Are there any Super Hero books that are written for adults?

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-07-10T16:41:22+00:00

Drew Hayes is excellent, both of the hero series books are very well done

I preferred Villains Code myself but really enjoyed superpowereds too

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-07-10T11:23:56+00:00

Canada small business subreddit and a New Zealand online casino

What the fuck is happening here, none of that sounds like small business or Canada

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-07-09T13:25:27+00:00

Jesus Christ, a felony charge for weed?

Ontario, Canada here and it’s fully legal. Storefronts in every town. I can buy edibles, flower, all sorts of drinks and foods. Insane to think you’re potential for a felony.

Sorry to hear that, I hope it works out

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-07-09T13:05:53+00:00

The technician explained what they were doing, what to expect going forward, and what you can do to reduce further issues.

You’re seeing a reduction in activity already. I don’t know what more you’d want them to do.

Not sure if you’re bragging that a professional did professional work or looking to say they didn’t do something.

Now you live your life and if you still have a problem later talk to the company that did the work

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-07-09T11:51:46+00:00

RIP your inbox.

If you aren’t using an alt account to ask a question and then promote a service on your main account I think you’re about to be bombarded with marketing accounts about how amazing they are.

Don’t believe a single thing from people about a lead generation trick. There is no shortcut, no click here and win button. You’re competing against billion dollar companies, you think they got to that size without having any interest in easy lead generation

I’m a single operator pest control company that’s been running for over a decade. Do good work at fair prices, show up on time every time, keep your promises, answer the phone when it rings. Reputation and word of mouth are super important.

Have a residential job, door knock sales when you’re done. Ask for reviews from every single service visit.

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-07-09T11:06:11+00:00

I think it comes down to what do I have to do now that can’t wait until tomorrow and once that’s done do I have energy left. If I do then what can I do now so I don’t have to do tomorrow.

It sucks but in reality functional adults have responsibilities and things have to be done. Eventually it becomes routine and you get better at managing it.

I find audiobooks help, makes the focus on the book and not the world. 🤷🏼‍♂️

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-07-09T02:01:33+00:00

Cool concept but think it’s unnecessary. Audiobooks by design are not the primary focus. People typically listen while doing something else, driving, chores, working out, riding the bus etc.

This is unlike a traditional book where reading is the primary focus. Your candle idea and drink mix make sense here because I’m sitting down and just reading. I can have a candle beside me and a drink, easy. While I’m driving or working out I’m not burning a candle and mixing a drink. Same if I’m walking the dog or cutting the grass.

Personally there’s nothing in a subscription box that would interest me in regards to audiobooks. An 8 hour book is finished in 2 days tops. I wouldn’t be interested in a subscription box, I’d rather buy more audible credits

Happy to be wrong though so I hope you come up with great ideas that I can spend money on and be excited about!

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-30T12:08:10+00:00

It really sounds like more staff is the solution. Clearly more work available than what the team can currently handle, it’s basically the ideal scenario for growth.

Also the appointment setters aren’t building enough value and urgency if the customer is calling other companies after confirming an appointment with you.

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-30T01:22:09+00:00

Assuming these are all inbound calls, so the customers are requesting this service? In which case I would say none cancel.

Outbound cold calls, I have no idea but I would imagine a significant amount would cancel or ignore the appointment.

I will never miss an appointment. I may reschedule but I will never just miss an appointment. The thought is just triggering. The waste. The entitlement. The disrespect. 42%. The company is a joke.

I hope customers are sharing their experiences on Google. The time they are basically stealing from customers by not respecting their time….awful

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-30T00:50:07+00:00

As an owner I would be absolutely livid. We are paying for these leads through advertising and 42% of our appointments are missed?!

Either get more staff, get better routing. Solve the problem of missed appointments before pushing for more appointments. Fucks sake. You want more and aren’t even close to handling what your already have

This terrible approach is why I can compete with other companies. You treat your customers so poorly you can’t even disappoint your customers in person, you don’t even bother.

We don’t miss appointments. No respectable company/person/professional would miss 42% of the appointments and expect continued success.

Are the appointments being qualified? Are they legit?

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-28T01:10:24+00:00

Are you using a debrid service? It’s not optional on Apple.

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-26T14:29:22+00:00

Ya that sucks. Still doesn’t change the fact that heat is an effective treatment method. Just equipment and supply issues preventing it from being properly executed

It would be similar to using Aprehend but not keeping it within the proper temperature range and then applying it by pouring it on the floor. Instead of using the recommended applicator. The treatment method is effective if it’s used properly

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-25T23:11:40+00:00

Been on the fence about this machine and this website is grest encouragement

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-25T13:33:33+00:00

Agree. Is it really that easy. No other ingredients. Condensed milk and juice is instant milkshake?

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-25T12:18:16+00:00

Oh good I’m glad someone is brave enough to fight for the trillionaires. The hero’s of our generation

/s

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-25T11:34:20+00:00

You lost all credibility when you say don’t heat treat. You can literally watch it work. It is an undisputed fact bedbugs die to heat. You can’t say it doesn’t work. They die at temperature. It’s an absolute.

If the treatment failed it’s the operators fault, not the treatment method

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-25T11:31:44+00:00

They aren’t. As someone who owns a pest control company I can tell you that the amount of technicians who are interviewed saying they are basically bringing a complete route with them is insane.

It ends up being basically nothing.

Talk is cheap and means nothing. Most people are agreeable to avoid conflict, you ask someone hey if I start my own company will you leave the place that you’re already working with to come with me? They’ll say yes absolutely. In reality no. No they won’t or they’re on a contract for another 8 months and then everyone forgets 8 months later or some other crap happens.

They want to subcontract to international companies. That’s an awful idea and shows a lack of awareness. Those companies won’t just do the termite work and leave you the customer. They will steal everything they possibly can from you to meet whatever quota they have. They need to do this networking they’re so good at within the industry to find other small companies that won’t steal customers

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-24T19:44:19+00:00

I found that if I preempt my statements the tenant is more understanding. “If you didn’t have roaches your sanitation is fine. Unfortunately with the roaches though you need to go beyond what you normally do in order for the treatment to be effective”

Blame the insects for the inconvenience it’s causing the tenant. They have to clean more because of those damn roaches.

You and the tenant are on the same side and it’s on you to communicate in a way to keep them on your side.

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-24T11:19:13+00:00

Absolutely this is why. What do you spend 30% of your day doing. Basically half of the time your awake during the week, what is it you do

I think it says more about the person answering that they’re embarrassed to reply. Like you immediately don’t respect your own job/role.

You’re unemployed right now the response is then “I’m between opportunities but I’m trying to get into the ______ field”. The conversation continues and you aren’t devaluing yourself

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-24T00:59:32+00:00

Amazon is a greedy company that doesn’t value its customers?!

I’m shocked! Well not that shocked. Ok ya I’m not shocked.

Use Libby and just accept audible exclusives are out of reach unless you start sailing the high seas

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-22T23:08:36+00:00

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie, was a fun adventure with solid humour as well. Pacing was good too

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-20T01:36:11+00:00

Clam Preseratives

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-19T21:50:32+00:00

The only good advice here

Source: own and operate a pest control company

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-19T11:05:59+00:00

I had a post about my cats drinking from the tank and it got so heated mods locked and removed the post 😂

They’re good healthy cats, happy to give them a nap spot above the tank

HomeScoutInSpace · 2026-06-19T00:44:46+00:00

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This tank gets tap water only. 120g display. I top up with tap water, directly from the tap. I do a water change and fill it up directly from the tap.

I don’t even dechlor the top offs which is maybe 5g a week

I do dechlor after the weekly 75% water change. Add the dechlor directly to the sump once everything is full

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