641: Pennywise and Pound Foolish: Lessons in IT Management
/In this episode of Command Control Power, Jerry discusses his recent experience in acquiring a rescue puppy and managing interactions between his pets. The hosts delve into challenges faced with client device management, particularly focusing on issues related to Apple's Jamf Pro and the importance of having full control over devices. They share various client anecdotes and mishaps, including managing clients' attempts to self-solve tech issues leading to greater problems. Additionally, the episode covers a significant mishap involving Jerry's mailing list being flooded with fake emails and subsequent data loss, emphasizing the necessity of backing up contact lists. The episode also teases upcoming content on using tools like Canva and GPT for marketing and drafting terms of service.
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:39 Puppy Adoption Story
01:55 Client Troubles with Jamf Pro
07:42 Client Self-Management Issues
12:55 Printer and Network Troubles
19:38 Personal Tech Mishaps
23:25 Data Recovery Challenges
26:50 Client Communication Challenges
27:37 The Importance of Data Backup
28:49 Newsletter Management and MailChimp Issues
36:05 Dealing with Spam and Contact List Problems
40:41 Lessons Learned and Future Plans
49:32 Exploring Marketing Tools and Strategies
54:25 Conclusion and Patreon Promotion
