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  • Episode 325: Navigating Innovation, AI, and the Future of MIP

    Episode 325: Navigating Innovation, AI, and the Future of MIP
    2026/06/16
    Recorded live at the Pax8 Beyond 26 Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, these back-to-back conversations with Chris Marks, VP of Marketplace Innovation, and Chance Weaver, Global Vice President of AI Adoption, offer a powerful glimpse into the future of the IT channel and the evolution from Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to Managed Intelligence Providers (MIPs). Together, they share how Pax8 is helping partners navigate one of the most significant technology shifts in decades by combining innovation, community, education, and practical AI adoption strategies. While Chris focuses on the vision, leadership, and marketplace transformation required to unlock new opportunities, Chance provides a tactical roadmap for turning AI into measurable business outcomes and recurring revenue streams. Discover why AI is not simply another tool, but a catalyst for deeper client relationships and strategic business transformation. Key themes include the importance of moving beyond technology conversations to business outcome discussions, embedding AI into workflows rather than treating it as a standalone solution, leveraging community to accelerate learning, and embracing curiosity, adaptability, and servant leadership in times of rapid change. Chris highlights the tremendous opportunity for MSPs to become trusted business advisors, while Chance demonstrates how partners can start immediately by having AI conversations with clients, identifying business challenges, delivering quick wins, and building long-term value. Together, their insights reinforce a powerful message: the future belongs to technology leaders willing to innovate, educate, and guide their clients. Key Highlights: The evolution from MSP to MIP and why business advisory services are becoming a critical differentiator. AI creates new opportunities for growth, efficiency, and recurring revenue when tied to measurable outcomes. Community, collaboration, and continuous learning are essential for navigating technological disruption. Practical strategies for introducing AI to clients, addressing governance concerns, and demonstrating ROI. Leadership lessons centered on curiosity, empowerment, servant leadership, and enabling teams to innovate. How Pax8 is building the programs, tools, and ecosystem partners need to thrive in the AI-driven economy. Be sure to register for Beyond 27 in San Diego, California, and visit pax8.com to learn more about the marketplace.
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    50 分
  • Episode 324:Own the Success Journey (a Replay)

    Episode 324:Own the Success Journey (a Replay)
    2026/06/10

    In the spirit of recording content at Conferences, we want to replay a special episode with Ryan Walsh, Chief Strategy Officer, Pax8. Enjoy and be in the look out for exciting episodes from Beyond 26.

    Success doesn’t happen by accident—it’s a journey we must own, and that begins with the right mindset. Ryan Walsh, Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Pax8 discusses the power of strategic leadership, embracing innovation, and the importance of cultivating community within the channel. From his rock-climbing analogy of navigating challenges to his passion for helping MSPs grow through “guided growth” and “amplifying uniqueness,” Ryan underscores the need for focused vision and teamwork.

    Highlights also include:

    A glimpse into the Voyager Alliance partner program.

    The expanding influence of AI, agents, and a shift to managed intelligence partners (MIPs).

    To be competitive means owning a niche, staying connected, and thinking collaboratively.

    Family and basketball as foundational to his leadership philosophy.

    His leadership philosophy, rooted in enabling others and fostering shared success, offers valuable lessons for anyone seeking to lead with purpose in a rapidly changing tech landscape. Follow Ryan on LinkedIn and visit Pax8.com to stay informed about the marketplace.

    Timestamps:

    [08:21] Father modeled passion

    [18:03] Voyager Alliance Growth Tracks

    [18:57] Owning your niche

    [23:05] Power of Team

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    If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.

    Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.

    Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/

    Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/

    Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpoints

    Patreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup
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    33 分
  • Episode 323: Stress Less Into Success Part 2

    Episode 323: Stress Less Into Success Part 2
    2026/06/03
    In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Dat Tran from Dat Purpose LLC, we continue to break down The 5 Skills of Stress Resiliency and dive deeper into the connection between ambition, stress, presence, and resilience. In a world filled with constant notifications, distractions, and nonstop pressure, Dat challenges leaders to rethink what it truly means to be mentally strong. Rather than running from stress, resilient leaders intentionally create evidence that proves they can stay grounded, focused, and emotionally available when life demands the most from them. Highlights include: Why constant busyness trains the mind to avoid presence. Create evidence as, “Anyone can be present when life is good. The strongest stay present when life is uncomfortable.” The connection between ambition, burnout, and emotional capacity. How corporate ambition is outpacing employees’ ability to handle stress. Why resilience is becoming the defining advantage in leadership and performance. The importance of showing up fully for family, relationships, and teams. Sustainable success is no longer about who can work the longest or move the fastest—it is about who can remain present, emotionally regulated, and resilient under pressure. Resilience is no longer optional—it is the competitive advantage for modern leaders. As Dat powerfully states, “We’re now in the age of survival of the most resilient.” Visit datstresscoach.com/and sign up for his newsletter Timestamps for Part B: Soothe = Being Present 27:11 (or whatever it will be in part 2) Stress Management is a Myth 37:21 AI Impact on Stress 41:36
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    29 分
  • Episode 322: Stress Less Into Success Part 1

    Episode 322: Stress Less Into Success Part 1
    2026/05/27

    We often hear people say “step into success,” but what if the real key is learning how to “stress less into success”? We welcome back Dat Tran, stress resiliency coach and founder of Dat Purpose LLC, for a conversation centered on sustainable high performance and the neuroscience behind resilience. Dat challenges the traditional narrative around stress by reframing it as something we do not eliminate, but something we can train ourselves to navigate more effectively.

    Unmanaged stress imposes hidden costs on leadership, relationships, decision-making, and long-term performance. Dat also introduces his five resiliency skills: Stress Magic, Strengthening, Stretch, Soothe, and Release. Listen for practical insight into how resilient leaders train themselves to stay present under pressure, develop stronger self-awareness, and intentionally do hard things until those hard things become easier

    Highlights include: Why stress resiliency—not stress avoidance—is the future of sustainable leadership. Doubt is often the biggest stress trigger for high performers. Emotional brain vs. executive brain: how leaders can retrain their response to pressure Dat’s evidence-based approach to building resilience and The 5 Skills of Stress Resiliency. “Do hard things until hard things feel easy.” Why the strongest leaders remain present even when life gets difficult. Practical habits, recovery strategies, and mindset shifts for sustainable performance

    Visit datstresscoach.com/and sign up for his newsletter

    Timestamps Number 1 Stress Triggor 5:29 Emotional vs Executive 7:43 5 Skills 18:30

    Struggling with speaking anxiety? Want to captivate your audience, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals? Join identical twins Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown as they share leadership communication strategies, practical tips, and tools to help you own every stage, amplify your influence, and speak with confidence. Laugh, learn, and level up your professional voice—one episode at a time.

    Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/

    Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/

    Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpoints

    Patreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup

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    29 分
  • Episode 321: Stop Ghosting!

    Episode 321: Stop Ghosting!
    2026/05/20
    Join us as we tackle a growing communication problem in business and leadership culture: ghosting. Why do so many professionals avoid responding to emails, messages, networking opportunities, or requests for collaboration? The truth is, ghosting is often rooted in discomfort, people-pleasing, fear of disappointing others, or simply being overwhelmed. However, silence can slowly damage trust, relationships, and even your reputation within your industry. After all, nobody wants to become known as “that person” who never gets back to people. Stop avoiding difficult responses and instead embrace honest communication by learning to say: “No,” “Not now,” or “Let’s go!” Learn to protect your time, value your relationships, and leverage networking opportunities with intentionality and respect. Those requesting your time would often rather receive a rejection than be left in silence. Helpful takeaways include implementing the “24-hour rule” to acknowledge requests quickly, using AI tools to filter spam and prioritize high-value communication, and delegating where appropriate to maintain healthy boundaries. Mature leadership is not about saying yes to everything — it’s about communicating clearly, protecting your time wisely, and never leaving people hanging. Ask us now for a free demo of our AI simulation tool to support your L&D growth initiatives. Timestamps: Ghosting leads to Uncertainty 2:57 The Currency of Leadership 8:38 Rejection over Silence 13:03 Helpful Tips 14:08
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    24 分
  • Episode 320: Servant Leadership is “Serving Up.” (a Replay)

    Episode 320: Servant Leadership is “Serving Up.” (a Replay)
    2026/05/13

    Servant leadership is more than a philosophy—it is a competitive advantage in today’s marketplace. In an era where engagement, retention, and culture determine long-term success, leaders who prioritize service, empowerment, and intentional development consistently outperform those who rely solely on authority or position. Servant leadership shifts the focus from managing tasks to developing people—because sustainable performance is built on trust, influence, and growth.

    Founder of Whitestone Coaching & Consulting, Certified John Maxwell Coach and Christian Business Men's Connection (CBMC) Facilitator, Albert E. Whitestone III, unpacks why leadership is not about title, but influence.

    Highlights include: Defining and tracing the roots of servant leadership. Replace control with curiosity, and allow teams the freedom to fail. “People buy into the leader before they buy into the vision.” Daily habits shape long-term success.

    Connect with Albert at AlbertWhitestone.com and claim your free leadership resource at AlbertWhitestone.com/free-book.

    Timestamps: Allow Failure 12:24 Buy into the Leader 18:02 Begin Servant Leadership 25:08

    Struggling with speaking anxiety? Want to captivate your audience, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals? Join identical twins Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown as they share leadership communication strategies, practical tips, and tools to help you own every stage, amplify your influence, and speak with confidence. Laugh, learn, and level up your professional voice—one episode at a time.

    Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/

    Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/

    Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpoints

    Patreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup

    Want to be a Guest? forms.gle/pYBeNMJeXVE9RD9p9
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    41 分
  • Episode 319: Do the Right Thing (a Replay)

    Episode 319: Do the Right Thing (a Replay)
    2026/05/06

    'Doing the right thing' in business is crucial for long-term success, fostering trust with customers, employees, and strategic partners. Leading with this focus helps enhance brand reputation, increase profitability through efficiency, and build a healthy organizational culture, as ethical practices drive loyalty and better performance. What does doing the right thing actually look like in business? Chris Allen, VP of Sales at Augmentt, provides insight into his leadership and shares how his leadership mantra—“Do the right thing”—continues to shape his approach to building high-performing sales cultures rooted in hope, accountability, and authenticity.

    Highlights include: Augmentt’s platform and innovative approach to supporting their strategic partnerships. Intune Management, deeper AI integration through their new AI Policy Analyzer, and how partner feedback is actively shaping their 2026 roadmap. “Chaos tends to breed opportunities” and elevate leadership. Chris's core values are to be hopeful, be accountable and be real. How MSPs are leveraging Augmentt to increase MRR and enrich security offerings.

    Be sure to follow Chis on LinkedIn and visit augmentt.com/ to learn more about their Microsoft-centric SaaS Security Management platform.

    Timestamps:

    'Do the right thing' 10:35 Working with Augmentt 15:29 Strategic relationship with Microsoft 23:07 Quickfire questions 26:22

    If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.

    Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/ Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/ Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpoints Patreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup
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    38 分
  • Episode 318: Know and Communicate Your Value

    Episode 318: Know and Communicate Your Value
    2026/04/29

    From Howard University to leading multimillion-dollar engineering initiatives across the globe, this conversation with Raquan Hall, CEO and Principal Engineer of Hall Group Design Engineering (HGD), is a powerful full-circle moment rooted in purpose, perseverance, and precision.

    She has successfully carved her path in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry—managing over $3 billion in assets and delivering more than 200 capital improvement projects. Her journey is a masterclass in defying expectations, embracing continuous growth, and recognizing that when needs evolve, so do the rules. Raquan unpacks how global experience shaped her leadership lens and why communication—clear, intentional, and value-driven—has been one of the most critical differentiators in her success.

    Beyond the technical expertise, we also learn about the nuances of working alongside a spouse, and the discipline required to stay aligned both professionally and personally. Raquan emphasizes that success isn’t just about delivering results—it’s about how you communicate your value, position both yourself and your organization, and stay rooted in your strengths.

    Highlights:

    Why communication—not just competence—is a leadership advantage.

    “When there’s a need, the rules don’t matter”—adapting in evolving industries.

    Building HGD: lessons in entrepreneurship, positioning, and growth.

    Navigating business and marriage: respect, boundaries, and shared vision.

    Advice for aspiring leaders, "Everybody has their strengths. Focus on yours."

    Visit hgdengineering.com/ or contact Raquan and her team through email at info@hgdengineering.com

    Timestamps: A Drive for Continuous Growth 3:19 Rules and Needs 9:59 How You Communicate Matters 13:37 Dynamics of Spouse Business Partnership 17:00
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    38 分