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SMB Nation is a publishing and events organization focused on the Microsoft SBS community. It aims to share insights about SMB technology trends through various channels, including books, magazines, online resources, conferences, and global seminars and workshops.

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Even MSPs Get The Blues!

Feb 27, 2025 | smbnation.com | Harry Brelsford

A concerning drop in channel partner sentiment over the past few months. We were tracking a surge in partner optimism in 2024, with 64% in growth mode starting the year to 72% by the end of the year. Over 37% of the channel was growing by double-digits. Fast forward to 2025, and partners in growth mode has shrunk to 49%.
Book Review: Buy Back Your Time (Dan Martell)

Feb 6, 2025 | smbnation.com | Harry Brelsford

The core messages that I took away that I want to highlight are: Why are you doing things that don’t make money? The Replacement Ladder. Part of the self-reflection was a look in the mirror (another audience gift was a folding mirror from The 20 group based in Dallas for doing exactly that.} So time to shift gears and please listen to the podcast about this book I recently recorded with Chris Wiser HERE. Here are more dets.
Gifts Differing: Typing v Writing

Jan 31, 2025 | smbnation.com | Harry Brelsford

AuthorCollaborator. Many readers think of me as a writer in the tech sector with my claim to fame being the Windows Small Business Server era. That isn’t untrue for your double entendre of the day lol. But while Wohlforth is more thoughtful in his efforts, my gift was the need for speed. I liken my “typing” to that of a West Wing staffer in the White House with rapid written responses to world events where the content needs to get out here and now.
Expert PAnel: 2025 Forecast with DMARC, MAPs, AI and More!

Jan 19, 2025 | smbnation.com | Jenny Hallmark

Details Business Speak The expert panel discussed the 2025 forecast, focusing on key topics including DMARC, Microsoft Action Pack deadlines, and sustainable technology. Andre Leroux emphasized the importance of DMARC for email deliverability, highlighting the need for SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records. Alex Fields and Nakia Carter explained the transition from Microsoft Action Pack to new partner benefits, including cloud and on-prem software licenses, CRM, and marketing tools. They also...
Maker Movement 2.0: Ready for a Mind Blender and a Brain Twister?

Jan 12, 2025 | smbnation.com | Jenny Hallmark

Some historical context will set the table for this arts and crafts phenomenon. You can use those shipping boxes to create stuff. Creativity is a core pillar of the maker movement and I learned this when I partnered with well-respected SF Bay Area journalist Patrick Houston in a side-hustle startup called BizTech Experts while his day job was at Maker Media as an editorial guy after doing with Silicon Valley shuffle with tech industry stalwarts including Yahoo and CNET.
THREAD at IT Nation 2014

Dec 6, 2024 | smbnation.com | Jenny Hallmark

Action Items [ ] Check in on Paralee's company next year. Connect 2024 Kickoff and Introduction Harry Brelsford introduces the third day of Connect 2024 at the Rose Bowl, describing it as a must-attend event. Harry greets a fellow skier from Steamboat Springs, Colorado, who won the startup pitch competition last year. Harry recalls the startup competition held at the event, highlighting the three finalists and the early morning event.
The Reason for the Geek Holiday Season - GATHERINGS

Dec 5, 2024 | smbnation.com | Jenny Hallmark

1. In-person network gatherings are how I build this (my SMB Nation community) 2. You can do this with your clients - just a couple hours perhaps after work like we did. 3. Hook-up with a stranger ;) That is - use the oldest trick in our space. Invite your local LinkedIn connections...it works. 4. If ya' wanna go big time, create a meetup group at Meetup.com as you'll have the benefit of attracting strangers. 5. Costs?
Evolution - All Together Now! (Part 1 of a Series)

Dec 3, 2024 | smbnation.com | Jenny Hallmark

in San Antonio TX hosted by MSP community leader and influencer Chris Wiser who had an acclaimed keynote speaker author Dan Martell who’s book “Buy Back Your Time” had two core messages: (1) scale and (2) stop doing shit that’s not working. It impacted me and created an opportunity to engage in something of a personal and professional portfolio review as we turn the mid-decade corner into 2025. What emerged from the look in the mirror is “what’s next?”). What’s Next?
2025 Marching Orders for MSPs, Geeks and Nerds in Tech

Dec 2, 2024 | smbnation.com | Jenny Hallmark

Action Items [ ] Publish the link to Howard Cohen's "Marching Orders" article. [ ] Finish reading the chapter on "soft costs" in Dan Martell's book "Buy Back Your Time". [ ] Consider running a "Trusted Business Advisor" (TBA) program to position MSPs as strategic advisors. [ ] Evaluate the recent changes in the PSA/RMM platform market, such as Connectwise's drop in market share.
Talkin to Canadians: Auvik at IT Nation Connection 2024

Dec 1, 2024 | smbnation.com | Harry Brelsford

At IT Connect 2024 in Orlando, AUVIK, a network and SaaS management company founded in 2011, discussed their focus on "frictionless IT." AUVIK's president oversees customer acquisition, onboarding, and success, while Joe Barnes, based in Scottsdale, focuses on growing indirect partnerships and expanding resale business. AUVIK plans to launch endpoint network monitoring and enhance SaaS management automation in 2025.