What's the Buzz: Get to Know Mir Rizvi
Mir Rizvi
Operations, Compliance Manager
Moxie Pest Control Irving, Texas
How did you get started in the industry?
I was contacted by Moxie Pest Control in 2023 for an incredible opportunity based on my experience in leadership, management, and policies. After researching the company, I could not help but see the culture—along with the opportunity—the company had to offer. Each person in the company I spoke with consistently demonstrated their goals, future outlook, culture, and growth. I decided to accept the position.
Did you have any mentors along the way? Who are they, and how did they affect your career path?
I have three mentors—Matt McDonough, director of operations execution; Brandon Kinser, vice president of field care operations; and Joshua Swingle, director of operations execution—who welcomed me and took me under their leadership to coach, build, and develop almost immediately. They continuously provide great examples of what it takes to be a servant leader. By observing their daily approach, I’ve been influenced to further develop myself in their footsteps.
What’s the biggest learning experience you’ve had?
In a rapidly growing company, my experience has taught me to wear multiple hats, be involved in many projects and teams, and execute on our company’s core values on a daily basis: Do the right thing, be nice, be the solution, and keep improving.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
“You can’t cry about what is on your plate if your goal is to eat.”
What’s the worst piece of advice you’ve ever received?
“There is always tomorrow to finish what you don’t get done today.”
What’s your secret talent?
I can juggle three balls at the same time.
What life skill do you wish you had cultivated or were better at?
Managing time more wisely.
What are you most excited about these days?
Professionally, preparing for growth. Personally, seeing the Texas Rangers work toward another World Series win!
What’s the best compliment you’ve ever received?
“You’re able to make anyone smile through their darkest days.”
Describe yourself in three words.
Ambitious, driven, and passionate.
When’s the last time you changed your mind about something significant?
In 2012, I was approached by the CIA for an employment opportunity. While the opportunity sounded incredible, I changed my mind about the career path I wanted to take.
What keeps you awake at night?
“Do I really need to eat the last slice of cake at 11 p.m.?”
What is the most important lesson life has taught you?
Listen often to your gut instincts. They are more right than wrong.
What was your most embarrassing moment?
I had ripped my suit pants from behind and had gone into an interview without realizing the entire backside was exposed.
What would your superpower be?
Reading people’s minds.
What was one of the best parties you’ve ever been to?
A birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese in 1999.
Who would play you in the film of your life?
Dev Patel.
What is your guiltiest pleasure?
Cannoli.
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?
Build a time machine.
What’s one thing you had to learn the hard way?
Don’t argue with the wife.
Describe your perfect day.
A heavy snow day with the fireplace going in December, a hot cup of coffee, and no chores to do that day.
What is the weirdest way you’ve been injured?
Took a baseball at 80 miles per hour to the face.
What’s your pet peeve?
When people chew with their mouths open.
Which words or phrases do you most overuse?
“Absolutely.”
What entertainment are you binging right now?
Watching “The Sopranos” on repeat.
What’s a book that has stuck with you?
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck.
What’s your favorite holiday?
Christmas.
Where was the best vacation you’ve ever taken?
Dubai.
Finally, what do you want to be when you grow up?
A musician.
