MSP Zone Podcast
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Hosted by Charles Weaver
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Ep 259 | MSP Innovation: Why it matters
I often hear MSPs talk about innovation: but what does that mean? To get one answer, I invited an MSP CEO to join me in a conversation about the innovation that goes into being an MSP, and the impact such innovation has on the business and customers. I was able to do just that when Jimmy Puckett, CEO of SPINEN, entered the MSP Zone. Being innovative does mean customers need to come along for the ride. What if some customers don't want what you are creating? Getting rid of problem clien
Ep 258 | The MSP Generation Divide
The MSP Generation Divide Time changes everything. That certainly seems like an appropriate saying when examining the managed services profession. MSPs seem to be getting younger and younger every year. Or maybe we are just getting older. The point is, the generational divide amongst MSP professionals is increasing. We have older and younger members of our profession, and a lot of knowledge must be transferred between these generations. New MSP generation doesn't have preconceived noti
Ep 257 | What do PE Firms Want from MSPs?
What do PE Firms Want from MSPs? For the last several years MSPs have been courted by private equity firms desperate to enter the managed services space. At the risk of being obvious, what do private equity (PE) firms want from their MSP investments? It's an important question and knowing the answer can help you successfully navigate the process of working with a PE. PE vs other MSP buyers Types of investment Hold times Managed Service Sales is Easier Than you Think Stop overthinking s