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Learn how guerrilla marketing can help your service business stand out and win new customers.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42b267ee4a92_scott-webb-1ddol8rgUH8-unsplash.jpg" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42b267ee4a92_scott-webb-1ddol8rgUH8-unsplash.jpg"/></item><item><title>ServiceMonster Tip: Door Hangers WORK!</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/servicemonster-tip-door-hangers-work</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/servicemonster-tip-door-hangers-work</guid><description></description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d423a49ee4a47_white-paper-1111367.jpg" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d423a49ee4a47_white-paper-1111367.jpg"/></item><item><title>What Cashless Payments Can Do For Your Business</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/what-cashless-payments-can-do-for-your-business</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/what-cashless-payments-can-do-for-your-business</guid><description>Discover the benefits of cashless payments for your service business—from faster transactions to happier customers and improved cash flow.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d421ee4ee4a87_CashlessBlogImage.png" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d421ee4ee4a87_CashlessBlogImage.png"/></item><item><title>What&#39;s the BEST and WORST Business Decision You&#39;ve Made?</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/whats-the-best-and-worst-business-decision-youve-made</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/whats-the-best-and-worst-business-decision-youve-made</guid><description>Regardless of how long you&#39;ve been in business, you&#39;ve had to make your fair share of big decisions. 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From cash flow to customer trust, here’s how to adapt and grow.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42bfecee4a72_man-holding-brown-rope-1458696%20(1).jpg" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42bfecee4a72_man-holding-brown-rope-1458696%20(1).jpg"/></item><item><title>Introducing the ServiceMonster Podcast for Pros</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/introducing-the-servicemonster-podcast</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/introducing-the-servicemonster-podcast</guid><description>Tune in to the ServiceMonster Podcast—where home service pros get insights, interviews, and real talk on growing and running a better business.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d429192ee4a41_Blog%20Pictures.png" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d429192ee4a41_Blog%20Pictures.png"/></item><item><title>Service Monster Podcast Episode 67</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/service-monster-podcast-episode-67</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/service-monster-podcast-episode-67</guid><description>In this episode of The ServiceMonster Podcast, Joe, Adam, and Mary break down internal employee communications within ServiceMonster</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42ade6ee4a83_067%20thumbnail.jpg" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42ade6ee4a83_067%20thumbnail.jpg"/></item><item><title>Make Your Customers Happy: 10 Easy Ways to Stand Out in Home Services</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/10-simple-ways-to-go-the-extra-mile-with-customers</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/10-simple-ways-to-go-the-extra-mile-with-customers</guid><description>Boost customer satisfaction and retention with these 10 customer service tips. 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Learn how engagement builds trust, boosts visibility, and drives leads for service businesses.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d428b5aee4a4f_apps-blur-button-close-up-267350.jpg" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d428b5aee4a4f_apps-blur-button-close-up-267350.jpg"/></item><item><title>How to take a stress-free vacation as a business owner</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/how-to-take-a-stress-free-vacation-as-a-business-owner</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/how-to-take-a-stress-free-vacation-as-a-business-owner</guid><description>As the holidays grow near, vacation is on the mind of many a service industry pro. Here are some tips for taking time off without leaving your company behind. </description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42617cee4a97_Untitled%20design%20(5).png" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42617cee4a97_Untitled%20design%20(5).png"/></item><item><title>ServiceMonster Podcast Episode 69</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/servicemonster-podcast-episode-69</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/servicemonster-podcast-episode-69</guid><description>In this episode of The ServiceMonster Podcast, Joe, Adam, and Mary discuss what makes for great Customer Support &amp; Service, and why it is so important to your business.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d425b4bee4a86_thumbnail%2069%20.jpg" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d425b4bee4a86_thumbnail%2069%20.jpg"/></item><item><title>Avoid Putting Yourself Out of Business: Tips to Survive</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/putting-yourself-out-of-business</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/putting-yourself-out-of-business</guid><description>Learn the hidden mistakes that can sink a service business—and how to avoid them. Smart tips to stay profitable and keep your business thriving.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42a779ee4a9f_pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-7567537.jpg" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d42a779ee4a9f_pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-7567537.jpg"/></item><item><title>ServiceMonster Podcast Episode 68</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/servicemonster-podcast-68</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/servicemonster-podcast-68</guid><description>In this episode of The ServiceMonster Podcast, Joe, Adam, and Asher have a conversation with Robert Ayala about his entrepreneurial journey have a service business owner. </description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d420cf7ee4a84_Podcast68.png" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d420cf7ee4a84_Podcast68.png"/></item><item><title>Window Cleaning Spotlight: Dealing with a Difficult Customer</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/window-cleaning-spotlight-dealing-with-a-difficult-customer</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/window-cleaning-spotlight-dealing-with-a-difficult-customer</guid><description>Dealing with a difficult window cleaning customer? Learn how one pro turned a tough situation into a win—and how you can do the same.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d424d29ee45af_Dealing-with-Difficult-Customers-1.png" medium="image"/><media:thumbnail url="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63caede3fa5d4240d2ee4368/63caede3fa5d424d29ee45af_Dealing-with-Difficult-Customers-1.png"/></item><item><title>It’s Time to Work On Your Business, Not Just In It</title><link>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/its-time-to-work-onyourbusiness</link><guid>https://www.servicemonster.com/blog/its-time-to-work-onyourbusiness</guid><description>Step back from daily tasks and focus on growth. 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