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396: Datto, Kaseya and the Million Dollar MSP

Author: Marvin Bee April 13, 2022 Duration: 1:03:31

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Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs)

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Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) by Marvin Bee is where managed service providers and IT professionals come for straight, practical guidance. This podcast dives into the real-world challenges of running and growing an IT services business - from pricing and packaging to sales, operations, and client management. Each episode features conversations with seasoned IT pros who share hard-earned lessons, proven strategies, and honest stories from the field. Whether youre just starting your MSP or looking to streamline and scale, youll find actionable tips you can apply right away. Listen episodes to stay ahead of industry trends, avoid common pitfalls, and sharpen both your technical and business skills. This podcast is your ongoing companion for building a stronger, smarter, and more profitable IT business in a fast-changing tech landscape.

Guest: Stanley Louissaint, Principal & Founder at Fluid Designs Stan and I discuss the big news of the day with Kaseya acquiring Datto. Then we turn our attention to Stan's helpful tips to grow your business, even as a solo tech.

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