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A pest controller takes cash in hand for a job and pops it into their wallet
Business Management

Is Taking Cash in Hand OK – Yes or No?

Cash in hand work can seem enticing. No invoicing, no lengthy payment terms, and no need to tell the tax man. You probably know at least a handful of people who are conducting “cash only” business without declaring it. They might be getting away with it and relishing in the benefits – for now. In

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Industry Insights

Safety At Work: 7 Red Flags You Should Know

Most of us who work in the pest control, building inspection and general property services sector are aware of the safety risks that come with entering customer premises, using chemicals, crawling into tight spaces and conducting other related tasks. However, there are some safety risks that we don’t always think of or may not be

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A pest control worker gives a thumbs up after completing a successful termite barrier installation
Industry Insights

Celebrating 5 Different Types of Pest Control Activities in Australia

In this article, Rapid Solutions is recognising and celebrating the different types of pest control activities. We’re doing this by looking at what’s involved in running a pest control business, what different types of jobs can entail and why pesties love their career. We also look at the different levels of pest control and licence

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Industry Insights

10 Pests to Watch Out for this Summer in Australia

In most property services businesses, summer is usually the busiest time of year – this is certainly the case for pest control. The warm weather and increased humidity create ideal breeding conditions for a wide range of summer pests, including cockroaches, fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, ants, and more. These pests are more than a nuisance. As

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Getting the recruitment process is key to business success and growth in building management and pest control
Business Management

7 Tips For Getting Recruitment Right

Finding and hiring the right people for your company is essential for business success. This was a key message that surfaced at this year’s Pesticon, and it’s an issue across industries. Getting recruitment right in the property and pest control sectors needn’t be impossible – especially with the right approach. In this article, Rapid Solutions

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