How Pest Badger Became a $10M Empire: Jonas Olson

In this episode, Danny Leibrandt interviews Jonas Olson, founder of Pest Badger and host of the Pest Control Millionaire Podcast. Jonas shares his remarkable journey from cutting lawns as a teenager to running Pest Badger, a leading pest control company with over seven locations and 150 employees. Jonas’ story is one of hard work, strategic thinking, and an unwavering commitment to scaling his business.During the conversation, Jonas explains how the pandemic became a turning point for his company, forcing him to pivot from landscaping to pest control. He details how he took bold risks, such as investing in a door-knocking consultant and expanding into new markets, to build a highly scalable and profitable business. Jonas also highlights the importance of mentorship, sharing how advice from industry leaders helped him overcome challenges and implement strategies that propelled Pest Badger’s growth.A significant focus of the discussion is Pest Badger’s groundbreaking social media strategy. Jonas shares how his team created a YouTube channel with over 120,000 subscribers and viral TikTok content that brought unprecedented attention to his company. He offers insights into how pest control businesses can use platforms like YouTube and TikTok to reach millions of viewers, build authority, and drive leads—even in an industry many consider “unsexy.”Beyond social media, Jonas dives into operational strategies, such as hiring the right team, using automation tools like Go High Level, and creating streamlined processes for recruiting and managing employees. He also shares how content marketing and SEO optimization play a pivotal role in dominating local markets and building a brand that stands out.Whether you’re looking to grow your pest control business, scale your operations, or learn the secrets of social media success, this episode is filled with actionable insights and proven strategies. Jonas Olson’s journey is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, innovation, and marketing excellence.Jonas Olson, Founder of Pest Badger:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonas-olson-00b34b8b/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonas.olson.18Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonasaolson/Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@pestcontrolmillionairePest Badger: https://pestbadger.com/Pest Control Millionaire: https://pestcontrolmillionaire.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/ The Local Marketeer Platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LocalMarketeer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1TCL0LhZbsJS6mzanqnnT1?si=224075c9fbda42f5 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-local-marketeer/id1741176782 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e0bb5254-5d6c-4940-8211-085157cc1239/the-local-marketeer Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/The-Local-Marketeer/B0D1FCN28S?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdpPodcast Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Jonas Olson07:58 The Growth of Pest Badger17:14 Learning from Mistakes and Regrets24:44 Social Media Strategy and Content Creation37:30 Transitioning to Long-Form Content43:19 Future Plans for Pest Badger46:10 The Power of Podcasting53:11 Innovations in Pest Control Technology58:14 Social Media Advertising Strategies#localmarketing #localbusiness #localseo #seo #marketing #pestcontrol #pestcontrolseo #pestcontrolmarketing #socialmedia #lawncare Are you a pest control company owner looking to grow? Book a discovery call with us to see if you’re a good fit! Link here: https://calendly.com/dannyleibrandt/discovery