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In this podcast episode, Danny Leibrandt interviews Mark Hummel, CEO of Pest Empire Builder and Inspection Empire Builder, two mastermind coaching programs for pest control companies and inspectors. Mark explains his journey in creating these communities, emphasizing his expertise in scaling businesses by developing systems and effective leadership. He highlights the importance of community building, noting that successful growth is often achieved through trust, specific focus, and surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals.
In this episode, Danny Leibrandt interviews SEO expert Nathan Gotch to discuss Nathan's journey in the SEO world, from humble beginnings to becoming a recognized authority in local SEO. Nathan, founder of Gotch SEO Academy and co-founder of Rankability, shares how he transitioned from pursuing a law career to making money online through SEO. He recounts early attempts like paid surveys and starting blogs, which eventually led him to discover SEO strategies that transformed his career.
In this podcast episode, Danny Leibrandt, founder of Pest Control SEO, interviews Amy Toman, a distinguished Google Business Profile (GBP) Diamond expert. Amy shares insights on her journey to becoming a Diamond expert, emphasizing the value of participating in the GBP community and helping small businesses with Google listing management. She explains the process of gaining Diamond status, which involves actively answering questions in the Google forums and demonstrating a deep understanding of Google products.
Danny and Amy discuss the challenges small businesses face when managing Google Business Profiles, particularly for local service businesses like pest control. Amy highlights the importance of having a legitimate business location and the potential risks of using a home address without proper signage. She advises on the best practices for setting up a business address to avoid suspensions, emphasizing that a visible and verifiable address can enhance a business's visibility in search results.
Amy also dives into the appeal process if a business's GBP gets suspended. She stresses the importance of gathering authoritative documentation, such as business licenses and tax records, before submitting an appeal. She provides a detailed step-by-step guide on how to appeal a suspension, the importance of proper paperwork, and the need for agencies or Google Product Experts to assist with complex cases.
The conversation shifts to broader SEO strategies, such as the value of creating service area pages to extend a business's reach beyond its physical location. Amy and Danny both advocate for white-hat SEO practices, stressing the importance of authenticity in reviews and avoiding manipulative tactics. Amy highlights the risks associated with fake reviews and shares how Google is improving its filters to detect suspicious activities.
Throughout the episode, Amy emphasizes the importance of treating Google Business Profiles as valuable business assets and being proactive in maintaining them. Her advice is practical and detailed, offering listeners valuable insights into navigating the complexities of Google Business Profile management, especially for small businesses that heavily rely on local search visibility.
Amy Toman,
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-toman-25945047/
Email: [email protected]
GBP Forum: https://support.google.com/business/community/
Danny Leibrandt, Founder of Pest Control SEO:
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LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dannyleibrandt/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DannyLeibrandt
Website: https://dannyleibrandt.com
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Podcast Chapters:
00:00 Background and Introduction
11:37 Google Business Profile Diamond Status
18:23 Navigating Address Changes
24:57 The Importance of Location for Small Businesses
30:50 The Role of Google Business Profile in Lead Generation
35:01 Navigating Google Business Profile Appeals
44:51 Preparing for Google Business Profile Challenges
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This podcast features Danny Leibrandt, founder of Pest Control SEO, interviewing Allan Draper, a renowned figure in the pest control industry with ownership in 28 different companies, including 12 under the Proof Pest Control brand and a digital marketing agency called Lizard SEM. Allan also hosts the Bug Bucks podcast and manages a coaching program and community called Bug Bucks Plus. Danny admires Alan's extensive experience and accomplishments in the pest control space.
In this podcast, Danny Leibrandt interviews Lenny Gray, a seasoned expert in the pest control and door-to-door sales industry. Lenny discusses his journey from starting as a door-to-door sales rep for Orkin Pest Control to founding Rove Pest Control, one of the largest pest control companies in Utah. He explains how door-to-door sales played a significant role in his success and shares insights from his two books, Door to Door Millionaire and More Door to Door Millionaire.
In this episode, Danny Leibrandt, founder of Pest Control SEO, interviews Wyatt Chambers, a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing expert specializing in pest control. Wyatt's career journey started with UPS, where he served as an e-commerce consultant working with Fortune 500 companies. His exposure to young entrepreneurs succeeding through digital marketing, particularly in Google Ads, piqued his interest in online marketing, which led him to launch CS Design Studios, a marketing agency that later focused on pest control.
In this podcast, Danny Leibrandt interviews Danny Barrera, a successful digital marketing agency owner specializing in local businesses. Danny Barrera shares his journey from working in IT at Fox News to building a thriving agency, Contractor Click, which has helped over 550 clients generate more than $250 million in revenue.
In this episode of the Pest Control SEO podcast, Danny Leibrandt speaks with Bill Dowd, founder of Skedaddle, a wildlife and pest control company that has grown into one of North America's leading franchises in the industry. The conversation dives deep into Bill’s journey from his early years as a professional hockey player to becoming a successful entrepreneur, running Skedaddle for over 35 years.
The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.