Posted 31-01-2008
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by Andrew Connery

The Eliminator

Michael Maindok from Pest & Termite talks to SutherlandShireOnline about life and his growing Shire based family business

How long have you lived in the area?
Nearly 27 years in total

Hobbies / Passions?
I love action sports like dirt & road motorcycles, boating, skiing and 4 wheel driving but I still also like to read … when I get the time.

The hardest thing I’ve ever done 
Perhaps the hardest single thing was starting my own business … but being a good father and husband is a lifelong commitment

Your life/business philosophy
Do the job right, first time, every time

At school I
Should have studied harder

I wish
All home owners had their houses checked for termites at least every 6 months

I’m good at
My job

I’m bad at
Saying No!

I often wonder
Why I didn’t start my business sooner!!

Describe your business ... what makes it different/better
We are a pest management company that detects, treats and protects family homes and buildings from white ants (termites) and ALL other types of pests cost effectively and most importantly safely.

How long have you worked in the area?
I have been involved in this type of work since 1980.

Short term goals?
To improve professional services at every level

How long in current business?
I started just over 12 years ago

What do you love about your work?
Being able to protect a family’s most treasured asset by eliminating a termite infestation for them at a truly affordable rate

Has your family/partner been a help?
Emphatically yes.  Fortunately I have a large family … because at times we require everyone’s help.

How do you keep up to date?
I attend industry conferences and browse the internet for the latest trends and techniques.

What special qualifications do you have?
I have a Building & Construction Riggers Open Licence, a Certificate III in Urban Pest Management and Units 8 & 10 Termite (White Ant) - Specialist

 

Andrew Connery is the publisher of this e-magazine and (anyone will tell you) loves to share his views on the world in general. You can phone Andrew on 9516 2000/(02) 4254 0200 or email him on andrewc@youronlinecommunity.com.au - he'd appreciate hearing your opinion on anything raised in this column.

 

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