The Path to Growth

Unlocking Security Sales Success in the IT Channel


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These are some of the key topics Matt and Danny discussed in this episode:

  • Cybersecurity Isn’t More Complex — It’s Just Noisier
    • Threats remain fundamentally the same, but the explosion of tools and alerts creates confusion.
    • The core principles—like reducing surface area and hardening systems—haven’t changed.
  • Simplify the Message for Better Customer Buy-In
    • Avoid buzzwords and fear-based selling; stick to consistent, relatable explanations.
    • Clients don’t want hype — they want clarity, trust, and outcomes.
  • Technical Teams Need Sales Support to Scale
    • Engineers are great at solving problems but often struggle with follow-up and closing.
    • Pairing sales professionals with engineers improves customer experience and deal flow.
  • Global Differences Shape Enablement Strategies
    • UK MSPs tend to underprice and undersell due to cultural norms around communication.
    • U.S. partners are often more comfortable presenting and commanding higher pricing.
  • AI in Security: Overhyped, but Useful
    • AI is helpful for validating human decisions and improving workflows.
    • It’s unreliable for making core security decisions due to high error margins.
  • Attackers Are Using AI More Effectively Than Defenders
    • AI helps attackers create stealthy, undetectable malware that mimics legitimate behavior.
    • Defensive tools must rely on zero trust to manage risk when intent is unclear.
  • Zero Trust as a Foundational Defense
    • Whether it’s malware or backup software, untrusted apps should be blocked by default.
    • Real-time detection and human oversight are still critical to threat response.
  • Scaling Requires Two Things: Real Value and Awareness
    • A product must solve a real problem and be part of a full, supported solution.
    • Growth comes from making sure the market knows the product exists—education is key.
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