The Power of Consistency in Business: Dylan Deal of Pest Badger | PCM 155

Jonas introduces Dylan Deal, his first business partner, and they reflect on their company's growth from one to 17 branches since 2021.

Dylan recounts his high school experience as an athlete, Boy Scout, and working odd jobs, including a strawberry farm, and his early approach to academics.

Dylan details his six years in the Marines, including a challenging boot camp experience, and his subsequent career as a corrections officer, and the mental toll of the job.

Dylan describes how he stumbled into door-to-door vacuum sales, his initial sales experience, and how the pandemic impacted the business.

Dylan recalls his interview with Jonas, his first day of pest control sales, and quickly becoming a top performer, never having a 'bagel day'.

They discuss their incredibly successful first summer, building a strong, competitive team, and achieving remarkable sales numbers despite being new to the industry.

Dylan shares the personal challenges of losing his mother to cancer while simultaneously expanding the business to Grand Rapids, highlighting the mental toughness required.

Dylan reflects on the importance of leading from the front, developing other team members, and outlines his goals for continued business growth and personal development.