#27 Why Amazon Won’t Drive Prices Down and Scott Gives Tips For New Sales Reps

On Episode 27 of the Arthropodcast, Steve gives his opinion on why he feels the entries of Amazon and Uber into the home services realm will not drive pest control prices down. In addition, Scott Ballard gives us three tips that will help build the confidence of new sales reps.

This Week’s Contributors:

Bryan Baird (Co-Host) – Bryan Baird is owner of Baird’s Pest Control in Valdosta, GA. and sits as a regional director for the Georgia Pest Control Association. He has been in the pest control industry for over 25 years. A husband and father of two, Bryan somehow has time to be featured on a local radio show and co-host Arthropodcast.

Steve Jackson (Co-Host) –  While a large part of his time is consumed by his pest control operation, Steve Jackson is also a husband and father of two. In his off time, he enjoys watching college football, catching movies, and spending quality time in his Warner Robins community. He also has a weird habit of writing his bios in third person.

Scott Ballard (Contributor) – Scott Ballard is from The Great State of Alabama. He has been in the pest control industry for 15 years and is currently the Sales Manager of S&S Termite and Pest Control out of Opelika, AL. He is blessed to be the father of 4 beautiful children and loves spending time with his amazing wife Jennifer. Scott’s priorities in his life is his relationship with God and is family. He also enjoys playing drums at his church, watching Auburn football, and seeing Super-hero flicks.