talk about what really separates high-growth PCOs from the rest. From targeting the right audience to dialing in your messaging and actually backing it up, this conversati…

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Episode 195: Mid-Season Motivation, P&L Mastery & a Call for Clarity 33:55

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In this special solo episode, Allan Draper brings a timely dose of motivation, strategy, and tough love for pest control business owners. Recorded on the 4th of July from rainy Idaho, Allan reflects on three key topics every PCO should hear: A Lesson in Clarity: Allan clears up a recent podcast comment on organic products and shares a crucial lesso…

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Episode 194: Flipping the Script: How Travis Bottoms Is Making Pest Control 'Nice 31:47

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Don't miss the part where Allan admits: "I didn’t think I’d be crying during this episode." It’s raw, it’s inspiring, and it’s... Nice. In this heartfelt and high-energy episode, host Allan Draper sits down with Travis Bottoms — 13-year industry vet and co-founder of Nice Pest Company — to explore how authenticity, humor, and heart are transforming…

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Episode 193: Culture, Creativity, and a Big Reveal with Lee Barrett of NISUS 31:03

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In this powerhouse episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Allan sits down with Lee Barrett, President of NISUS Corporation and former CFL running back, to talk about what really makes a company thrive; ts people. From building strong internal culture to empowering team members with creativity and autonomy, Lee shares the leadership philosophies that hav…

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Episode 192: Don't Get fined by the department of AG with Toni Simei 35:34

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In this info-packed episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan sits down with Toni Simei of Arkion to dig into the world of natural pest control. From what really makes a product “organic” to how Arkion is changing the game with their unique formulations, Toni shares what pest control pros need to know about mosquito and tick control in 2025. They also …

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Episode 191: The Power & Pitfalls of Partnerships with Allan Draper 24:37

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In this episode, Allan Draper, entrepreneur and founder of Bug Bux, shares the origin story of Bug Bux and what’s on the horizon. He dives into the dynamics of partnerships in the home services space, discussing the challenges, opportunities, and keys to building strong, mutually beneficial business relationships.…

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Episode 190: Mayor, Firefighter, Pest Pro: The Wild First Year of Matt Alexander 47:20

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What do you get when you combine a firefighter, a small-town mayor, and a first-time pest control business owner? You get Matt Alexander—a man who's literally putting out fires on and off the job. In this high-energy episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Eric and Jake sit down with Matt to talk about his whirlwind first year as the founder of Aero Pest…

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Episode 189: The Spy Who Loved Bugs: Global Pest Control, Mad Science & the Future of Insecticides 53:35

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In this wildly entertaining and surprisingly heartfelt episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Eric and Jake sit down with the “mad scientist of Syngenta” herself, Lisa Eppler. From studying parasitic wasps in Germany to field-testing herbicides for the Swiss EPA (no, she’s not actually a spy… or is she?), Lisa takes us through her unique journey into th…

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Episode 188 : Beating the Algorithm: How AI is Rewriting Marketing Rules for Pest Control Companies 48:38

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In this high-energy episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Eric and Jake sit down with Matt Rogers, COO of Lizard, to break down how artificial intelligence is flipping the script on digital marketing. From old-school Yellow Pages nostalgia to the latest in AI-driven SEO, Matt walks us through the new marketing KPIs pest control owners should be trackin…

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Episode 187: Behind the Scenes of the NPMA with Dr. Jim Fredericks 47:15

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In this jam-packed episode of the Bug Bux podcast, Eric and Jake sit down with the legendary Dr. Jim Fredericks—board-certified entomologist and Senior VP of Public Affairs at the NPMA. From tick awareness and pest control PR to the difference between NPMA and PPMA, they dig into the resources that can help pest pros thrive. Jim shares insider info…

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Episode 186: Nailing the Knock: Mastering Door-to-Door Sales with Eric Bassett & Jake Claus 1:02:33

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus dive into the art (and science) of door-to-door sales—sparked by a real-world question from Dan Christensen in the Facebook group. They unpack why some deals fall apart before the initial service, what it means to sell the right way, and how to train a sales team that closes …

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Episode 185: Scaling through Unity and Extreme Ownership with Aaron Davis 51:40

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with Natura Pest Control's GM and intrapreneur extraordinaire, Aaron Davis. From unexpected beginnings to leading a powerhouse team, Aaron shares the real-world strategies behind building unity, developing leadership, and running tight, high-performing pest control operati…

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Episode 184: How to Reduce Customer Cancellations and Boost Retention Rates 45:06

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric Basset and Jake Claus discuss powerful strategies every pest control company owner needs to know. From the roots of attrition to retention team strategies and subscription billing hacks, they unpack what keeps customers loyal and what sends them running. Whether you're a startup or scaling a large operat…

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Episode 183: Rain, Snow, and Pests—Oh My! Pest Control Protocols for Every Forecast 31:48

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric and Jake dive into the nitty-gritty of how weather impacts pest control—from rainy-day treatments in the Pacific Northwest to snow-driven rodent and vole activity. They share real-world strategies, smart technician tips, and creative product solutions for servicing in tough conditions, all while keeping …

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Episode 182: Crushing Sales Barriers and Revolutionizing Field Teams with Paiv 50:45

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In this powerful episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with Jess Reagan, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Paiv, to explore how cutting-edge AI technology is reshaping the world of field sales. From real-time coaching and gamification to territory management and CRM integration, Jess shares how Paiv empowe…

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Episode 181: Bug Bux Con Recap: A First Time Success and What’s Next 53:44

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus dive into the highlights of our very first Bug Bux Con! From a packed event with just six weeks of planning, to scorpion hunting after hours, the conference was a huge success. They share behind-the-scenes stories, unforgettable moments, and key insights from speakers like Le…

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Episode 180: Industry insights and innovations with Nick Grisafe from Syngenta 36:49

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In this insightful episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with Nick Grisafe, a longtime industry expert from Syngenta, to discuss the industry’s biggest challenges and innovations. They dive into Integrated Pest Management (IPM), best practices for application, and why many professionals struggle to implement IPM…

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Episode 179: Mastering Product Inventory & Strategy with Pest Management Supply 43:16

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with Jared Ingalls, Vice President of Sales at Pest Management Supply. Jared shares insights from his 30+ years in the pest control industry, discussing everything from effective vendor relationships and product forecasting to the growing demand for rodent control an…

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Episode 178: Breaking Barriers in Pest Control: Eve Pappas’ Inspiring Journe 48:49

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On todays episode of The Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with industry legend Eve Pappas, VP of Business Development & Growth at Hoffman’s Exterminating. With over 40 years in the pest control industry, Eve shares her journey from being one of the few women in the field to leading multimillion-dollar growth initiatives. …

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Episode 177: Big accounts, Big Opportunities: How to Land and Manage Large Property Management Deals 33:52

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus tackle a hot question from the Facebook group: How do you price and manage pest control services for a large property management company? They break down strategies for setting fair pricing, structuring service agreements, handling warranties, and ensuring profitability—while…

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Episode 176: Unlocking Growth with Wolfpack Advising 49:43

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus dive into the fascinating journey of Aaron Shishilla, CEO and founder of Wolfpack Advising. Aaron shares his unexpected career path—from working at Publix, to getting “Claused” by a coworker, to building a nationally recognized digital marketing agency specializing in pest co…

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Episode 175: “This or That” Pest Control Edition 34:20

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus shake things up with a unique “This or That” debate—pest control style! With a little help from AI, they tackle industry questions like residential vs. commercial services, DIY pest control vs. professional treatment, contracts vs. one-time services, and more. They also dive …

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Episode 174: Inside Sales Revolution: How Vult is Changing Industry Growth 49:01

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with Josh Zuniga to discuss Vult, his game-changing inside sales solution for pest control companies. From selling 1,500 door-to-door accounts in a single season to launching a scalable, high-performance sales engine, Josh shares his vision for helping pest control b…

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Episode 173: The Power of People: Josh Schiffman’s key to Building a Legacy 56:34

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with industry leader Josh Shifman, owner of Sage Pest Control, to uncover his journey from selling alarms to dominating the pest control space. Josh shares insights on strategic market expansion, the power of community engagement, the role of AI and VR in the future …

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Episode 172: Mastering Price Increases and Customer Retention 48:55

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric Bassett and Jake Claus tackle one of the most challenging aspects of running a pest control business: raising prices without losing customers. From maintaining profitability to navigating conversations with long-time clients, they share actionable strategies for communicating price adjustments, managing …

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Episode 171: Unconventional Risks, Unexpected Rewards: The Ben Riches Story 48:46

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Join hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus in this inspiring episode of the Bug Bux Podcast. Tune in as they sit down with Ben Riches, a 23-year-old high school dropout turned successful pest control entrepreneur. Discover how Ben built his business from scratch, growing it to $250,000 in revenue with nearly 300 recurring customers in just one year. Fr…

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Ep 170: Banker to Bug Guy. Featuring David Morgan from Biggest Bird Pest Control 49:19

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Jake and Jana Claus dive into an inspiring journey with David Morgan, the founder of Biggest Bird Pest Control, as he shares how he transitioned from managing a bank to starting his own pest control company—all while honoring a heartfelt legacy. Hear his insights on balancing a full-time job, the challenges o…

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Ep 169: Turning Rodents into Revenue 43:03

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric Bassett and Jake Claus discuss the intricacies of rodent control, offering practical advice for pest control professionals. From investigating rodent activity and pricing strategies to the science behind bait stations and the importance of PPE, this episode covers everything you need to know to create ef…

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Ep 168: Acquisitions: The Devil in the Details 31:09

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric Bassett and Jake Claus dive deep into the intricacies of purchasing a pest control company. From real-life acquisition stories to tips for minimizing risk, they cover everything you need to know. Whether you’re scaling your pest control company or just exploring growth strategies, this episode offers act…

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Ep 167: Risks, Revenue, and Recruiting - D2D Scaling Secrets 36:12

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Dive into this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, where hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus tackle the nuances of door-to-door sales. From the pros and cons of building an internal sales team to partnering with door-to-door marketing teams, they provide actionable insights and real-world examples. Learn about recruiting, managing, and compensating sales…