SMB Community Podcast: Business Advice for Small MSP Owners

SMB Community Podcast: Business Advice for Small MSP Owners

By Dave Sobel, Amy Babinchak, Small Biz Thoughts, James KernanBusinessEntrepreneurshipManagement
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SMB Community Podcast: Business Advice for Small MSP Owners episodes

  • MSP Profitability: How Do You Track Vendor Subscriptions?

    1.) Notes On The News

    Cybersecurity, AI, and now...M&A? We discuss our opinion on the next new hot topic of the techworld.

    Also, Microsoft now backpedaling due to backlash on RECALL.

    Finally, Ken Patterson leaves PAX8 and now is heading to TODYL.

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    2.) The MSP Question of The Day

    How do you track vendor subscriptions?

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    https://www.facebook.com/james.kernan

    https://www.facebook.com/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


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    18 min
  • vCISO for MSPs: Building a Virtual CISO Practice — Wayne Small & Mark Moreno

    Host Karl attended the ChannelPro Live event in Columbus, Ohio. He interviewed two folks who are doing some cool things.

    Wayne Small from Australia is retooling himself and his business to take a new approach to the Virtual CISO Role. Rather than just take a few vendor-focus courses, or training based on a standardized checklist, Wayne is working through a master's degree program in security that focuses on security at the highest and most technical level. We discuss the details.

    Mark Moreno has a very interesting (and rare) niche. He focuses on companies who are solidly in the 25-100 desktop range but have massive revenue and enterprise-level budgets. This niche brings some unusual problems dues to the larger nature of the projects. But money is not one of the issues! Mark talks about how he got started. Interestingly, he still only does work with people who signed managed service agreements with these folks.

    Mark is also working with Harry Brelsford on the MSP Rescue shows. Stay tuned to https://msprescue.pro/ for more information.

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    Our upcoming events and more:

    MASTERMIND LIVE – Tampa, FL – June 27-28th http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind

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    Check out Amy's weekly newsletter!

    Sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/thirdtier/small-business-tech-news

    Kernan Consulting "Weekly Tips"!

    Sign up now: https://kernanconsulting.com/

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    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    Today's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security. Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

    Huntress Managed Security is custom-built to provide human expertise and save your clients from cyber threats. Huntress' suite of fully managed cybersecurity solutions is powered by a 24/7, human-led SOC dedicated to around-the-clock monitoring, expert investigation, and rapid response.

    While you focus on growing your business, we provide first response to hackers. Huntress has the #1 rated EDR for SMBs on G2 and a partner support Satisfaction score average of 99%.

    To start a trial today, visit https://huntress.com/karl

    :-)

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


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    31 min
  • Tech Compensation: How Much Should Your MSP Pay?

    1.) MSP Question of The Week

    Employee Compenstion--How much is too much or too little?

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    2.) Notes on The News

    Amy blog article – Financial Crimes Enforcement Network article Linkedin: https://nsitsp.org/news/financial-crimes-enforcement-network/

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    3. Strategies for Local Businesses in Local Market

    Tip and tricks for Local Businesses looking to network in their local market.

    We also talk the pros and cons of radio, billboards, and even local team sponsors.

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    Our upcoming events and more:

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    Kernan Consulting "Weekly Tips"!

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    Our Social Links:

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    https://www.facebook.com/james.kernan

    https://www.facebook.com/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

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    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    Today's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security.

    Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

    Huntress Managed Security is custom-built to provide human expertise and save your clients from cyber threats.

    Huntress' suite of fully managed cybersecurity solutions is powered by a 24/7, human-led SOC dedicated to around-the-clock monitoring, expert investigation, and rapid response.

    While you focus on growing your business, we provide first response to hackers.

    Huntress has the #1 rated EDR for SMBs on G2 and a partner support Satisfaction score average of 99%.

    To start a trial today, visit https://huntress.com/karl

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    31 min
  • MSP Leadership: Holding Techs Accountable for Subpar Work

    1.) MSP Question of The Week

    How do you hold employees accountable for subpar performance?

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    2.) James at SMB Techfest

    James kicked off the first session on the main stage by sharing how EOS can help your business scale.

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    3.) Notes on The News

    Solar Flares / Auroras – will it cause disruptions to communications?

    Cyberattack force major US health care network to divert ambulances from hospitals:

    https://edition.cnn.com/2024/05/10/tech/cyberattack-ascension-ambulances-hospitals/index.html

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    Our upcoming events and more:

    MASTERMIND LIVE – Tampa, FL – June 27-28th http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind

    Use "EARLYBIRD" as the coupon code to save $200!

    Check out Amy's weekly newsletter!

    Sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/thirdtier/small-business-tech-news

    Kernan Consulting "Weekly Tips"!

    Sign up now: https://kernanconsulting.com/

    Our Social Links:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-kernan-varcoach/

    https://www.facebook.com/james.kernan

    https://www.facebook.com/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

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    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    Today's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security.

    Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

    Huntress Managed Security is custom-built to provide human expertise and save your clients from cyber threats.

    Huntress' suite of fully managed cybersecurity solutions is powered by a 24/7, human-led SOC dedicated to around-the-clock monitoring, expert investigation, and rapid response.

    While you focus on growing your business, we provide first response to hackers.

    Huntress has the #1 rated EDR for SMBs on G2 and a partner support Satisfaction score average of 99%.

    To start a trial today, visit https://huntress.com/karl

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    29 min
  • MSP Acquisitions: How to Buy Another MSP with No Money Down

    1.) The MSP Question of The Week

    How do you buy another MSP with no money down?

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    2.) Notes on The News

    Kaseya 365 subscription debuts at $3.99!

    https://www.channele2e.com/news/kaseya-365-subscription-debuts-at-3-99

    Major Leadership Changes at PAX8, CEO steps aside...

    Pax8 has named Scott Chasin as CEO, effective immediately, replacing founder John Street in the role, the company announced.

    Finally, AI Fighter jets successfully tested and Twitter/X announces news feed based on trending topics.

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    Our upcoming events and more:

    MASTERMIND LIVE – Tampa, FL – June 27-28th http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind

    Use "EARLYBIRD" as the coupon code to save $200!

    Check out Amy's weekly newsletter!

    Sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/thirdtier/small-business-tech-news

    Kernan Consulting "Weekly Tips"!

    Sign up now: https://kernanconsulting.com/

    Our Social Links:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-kernan-varcoach/

    https://www.facebook.com/james.kernan

    https://www.facebook.com/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

    —

    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    Today's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security.

    Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

    Huntress Managed Security is custom-built to provide human expertise and save your clients from cyber threats.

    Huntress' suite of fully managed cybersecurity solutions is powered by a 24/7, human-led SOC dedicated to around-the-clock monitoring, expert investigation, and rapid response.

    While you focus on growing your business, we provide first response to hackers.

    Huntress has the #1 rated EDR for SMBs on G2 and a partner support Satisfaction score average of 99%.

    To start a trial today, visit https://huntress.com/karl

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    19 min
  • MSP Stack: How to Protect Mac Endpoints — Wes Hutcherson & Stuart Ashenbrenner, Huntress

    Host Karl Palachuk interviews Wes Hutcherson and Stuart Ashenbrenner from Huntress on the challenges and (and victories) of securing macOS endpoints.

    As you know, MacOS represents a growing percentage of the business device operating system market, outperforming both Linux and ChromeOS. Since this is going to be a growing portion of the endpoints you support, it's good to know how you're doing to do that. And with so many "home" and personal devices now being used for company purposes, quick response is important as well.

    The panel addresses the challenges of the MacOS users - including their persistent reluctance to believe that their devices need protection at all! There is a false sense of security around MacOS, driven by old-school understandings of Mac security and the realities of well-funded adversaries on the dark web.

    MacOS malware now accounts for 6.2% of all endpoint OS malware. Half of all MacOS users have been affected by malware, hacking, or scams. You can expect that to grow as well.

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    Thanks to Huntress for sponsoring the SMB Community Podcast. Partners can learn more at https://www.huntress.com/karl

    Wes Hutcherson is the Director of Product Marketing for Huntress where he oversees market intelligence and go-to-market strategies. His multi-faceted technology and cyber security experience spans over a decade with market leaders such as Bishop Fox, eSentire, Hewlett-Packard, and Dell SecureWorks, covering Managed Detection and Response, Governance, Risk, and Compliance, Continuous Threat Exposure Management, Offensive Security, and other topics.

    Stuart Ashenbrenner works at Huntress as a Staff macOS Researcher, focusing on macOS security and development. He has spoken at various conferences about macOS security, including Objective by the Sea. He is co-author and core developer on the open source, macOS incident response tool called Aftermath. He has perviously worked as a macOS detections engineer and a software engineer.

    :-)

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    Our upcoming events and more:

    Register for James's class at ITSPU!

    5W22 – MSP Professional Sales is live. Enroll today: https://www.itspu.com/all-classes/classes/msp-professional-sales-program/

    MASTERMIND LIVE – Tampa, FL – June 27-28th http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind

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    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

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    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    Today's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security.

    Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

    Huntress Managed Security is custom-built to provide human expertise and save your clients from cyber threats.

    Huntress' suite of fully managed cybersecurity solutions is powered by a 24/7, human-led SOC dedicated to around-the-clock monitoring, expert investigation, and rapid response.

    While you focus on growing your business, we provide first response to hackers.

    Huntress has the #1 rated EDR for SMBs on G2 and a partner support Satisfaction score average of 99%.

    To start a trial today, visit https://huntress.com/karl

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    30 min
  • MSP Hiring: Should You Still Use Non-Compete Agreements?

    1.) MSP Question of the Week

    Should you ban Non-compete Agreements?

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    2.) Notes on The News

    Big Tech firms lost its dream status due to layoffs and instability: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/28/how-working-for-big-tech-lost-dream-job-status.html

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    3.) Five Minutes with A Smart Person - Bit-Wizards

    Louis Erickson is the co-founder and COO, and Sam Blowes is the Director of Solution Consulting at Bit-Wizards--an award winning IT services provider based in Florida.

    We discuss the importance of forming strong relationships with your clients as an MSP.

    Check them out: https://bitwizards.com/

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    Our upcoming events and more:

    Register for James's class at ITSPU!

    5W22 – MSP Professional Sales is live. Enroll today: https://www.itspu.com/all-classes/classes/msp-professional-sales-program/

    MASTERMIND LIVE – Tampa, FL – Junr 27-28th http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind

    Use "EARLYBIRD" as the coupon code to save $200!

    Catch James at the SMBTechfest!

    SMBTechfest – Irvince, CA – May 9-10th

    https://www.smbtechfest.com/index.asp

    Check out Amy's weekly newsletter!

    Sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/thirdtier/small-business-tech-news

    Kernan Consulting "Weekly Tips"!

    Sign up now: https://kernanconsulting.com/

    Our Social Links:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-kernan-varcoach/

    https://www.facebook.com/james.kernan

    https://www.facebook.com/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    Today's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security.

    Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

    Huntress Managed Security is custom-built to provide human expertise and save your clients from cyber threats.

    Huntress' suite of fully managed cybersecurity solutions is powered by a 24/7, human-led SOC dedicated to around-the-clock monitoring, expert investigation, and rapid response.

    While you focus on growing your business, we provide first response to hackers.

    Huntress has the #1 rated EDR for SMBs on G2 and a partner support Satisfaction score average of 99%.

    To start a trial today, visit https://huntress.com/karl

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    34 min
  • Do MSPs Prefer iPhones or Androids?

    1.) MSP Question of The Week

    Which do you prefer: iPhone or Android? Is there a clear winner?

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    2.) Notes on The News

    What are the current TOP Password Managers?

    https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-password-managers,review-3785.html

    "Big Tech" censoring content...and other clickbait-y titles.

    https://edition.cnn.com/2024/04/09/tech/meta-social-media-nightcap/index.html

    There are only two weeks left to submit your application for Channel Futures MSP501: https://www.channelfutures.com/about-msp-501

    Host Amy weighs in how it helps market your company.

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    Our upcoming events and more:

    Register for James's class at ITSPU!

    5W22 – MSP Professional Sales is live. Enroll today: https://www.itspu.com/all-classes/classes/msp-professional-sales-program/

    MASTERMIND LIVE – Tampa, FL – April 27-28th http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind

    Use "EARLYBIRD" as the coupon code to save $200!

    Catch James at the SMBTechfest!

    SMBTechfest – Irvince, CA – May 9-10th

    https://www.smbtechfest.com/index.asp

    Check out Amy's weekly newsletter!

    Sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/thirdtier/small-business-tech-news

    Kernan Consulting "Weekly Tips"!

    Sign up now: https://kernanconsulting.com/

    Our Social Links:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-kernan-varcoach/

    https://www.facebook.com/james.kernan

    https://www.facebook.com/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    Today's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security.

    Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

    Huntress Managed Security is custom-built to provide human expertise and save your clients from cyber threats.

    Huntress' suite of fully managed cybersecurity solutions is powered by a 24/7, human-led SOC dedicated to around-the-clock monitoring, expert investigation, and rapid response.

    While you focus on growing your business, we provide first response to hackers.

    Huntress has the #1 rated EDR for SMBs on G2 and a partner support Satisfaction score average of 99%.

    To start a trial today, visit https://huntress.com/karl

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    22 min
  • MSP Pricing: Should You Charge for Onsite Travel?

    1.) The MSP Question of The Week

    Should you charge for onsite travel?

    And what's best--Price per seat or per device?

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    2.) Notes on The News

    The FBI is warning consumers against using public phone charging stations in order to avoid exposing their devices to malicious software...

    ...Apple loses top phonemaker spot to Samsung as iPhone shipments drop!

    "Apple's smartphone shipments dropped about 10% in the first quarter of 2024, hurt by intensifying competition by Android smartphone makers aiming for the top spot, data from research firm IDC showed on Sunday."

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    Our upcoming events and more:

    Register for James's class at ITSPU!

    5W22 – MSP Professional Sales starts April 23rd. Sign up now: https://www.itspu.com/all-classes/classes/msp-professional-sales-program/

    MASTERMIND LIVE – Tampa, FL – April 27-28th http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind

    Use "EARLYBIRD" as the coupon code to save $200!

    Catch James at the SMBTechfest!

    SMBTechfest – Irvince, CA – May 9-10th

    https://www.smbtechfest.com/index.asp

    Check out Amy's weekly newsletter!

    Sign up now: https://mailchi.mp/thirdtier/small-business-tech-news

    Kernan Consulting "Weekly Tips"!

    Sign up now: https://kernanconsulting.com/

    Our Social Links:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-kernan-varcoach/

    https://www.facebook.com/james.kernan

    https://www.facebook.com/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    ay's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security.

    Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

    Huntress Managed Security is custom-built to provide human expertise and save your clients from cyber threats.

    Huntress' suite of fully managed cybersecurity solutions is powered by a 24/7, human-led SOC dedicated to around-the-clock monitoring, expert investigation, and rapid response.

    While you focus on growing your business, we provide first response to hackers.

    Huntress has the #1 rated EDR for SMBs on G2 and a partner support Satisfaction score average of 99%.

    To start a trial today, visit https://huntress.com/karl

    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    18 min
  • Dima Kumets of Huntress Labs

    Host Karl caught up with Dima Kumets, Principal Product Manager at Huntress Labs focused on their Security Awareness Training product. It was an entertaining interview!

    This interview focuses on the Security Awareness Training product, which features a truly engaging way for end users to learn about phishing attacks and other threats that arrive through email. Karl and Dima introduce you do the archvillain Didi and her role in educating clients - without irritating or alienating them!

    About Dima Kumets: Prior to joining Huntress, Dima was the product lead on OpenDNS (acquired by Cisco and now Cisco Umbrella.) He leverages his 20+ years of experience in technology to help partners grow their security practices and better protect the small and medium size businesses we all rely on.

    Partners can learn more at https://huntress.com/karl to sign up for a free trial.

    And, MSPs can sign up for the "Neighborhood watch" program that gives you free internal use licenses for all products.

    Thanks to Huntress for sponsoring this podcast.

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    Our upcoming events and more:

    Register for James's upcoming class at ITSPU!

    5W22 – MSP Professional Sales starts April 23rd. Sign up now: https://www.itspu.com/all-classes/classes/msp-professional-sales-program/

    MASTERMIND LIVE – Tampa, FL – April 27-28th http://bit.ly/kernanmastermind

    Use "EARLYBIRD" as the coupon code to save $200!

    Catch James at the SMBTechfest!

    SMBTechfest – Irvince, CA – May 9-10th

    https://www.smbtechfest.com/index.asp

    Check out Amy's weekly newsletter!

    Sign up now : https://mailchi.mp/thirdtier/small-business-tech-news

    Our Social Links:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-kernan-varcoach/

    https://www.facebook.com/james.kernan

    https://www.facebook.com/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlpalachuk/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybabinchak/

    https://www.facebook.com/amy.babinchak/

    https://thirdtier.net

    https://www.youtube.com/@ThirdTierIT

    Sponsor Memo: Huntress

    Today's SMB Community Podcast is brought to you by Huntress Managed Security.

    Cybersecurity is more than software—it's also the expertise needed to effectively fight against today's evolving threat landscape.

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    About the SMB Community Podcast: Weekly business advice for small MSP owners from Amy Babinchak and James Kernan of the Small Biz Thoughts community — MSP sales, MSP pricing and agreements, hiring and leading an MSP team, MSP operations, selling your MSP, and AI for small MSPs. Produced by MSP Radio. More for MSP owners at smallbizthoughts.com.


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    28 min

About SMB Community Podcast: Business Advice for Small MSP Owners

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Running a small MSP means being the CEO, the sales team, the HR department, and the escalation tech — usually in the same afternoon. The SMB Community Podcast is where MSP owners get straight answers on the business side of running an MSP.

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