Flat Earthers believe the Earth is flat, yet many of these same people accept the Big Bang theory, which proposes that the universe was once the size of a marble. They reject something with overwhelming, definitive proof while embracing something theoretical. We have photographs of Earth, but none of...
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Discover how to lead through economic uncertainty by circling the wagons, communicating clearly, and seizing opportunities while others retreat.
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I’ve recently taken some time to reflect on the significant role Peer groups have played in my life and the ongoing value they hold for me. I started participating in Peer groups when I owned an MSP many years ago. They helped me stay on the right track, hold...
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As we enter 2024, cybersecurity continues to be a significant issue for MSPs and their customers. Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of IT threats is crucial in distinguishing yourself from competitors. Without a well-defined strategy, a solid security platform, and an adaptive mindset for the upcoming year, there’s a heightened...
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Owning and operating an MSP will be more challenging in the new year. Still, I think that’s good for many of our TruPeer members practicing self-accountability — and here’s why. Self-accountability is crucial to the success of MSPs, especially in generating new monthly recurring revenue (MRR) at optimal pricing....
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While many things in life are out of your control, your mindset isn’t one of them. You and only you determine how to respond when “life happens.” You typically have two options: Sit and sulk or adapt and overcome. The choice is yours. But what’s often not so simple...
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It’s true — you’re in the technology business, but what business isn’t a technology company these days? The only way to grow and generate more monthly recurring revenue (MRR) at the right price in the new year isn’t by focusing solely on technology; it’s by understanding how you can...
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There is a lot of conversation about thought leadership and content marketing for managed services providers (MSPs) these days — and there’s a reason for that. As MSPs, we have an excellent opportunity to create a buyer’s journey that results in a more predictable flow of qualified leads. Becoming...
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I’ve recently been talking a lot with our peer groups about the changing economy. Unfortunately, the hopes of a soft landing for the economy are diminishing. I think we’ve reached the point where we all need to think about what rising interest rates and a looming recession mean to...
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We at TruMethods built a benchmarking platform for our peer group members. It looks at financial data, operational data, sales data, marketing data, and does a bunch of great calculations. We’ve added more ways to view the MSP business over time. More recently, we added some calculations to help...
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