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Bug Bux Podcast

Eric Bassett and Jake Claus

Bug Bux Podcast is designed to help pest control owners start and rapidly scale their company. The hosts, Eric Bassett and Jake Claus, are experts in the pest industry, and they are committed to providing the best guests and resources to help entrepreneurs. Their goal is to help you become a bug money millionaire.  

Eric Bassett started out as a door-to-door sales representative in 2008. Then he quickly worked his way into upper management and a sales director role before joining Natura as an owner and Vice President. His areas of expertise are inside sales and customer service training, organizational leadership development, and business strategy. He's also an Associate Certified Entomologist. You can follow his journey on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram @iamericbassett

Jake Claus started his journey in the pest control world in 2005, selling door-to-door for brands across Idaho, California, and Texas until he and his wife, Jana, started Natura Pest Control in the Portland, Or/Vancouver, Wa area in 2013. Jake loves the science and service side of pest control, as well as developing innovative ways to grow and expand his business. Personal development and pursuing his vision for his business and family achievements are his number one endeavor. Aside from being the President and Founder of Natura Pest Control, Jake is also an Associate Certified Entomologist, Structural Pest Inspector, and holds licenses in every major category of structural pest control. Jake is also a part-time paid Firefighter/EMT with his local fire department.

Episodes
Ep 131: Scaling with Purpose: Featuring Casey Jones with Hydra Pest ControlApril 18, 2024
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Ep 130: Building a One-Stop Pest Control Shop: Featuring Degen Perry with Black Pearl Pest ControlApril 11, 2024
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Ep 129: Evaluating and Improving Your PCC Featuring Shad Teerlink with Evolve Pest ControlApril 04, 2024
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Ep 128: “Would You Rather” Pest Control EditionMarch 28, 2024
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Ep 127: Customers "Under Contract" - Pros and Cons of 12, 18, and 24-Month CommitmentsMarch 21, 2024
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Ep 126: Maximizing Digital Marketing Strategies: Featuring Expert Mat Rogers from Lizard SEMMarch 14, 2024
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Ep 125: AI Innovations in Pest Control: Featuring Aaron Cooper with SameDayMarch 07, 2024
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Ep 124: Mastering the Art of Networking and Branding with Kevin ReifFebruary 29, 2024
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Ep 123: From Lawn Care to Pest Control: A Journey of GrowthFebruary 22, 2024
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Ep 122: From Corporate to Entrepreneurship: How to Build Your Own Pest Control BrandFebruary 15, 2024
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Ep 121: Choosing the Right Service Vehicle for Your OperationFebruary 08, 2024
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Ep 120: Building a Successful Pest Control Company: Delegation, Growth, and Employee AspirationsFebruary 01, 2024
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Ep 119: Measuring Technician Performance: Deciding Which KPIs Matter MostJanuary 25, 2024
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Ep 118: Establishing Customer Expectations: Setting the Good, and Avoiding the Bad January 18, 2024
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Ep 117: Introducing the New Co-Host Jake Claus and Exploring the World of Pest ControlJanuary 11, 2024
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Ep 116: Allan's Farewell and the Evolution of Bug BuxJanuary 04, 2024
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Ep 115: Creating a High-Quality Door-to-Door Program: Pros, Cons, and Need to KnowsDecember 28, 2023
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Ep 114: How Pricing Impacts Scaling and Growing Your Pest Control CompanyDecember 21, 2023
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Ep 113: Pro Tips for Creating Effective Service Agreements for Your Pest Control CompanyDecember 14, 2023
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Ep 112: Four Generations of Success: How Sprague Pest Solutions Is Setting Industry StandardsDecember 07, 2023
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Ep 111: Holding Your Marketing Team AccountableNovember 30, 2023
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Ep 110: Thanksgiving and Gratitude in the Pest Control Industry November 22, 2023
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Ep 109: Strategic Planning and Goal Setting for Your Pest Control CompanyNovember 16, 2023
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Ep 108: Is A Subscription-Based Billing Model Right For Your Pest Control Company?November 09, 2023
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Ep 107: Recapping PestWorld 2023: Highlights and InsightsNovember 02, 2023
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