ADU 0994: Hiring a Drone Pilot vs. Building an In-House Drone Program – Which Is the Better Option? - a podcast by Drone U

How do I market myself to clients who are contemplating building their own in-house drone programs?





In today's show, we discuss whether it is feasible to build an in-house drone program. As a drone pilot, how can you convince clients that hiring you is the better option?



Our caller, Adrian from Washington, has come up with a great question today. Adrian, who is into drone mapping for the construction industry, has found that more and more clients are setting up in-house drone programs. How can Adrian market his drone services, and ensure that clients don't go that route?



Setting up an in-house drone program is a huge undertaking that requires considerable resources in terms of time, money, and effort. Many organizations realize the complexity of this task only after making some costly mistakes. In this show, we discuss some marketing tips and tricks that Adrian can use to convince his clients to stick with him. Is it cheaper to build an in-house drone program? What sort of liability issues are you opening yourself to by using an in-house drone program?



Apart from learning the nuances of data acquisition and processing, a drone pilot also needs to be aware of essential standard operating procedures. Tune in to discover why hiring an experienced and skilled drone pilot is your best bet. Thanks for the great question, Adrian. Fly Safe!



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Timestamps



Today's question is about marketing yourself and dissuading clients from building their in-house drone programs

Why are so many companies unsuccessful in building in-house drone programs?

Is it wise to train your existing employees to fly drones?

Is it really cheaper for a construction company to build their own drone program?

Marketing Tips and Tricks for drone pilots

How can you vet an employee, and determine if he can learn the nuances of drone flying?

Why are you better off hiring a skilled and experienced drone service provider?

What are some crucial skills and habits of a successful drone pilot?

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