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Uncle Marv"s IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs)

The IT Business Podcast is a show for MSPs (Managed Service Providers) and IT Professionals providing business network support and managed services. The podcast aims to provide actionable advice and tips that help IT businesses survive and grow in the competitive tech industry. The podcast features guest interviews with seasoned IT professionals, business owners, vendors and industry leaders who share their experiences, insights, and strategies for success. These discussions often cover topics such

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00:59:56

Reduce Security Costs with HacWare (EP 782)

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2025/03/06

deep dive into cybersecurity with Tiffany Ricks of HacWare. Tiffany shares her unique journey from aspiring NBA star to ethical hacker, and how those experiences shaped her innovative approach to cybersecurity training.The conversation tackles the shortcomings of traditional phishing simulations, which often rely on outdated templates that fail to engage users. Tiffany explains how HacWare leverages AI to personalize training content, using real-time data from actual cyberattacks to keep users on

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00:32:23

Transforming Your Money Mindset with Profit First (EP...

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2025/03/05

Uncle Marv welcomes back Shannon Simmons, a Profit First professional, to discuss how IT professionals and MSPs can improve their businesses with the Profit First system. Shannon shares her personal tax issue story and how it led her to Profit First. They debunk common myths about the system, such as the misconception that having multiple bank accounts is too much work. Shannon introduces the "Embodied CFO" concept, which helps business owners understand their relationship with money and overcome

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00:41:35

Meet Melissa Hockenberry: First Things First (EP 780)

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2025/03/05

Uncle Marv kicks off this episode with Melissa Hockenberry. Melissa recounts her early days at Autotask, how she transitioned from retail and non-profit roles into the tech industry, and her passion for customer success. They explore Melissa's transition into consulting, driven by a desire to help MSPs improve their customer relationships and business processes.Melissa shares her insights on how MSPs can enhance customer experience by focusing on empathy and clear communication. She challenges the

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00:39:37

A ThreatLocker Deep Dive with Brian Weiss (EP 779)

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2025/03/05

Uncle Marv and Brian Weiss kick off their chat at Zero Trust World 2025, discussing the conference's unique focus on education and practical application rather than just sales pitches. Brian shares his experience using ThreatLocker in a co-managed service provider setting.The conversation dives deep into ThreatLocker, with Brian explaining how his company deploys its various modules and the benefits of using the unified package. They explore the value of CyberHero support. Uncle Marv shares his

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00:52:15

AI Marketing for MSP Growth (EP 778)

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2025/03/04

Uncle Marv kicks off March with marketing and money talk, welcoming back Dave Scott, who’s fresh off a fantastic year and ready to drop some serious knowledge. Dave emphasizes that MSPs need to ditch "guerrilla marketing" and start thinking about their sales and marketing like they do their client's tech stacks – with a strategic collection of AI and automation tools.But how do you avoid sounding like everyone else when using AI? Dave stresses that AI is still in its infancy and that successful MSPs

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00:35:01

MSP Growth: Degenerate Style (EP 777)

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2025/03/03

Uncle Marv kicks off the podcast live from Zero Trust World in Orlando, Florida, joined by JP Keesy and Martin Perkins of Tech Degenerates. They discuss their experiences at the conference, highlighting the diversity of attendees – from MSPs to enterprise IT professionals.The conversation explores the Tech Degenerates community, born from a need for face-to-face interaction and a desire to break down barriers within the IT world. JP and Martin emphasize the importance of having a space where people

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00:41:49

Cybersecurity: The Cost of Doing Business (EP 776)

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2025/03/02

Uncle Marv kicks off a spontaneous chat with Wayne Selk at Zero Trust World 2025 in Orlando. Wayne is there to present on why cybersecurity is now simply the cost of doing business. He shares alarming stats from the Small Business Administration about security incidents and emphasizes that all businesses using technology are at risk.The conversation evolves into how solution providers need to change their approach, focusing on business risk and objectives rather than just tech specs. Wayne

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00:33:27

Sports, Tech & Life with Scully (EP 775)

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2025/03/02

Uncle Marv kicks things off with Scully at Zero Trust World in Orlando, reminiscing about past radio shows and brainstorming show names. The Impact of COVIDScully and Uncle Marv discuss how the pandemic has changed the way we timestamp events and reflect on pre- and post-COVID life. They touch on how it has impacted travel and work-life balance, particularly for those in the IT industry.Sports NostalgiaFrom boxing legends like Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield to NBA greats like Michael Jordan and

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00:51:33

Leveraging AI to Help MSP Clients (EP774)

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2025/02/28

Uncle Marv kicks off a fascinating discussion with Zulfiya Forsythe of Omadli Group and Dmitry Rudman of SafePoint IT about how MSPs can leverage the power of data and AI to better serve their clients. Zulfiya shares her journey from corporate accounting to becoming a data and AI expert, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and continuous learning. Dmitry discusses how a client led him to discover a partnership with Omadli group that allowed him to offer Business Intelligence as a Service. The

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00:39:12

Dawn Sizer: Zero Trust & Iguanas (EP773)

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2025/02/27

Marv and Dawn dive deep into the challenges faced by MSPs, from vendor frustrations to the ever-present need for robust cybersecurity. They discuss the surprising usefulness of ThreatLocker, with Marv admitting he uses ThreatLocker because Dawn told him to! The conversation shifts to vendor stacks, frameworks, and the elusive quest for industry standards, touching on the roles of organizations like GTIA (formerly CompTIA). They also explore the importance of understanding the "why" behind security

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01:00:20

Zero Trust World 2025 - After the Show (EP 772)

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2025/02/27

Uncle Marv kicks off the show with a big shout-out to Danny Jenkins and ThreatLocker for the Zero Trust World experience. Despite being stationed next to the food (hello, noisy plate clanking!), Marv was thrilled with the turnout at his podcast booth. Listeners will be happy to know that he hasn’t forgotten about that 365 migration that just keeps on going!The main event? A chat with Brian Weiss from iTech Solutions about the groundbreaking announcements from ThreatLocker. They discussed the new

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00:30:49

Zero Trust World: Day 1 - Rubber Ducky Dangers (EP 771)

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2025/02/26

Uncle Marv is live at Zero Trust World 2025, diving deep into cybersecurity with two key figures from ThreatLocker. First up is Kieran Human, a Special Projects Engineer, who sheds light on the frighteningly simple dangers of "rubber duckies" – innocent-looking USBs that can wreak havoc on your systems. They explore how these devices can bypass security and exfiltrate data and also discuss real-world scenarios like Wi-Fi Pineapples and OMG Cables.Then, Marv chats with Rob Allen, the Chief Product

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00:43:09

Growing Your MSP with TDSynnex (EP 770)

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2025/02/25

In this episode, Uncle Marv interviews Meredith Payne, Senior Director of Business Development at TDSynnex. They discuss the evolution of TDSynnex and its commitment to supporting MSPs in today's dynamic IT landscape.Meredith shares insights into the MSP Evolve program, a framework designed to help MSPs grow and optimize their businesses. The conversation covers the range of support services, training programs, and tailored solutions available to MSPs through this initiative. Meredith emphasizes the

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00:48:30

Conquer Project Chaos with Moovila (EP 769)

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2025/02/22

Uncle Marv interviews Mike Psenka from Moovila about their AI project management platform and its benefits for MSPs. Mike addresses listener questions from the previous episode, particularly focusing on how Moovila alerts users to project deviations and integrates with PSAs like ConnectWise, Halo, and Autotask. The Critical Path Engine continuously analyzes project portfolios, identifying risks and capacity conflicts, and virtualizes updated timelines, and reschedules engineers, with the option for

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00:29:50

MSPAA & MSP Visibility with David Jooste: EP 768

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2025/02/18

Uncle Marv interviews David Jooste from the MSPAA (MSP Association of America) about the organization's mission and activities. David emphasizes that the MSPAA focuses on public-facing advocacy for MSPs, connecting them with the business community rather than solely providing internal business advice. He highlights their efforts at events like the IT Expo, where they ensure MSPs get recognition and opportunities to speak. The MSPAA also facilitates networking dinners where MSPs can build

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00:10:14

767 PowerShell for Microsoft 365 Migrations

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2025/02/15

Uncle Marv shares his recent experience migrating mailboxes and data files to SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 for a referral client. The project, involving 14 mailboxes for 10 users, presented challenges such as limited access to the previous hosting environment and mailboxes exceeding size limits. Marv highlights how PowerShell became essential for overcoming these obstacles, performing tasks more efficiently than the Microsoft 365 portal would allow. He emphasizes that while the portal is

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00:38:15

766 Moovilla: AI Project Management for MSPs

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2025/02/14

Uncle Marv interviews Mike Psenka, CEO of Moovila, winner of the 2024 SWAG Award, about revolutionizing project management for MSPs. Mike discusses Moovila's origins, stemming from challenges observed in both the construction industry and the MSP space, and how their AI-driven platform addresses the unique needs of MSPs, particularly those looking to scale or improve their efficiency. They discuss how Moovila helps MSPs transition from traditional project management to a more automated, reliable

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765 Chris Keith: Hire Smarter

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2025/02/13

Uncle Marv kicks off the podcast catching us up on his busy week at IT Expo in Fort Lauderdale, complete with a listener luncheon and MSP panel appearance! He also gives us an update on his ongoing Office 365 migration saga (we've all been there, right?). The main event is a return visit from Chris Keith of Hirexe, diving deep into the benefits of hiring South African staff to augment your IT organization. Chris shares how Hirexe helps MSPs go beyond just finding help desk techs, and how they can

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764 Navigating the Cyber Incident "Boom"

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2025/02/06

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, Uncle Marv hosts cybersecurity expert Matthew Fisch and Attorney Christopher Regan to discuss the crucial "boom" moment during a cyber incident. They explore what happens when a cybersecurity disaster strikes and how to respond effectively. The conversation kicks off by defining what "boom" means in cybersecurity terms. Matt explains that it's not always a sudden event but can be a process that unfolds over weeks or months. They stress the importance of

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00:35:41

763 Solving MSP Hiring Woes with Chris Keith

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2025/02/04

Uncle Marv welcomes Chris Keith, founder of HireXE, to discuss the challenges of hiring in the IT and MSP space. Chris shares his entrepreneurial journey, from digital advertising to creating a hanger company, before focusing on solving the talent acquisition problem in the channel. HireXE's unique approach involves tapping into the South African talent pool, where Chris has found high-quality, cost-effective professionals familiar with the MSP industry. He explains how their rigorous vetting

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