Sometimes as business owners we have to stop and remind ourselves why we are doing this - especially if you're in the first few years and your income is less than it could be in employment. It's totally worth it when you focus on the bigger picture. Let me remind you over the next 5 minutes.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content, and our portal is down today as we migrate to the brand new one.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 1st July 2024.

Running a successful business is a marathon not a sprint - and yet too many MSPs try to run this marathon carrying a massive anchor. This week I challenge you to drop your anchors and run as light as you can.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content, and our new portal is coming next week.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 24th June 2024.

To have the best possible life, there are five things you need in it... but they must be in balance with each other. Let me tell you what they are and how to achieve your own happy balance.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content, and our new marketing campaign for Windows 10 end of life.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 17th June 2024.

If you're frustrated with the progress of your MSP's growth, could be you're stuck in a mindset known as The Gap. And the answer is to shift to a different mindset called The Gain. Let me explain what those are and how to make the shift.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content, and why you should get Camtasia video editing software now.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 10th June 2024.

We're so busy as business owners that we often get our priorities completely wrong. Exercise is a great example of that. It's too easy to go a week without doing any proper exercise, yet that's one of the most important things. If you're nodding at this, I've got a challenge for you today to improve it.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content, and details of our revamped portal that's coming in the next few weeks.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 3rd June 2024.

You've probably heard that phrase before. It's confusing for some because most consumer products are sold on the strength of the brand not the people. But in B2B sales it's critical. and today I'll tell you how it should affect 1) your MSP's marketing and 2) your sales.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content, and our direct support is closed today for a public holiday.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 27th May 2024.

I subscribe to a very motivational weekly email from author Mark Manson. And recently he's been challenging his readers to make simple lifestyle changes to increase productivity: Think sleep, drinking, and exercise. Here's what he suggests.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content and enter the website review draw.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 20th May 2024.

One of the most important things we can do as business owners is to simplify EVERYTHING for our team, our clients - and even our family. Almost everything is better when it's simpler.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content and why I'm sending you fewer emails.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 13th May 2024.

There's a simple 3 step marketing strategy that drives the MSP Marketing Edge. And it's the third step which many people skip - yet it's the step that tells you when someone is ready to switch from their incumbent MSP. Here's why it's so important and the easy way to get it right.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content and we're launching a super simple referral scheme.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 6th May 2024.

How many hours do you work in the average week? There's a myth that to be a successful business owner you have to work more hours than anyone else. Here's why its not true and how many hours you should aim to work.

Also: The theme of next week's MSP Marketing Edge content and a new website review for superstar member Joel DeTeves.

Paul's 5 min Monday Motivation for 29th April 2024.