Eric Anthony | Minimizing Drama: Building a Positive MSP Community
Release Date: 08/07/2024
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Guest Name: Eric Anthony
LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esanthony/
Company: All Things MSP
Episode Summary:
In this episode of MSP Business School, host Brian Doyle engages with Eric Anthony from All Things MSP to delve into purposeful discussions, offering valuable insights into the MSP (Managed Service Provider) landscape. Eric, a seasoned media professional, shares his extensive journey from starting as a teenage consultant to becoming the Director of Partner Engagement at Ignite.
The conversation captures critical themes, including industry evolution, community building, and providing a balanced professional and personal life. Eric emphasizes the significance of work-life balance, a common struggle in the MSP realm, and introduces effective strategies like time blocking and purposeful scheduling to mitigate daily chaos. Analysis of AI implementation in SMBs, particularly generative AI, forms another crucial segment, highlighting opportunities and challenges. Eric and Brian discuss the gap in perception about AI adoption and its practical, secure usage within businesses, offering listeners a valuable guide to navigating the future of technology.
Key Takeaways:
Work-Life Balance Strategies: Eric stresses the importance of time blocking and creating dedicated personal time within daily schedules to maintain a healthy work-life balance. AI
Adoption in SMBs: Despite MSPs underestimating it, 77% of SMBs are using generative AI, presenting new service opportunities for MSPs.
Addressing Security Concerns: The need for MSPs to develop AI policies and provide education on secure AI usage to mitigate risks.
Community Engagement: Learn about Eric's efforts with All Things MSP, fostering a supportive, non-technical space for MSP professionals.
Industry Evolution: The evolution of MSP roles extending into AI technology and the essential shift towards consulting in tech-driven business environments.
Resources:
- All Things MSP Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/allthingsmsp
All Things MSP
YouTube Channel: YouTube Channel
Ignite: Ignite
Website Books Mentioned: The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington
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