Unlocking MSP Growth through Peer Groups: Scott Bernoudy of Open Approach
11/09/23 • 38 min
In this episode of the "Now That's It" podcast, host Chris Massey sits down with Scott Bernoudy, a seasoned IT professional, entrepreneur, and owner of Open Approach. Dive deep into Scott's unexpected entry into the world of IT, starting from his days at a bike shop to a dairy farm, to becoming the owner and CEO of a thriving MSP. Listen as Scott reflects on the challenges of his early business days, the importance of adaptability, and the transformative power of peer groups. From discussing the emotional toll of entrepreneurship to the passion that drives business growth, this episode offers a candid look into the highs and lows of a tech entrepreneur's journey. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an IT enthusiast, or someone looking for genuine business insights, this conversation with Scott Bernoudy is a must-listen!
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The 2025 All Partners Meeting is happening online, June 2 & 3. Hear directly from product leaders, explore the roadmap, and ask questions.
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Book a Call with Chris Massey now to learn what Business Transformation can do for you!
'Now that's it: Stories of MSP Success,' dives into the journeys of some of the trailblazers in our industry to find out how they used their passion for technology to help turn Managed Services into the thriving sector it is today.
Every episode is packed with the valuable insights, practical strategies, and inspiring anecdotes that lead our guests to the transformative moment when they knew..... Now, that's it.
This podcast provides educational information about issues that may be relevant to information technology service providers.
Nothing in the podcast should be construed as any recommendation or endorsement by N-able, or as legal or any other advice.
The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.
Views and opinions expressed by N-able employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of N-able or its officers and directors.
The podcast may also contain forward-looking statements regarding future product plans, functionality, or development efforts that should not be interpreted as a commitment from N-able related to any deliverables or timeframe.
All content is based on information available at the time of recording, and N-able has no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
In this episode of the "Now That's It" podcast, host Chris Massey sits down with Scott Bernoudy, a seasoned IT professional, entrepreneur, and owner of Open Approach. Dive deep into Scott's unexpected entry into the world of IT, starting from his days at a bike shop to a dairy farm, to becoming the owner and CEO of a thriving MSP. Listen as Scott reflects on the challenges of his early business days, the importance of adaptability, and the transformative power of peer groups. From discussing the emotional toll of entrepreneurship to the passion that drives business growth, this episode offers a candid look into the highs and lows of a tech entrepreneur's journey. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an IT enthusiast, or someone looking for genuine business insights, this conversation with Scott Bernoudy is a must-listen!
Join us for a front-row seat to see what’s next at N-able!
The 2025 All Partners Meeting is happening online, June 2 & 3. Hear directly from product leaders, explore the roadmap, and ask questions.
Let us help you unlock your business's full potential.
N-able Business Transformation is Expert led and Peer informed.These valuable executive programs are tailored to provide effective guidance and a faster path to a scalable and successful business.
Book a Call with Chris Massey now to learn what Business Transformation can do for you!
'Now that's it: Stories of MSP Success,' dives into the journeys of some of the trailblazers in our industry to find out how they used their passion for technology to help turn Managed Services into the thriving sector it is today.
Every episode is packed with the valuable insights, practical strategies, and inspiring anecdotes that lead our guests to the transformative moment when they knew..... Now, that's it.
This podcast provides educational information about issues that may be relevant to information technology service providers.
Nothing in the podcast should be construed as any recommendation or endorsement by N-able, or as legal or any other advice.
The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.
Views and opinions expressed by N-able employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of N-able or its officers and directors.
The podcast may also contain forward-looking statements regarding future product plans, functionality, or development efforts that should not be interpreted as a commitment from N-able related to any deliverables or timeframe.
All content is based on information available at the time of recording, and N-able has no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
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Book a Call with Chris Massey now to learn what Business Transformation can do for you!
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Every episode is packed with the valuable insights, practical strategies, and inspiring anecdotes that lead our guests to the transformative moment when they knew..... Now, that's it.
This podcast provides educational information about issues that may be relevant to information technology service providers.
Nothing in the podcast should be construed as any recommendation or endorsement by N-able, or as legal or any other advice.
The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.
Views and opinions expressed by N-able employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of N-able or its officers and directors.
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N-able Business Transformation is Expert led and Peer informed.These valuable executive programs are tailored to provide effective guidance and a faster path to a scalable and successful business.
Book a Call with Chris Massey now to learn what Business Transformation can do for you!
'Now that's it: Stories of MSP Success,' dives into the journeys of some of the trailblazers in our industry to find out how they used their passion for technology to help turn Managed Services into the thriving sector it is today.
Every episode is packed with the valuable insights, practical strategies, and inspiring anecdotes that lead our guests to the transformative moment when they knew..... Now, that's it.
This podcast provides educational information about issues that may be relevant to information technology service providers.
Nothing in the podcast should be construed as any recommendation or endorsement by N-able, or as legal or any other advice.
The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.
Views and opinions expressed by N-able employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of N-able or its officers and directors.
The podcast may also contain forward-looking statements regarding future product plans, functionality, or development efforts that should not be interpreted as a commitment from N-able related to any deliverables or timeframe.
All content is based on information available at the time of recording, and N-able has no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
Now That's IT: Stories of MSP Success - Unlocking MSP Growth through Peer Groups: Scott Bernoudy of Open Approach
Transcript
One , two , three .
Speaker 1To know that crushing feeling that you just screwed up and that a whole group of people are suffering as a result of it , and you may not even know your way out of it . And it's a horrible feeling . It's also , in my opinion , it's a rite of passage .
Speaker 2I'm Chris Masse
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