This week, Uncle Marv flies solo and tackles two hot topics for IT professionals and managed service providers: the art of project billing and the often-unspoken rules of MSP vendor etiquette. He shares a real-life story about a recent office move, breaking down his approach to project billing and how he handles client confusion or pushback. Marv also opens up the floor to the community, encouraging listeners to participate in new surveys aimed at improving relationships between MSPs and vendors.The conversation shifts to vendor etiquette, where Marv highlights both the frustrations and positive experiences that come with vendor interactions—whether it’s misleading sales calls or respectful follow-ups. He stresses the importance of mutual respect and clear communication on both sides of the channel. As always, the episode wraps up with a wild Florida Man segment, this time featuring a parody music video that manages to be both hilarious and educational.Throughout the show, Marv keeps things candid, relatable, and interactive, inviting listeners to join the conversation, share their own stories, and help shape future episodes. Whether you’re a solo MSP or part of a larger team, there’s something here for everyone looking to improve their business and have a few laughs along the way.List of Companies, Products, and Books Mentioned (with URLs)MSP Etiquette Survey: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/p/msp-survey/Vendor Etiquette Survey: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/p/vendor-survey/QuickBooks (product): https://quickbooks.intuit.comNSITSP (National Society of IT Service Providers): https://www.nsitsp.orgASCII Edge: https://www.asciievents.comIT Nation: https://www.connectwise.com/theitnationFlorida Man “Moove Over”: https://tinyurl.com/3fk3m6d3=== SPONSORSPremier Partner, NetAlly: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/netally/Internet Provider, Rythmz: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/rythmzProduction Gear Partner, Liongard: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/liongardTravel Partner: Bvoip: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/bvoipTravel Partner: TruGrid: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/trugridDigital Partner, Designer Ready: http://itbusinesspodcast.com/designerready=== MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATEItem Title: Upbeat & Fun Sports Rock LogoItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-fun-sports-rock-logo-CSR3UETItem ID: CSR3UETAuthor Username: AlexanderRufireLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: IT Business PodcastLicense Date: January 1st, 2024Item License Code: 7X9F52DNML === Show InformationWebsite: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/Host: Marvin BeeUncle Marv’s Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZBecome a monthly supporter: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcast

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