Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and tips for the MSP and IT Professional)

Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and ti…

The IT Business Podcast is a show for MSPs (Managed Service Providers) and IT Professionals providing business network support and managed services. Each episode delivers products, stories, and tips that help the MSP and IT Pro run the business better, smarter, and faster, covering everything from pricing and packaging to operations, tools, and service delivery. You’ll hear candid conversations with working MSP owners, system admins, vendors, and industry leaders who share what’s actually working in the field, including hard lessons, success stories, and the occasional “what not to do.” Topics regularly include managed services best practices, cybersecurity and compliance, Microsoft 365 and cloud, automation and documentation, vendor selection and stack building, plus the day-to-day realities of running a modern IT business. Hosted by longtime IT business owner and podcaster Marvin “Uncle Marv” Bee, the show blends real talk, practical advice, and a lighthearted tone so the MSP and IT Pro behind the network can learn, laugh, and get better every week.

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Oct. 13, 2022

446 Live with Erzsebet "Liz" Pifko

Liz Pifko returns to answer all your legal questions about the most important legal services (like contracts) for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

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On this episode, Liz and I revisit the concept of trademarks and how important it is that you consider trademarking your business name to avoid a "cease and desist" letter that could cost thousands of dollars down the road.

We also talked about her new website where you can get a starter set of legal documents, like an MSA, for a fraction of the cost.

What's included?

Master Service Agreement (MSA) Template
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Liability Waiver
Client Handbook Template
IT Policy Manual Template
Service Election and Risk Acceptance Letter
MSA + Client Handbook Template Customization Training
Monthly MSA Focused Q&A

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Liz is the Managing Attorney at Corvinus Law: https://corvinuslaw.com/

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Diana Giles, Skyline IT Management: https://skylineitmgmt.com/

Chris Moroz, Your IT: https://yourit.com/

Ramey Redden and Justin Nida, Manna Networks: https://www.mannanetworks.com/

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Business & IP Attorney

Liz is a multi-award-winning business and IP attorney and the owner of Corvinus Law, a boutique virtual law firm focused on helping small businesses in the areas of intellectual property (trademarks and copyright) and a wide range of corporate matters (contract drafting and negotiation, business formation, advertising and Internet law).

She is also the owner of Renegade Legal, an online shop offering industry-specific contract, letter and other document templates that help business owners – including MSPs – reduce client disputes, increase profitability, and protect themselves from legal liability.

With well over a decade of experience, she is a frequent speaker at summits, conferences, podcasts and private corporate events on the topics of risk management, MSAs, and best practices for MSPs to manage client expectations, control scope, get paid, and limit legal liability in today’s often unpredictable and increasingly hostile cybersecurity landscape.

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