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

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

Author: Marvin Bee Language: English Episodes: 618

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.
Episodes

Duration: 35:43
Uncle Marv shares a whirlwind week of managing a major client office move in Tampa while navigating personal family emergencies. He breaks down the completion of a challenging Office 365 migration, recounts network troub…

Duration: 46:09
Uncle Marv tackles the uncomfortable truth that running an IT business is inherently challenging, regardless of size or experience level. Through three recent conversations with IT professionals at different career stage…

Duration: 32:34
Steve Kazan, founder of Inner Onion and president of NSITSP, shares his journey from financial analyst to channel chief, offering practical advice for MSPs and international tech companies entering the U.S. market. Kazan…

Duration: 23:13
Uncle Marv interviews Keith Nelson, founder of Vistem Solutions and a board member of the National Society of IT Service Providers (NSITSP). Nelson shares his journey from leading large-scale automation projects at shipp…

Duration: 1:02:47
Uncle Marv welcomes back Lynn Thames of Thames Consulting Group for an honest and insightful conversation about running a boutique MSP. Lynn proves that bigger isn’t always better in the IT world. By focusing on small cl…

Duration: 40:51
This episode kicks off a three-part series comparing two leading network monitoring platforms for MSPs: Auvik and Domotz. Listeners get firsthand insights into what makes each tool shine, how they simplify network manage…

Duration: 23:44
Andy Higgins shares his remarkable journey from international IT consultant to respected MSP owner, revealing how collaboration and standards have shaped his career. He highlights the importance of professionalism, commu…

Duration: 38:44
Paul Daigle, a veteran MSP advisor, joins Uncle Marv to break down the real-world strategies for understanding and increasing your IT business’s value. The conversation uncovers the most common mistakes MSP owners make,…

Duration: 16:24
David Steele, co-founder of Intrada Technologies, shares his 25-year journey from the Y2K era to today’s AI-powered MSP landscape. He reveals how diversification, embracing new technology, and building strong industry re…

Duration: 25:20
Robert Gillette from MSP Dojo shares practical strategies to help MSPs strengthen their sales skills, build a cohesive sales engine, and close deals with confidence. Discover how to overcome common sales challenges and a…

Duration: 18:31
James Abercrombie, Acronis’ technology evangelist, joins Uncle Marv at ASCII Edge Orlando to share how Acronis has transformed from a backup provider into a comprehensive MSP platform. He reveals the latest in automation…

Duration: 42:29
Sales success for MSPs isn’t just about marketing or scripts—it’s about building a real sales engine and practicing under pressure. Robert Gillette, founder of MSP Dojo, shares how realistic, peer-driven practice and hon…

Duration: 25:49
Jon McCarrick reveals how Acronis is reshaping the future of MSP education through its Academy programs, offering vendor-neutral training for technicians and business owners while addressing key industry challenges like…

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