5 REASONS WHY 92% OF MSPS NEVER BREAK THE MILLION DOLLAR MARK

Join us for this episode of MSP To The Future where your hosts, Jeanne DeWitt and David Hood, answer these questions and more about these cloud options!

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If you haven’t broken the million dollar mark, you are not alone. Less than 8% of small businesses and I’m that’s all business. Small businesses, not just MSPs.  

Even more surprising is that 51% of small businesses never even get to the half a million mark. If you’re in any one of those, if you’re just under a million, or if you’re trying to even break a half a million, you’re not alone. 

 

Common Barriers to Growth 

 

  1. Technician vs. Entrepreneur Mindset

One of the primary barriers that prevent MSPs from breaking the million-dollar revenue mark is thinking like a technician rather than an entrepreneur. Technicians excel at solving problems and may assume these skills translate directly into running a business, which often isn’t the case. The focus tends to be on immediate tasks rather than on strategic, long-term growth. 

 

  1. Lack of Scalable Processes

As your MSP grows, the processes that worked for a few clients become insufficient. Without scalable standard operating procedures (SOPs), service quality can drop as you add more clients, leading to dissatisfied customers and strained resources. 

 

  1. Underestimating the Importance of Recurring Revenue

Many MSPs stick to a break-fix model, which inhibits predictable and sustainable growth. Transitioning to a model that emphasizes recurring revenue can stabilize your cash flow and allow for more strategic business planning. 

 

  1. Ineffective Sales and Marketing Strategies

Relying solely on word-of-mouth or passive marketing limits growth potential. Proactive and strategic marketing and sales efforts are crucial for building a robust client pipeline and driving consistent growth. 

 

  1. Neglecting Strategic Partnerships

Some MSPs try to handle everything in-house, which can restrict growth. Forming strategic partnerships allows you to leverage external expertise and expand your service offerings more efficiently. 

 

 

Conclusion 

Breaking the million-dollar mark is challenging but achievable with the right mindset and strategies. It requires thinking like a business owner, implementing scalable processes, prioritizing recurring revenue, actively marketing your services, and forming strategic partnerships. 

Remember, transforming your MSP’s growth trajectory is a marathon, not a sprint. It takes consistent effort and strategic planning. If you find these insights helpful, subscribe to our podcast, share it with your peers, and don’t hesitate to reach out for more personalized advice. 

To all the MSPs striving for that million-dollar mark, remember Thomas Edison’s words: “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” Keep pushing forward, and you’ll find your path to success. 

Have a great week! 

 

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