We always think high growth is the golden ticket. Sure, rapid expansion can be sweet, but have you ever wondered if there’s such a thing as too much growth? When should you hit the brakes and focus on other priorities, especially if selling your company is in the cards?

Paul and Patrick dive into the intricate world of cognitive biases, drawing insights from Daniel Kahneman’s book, Thinking, Fast and Slow. The duo dissected the concept of representativeness bias, which can lead us to make flawed assumptions based on surface-level similarities. Think about it: How often do we catch ourselves falling into this trap in…

Paul is getting on the road to double-keynote this year’s AZPPO Great Western Conference. But first, Paul takes on a FRAXN client’s question, beginning with the vital need to keep partnership agreements and valuations current. Surely, you’ve considered the potential chaos if your business partner suddenly left the picture. Updating your operating agreement can smooth…

Fat Pat and Uncle Paul dive into business expansion strategies and the power of partnerships. Instead of sticking to the traditional ‘buy or build’ mindset, here’s an alternative: forming alliances with established players in new markets. But here’s the kicker: Have you considered how such partnerships could reshape your business expansion plans?

Are you ready for another guest episode? Mike Hurley, the mastermind behind a thriving wildlife business, Xceptional Wildlife, joins the Boardroom to uncover the secrets to his success. Mike hits home the importance of ironclad processes in business growth. Drawing from his experience with Six Sigma, he emphasizes the power of identifying and perfecting process…

Chase Hazelwood, owner of Go-Forth Pest Control, takes us through their remarkable journey from $2 million to an astonishing $25 million empire in just ten years. Curious about his winning formula? It’s all about cultivating a high-performance culture. Chase tells us about his relentless focus on customer service and sales that skyrocketed productivity. How can…

Looking to crack the code of success in the wildlife and pest control sectors? Fat Pat and Seth drop some wisdom on why simplicity is the name of the game for top-performing companies. By starting with a single service and gradually adding on more, these businesses maximize profitability and route density. Do you think your…

Uncle Paul is preparing his upcoming presentation at Energy by Pest Daily, happening this weekend in Tampa, Florida. But first, he’s answering listener questions by uncovering the secret sauce of setting that initial price point. How does anchoring impact negotiations? How can you take control by making the first offer?

Have you ever felt dwarfed by a competitor’s size, wondering, “What am I doing wrong?” Uncle Paul goes solo with a few listener questions in hand, and reminds us that size isn’t everything; it’s about playing the hand you’re dealt. What unique strengths can you leverage in your business?