Best Allan Draper Podcasts (2023)

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep128: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Wealth Through Real Estate Investing 20:53

7h ago20:53

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Patrick Grimes. Patrick is the Founder and CEO of Invest on Main Street. He has over fourteen years of experience in active real estate investments, purchasing distressed assets, renovating, and stabilizing for long-term cash flow. Patrick also co-authored an Amazon #1 best-selling book, “Persistence, Pivots, and …

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 86: Learning Through Failure: How Mistakes Can Lead to Success for a Pest Control Company 26:35

5h ago26:35

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric talk about a few mistakes they have made with their pest control company. They discuss the importance of reframing mistakes as a learning experience and they highlight stories of how they have turned their mistakes into valuable lessons. As a PCO, taking ownership when making mistakes is a sign of accountability a…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 85: Meaningful Ways to Differentiate Your Pest Control Company from Competitors 29:57

5d ago29:57

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Tune in to this episode and catch Allan and Eric as they share their top five strategies for distinguishing your company from others. In today’s episode, Allan and Eric answer a question posted in the Bug Bux Facebook Group: How to differentiate your company from competitors in a meaningful way? They discuss the importance of creating a personal co…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep127: Leading with Trust: Strategies for Building Stronger Teams 30:47

6d ago30:47

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Mike Manazir. Mike has a passion for stories, leadership, big ships, fast jets, and thundering Harleys. Mike is the author of the book “Lead to Win” and was a Top Gun Fighter Pilot. He retired as a Two-Star Admiral and is now an executive with a Fortune 100 aerospace and defense company. Allan and Mike discuss why…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 84: Buzzing with Success: Marketing Tips to Grow Your Pest Control Company 37:01

12d ago37:01

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This episode offers expert insights and actionable tips to help you effectively market and grow your pest control company. In today’s episode, Allan and Eric welcome back Mat Rogers for the 5th time on the podcast. Mat is the COO of Lizard SEM. Mat talks about Local Service Ads, which are Google's paid advertising platform that helps local business…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep126: Unlocking Happiness: The Power of Pursuing Your Passion 25:58

13d ago25:58

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Brian Will. Brian is a highly experienced serial entrepreneur and best-selling author of “The Dropout Multi-Millionaire.” He has mentored numerous businesses and helped drive billions!! By maintaining a positive attitude and reading hundreds of books to educate himself, Brian was able to overcome his challenging p…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 83: Josh Zuniga and the Rise of Zunex - Record Setting D2D Sales and Scaling 34:32

19d ago34:32

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In today’s episode, Eric welcomes Josh Zuniga back to the show. Josh is the owner of Zunex Pest Control. Josh not only experienced tremendous success in door-to-door sales, he also took that knowledge and started his own pest control company. Josh advises that young PCOs should focus on their strengths and outsource their weaknesses to be successfu…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep125: Ever Considered Opening A Franchise? Start Here 29:36

20d ago29:36

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Scotty Milas. Scotty has been an entrepreneur dating back to his teen years when he started small businesses mowing lawns, raking leaves, and shoveling snow. He could not ignore the calling of his entrepreneurial spirit, so his journey to pursue a business career began. Allan and Scotty explore the advantages and …

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 82: Exploring the Pros and Cons of Having a Centralized Location 17:30

26d ago17:30

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric discuss valuable insights on how to determine which aspects of your pest control company should be centralized or decentralized. A centralized approach to running your company can help optimize efficiency and productivity, allowing individuals to work together more effectively towards a common goal. By listening t…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep124: Uncovering the Hidden Traits of Top Performing Entrepreneurs 26:42

27d ago26:42

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Jason Hewlett. Jason is the only speaker in the world teaching leadership in a performance of uncanny musical and comedy impressions, utilizing the legends of the stage. “The Promise” is a keynote speech that feels like a show, with proven processes, and immediately implementable takeaways to transform your busine…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 81: Maximizing Profits: The Importance of a Strategic Plan for Implementing a Price Increase for Your Pest Control Company 27:28

1M ago27:28

27:28

In today’s episode, Allan and Eric discuss how PCO’s can safeguard their profitability by having a strategic price increase plan. Although implementing price increases can be intimidating, it is a necessary measure to optimize profits and secure the longevity of your pest control company.By Allan Draper and Eric Bassett

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep123: Building Resilience: A Key Factor in Entrepreneurial Success 31:51

1M ago31:51

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In today’s rerun episode, Allan welcomes Marty Strong. Marty is a retired Navy SEAL officer and combat veteran. He is a consultant, speaker, the author of nine novels, and a practicing CEO. Allan and Marty dive into the importance of psychological resilience for entrepreneurs. They explore how implementing scenario-based training with real-life sit…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 80: How to Scale Your Pest Control Company Without Sacrificing Your Priorities 22:35

1M ago22:35

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric talk about ways a PCO can scale their company while keeping a healthy work-life balance. It is important to be intentional with your time and prioritize what matters most to you. Maintaining a healthy and fulfilling life both at work and outside of work helps reduce stress, improve mental, and physical health, and…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep122: What I Wish I Knew When I Started My Business: Questions and Answers with Allan Draper 16:07

1M ago16:07

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In today’s episode, Allan provides answers to crucial questions, which can aid entrepreneurs in their journey toward success and growth. The questions he answers are: 1. What have been some of the biggest challenges you've faced while scaling your business, and how have you overcome them? 2. How or why is it important to differentiate your business…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 79: MUST DO’S for Launching and Growing a Successful Pest Control Company 25:04

2M ago25:04

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In today's episode, Allan and Eric discuss the must-do’s for your pest control company. Taking into account the various factors involved, this episode emphasizes the critical measures that all PCOs must undertake. To run your business successfully you'll need the proper insurance, effective bookkeeping practices, correct operating licenses, safety …

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep121: Easy Tips to Jumpstart Your Real Estate Investment Journey 30:18

2M ago30:18

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In today's episode, Allan welcomes Tyler Blair. Tyler is the Founder and CEO of the Legacy Real Estate Team, which started in 2016. Tyler was recently honored with the 2023 WeServ Young Professionals Network 40 Under 40 Award. Allan and Tyler discuss the importance of having a receptive attitude toward learning new things and allowing time to work …

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 78: The Ultimate Recap: Eric Bassett's Breakdown of Episodes 75 and 76 21:23

2M ago21:23

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In this episode, Eric Bassett provides a comprehensive recap of a few recent podcast episodes. Episode 75 is all about protecting your existing customer base from door knockers from other companies. In episode 76, Eric highlights key topics of various questions posted in the Bug Bux Facebook group. This is a recap episode you won't want to miss.…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep120: Mastering the Art of Entrepreneurship: Insights from Our Expert Guests 15:01

2M ago15:01

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In this recap episode, we highlight the key takeaways and insights shared by Kelly Shaw, Luke Andrews, Jack Gibson, and Tom Lelyo. We dive into their entrepreneurial journey, learning about their challenges, successes, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and inspiration from some of the m…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 77: Revolutionize Your Business with Contact Marketing with Craig Shetterly 39:12

2M ago39:12

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric welcome back Craig Shetterly. Craig is the mastermind behind Contatto Marketing, a revolutionary contact marketing firm. With his expertise in directly reaching out to potential customers and business owners, Craig unleashes a goldmine of strategies that can help pest control companies boost their commercial sales…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep119: The Best Way To Grow Personally and Professionally - Start a Business 27:19

2M ago27:19

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This rerun episode is a must-listen! You won't want to miss a single minute of this engaging and informative episode. So grab your headphones and get ready to be inspired! Nick is an author, online entrepreneur, and host of the award-winning Side Hustle Show podcast, which features new part-time business ideas each week. As Chief Side Hustler at Si…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 76: Strategies for Achieving Sustainable Growth For Your Pest Control Company 32:26

2M ago32:26

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric answer questions posted in the Bug Bux Facebook Group. They share insights on how pest control companies can effectively communicate the value of their services to customers. In addition, they explain the importance of setting an accurate price point, as well as establishing Q1 growth goals for recurring revenue.…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep118: How To Achieve Your Peak Performance with Exceptional Leadership Skills 27:28

2M ago27:28

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Mark Herschberg. Mark is the author of “The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You.” Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures at startups and Fortune 500s. Mark shares his insight on the importance of developing leadership skills within an organization and how to…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 75: Door-to-Door Marketing: Strategies for Protecting and Retaining Your Customers 31:19

2M ago31:19

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric discuss how door-to-door marketing can affect your pest control company. Reminding your technicians to make a personal connection with your customers is crucial for building strong relationships and increasing customer loyalty. In addition, acknowledging and understanding your customers' wants, interests, and need…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep117: Building a Thriving Business: The Benefits of Customer Referrals 26:33

3M ago26:33

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Bill Utnage. Bill is a seasoned entrepreneur, coach, speaker, and author. He has over three decades of experience owning and running service-based businesses in healthcare and real estate. Allan and Bill discuss the power of referrals and why they are the best kind of leads for your business. Clients prefer to do …

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 74: From Zero to One Million: Strategies for Scaling Your PCC to $1,000,000 in Annual Revenue 31:55

3M ago31:55

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric discuss the different financial milestones that pest control companies reach leading up to the 1 million dollar mark. As your PCC is growing, an important thing to think about is documenting your systems and processes early on, this will help you scale your company faster. In addition, it is essential to take the …

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep116: Finding Balance Between Passion and Money: Ways to Pursue Your Dream Career without Sacrificing Your Finances 26:20

3M ago26:20

26:20

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Tom Lelyo. Tom is a professional Jet Broker, husband, father, and lover of aviation. He helps jet owners buy and sell their jets with ease, without wasting time or losing money. Allan and Tom discuss the importance of finding the balance between passion and money, which is a common challenge faced by many entrepre…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 73: Bringing Answers to Your Pest Control Questions: A Live Q&A Event with Your Hosts Allan Draper and Eric Bassett 29:53

3M ago29:53

29:53

In today’s episode, Allan and Eric answer questions asked during the Bug Bux Facebook live event on February 28th, 2023. A few of the topics that were discussed are: 1. How does different weather affect the pest control industry? 2. The pros and cons of giving out free estimates for pest inspections. 3. Growing your pest control company into a new …

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep115: The Ultimate Investment: Unlock Your Greatest Asset and Invest In Yourself 28:39

3M ago28:39

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Jack Gibson. Jack is an international, serial entrepreneur and financial thought leader. He began his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 19 in direct sales and built a multimillion-dollar venture. Allan and Jack discuss how starting and growing a business is a very gratifying and empowering experience for entre…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 72: Tips for Improving Driver Safety and Creating an Exceptional Safety Culture in Your Pest Control Company 34:12

3M ago34:12

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric welcome Andrew de la Chapelle. Andrew has worked in the telematics space for years and he created driving scoring matrices that are used today by many leading telematics companies. Allan, Eric, and Andrew discuss some of the dangers of driving and why investing in formal driving training is critical for your pest …

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep114: A Beginner's Guide to Starting a Real Estate Investment Portfolio 30:38

3M ago30:38

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Luke Andrews. Luke is a real estate entrepreneur who sells, leads, and invests. He is a best-selling author who has purchased 40 rental properties before turning 40. Allan and Luke discuss why finding a real estate mentor is a great way to help you navigate the complexities that come with investing in real estate.…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 71: The Power of Exceptional Customer Service For Your Pest Control Company 31:18

3M ago31:18

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric welcome Lee Thompson. Lee fell in love with the pest control industry after being recruited by Terminix and later ran their 4th largest office in the country. Allan, Eric and Lee discuss why investing in exceptional customer service can have a big impact on your bottom line. Providing great customer service will l…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep113: Sell or Die-Why Sales are So Crucial to Startup Success 31:30

3M ago31:30

31:30

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Kelly Shaw. Kelly has a passion for sales and salespeople. He has been in sales for over 40 years and still has a thriving sales practice today. Increasing sales is the most effective way for businesses to manage and solve financial concerns. In addition, hiring and training a strong sales team will help your busi…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 70: Unveiling Industry Secrets: Hosts Allan Draper and Eric Basset Answer Burning Questions from Pest Control Experts 25:12

4M ago25:12

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric answer questions asked by PCO’s in the Bug Bux Facebook group. The questions answered in this episode are: 1. At what point is a customer too much of a liability? 2. What’s the best way to build relationships and camaraderie between 3rd party D2D representatives and the technicians working with them? 3. What is th…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep112: How To Identify and Meet Your Customer Needs 24:27

4M ago24:27

24:27

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes David Subar. David is the founder and managing partner at Interna. David works with technology companies to improve their product management and engineering to be more effective. Allan and David discuss why entrepreneurs should have a broad understanding of their customers to create a product or service that truly…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 69: Why Having a Growth Mindset is Critical for the Success of Your Pest Control Company 31:17

4M ago31:17

31:17

In today’s episode, Allan and Eric welcome Cameron Bawden. Cameron is the owner of Hype Pharm Premium Home Services which is the parent company of 7 successful brands, which include Green Mango Pest Control. Cameron shares his journey with starting and scaling Green Mango Pest Control as well as starting other home service companies. Developing a g…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep111: Tips on How to Be a Great Leader 24:18

4M ago24:18

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Atlas Aultman. After almost three decades of being on elite military teams, Atlas started writing books on leadership. Atlas has written three bestsellers explaining all the different aspects of leadership. Allan and Atlas discuss the importance of knowing what type of leader you are, so you can lead effectively i…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 68: Building Wealth with a Pest Control Company 27:35

4M ago27:35

27:35

In today's episode, we are rerunning the top episode of 2022. Allan and Eric discuss why and how you should build wealth with your pest control company. Wealth provides opportunities not only for you as an entrepreneur, but for your family and employees. Building wealth and having an abundance mentality, is one of the main responsibilities that com…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep110: Build a Successful Company Culture with Shared Goals and Values 22:21

4M ago22:21

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Ian Clifford. Ian is the Founder and CEO at FuelPositive. FuelPositive is a growth stage company focused on licensing, partnership, and acquisition opportunities building upon various technological achievements. Allan and Ian discuss the importance of establishing startup guidelines to help entrepreneurs create a …

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 67: How to Attract and Retain the Best Technicians 29:45

4M ago29:45

29:45

In today’s episode, Allan and Eric discuss how PCOs can grow and develop their technicians. Having weekly coaching sessions and asking technicians what they would like to learn and improve on both personally and professionally can be very empowering. Offering development opportunities and incentives will demonstrate your commitment to your technici…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep109: Simple Ways To Get Started in Real Estate Investing 20:30

4M ago20:30

20:30

In today’s episode, Allan welcome Sean Boyle. Sean is a serial entrepreneur and the Co-Owner of Momentum Digital and Momentum 360. He also Founded “The Sean Boyle Podcast” a weekly podcast on entrepreneurship, investing, and lifestyle. Allan and Sean discuss how beginners can start small by investing in real estate because the risk will be smaller.…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 66: Building Profitability in Your PCC with Financial Statements 38:24

5M ago38:24

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric review a sample Profit and Loss or P&L statement. The P&L statement is important because it summarizes the total income and total expenses for your pest control company. In addition, for budgeting purposes, a P&L provides an overview of the financial health of your business. Follow along as Allan and Eric explain …

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep108: Is Owning A Franchise Right For You? 20:14

5M ago20:14

20:14

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes David Weaver. David is the President of Franchise Your Freedom, a business that connects entrepreneurs and business people with franchise opportunities that fit their specific needs, business goals, and financial goals. Franchising is a great way for entrepreneurs to own and scale a business. Well-established fran…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 65: Tips to Help Convert Your Leads Into Revenue With Expert Mat Rogers 16:38

5M ago16:38

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In today’s episode, Allan and Eric welcome back Mat Rogers from Lizard SEM. Mat discusses some common hurdles with closing rates between your digital marketing company and inside sales team. It is very important for a PCO to track data and know how many leads are actually being converted into revenue. Putting the right tools and metrics in place is…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep107: How to Break Out of Your Comfort Zone for Massive Growth 29:03

5M ago29:03

29:03

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Jonathan Price. Jonathan or “JP” has turned his passion for car audio into an e-commerce 8-figure business. He is the owner of Down4soundshop.com and in five years, he went from working out of his parent's attic, to 20 million in sales online in the car audio industry. JP grew his following through YouTube and fou…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 64: Tips for Building a Feedback Culture For Your Pest Control Company 28:23

5M ago28:23

28:23

In today’s episode, Allan and Eric welcome Read Flake. Read is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, business owner, and e-commerce professional. He founded Green Country Pest Control in Houston and is the Co-owner and founder of Pest SOS. He is also the co-founder and co-owner of Bug Police Pest Control in the Phoenix area. Read shares this journey …

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep106: How Does Passion Impact Performance? 22:34

5M ago22:34

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In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Jeremy Lasman. Jeremy is the founder of Universal Imagination, Inc., a multidimensional research and development organization pioneering the passion industry. He is a former SpaceX technologist and inventor of Imagination Technology. Jeremy and Allan discuss how passion can impact performance in all areas of your …

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 63: Grow Your Pest Control Company Through Acquisitions with Chase Goodeill: Part 2 42:38

5M ago42:38

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In today's episode, Allan and Eric welcome Chase Goodeill back to the show for part two from last week's episode. Chase is the President of Goodeill Holdings Inc. and the owner of Pest Control Consultants. Allan, Eric, and Chase collectively discuss the top ten things that should be in place to increase the value that a company will get upon an exi…

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep105: Marketing Basics for Startup Entrepreneurs 21:35

5M ago21:35

21:35

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Assil Dayri. Assil is a multiple agency owner & director of AMD Consulting Group based between London & Dubai. The Group includes AMD Digital, a digital marketing agency passionate about helping brands and companies grow through effective marketing, social media & customer acquisition strategies. Start-up entrepre…

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Bug Bux Podcast

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Ep 62: Grow Your Pest Control Company Through Acquisitions with Chase Goodeill: Part 1 34:14

6M ago34:14

34:14

In today's episode, Allan and Eric welcome Chase Goodeill back to the show. Chase is the President of Goodeill Holdings Inc. and the owner of Pest Control Consultants. Chase shares his experience with finding and closing pest control acquisitions. Having strategic systems in place and being as seamless as possible will retain more customers during …

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The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

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S2Ep104: Investment Strategies for Building Wealth In A Down Market 32:40

6M ago32:40

32:40

In today's episode, Allan welcomes back Randall Crowder. Randall is currently the Chief Operating Officer of Phunware, a technology company in Austin, Texas. Allan and Randall discuss why entrepreneurs should consider down markets as an opportunity to add to their portfolios. It is important to go into every investment with a specific goal that wou…

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