Episodes

June 3, 2025

EP 273 What's in your Tool Bag? Choosing the Right Stack for Your MSP

In this week’s episode of MSP Unplugged , we open up the digital tool bag—not to list brands or promote platforms, but to talk strategy. Whether you’re building your MSP from scratch or re-evaluating your tech stack, this con...

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May 27, 2025

EP 272 Vendor Loyalty: Embracing Innovation and Excellence with Our N…

Breaking up with a vendor is only the beginning. In this week’s MSP Unplugged, we take you behind the scenes of what happens next. We share how we prepared, planned, and executed the transition to a new vendor—without disrupt...

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May 20, 2025

EP 271 Microsoft 365 Essentials for MSPs: Tools, Tips, and Best Pract…

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we break down how we use Microsoft 365 to run a lean, secure, and efficient MSP. From managing clients and automating workflows to enhancing security and collaboration, we share our favorite ...

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May 5, 2025

EP 270 Vendor Break-ups: When Staying Costs More Than Leaving

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we dive into a topic every MSP faces eventually: when it’s time to part ways with a vendor. Whether it’s poor support, broken promises, rising costs, or lack of innovation, sticking with the wrong vendor...

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May 2, 2025

EP 269 The LinkedIn Advantage: Boosting Your MSP Presence

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we’re joined by Richard Bliss, founder of BlissPoint Consulting and a recognized expert in LinkedIn branding and social selling. Richard shares powerful, actionable strategies for leveraging LinkedIn as a business...

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April 15, 2025

EP 267 The Importance of Compliance for MSPs

For Managed Service Providers (MSPs), compliance is particularly critical because they often manage sensitive data, IT infrastructure, and cybersecurity for multiple clients across various industries—each with its own regulatory demands. it is not...

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April 8, 2025

Exploring the Changing Landscape: An Interview with ESET

Join Paco as he sits down with Cameron Tousey and Tony Anscombe to delve into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. In this insightful interview, they discuss ESET's perspective on the latest trends and how Managed Service Providers (MSPs) can...

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April 1, 2025

EP 266 Improving Client Onboarding Processes

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, Rick, and Corey dive into one of the most critical (and often overlooked) parts of the client journey—onboarding. We break down what’s working, what’s not, and how we've each improved our own onboarding...

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March 25, 2025

EP 265 MSP Success Stories: Lessons from the Field

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we sit down for a candid conversation about our own journeys in the MSP space. We’re sharing real-world experiences, wins, mistakes, and the lessons we've learned along the way. From early struggles to breakthrough...

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March 9, 2025

EP 264 Tools Every MSP Should Know About

Live from our Newark stop on our TechCon Unplugged Tour! In this podcast, we discuss tools we believe every MSP should have in their arsenal. Full Video Podcast Link: --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us!...

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March 4, 2025

EP 263 Beyond Busy: Finding Flow in a Hectic World

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we tackle one of the biggest challenges for IT business owners—time management. Running an MSP means juggling client support, operations, sales, and everything in between. So, how do you stay productive without...

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Feb. 18, 2025

EP 262 Exploring AI-Driven Service Desk Solutions

🤖 Exploring AI-Driven Service Desk Solutions | MSP Unplugged 🚀 In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we explore how AI-driven service desk solutions are revolutionizing the way MSPs deliver IT support. With the rapid advancements in artificial...

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Feb. 11, 2025

EP 261 Cybersecurity Best Practices for Small Businesses

In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we dive into cybersecurity best practices that every MSP should implement for their small business clients. With cyber threats on the rise, following a recognized security...

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Feb. 4, 2025

EP 260 Navigating Industry Conferences: Maximizing ROI

Attending industry conferences can be a game-changer for your MSP, but only if you know how to make the most of them. In this episode of MSP Unplugged, we dive into strategies for maximizing your return on investment (ROI) at conferences—covering...

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Jan. 28, 2025

EP 259 Case Study: Overcoming Business Challenges

In this episode Paco and Rick go down memory lane and share business challenges they had to overcome throughout their MSP career. Full Video Podcast Link: --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us!...

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Jan. 21, 2025

EP 258 Automation for MSP Efficiency: Tools and Tips

In this episode, we discuss how and when we use automation to streamline operations in our MSP. Full Video Podcast Link:  --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us! --------------------------------------------------- MSP...

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Jan. 14, 2025

EP 257 Breaking Up with Your Vendor: A Guide to Better Partnerships

In this episode we dive into the often tricky but essential process of evaluating vendor relationships. Whether it's poor communication, lack of support, or a misalignment with your business goals, sometimes it's time to cut ties and move on. We...

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Jan. 7, 2025

EP 256 MSP Business Growth: Proven Strategies

Happy New Year! To start the year off the crew discusses some proven strategies we have had success with! Full Video Podcast Link: --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us!...

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Dec. 31, 2024

EP 255 End of Year Wrap-Up

In this episode, In this episode, our hosts wrap-up 2024. Their hits, their misses, and their plans for 2025! Full Video Podcast Link: --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us!...

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Dec. 24, 2024

EP 254 All-In on AI?

In this episode, we explore the question: Should MSPs be going all-in on Artificial Intelligence? We discuss how we are currently using AI, our plans for leveraging it in the future, and the opportunities and challenges it presents. Join us as we...

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Dec. 19, 2024

EP 253 What's your Burden...rate?

In this episode, we break down the concept of the Burden Rate—what it is, how to calculate it, and why it’s essential for your MSP business. Learn how to use this crucial metric to optimize your pricing strategy, ensure profitability, and make...

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Dec. 10, 2024

EP 252 Who Said Pricing was Easy?

This week the crew discusses pricing. Our philosophy and procedures on how we arrive at a final cost of our offerings. Full Video Podcast Link: --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us!...

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Nov. 26, 2024

EP 251 Acquiring Clients

In this episode, we discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of how we've acquired clients in the past and what we plan to change or enhance going forward! Full Video Podcast Link: --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us!...

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Nov. 19, 2024

EP 250 Use That Budget

In this episode, Rick and Corey discuss plans and strategies to get project work on the books and helping our clients with their IT budgeting. Full Video Podcast Link: --------------------------------------------------- Connect with us!...

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