On this episode of Pestgeek Live with Franklin Hernandez, the Pestgeek, I discussed the events of the past week, including losing a tech and the process of hiring a new one. We delved into the realities of long-term marketing ROI, enjoyed a Padrón 60 ring gauge cigar, and explored how to escape poverty by starting your own business. Additionally, we talked about raising godly kids with character and work ethic, respecting the hustle, why we live in the greatest country in the world, being thankful, and how to make yourself the most valuable employee.

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In the competitive landscape of today’s job market, finding the right employees can make or break your business. In this video, we delve into the crucial skills that go beyond what can be taught in training sessions. From commitment to creativity, communication to confidence, we explore the traits that make an employee an invaluable asset to any team.

Committed: Discover why commitment to their role and the success of your business is a non-negotiable trait in potential hires.

Communicative: Learn why clear communication is key for success in almost every position within your company.

Confident: Confidence breeds innovation and risk-taking. Find out how hiring confident employees can drive your company forward.

Creative: Stay ahead of the curve by hiring individuals who challenge the status quo and bring fresh ideas to the table.

Detail-oriented: Attention to detail can make all the difference. Explore why this skill is vital for project accuracy and company reputation.

Enthusiastic: Uncover the benefits of hiring employees who are passionate about their work and eager to learn and grow.

Hard-working: Dive into why a strong work ethic is essential for meeting goals and maintaining team harmony.

Honest: Discover the importance of honesty and transparency in building trust with both colleagues and clients.

Humble: Learn why humility is a balancing factor in maintaining a positive work environment and fostering collaboration.

Inquisitive: Find out how curiosity drives employee growth and innovation, benefiting your company in the long run.

Leader: Identify potential leaders early on and nurture their skills to ensure the long-term success of your business.

Marketable: Understand the significance of employees who represent your company professionally, especially in client-facing roles.

Organized: Efficiency starts with organization. Explore why this skill is essential for maximizing productivity in any role.

Passionate: Discover the impact of passion on employee engagement and overall job satisfaction.

Positive: Learn why maintaining a positive outlook contributes to a healthy company culture and increased productivity.

Proactive: Uncover the benefits of hiring employees who anticipate problems and seek out solutions before they escalate.

Reliable: Explore why reliability is the cornerstone of a trustworthy and efficient team.

Join us as we explore these essential qualities and learn how to identify them in your next hire. Don’t settle for mediocrity – build a team of exceptional individuals who will drive your business to new heights.
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Welcome to another episode of the Living the Wildlife Podcast with wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel! In this informative video, Stephen dives into the complexities of the Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR), providing essential guidance for small business owners.

### What You'll Learn:

- **Introduction to the Living the Wildlife Podcast:** Get to know your host, Stephen Vantassel, and the focus of the podcast on vertebrate pest control.
- **Memorial Day Reflection:** A heartfelt reminder to honor those who sacrificed for our country.
- **Overview of the BOIR:** Understanding the new reporting requirements by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) for small businesses.
- **Steps to File the BOIR:** A detailed, step-by-step guide on how to file your Beneficial Ownership Information Report.
- **Importance of Compliance:** Why it's crucial to comply with this federal requirement to avoid severe penalties.
- **Practical Tips and Personal Experience:** Stephen shares his experience and tips to make the filing process smoother.

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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Pestgeek Podcast with holistic pest control management specialist Franklin 'The Pestgeek' Hernandez! In this compelling video, Franklin opens up about his personal journey with stress and its profound impact on his physical health. He shares invaluable lessons learned along the way, offering a relatable and heartfelt narrative that many can identify with.

Franklin begins by describing the overwhelming stress he faced while managing both his business and personal life. Balancing the demands of running a business and dealing with home-related issues created an intense pressure cooker environment. Over several years, he found himself constantly battling colds, unaware that these recurring illnesses were actually stress-related.

Building a business from the ground up, managing employees, and handling high-pressure situations contributed significantly to his stress levels. Franklin's approach to stress was to internalize it, a coping mechanism that eventually led to severe physical symptoms. He experienced debilitating back pain, which became so intense that he required regular sessions with a massage therapist to find relief.

The year 2017 was particularly challenging for Franklin. He faced a trifecta of stressors that pushed his health to the brink. First, a hurricane loomed, creating a high-stress situation as he prepared for the storm. Compounding this, he had been without his blood pressure medication for a week due to a discontinuation, which caused his blood pressure to spike dangerously. To top it off, personal issues came to a head when his wife asked for a divorce. The combination of these stressors led to severe chest pains and an alarming spike in his blood pressure, reaching levels as high as 160 over 110.

This health crisis prompted Franklin to seek medical attention urgently. After undergoing extensive tests, including a calcium score test, it was confirmed that his heart was healthy. Despite the severe symptoms, his heart showed no signs of disease, plaque, or valve damage. The doctors concluded that his symptoms were purely stress-related, highlighting the profound impact that stress can have on physical health.

Throughout this ordeal, Franklin learned valuable lessons about managing stress and taking care of his health. He realized the importance of not internalizing stress and finding healthier ways to cope with pressure. His story is a powerful reminder of how crucial it is to address stress proactively and seek support when needed.

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Join Franklin 'The Pestgeek' Hernandez as he shares essential DIY tips for effective website optimization on a budget! 🌐💰 Learn why mastering your own SEO techniques is crucial when you can't afford costly marketing services. Franklin breaks down the steps to create and optimize your web pages efficiently, ensuring you get the best results without breaking the bank. He covers everything from interlinking pages, creating schema markup, and producing backlinks, providing practical advice to help you succeed in the competitive digital landscape.

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Hiring is not easy and deciding what to pay isn't any easier there will, you may think you are offering fair pay for what you are wanting but are you really offering a competitive salary ore are you offering what you can afford to pay?

As an employer, you will never pay a fair wage. You have to be competitive to win. If you feel $20 an hour is fair, but someone else can make $24 doing a similar job, you might think you are paying a fair wage, but you’re not competitive.

Technicians turned self-employed often get stuck on the notion of fairness. Business is not about fairness; it is about competitiveness. You compete for market space, customers, talent—you compete for everything you want to achieve. If you can’t be competitive, you can’t even play the game, much less win it.

Get over this fairness mindset and start being competitive. Fairness is neither quantifiable nor qualifiable; it’s a feeling, and you can never compete with everyone’s feelings.

Treat people with dignity and respect, and do what is right. However, in many cases, you will do what you think is fair and still lose. That is the reality of business and life in general.

You’re not paying what is fair; you’re paying what you can afford to pay. The question is: can you find someone willing to work for what you can afford to pay?

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Welcome to another episode of the Living The Wildlife Podcast with wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel! In this episode, Stephen delves into essential ladder safety tips, emphasizing the importance of following OSHA guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.

Stephen highlights the critical aspects of ladder safety, starting with the need to follow all ladder markings and ensure they are readable. He stresses the importance of avoiding electrical hazards, particularly with aluminum ladders, and advises inspecting ladders for missing screws, warping, frayed ropes, and worn-out rubber feet before use.

Maintaining three-point contact—keeping two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand on the ladder—is crucial. Stephen also emphasizes the necessity of using the appropriate ladder for the job, ensuring it is rated for your weight and the equipment you carry. Keeping ladders clean and free from slippery materials is essential, as is placing ladders on stable, level surfaces and considering the use of ladder levelers.

Proper extension is another key point, with extension ladders needing to extend three rungs above the roofline or the level you're working on. Maintaining a 1:4 ratio of distance from the wall to the height of the ladder ensures the correct angle for safety. Stephen advises using cones or hazard tape in high-traffic areas to prevent accidents and checking all locks on extension ladders to ensure they are fully engaged before use.

Finally, Stephen warns against exceeding the maximum load rating of the ladder, underscoring the importance of safety to avoid serious injuries or financial setbacks. He invites feedback and suggestions for future episodes at wildlifecontrolconsultant@gmail.com.

Stephen M. Vantassel, CWCP, ACE, is dedicated to helping people resolve conflicts with wildlife through teaching, training, writing, and research. You can find more about his work through various platforms:

- Blog: [Wildlife Control Consultant](https://wildlifecontrolconsultant.com/)
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- Podcasts: [Pest Geek Podcast](https://pestgeekpodcast.com/stephen-vantassel/)
- Phone: 406-272-5323 Mtn Time

**Disclaimer**: Always follow national, state, provincial, and local laws when using pesticides and/or other control methods to manage pests. Wildlife Control Consultant, LLC, Pest Geeks Podcast, Living the Wildlife Podcast, Stephen M. Vantassel, or their affiliates are not responsible for the follower’s use of the information provided here or elsewhere. Be sure to read and follow the label directions for any product you use.

Tune in, stay safe, and keep living the wildlife!