The Right to Repair, Michael Callahan & Rayanne Buchianico, & the Legal Component of What We Do
SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
Release Date: 02/23/2023
How Do You Find Good People?
SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
Hosts Amy Babinchak and James Kernan discuss the struggles of recruiting and what key qualities to look for when recruiting good people. 1.) MSP Question of the Week: When struggling with recruiting, how do you find good people/talent? --- 2.) Notes On The News Microsoft will begin force-upgrading Windows 11 22H2 systems to version 23H2 starting October 8, 2024, as the former reaches end of support: Apple launched new iPhone 16 in September 2024 --- Our upcoming events and more: SMBTechfest Q4 - Irvine, CA - October 17-18 Check out Amy’s weekly newsletter! ...
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Should you offer vCISO services with your security offering?
SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
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Smaller Businesses Need Different Security Services - An Interview with Dor Eisner
SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
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Amplify your Marketing Efforts with Rialto Marketing
SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
Host James Kernan sits down with an exclusive interview with Tim Fitzpatrick, President of Rialto Marketing. Founded in 2012, Tim created Rialto with the vision of having a positive lasting impact on the businesses they work with. Tim believes there are three (3) critical elements of marketing: strategy, planning, and leadership. Having a passion for developing and growing businesses has allowed Tim and Rialto Marketing to accomplish groundbreaking marketing campaigns over the years. --- Our upcoming events and more: MASTERMIND LIVE – Denver, CO – Sept 26-27th Use...
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Sharing Big Wins and Successes
SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
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SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
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Unifying the IT Channel Industry with the Channel program
SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
Host James Kernan sits down with Kevin Lancaster and Matt Solomon of Channel Program, a platform designed to unify the IT Channel industry. Kevin Lancaster and Matt Solomon are the co-founders of Channel Program, a platform designed to unify the IT Channel industry. Kevin Lancaster has a strong background in the channel technology space. He previously served as the CEO of ID Agent, a cybersecurity company, which he grew significantly before its acquisition by Kaseya. Matt Solomon also has extensive experience in the industry. He worked alongside Kevin at ID Agent and later became the Channel...
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SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
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SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
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SMB Community Podcast by James Kernan
Host James Kernan sits down with Dustin Puryear to discuss sales and marketing for MSP's. Dustin Puryear is indeed a prominent figure in the tech world. As the founder of Puryear IT, he leads a team dedicated to leveraging technology to enhance business operations. His expertise is widely recognized, with contributions to well-known publications like Windows Magazine and CIO.com. Additionally, he’s been featured in interviews on Federal News Radio and Microsoft Podcasts. Dustin’s involvement extends to national tours with Microsoft, where he shares his insights on enterprise technology...
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Segment One: The right to repair.
This includes all electronics, automotive devices or farm vehicles such as tractors.
We discuss what we look forward to as more legislation rolls in.
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Segment Two: Two Five Minutes with Two Smart People
On this edition of Five Minutes, we have a double header special.
Host Karl sits down with Michael Callahan of Acronis and Amy B. chats with Rayanna Buchianico of ABC Solutions
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Segment Three: E & O Insurance - Legal Component of What We Do
Why you need to protect yourself and analyze the language of your contract.
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