660 Growing a Successful IT Business: Matt Forman


Author: Marvin Bee June 20, 2024 Duration: 56:51
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660 Growing a Successful IT Business: Matt Forman

Uncle Marv interviews Matt Forman, owner of Local Circuit IT, a seven-figure MSP based in Denton, Texas. They discuss Matt's journey of growing his business from a two-person team to a staff of four, the challenges of finding the right employees, and his approach to company culture and customer service. Matt also shares his plans for relocating to a larger office space and the marketing struggles he faces as an introvert. The episode also covers topics like unlimited PTO, handling after-hours work, and the importance of networking and community involvement for business growth.

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