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Why Your Cloud Strategy Fails – What Chick-fil-A Did Differently with John Spivey & Dave Nowicki

Why Your Cloud Strategy Fails – What Chick-fil-A Did Differently with John Spivey & Dave Nowicki

Think the cloud guarantees success? Most businesses get it wrong—and pay for it. Chick-fil-A took a smarter path and won. What did they do differently?

EP 84September 18, 2023•1 hr 9 min
The Hidden Struggles of SMS Campaigns: What They Don’t Tell You

The Hidden Struggles of SMS Campaigns: What They Don’t Tell You

Ever tried sending a simple text to your customers, only to find out it’s nearly impossible? While legitimate businesses struggle to register SMS campaigns, spammers continue flooding inboxes with junk messages. Why is the system broken, and what can you do about it?

EP 83September 11, 2023•5 min
Building a Data Center? You’re About to Make a Huge Mistake

Building a Data Center? You’re About to Make a Huge Mistake

Are you about to sink millions into building your own data center? Stop right there. Owning sounds like control—but it’s actually a financial and operational nightmare. Massive upfront costs, endless maintenance, lost flexibility—it’s a budget-draining trap that can derail your entire IT strategy.

EP 82September 7, 2023•14 min
What Cisco & Palo Alto Don’t Want You to Know – Roman Jeitziner on the Future of SASE & SD-WAN

What Cisco & Palo Alto Don’t Want You to Know – Roman Jeitziner on the Future of SASE & SD-WAN

Cisco and Palo Alto won’t say it, but IT leaders are shifting. Stacked firewalls, VPNs, and SD-WAN create complexity and security gaps. What if one solution could fix it all?

EP 81September 4, 2023•57 min
Most Companies Get This Wrong: How to Pick the Right Data Center

Most Companies Get This Wrong: How to Pick the Right Data Center

Ever wonder why some companies run cost-efficient, high-performance data centers while others bleed cash on the wrong setup? Most companies make critical mistakes when choosing a data center - errors that cost them millions. The problem? They focus on the wrong factors, fall for industry myths, and overlook the real deal-breakers.

EP 80August 31, 2023•19 min
If Everything’s a Priority, Your Framework’s Already Failing

If Everything’s a Priority, Your Framework’s Already Failing

If everything is a priority, nothing is. Why EOS, OKRs, and V2MOM stall in execution, and what actually keeps a fast-growing team aligned week to week.

EP 79August 28, 2023•42 min
The Two Biggest Red Flags in Vendors That Cost You Time and Money

The Two Biggest Red Flags in Vendors That Cost You Time and Money

You just found a vendor who promises everything you need. But something feels… off. You ask for pricing, and they hesitate. They promise to “put their A-team on your project.” Should you be worried? Absolutely.

EP 78August 24, 2023•7 min
MSP Truths Revealed by Eric Hasenstab: Are You Paying for IT That Doesn’t Work?

MSP Truths Revealed by Eric Hasenstab: Are You Paying for IT That Doesn’t Work?

Paying for IT that’s failing you? Many MSPs fall short, leaving hidden inefficiencies, security gaps, and wasted costs in your tech stack. Are you getting real value?

EP 77August 21, 2023•1 hr 20 min
5 Critical Internet Decisions That Can Make or Break Your Business

5 Critical Internet Decisions That Can Make or Break Your Business

Imagine this: Your business grinds to a halt. No internet. No cloud access. No communication. Now, picture yourself scrambling to get things back online—only to find out you signed the wrong contract, picked the wrong provider, or didn’t have real redundancy in place. Sound like a nightmare? It happens more often than you think.

EP 76August 17, 2023•16 min
SASE Unveiled: The Cybersecurity Hack You Need to Know

SASE Unveiled: The Cybersecurity Hack You Need to Know

Struggling to keep up with today’s evolving cybersecurity threats? The traditional ways of securing your network no longer cut it, especially with more businesses shifting to the cloud and managing remote workforces. That’s where SASE comes in.

EP 75August 10, 2023•15 min
Adam Settle Exposes the CX Mistakes Costing You Customers & Millions in Revenue

Adam Settle Exposes the CX Mistakes Costing You Customers & Millions in Revenue

Lost customers mean lost revenue. Slow responses and poor customer experience cost more than you think. The best companies don’t just keep customers - they create lifelong advocates.

EP 74August 7, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Unlock the Power of SD-WAN: Why It’s the Ultimate Solution You’re Missing

Unlock the Power of SD-WAN: Why It’s the Ultimate Solution You’re Missing

Are your network challenges slowing down your business? What if there’s a solution that could streamline connectivity, optimize performance, and make your IT infrastructure more efficient without the headache? The answer might be SD-WAN, but is your organization leveraging its full potential?

EP 73August 5, 2023•15 min
The Secret MSP Strategy Top IT Teams Don’t Want You to Know

The Secret MSP Strategy Top IT Teams Don’t Want You to Know

Are you stuck in the day-to-day grind of managing IT resources?You’re not alone. Many IT teams find themselves overwhelmed, caught in the cycle of staffing, equipment, and managing complex systems. But what if there was a smarter way to get more done, free up your time, and drive real value for the business?

EP 72July 27, 2023•15 min
Hackers Don’t Take Holidays: Xcitium’s Response to a Christmas Day Cyberattack

Hackers Don’t Take Holidays: Xcitium’s Response to a Christmas Day Cyberattack

Christmas morning—gifts for most, chaos for one company hit by ransomware. Hackers don’t take holidays, and when your team is offline, you’re most vulnerable. How do you stay protected?

EP 71July 24, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Your Business Values Are Useless If They Don't Pass This Test

Your Business Values Are Useless If They Don't Pass This Test

Are your company values real guiding principles or just words on a wall? Most businesses claim to have core values, but do they actually shape decisions, hiring, and company culture? If you stripped away the corporate fluff, would your values still hold weight or would they crumble under scrutiny?

EP 70July 20, 2023•8 min
Why You’re Hiring Wrong: How to Spot the Difference Between a Rockstar and a Liability

Why You’re Hiring Wrong: How to Spot the Difference Between a Rockstar and a Liability

Are you hiring the wrong people without even realizing it? You may think you’re bringing in top talent, but if you're prioritizing speed and urgency over attention to detail, you could be setting your team up for failure. The difference between a rockstar employee and a liability isn’t just skill - it’s mindset and execution.

EP 69July 13, 2023•7 min
87% Cheaper Than AWS? This Move Is Changing the Game

87% Cheaper Than AWS? This Move Is Changing the Game

Some companies are bleeding money in AWS without knowing it. Others are walking away and cutting costs by 87%. What cloud repatriation and hybrid infrastructure really look like.

EP 68July 11, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Hackers Strike in Seconds - Scott Bennett on How Darktrace’s AI Stops CEO Scams & Airport Breaches

Hackers Strike in Seconds - Scott Bennett on How Darktrace’s AI Stops CEO Scams & Airport Breaches

Your systems are secure. Your team is ready. Yet, right now, AI-powered hackers are about to find the gap you missed. What happens next? Seconds decide.

EP 67July 10, 2023•1 hr
Stop! Don’t Buy That Firewall Until You Watch This

Stop! Don’t Buy That Firewall Until You Watch This

Are you about to drop serious cash on a new firewall? Hold up. Before you commit to that expensive hardware, you need to know why most firewalls are completely useless in modern IT environments. If your firewall strategy hasn’t evolved, you’re probably wasting money on outdated technology that won’t actually protect your business.

EP 66July 6, 2023•16 min
The HubSpot Hack: Automate Your Follow-Ups & Never Miss a Lead Again!

The HubSpot Hack: Automate Your Follow-Ups & Never Miss a Lead Again!

How many deals slipped away because someone forgot to follow up? Most companies don't struggle to sell—they struggle to stay in touch. But what if you could automate your outreach and guarantee no lead ever falls through the cracks again?

EP 65June 29, 2023•18 min
The Hidden Cost of Cloud: What Your Provider Won’t Tell You – Brian Knudtson Tells All

The Hidden Cost of Cloud: What Your Provider Won’t Tell You – Brian Knudtson Tells All

Think your cloud deal is fair? Hidden fees and soaring costs say otherwise. If you’re paying more but getting less, it’s time to rethink your cloud strategy.

EP 64June 26, 2023•1 hr 26 min
The Single Vendor Myth: Why ‘One Platform’ Might Be a Lie

The Single Vendor Myth: Why ‘One Platform’ Might Be a Lie

Is your "all-in-one" platform truly integrated—or just a bundle of products under the same logo? Vendors love selling the vision of unified tech, but too often you're stuck juggling multiple interfaces, clunky dashboards, and costly inefficiencies disguised as simplicity.

EP 63June 22, 2023•5 min
SIP Trunking Exposed: How to Spot Hidden Costs & Get the Best Deal

SIP Trunking Exposed: How to Spot Hidden Costs & Get the Best Deal

Overpaying for SIP trunking without realizing it? Many businesses think they’re getting a great deal—until hidden costs pile up. From misleading rates to unnecessary bundles, vendors have plenty of ways to squeeze more from your contract.

EP 62June 15, 2023•13 min
What Global Enterprises Know About Backup Networks That You Don’t - Inside Sierra Wireless MNS

What Global Enterprises Know About Backup Networks That You Don’t - Inside Sierra Wireless MNS

Your internet just went down. Panic or business as usual? The right backup is the difference between survival and disaster.

EP 61June 12, 2023•1 hr 9 min

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