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Solitary runner finds strength in numbers

Check out this latest installment of "Run Your Business."

Foster a culture of getting #homesafe

Please take a moment right now and think about the people closest to you. Now, imagine a world where maybe...

Why Asian lady beetles ‘death spiral’ in fall

Every fall, pest management professionals (PMPs) start seeing the same thing: Phones light up with frantic customers saying, “Ladybugs are...

How mosquito control can affect breeding areas

Recent research shows how repeated mosquito control can alter breeding habitats, influence larvicide performance and shape long-term treatment strategies.

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How to beat the heat and show employee appreciation

Summer weather brings two things, increased pest pressure and increased pressure on people.

‘Today’s PMP’ features overview of PMP’s June edition

Watch the latest episode of Today’s PMP, presented in partnership with Pest Posse TV and PMP magazine.

‘Drops of oil’ principles built one empire — and could build yours

Truly Nolen President Scarlett Nolen dives into how she takes concepts from inspiring entrepreneurs and puts them into action.

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5 ways to ensure year-round revenue

Treating seasonal pest control as a yearly concern can help PMPs to think proactively instead of reactively.

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Recognition employees can appreciate

Recognition is what connects daily effort to a deeper sense of purpose. Learn how Truly Nolen puts practice into action.

Are fuel costs bugging you?

The Iran war is significantly impacting the energy industry, and trucking companies in particular are experiencing an unprecedented surge in...

Set the tone with your leadership meetings

One of the most effective ways to align an organization is to bring leaders together with purpose.

Building leadership in the field: Not-so-undercover boss

During a recent Florida Pest Management Association meeting in Orlando, I had the honor of serving on a panel alongside...

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How PMPs can adapt in today’s world

Success requires more than technical skill. It demands strategic thinking, adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning.

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Survey seeks termite management insights

Pest Management Professional (PMP) is working on its 2026 Termite Management Supplement sponsored by Control Solutions Inc., and we want...

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A new tool for Drywood Termites: How bistrifluron blocks exoskeleton formation

Localized, or spot, treatments for drywood termites (Incisitermes minor) have become an increasingly popular alternative to whole-structure fumigation. One promising...