In this powerful sequel episode of Pest Control Legends, Danny Leibrandt sits down in person with Matt Rogers, CEO of Lizard Marketing, live from Charlotte. Matt isn’t just another agency owner—he helped grow his family’s company, Killingsworth Pest Control, from $8 million to $28 million before selling to Anticimex. Now, he’s leading the charge on the second renaissance of digital marketing—this time driven by AI.

This conversation dives deep into how AI is leveling the playing field for small and medium-sized pest control companies, what E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authority, Trust) actually means in 2025, how to structure your SEO and PPC campaigns for real results, and how to build trust with customers and search engines. Matt and Danny also break down what’s changed in branding, how to turn reviews into revenue, and why most pest control companies are still stuck in the past.

If you’re a PCO who wants to stop playing small and start swinging up at the big guys, this episode is your blueprint.

Mat Rogers, Founder Of Lizard Marketing:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mat-rogers-mktg

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathew.rogers.77

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mat.rogers/

Lizard Marketing: https://lizardmarketing.co/

Danny Leibrandt, Founder of Pest Control SEO:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/DannyLeibrandt

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dannyleibrandt/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DannyLeibrandt

Website: https://dannyleibrandt.com

Pest Control SEO: https://pestcontrolseo.com/

Pest Control Legends Platforms:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PestControlLegends

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46XRaco5nPWcqHWIoQ2eZ5

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pest-control-legends/id1768175212

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b060991d-e5d5-4683-b83f-8db469714ba7/pest-control-legends

Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Pest-Control-Legends/B0DGWL3119?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

#pestcontrol #pestcontrolmarketing #pestcontroladvertising #pestcontrolleads #pestcontrolbusiness #pestcontrolads #matrogers #lizardmarketing #ai #seo #digitalmarketing #businessgrowth #marketingstrategy #leadgeneration #marketingtips

In this episode of Pest Control Legends, Danny Leibrandt is joined by Chris Anderson, co-founder and VP of Sales at Applause—the powerful platform helping pest control companies turn their technicians into five-star review machines. With a background in HR and operations, Chris shares how Applause is changing the game by incentivizing frontline techs, boosting customer satisfaction, and building high-performance company cultures.

We dive deep into how Applause works behind the scenes, from automating spiffs to AI-driven review generation, and why it's far more than just another review tool. Chris reveals how companies like Certus and White Knight Pest Control are seeing massive results—not just in reviews, but also in employee retention, customer loyalty, and revenue. We also talk about how to create a five-star culture, why technician behavior is the biggest driver of growth, and what pest control owners can do today to start rewarding their teams the right way.

If you're a pest control or home service business owner looking to get more reviews, retain more techs, and create a culture your team is proud of, this episode is a must-listen.

Chris Anderson, Co-Founder of Applause:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christodanderson/

Applause: https://applausehq.com/

Danny Leibrandt, Founder of Pest Control SEO:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/DannyLeibrandt

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dannyleibrandt/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DannyLeibrandt

Website: https://dannyleibrandt.com

Pest Control SEO: https://pestcontrolseo.com/

Pest Control Legends Platforms:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PestControlLegends

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46XRaco5nPWcqHWIoQ2eZ5

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pest-control-legends/id1768175212

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b060991d-e5d5-4683-b83f-8db469714ba7/pest-control-legends

Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Pest-Control-Legends/B0DGWL3119?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

Podcast Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Chris Anderson

03:08 Incentivizing Technicians For Reviews

12:00 Building a Five-Star Culture

18:08 How Applause Generates Reviews

23:10 Dynamic Customer Engagement and Upselling

31:52 The Impact of Incentives on Technician Satisfaction

40:48 The Ideal Customer Profile for Applause

46:02 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Pest Control Legends, Danny Leibrandt sits down with Jonas Olson—CEO of Pest Badger and one of the most down-to-earth operators in the industry. We talk about the mistake that kept him stuck for years: fighting the wrong market. Jonas shares how shifting his geography and mindset helped him break past the ceiling and scale into eight figures.

We dive into why most owners stay small, the power of affirmations (yes, even shaking a Magic 8-Ball), and the importance of guarding your time and energy. His message? Think bigger. Surround yourself with winners. Eliminate distractions.

If you're a pest control operator trying to grow but feel stuck, this one’s a must-listen. Jonas also shares where to find him, how to join his community, and why he gives away as much as he can—no matter if you’re across the country or right next door.

Follow Jonas on YouTube and all major social platforms to keep learning from one of the industry's best.

Jonas Olson, CEO of Pest Badger:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonasaolson/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonas.olson.18

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonas-olson-00b34b8b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pestcontrolmillionaire

Website: https://pestcontrolmillionaires.com/

Danny Leibrandt, Founder of Pest Control SEO:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/DannyLeibrandt

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dannyleibrandt/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DannyLeibrandt

Website: https://dannyleibrandt.com

Pest Control SEO: https://pestcontrolseo.com/

Pest Control Legends Platforms:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PestControlLegends

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46XRaco5nPWcqHWIoQ2eZ5

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pest-control-legends/id1768175212

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b060991d-e5d5-4683-b83f-8db469714ba7/pest-control-legends

Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Pest-Control-Legends/B0DGWL3119?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

#jonasolson #pestbadger #turfbadger #pestcontrol #pestcontrolmarketing #pestcontroladvertising #pestcontrolleads #pestcontrolbusiness #pestcontrolads