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Josh Fleenor Returns: Growth, Two Acquisitions, and Lessons Learned the Hard Way

📅 July 14, 2026 ⏱️ 59:51 🎤 Jesse, Josh Fleenor

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  • 0:00
    The Journey into Pest Control
    Josh Fleenor shares his unexpected path into the pest control industry, starting with horticulture and then stumbling into a sales role that leveraged his competitive nature.
  • 0:32
    Starting Pest Pros & Vision
    Josh discusses the birth of Pest Pros eight years ago, driven by a personal vision and a desire to build a legacy after his daughter's open-heart surgery.
  • 0:47
    Growth Challenges & Resourcefulness
    He explains the resourcefulness needed to grow a company from scratch without much capital, emphasizing the blank canvas opportunity for entrepreneurs.
  • 1:42
    Mindset for Scaling Business
    Josh highlights the critical mentality required to scale from a million to five million dollars, focusing on perseverance and finding solutions despite setbacks.
  • 2:19
    Handling Social Media & Hate
    Josh and the host discuss their experiences with public scrutiny and 'hate' comments on social media, and how they've learned to manage and prioritize feedback.
  • 3:14
    Acquisitions & Lessons Learned
    Josh details two recent acquisitions, including complications with client retention and the importance of due diligence, especially regarding company culture and naming.
  • 4:15
    Marketing Beyond Billboards
    He talks about his marketing strategies, including billboards and NBA sponsorships, and the challenge of measuring ROI on broad visibility campaigns.
  • 5:05
    Workplace Challenges & Solutions
    Josh shares the challenges of rapid growth, including increased accidents, worker's comp claims, and the implementation of vehicle cameras to improve safety.
  • 5:53
    AI for Business & Parenting
    Josh reveals how he uses AI, including Chat GPT and Claude, not only for business operations like safety protocols but also for parenting and developing his daughter's leadership skills.

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Jesse
Host
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Josh Fleenor
Pest Pros

Key Takeaways

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Prioritize adaptability and resourcefulness in your business; view setbacks not as mistakes, but as opportunities for growth and learning.

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Cultivate a 'win no matter what' mentality and be intentional with every business move; don't get caught up in feelings, and always push forward.

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Be strategic with marketing efforts; broad visibility is good for brand awareness, but tailor content and targeting to maximize lead generation and ROI.

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Invest in quality leadership and systems, especially as you scale; ensure strong middle management acts as 'amplifiers' to translate vision and feedback effectively.

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Embrace AI as a powerful tool for efficiency and problem-solving, not just in business operations but also for personal development and decision-making.

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When considering acquisitions, meticulously assess company culture and brand recognition; sometimes, maintaining an acquired company's original name can be crucial for customer retention.

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Maintain a strong presence at all levels of your organization; regularly connect with employees at different branches to understand operational nuances and build relationships, fostering loyalty and effective execution.

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