Overview: In this episode of the SMB Community Podcast, hosts Amy Babinchak and James Kernan discuss various topics including the aftermath of the Super Bowl, the trends in mergers and acquisitions, and the effectiveness of Microsoft Action Pack programs. They explore the potential of AI in increasing productivity through a new book, 'AI Productivity Leap', and AI project management software. The episode also covers trending news from the growth trends of tech franchises to leadership changes in major companies.     Chapter Markers:   00:00 Introductions    00:52 Super Bowl Recap and Reactions   06:15 MSP Question of the Week: What is the Value of my MSP?    13:36 T-Mobile and Starlink Partnership   16:10 DeepSeek Hack and Government Response   17:27 Microsoft Action Pack Program Ending   19:02 Franchise Growth in the IT Industry   20:49 CEO Shuffling in the Tech Industry   21:28 Weekend Reads: Intel and Kaseya Leadership Changes   23:59 5 Minutes with a Smart Person Interview: Manish Bhardia of AIMEY.AI   27:49 AI Productivity Leap: The Book    36:22 Upcoming Industry Events   40:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

New Book Release: I'm proud to announce the release of my new book, The Anthology of Cybersecurity Experts! This collection brings together 15 of the nation's top minds in cybersecurity, sharing real-world solutions to combat today's most pressing threats. Whether you're an MSP, IT leader, or simply passionate about protecting your data, this book is packed with expert advice to help you stay secure and ahead of the curve. Available now on Amazon! https://a.co/d/f2NKASI

 

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