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PMP Summit Sound Bites: Soak up knowledge, opt for new solutions

At the 2019 Pest Management Professional (PMP) Growth Summit, PMP’s staff encouraged attendees to share the business and pest control tips that work...

Technology for PMPs evolves

We spoke with eight industry suppliers to find out what software and cloud computing solutions currently are available and soon...

Listening to PMPs’ needs a common thread at UPFDA

Listening to customers’ needs was a central theme at the recent spring conference of the United Producers, Formulators and Distributors...

Legislative challenges, industry unity define 2019 advocacy

RISE's VP of public affairs, Karen Reardon, says engagement and advocacy is what makes a positive difference to the pest...

Academy participation provides lasting benefits

Ray Johnson shares the benefits of attending the National Pest Management Association's Academy. The annual event will be in Phoenix...

Bridging the generation gap

On the various Facebook group pages I frequent, such as “Let’s Talk Business Mobile” and “Pest Control Fraternity,” I’ve noticed...

6 ways to improve online ratings

Here are six ways to bolster the number of online reviews your company receives, and thus improve your overall online...

ASPCRO addresses illegal pesticides, fumigation

The Association of Structural Pest Control Regulatory Officials (ASPCRO) is working to address the problem of online sales of illegal...

Never giving up leads to success

Many years ago, I listened to the late, great American motivational speaker Zig Ziglar tell his wonderful story of the...

Tips in time for the busy season

Now that temperatures outside are warming up, customers eager to spend more time in their backyards are keeping pest management...

PMP Summit Sound Bites: Show appreciation, know your competition

At the 2019 Pest Management Professional (PMP) Growth Summit, PMP’s staff encouraged attendees to share the business and pest control...

Contract tips for navigating attorney fee provisions

Pest management professionals (PMPs) should review their contracts for all services at least every two years. Within this review process,...

Recognize the top 3 signs of ‘bug season burnout’

Running a route this time of year, with repeatable 10- to 12-hour days, is stressful. Here are three warning signs...

4 tips to strengthen your online marketing

Here are four tips to help improve and strengthen your pest control company’s online marketing and meet your business goals.

5 decades of being Pete Schopen

For his 50th birthday, Pete Schopen reflects on 50 things he's learned, is thankful for or has changed his life.