IT Business Podcast Episodes

Oct. 27, 2024

730 ASCII Live Powered by RYTHMz

Uncle Marv brings the show live from the ASCII Edge event in Saint Petersburg, featuring insightful conversations with industry leaders Steve Copeland from RYTHMz and Dawn Sizer from 3rd Element Consulting. The discussions cover cutting-edge technology, business growth strategies, and the importanc…

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Oct. 22, 2024

729 Eric Torres on the Importance of Community

Uncle Marv welcomes Eric Torres, Vice President of Channel and Community Engagement at Pax8, to discuss the evolving MSP landscape, marketplace trends, and Pax8's role in shaping the future of IT solution providers.

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Oct. 22, 2024

728: 5 Marketing Commandments Every MSP Needs to Know

Uncle Marv welcomes back Jennifer Bleam from MSP Sales Revolution to discuss the often-overlooked aspects of marketing and sales for Managed Service Providers. Jennifer shares invaluable insights on avoiding common pitfalls, qualifying leads, and implementing effective sales strategies that can tra…

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Oct. 22, 2024

727 Why Every MSP Needs to Focus on Nurturing Leads

Jennifer Bleam of MSP Sales Revolution challenges conventional wisdom on MSP marketing and sales strategies. She offers a fresh perspective on nurturing leads, setting realistic goals, and creating customized marketing plans for MSPs of all sizes.

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Oct. 17, 2024

726 Business Reinvention Summit Preview

Uncle Marv introduces the upcoming Business Reinvention Summit featuring Dr. Carrie Johansson. The summit promises valuable insights for business owners looking to transform their personal and professional lives.

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Oct. 17, 2024

725 Compliance Scorecard Team Interview

Uncle Marv welcomes the team from Compliance Scorecard to discuss the latest developments in compliance and security for MSPs. The conversation covers recent changes at Compliance Scorecard, the importance of cybersecurity frameworks, and exciting new features in their upcoming software release.

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Oct. 11, 2024

724 Secure Help Desk Operations with Nametag

Uncle Marv sits down with Aaron Painter, CEO of Nametag, to explore the critical issues of identity theft and social engineering in the age of remote work. Discover how deepfakes and sophisticated impersonation techniques are reshaping the landscape of cybersecurity, and learn about innovative solu…

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Oct. 10, 2024

723 Insights from Cynomi's Tim Coach

Uncle Marv welcomes Tim Coach, Chief Evangelist of Community and Channels at Cynomi. They discuss Tim's new role, the innovative VCISO platform Cynomi offers, and share insights on MSP business strategies and industry trends.

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Oct. 10, 2024

722 Preparing Your Business for Hurricane Milton

In this urgent episode of Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast, Marv provides critical updates on Hurricane Milton as it approaches Florida. He's joined by Scott Dollar from Ideal Technologys in Tampa to discuss IT preparations and lessons learned from past storms.

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Oct. 9, 2024

721 Hurricane Milton: Live Report with Rayanne Buchianico

In this special report, Uncle Marv provides a crucial update on Hurricane Milton as it approaches Florida. Joined by guest Rayanne Buchianico from Clearwater, they discuss storm preparations, evacuation decisions, and share valuable insights for weathering hurricanes.

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Oct. 8, 2024

720 Hurricane Milton & TEKnowledge Tech Community

In this special episode of Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast, we get an urgent update on Hurricane Milton approaching Florida and learn about TEKnowledge, a nonprofit organization making a difference in the tech industry and communities in need.

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Oct. 4, 2024

719 Crafting Your MSP Brand Story with Decoded Strategies

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv sits down with Annie Mosbacher and Kristin Spiotto from Decoded Strategies to explore the power of storytelling in marketing for MSPs. The duo shares insights on crafting compelling brand narratives, avoiding common marketing pitfalls, and leve…

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Oct. 3, 2024

718 What We Learned: TechCon and Helene

In this episode, Uncle Marv is joined by guests Jason Miller and Justine Anderson to discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, reflections on TechCon Unplugged, and the latest developments in the IT industry. The episode covers disaster recovery planning, conference experiences, and amusing "Flori…

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Sept. 27, 2024

717 The Power of Saying No

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv shares valuable insights on client management, focusing on the importance of recognizing problematic clients early, setting clear boundaries, and prioritizing quality over quantity in business relationships.

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Sept. 26, 2024

716 QuestingHound's Tech Stack: Why TruGrid Stands Out

In this episode of Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast, host Marvin Bee sits down with John Boden from QuestingHound Technology Partners to discuss secure remote access solutions, MSP strategies, and the importance of vendor relationships in the IT industry.

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Sept. 19, 2024

715 Conferences: Big vs. Small

In this post-conference episode, Uncle Marv reflects on the recent TechCon Unplugged event, discusses the merits of small vs. large conferences, and shares his frustrations with a propane delivery service. He also covers Florida man stories and updates on the Python Challenge.

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Sept. 12, 2024

714 From Video Games to MSP Success: Brian Weiss

Uncle Marv sits down with Brian Weiss of ITECH Solutions to discuss Brian's journey in the IT industry, from his early days working at a computer store to building a successful MSP business. Brian shares valuable insights on business growth, adapting to industry changes, and overcoming significant …

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Sept. 11, 2024

713 Cork's Leadership Shake-Up: Dan Candee and Carlson Choi

Uncle Marv sits down with Dan Candee and Carlson Choi from Cork to discuss the company's recent leadership changes, rapid growth, and innovative approach to cybersecurity for Managed Service Providers (MSPs).

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Sept. 5, 2024

712 Onboarding & Offboarding Professionally

Uncle Marv discusses the importance of professional onboarding and offboarding practices in the MSP industry, sharing his recent experience with a challenging client transition.

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Sept. 4, 2024

711 Cybersecurity Lawsuits on the Rise: What MSPs Need to Know

Uncle Marv welcomes back attorney Bradley Gross to discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity litigation and its implications for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). The conversation delves into recent high-profile court cases, the importance of clear service agreements, and strategies for MSPs …

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Aug. 29, 2024

710 Leadership Insights: Marnie Stockman

Uncle Marv welcomes back Marnie Stockman to discuss leadership, customer success, and the challenges facing MSPs. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from personal development to industry-wide issues, offering valuable insights for IT professionals and business owners alike.

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Aug. 26, 2024

709 Your Helpdesk Copilot - Giant Rocketship

Uncle Marv interviews Dustin Puryear, CEO and founder of Giant Rocketship, a software platform designed to enhance the efficiency and profitability of IT businesses through AI-driven help desk management and ticket automation.

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Aug. 23, 2024

708 Navigating IT Challenges with Marnie Stockman

In this episode, we continue our insightful conversation with Marni Stockman, diving deeper into her experiences and expertise in the IT industry. This is part two of our interview, where Marni shares more valuable lessons and strategies for success in IT management.

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Aug. 22, 2024

707 AI in IT Contracts: What MSPs Need to Know

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv explores the intersection of AI and legal contracts with guest Rob Scott of Monjur. They discuss the potential and pitfalls of using AI to generate contracts for managed service providers (MSPs) and the importance of legal expertise in the proc…

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