Colony Confidential Podcast

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BedBug Slayer - Dr. Dini Miller talks urban pest management Nov 27, 2018

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The Global Bedbug Summit starts today in Denver and Dr. Dini Miller -Urban Pest Management Professor at Virginia Tech joins us to talk about her two loves. Roaches and Bedbugs!

Listen in for her take on heat systems and what you need to know before treating low level vs. high level infestations.

The next tech breakthrough for the pest control industry and where she'd like to see new ideas.

Thanksgiving Leftovers with Ed & Joe Nov 24, 2018

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Already miss Thanksgiving? Go ahead and eavesdrop on Colony Confidential's outrageous Thanksgiving and meet Uncle Marty.

You got Questions? We got Answers. Nov 22, 2018

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We have a ton of questions that need answering. This episode covers a question from a successful business owner that got us talking about employee morale. We also give you some real deal Networking tips and Who hasn't wondered about those ultrasound plug in things for rodent and insect control? Hear our two cents, plus some traveling tips and Ed's #1 tip for striking up a conversation with a stranger.

The Cheat Sheet on Handling Sensitive Accounts Nov 20, 2018

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Ed and Joe share some of the biggest loopholes to look out for when getting started with those big bids. These are also sometimes some of the most sensitive accounts

We told you to get specific about your contracts and we get even more specific here, with actual instructions for you.

Hear EXACTLY how detailed and specific your contracts should be structured —This will save you time and suffering - Guaranteed.

Also hear how Ed worked a St. Patrick's Day Miracle. ALLEGEDLY

The Cheat Sheet on Handling Sensitive Accounts Nov 20, 2018

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Even More on Handling Sensitive Accounts

Do you know the most common loopholes you will face when going after big bids? You should know that these may also be some of your most sensitive accounts. We told you to get specific about your contracts. We get even more specific here, with actual instructions for you. Hear EXACTLY how detailed and specific your contracts should be structured. This will save you time and suffering - Guaranteed.

"What's the LD 50 on that?

I liked to use that line back in the day, whenever someone at one of these accounts wanted to act like they knew all about pesticides and chemicals. You have to know your stuff so you can help your client. Listen to what they expect - they will tell you their problems, but they don't realize they don't even know all the problems." Ed

It all comes down to Communication

We came up with a report for clients decades ago, that we called the Bible. In this document we'd write in structural issues, sanitation concerns and the pest activity. Some people didn't read it but after awhile you become a valuable member of the team, when the others see that what you say is spot on. Clients will appreciate you.

"I'd explain it like this: A sensitive account is anyplace that is scrutinized, high traffic areas, areas with high risk for 'consumption' Get ready to answer a lot of questions." - Joe

Winning 101 Nov 18, 2018

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Who DOES NOT want to make more Money?

Check out our Lessons learned from a Lifetime of Investing. Ed and Joe are back to teaching you the lessons they've learned over the last 70 + years of Successful Entrepreneurship. We all know (or at least heard) that to make money, you have to put that cash to work for you. Ed introduced his kids to investing when they first started working in their teens and has been trying to get his hands on Joe's portfolio for a little while now, so he can make sure he's getting the most out of his money. In this episode, we'll give you the details on the steps to take if you're just starting out in your career or business and share some of the lessons learned along the way.

It's not how much you make it's how much you keep.

Topics include:

Useful info on 401K Plans

Dividend stocks vs. Roth IRA

How to get started in the stock market

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Learn about Vanguard Here Learn about Acorns Here Learn about Stash Here

How-To: Handle Sensitive Accounts Nov 17, 2018

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Cut the Cowmuffins and Quit acting like a Happy Ending! This episode gives a quick intro into the world of Working at Sensitive Accounts - think hospitals, daycare centers and zoos. Keys to your Success:

Focus on Customer Service

Know about the latest pitfalls in the Bidding Process

Get clear and specific about Contracts

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How-To: Handle Sensitive Accounts Nov 15, 2018

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Focus on Customer Service

Know about the latest pitfalls in the Bidding Process

Get clear and specific about Contracts

Get Money to work for you - Getting Started with Investing Nov 13, 2018

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Ed and Joe are back to teaching you the lessons they've learned over the last 70 + years of Successful Entrepreneurship. We all know (or at least heard) that to make money, you have to get money to work for you. Ed has been trying to get his hands on Joe's portfolio, so he can make sure he's getting the most out of his money and in this episode, that's what we'll do for you.

Topics include:

Useful info on 401K plans

Dividend stocks vs. Roth IRA

How to get started in the stock market

Today's Round-Up Nov 08, 2018

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Catch Up with the guys. Today, we're talking about:

The best crawls for business

Networking Know-How

Top Moments from PestWorld '18 and

Ed welcomes a new PR Guru PLUS Everybody who's Anybody gets a shoutout.