It’s the question I hear all the time: “How much should I charge for managed services?” The obvious answer (as my dad often tells me): As much as your customers are willing to pay. Still, that’s over simplifying matters. I realize MSPs use a range of metrics and formulas to set pricing. But perhaps it’s time to go back to basics.
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How to Set Managed Services Pricing
Posted January 21st, 2010 by Joe Panettieri
The Smartest Investment MSPs Can Make In 2009
Posted March 2nd, 2009 by Joe Panettieri
I admit it: I still read Money magazine and Smart Money because I like the basic investment advice they offer (or perhaps I enjoy reading about everyone’s shared pain). Even as the stock market continues to decline, I’m not ready to completely quit on Wall Street. Still, I’m starting to realize there’s a far smarter place for a small business owner like me to invest my money.
Five Ways to Kill A Great Marketing Plan
Posted December 22nd, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
As I look back on 2008, it’s clear to me that the biggest challenge facing managed service providers involves business rather than technology. When we host our MSPmentor Live: CEO Exchange Webcasts, marketing and sales questions often push aside technology questions.
Four Secrets to Starting A Successful Business, Part 4
Posted July 3rd, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
So, you want to launch a small business or reposition your company as a managed service provider (MSP). What steps can you take to maximize your chances for success? I’ve written a four-part blog to cover that very question. Here’s the fourth and final portion of this blog: Marketing and PR on the Web.
Four Secrets to Starting A Successful Business, Part 3
Posted July 2nd, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
So, you want to launch a small business or reposition your company as a managed service provider (MSP). What steps can you take to maximize your chances for success? I’ve written a four-part blog to cover that very question. Tune in each day this week for the next chapter. Here’s part 3: Cash flow.
Four Secrets to Starting A Successful Business, Part 2
Posted July 1st, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
So, you want to launch a small business or reposition your company as a managed service provider (MSP). What steps can you take to maximize your chances for success? I’ve written a four-part blog to cover that very question. Tune in each day this week for the next chapter. Here’s part 2: The two people you need to call before incorporating.
Four Secrets to Starting A Successful Business, Part 1
Posted June 30th, 2008 by Joe Panettieri
So, you want to launch a small business or reposition your company as a managed service provider (MSP). What steps can you take to maximize your chances for success? I’ve written a four-part blog to cover that very question. Tune in each day this week for the next chapter. Here’s part 1: Finding the right partner to co-launch your business.
MSPmentor Live: Podcast 004, Featuring Executive Coach Mitch York
Posted May 1st, 2008 by MSPMentor
Welcome to MSPmentor Live: Podcast edition.
- Episode #: 004 (May 1, 2008)
- Featured Guest: Executive Coach Mitch York, from “Executive-to-Entrepreneur Coaching” (www.e2ecoaching.com).
- Topics Covered: Do you have what it takes to launch your own business? What type of issues related to cash, family, and personal priorities should you consider? Executive Coach Mitch York provides some answers.
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