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Navigating Gatekeepers: Tech Strategies for Commercial Triumph With Keith Robinson

Navigating Gatekeepers: Tech Strategies for Commercial Triumph With Keith Robinson

FromPest in Class: Expert Voices in Pest Management


Navigating Gatekeepers: Tech Strategies for Commercial Triumph With Keith Robinson

FromPest in Class: Expert Voices in Pest Management

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Length:
38 minutes
Released:
Jun 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Dr. Christopher Fasano talks to Keith Robinson, board-certified entomologist and vice president of pest control services at Fine Tune, about his 30-year career and what he has learned along the way. From veteran to industry veteran, Robinson has learned a thing or two about building relationships that get you places. “These people are on LinkedIn,” he says. “If you can find them on LinkedIn and connect with them, you’ve got an opportunity.”Robinson shares what he’s learned about signing commercial accounts and retaining them, including technology's critical role and understanding the difference between residential and commercial services.2:20 The route from U.S. Army veteran to bug slayer, how Robinson got to where he is now.6:00 The conversation takes a deep dive into the importance of auditing for commercial accounts.12:50 It’s all about data and how technology facilitates better services, more efficient operations, and better reporting.19:00 The key to understanding what the client really wants and making moves based on that.25:11 Why bringing old-school sales tactics is still best practice to sign commercial accounts.32:50 From binders to iPads, real-life experience of how technology has evolved technicians’ lives and work.33:50 Robinson explains why the right software is the first step in being successful in the commercial sphere and let research and expertise do the rest.Useful linksFineTuneUS.comBeFieldFamous.comFieldRoutes.com 
Released:
Jun 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (27)

Welcome to the Field Famous podcast brought to you by FieldRoutes. On this podcast, we will hear from a diverse group of individuals who have all found success in the field service industry. From technicians and crew members to business owners to specialists and consultants, we'll learn about the unique paths they took to get to where they are today. Through the stories of our guests, we hope not only to entertain and educate our listeners but also to inspire them to take what they've learned and apply it to their own lives and businesses. Join us every two weeks as we delve into the world of the field service industry, and hear from those who have achieved fame on their own terms, their own way because remember, we all have a story to tell, so come tell yours. Be field famous.