Opportunities Ahead: How to Navigate 2026

Episode 556 of the SMB Community Podcast podcast, hosted by Dave Sobel, titled "Opportunities Ahead: How to Navigate 2026" was published on January 15, 2026 and runs 23 minutes.

January 15, 2026 ·23m · SMB Community Podcast

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Episode Description

Overview:

In this episode of the SMB Community Podcast, hosts James and Amy discuss the key challenges and opportunities MSPs (Managed Service Providers) will face in 2026. They emphasize the importance of AI integration, staff training, tool consolidation, and strategic partnerships. They also highlight the need for MSPs to focus on soft skills and personal customer interactions, as AI takes over more technical tasks. The episode concludes with positive news about U.S. productivity and an announcement about the acquisition of Small Biz Thoughts and IT Service Provider University by MSP Radio.

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