EPISODE · Jun 6, 2024 · 1H 3M
641 MSP Success Story: Unbound Digital
from Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) · host Rachel Miller, Jason Miller
The episode kicks off with Uncle Marv providing updates on his recent trip to IT Nation Secure and the new podcast sponsor, TruGrid. He then welcomes Jason and Rachel Miller to discuss what makes a successful MSP. The Millers share their experience of renovating their new office building, which was previously the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce building. They discuss the challenges they faced, including dealing with outdated features like parquet flooring and asbestos. A significant turning point for their business was the decision to shed their residential customer base and focus solely on business clients. This shift allowed them to streamline their operations and adopt a more specialized approach tailored to the needs of commercial clients. When it comes to financial management, the Millers take a pragmatic approach. While they don't strictly follow methodologies like Profit First, Rachel employs her accounting background to maintain a pulse on the business's financial health. Their focus is on retaining customers and ensuring high levels of satisfaction, rather than rigidly adhering to KPIs or billable hour targets.Key Takeaways: Transitioning from residential to business clients was a pivotal moment for the Millers' MSP.Renovating an old building presented unique challenges but allowed them to create a customized office space.Customer satisfaction and retention are prioritized over strict adherence to KPIs or billable hour targets.Rachel's accounting background plays a crucial role in the financial management of the business.Links from the show:Tennessee Man Attempts to Enroll at High School to Pursue Minor: https://tinyurl.com/3ytt3hfnNaked Florida Man Crashes into Jail: https://tinyurl.com/2jphsc5t === Connect with Uncle Marv🌐 Website: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/🎙 Host: Marvin Bee🛒 Uncle Marv’s Amazon Store (gear & tools I recommend): https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZ☕ Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcastIf you found value in this episode, share it with another MSP, IT provider, or tech entrepreneur. Your support helps keep practical, no-nonsense IT business conversations coming every week.
What this episode covers
Uncle Marv interviews Jason and Rachel Miller, owners of an MSP based in Tennessee. They discuss the challenges of running a successful MSP business, including dealing with vendor issues like the recent Autodesk updater problems. The Millers share insights into their journey, from starting as a residential IT service to transitioning into a full-fledged MSP. They highlight the pivotal moment when they decided to focus solely on business clients, shedding their residential customer base. The conversation also touches on the renovations of their new office building and the financial management strategies they employ.
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