Kendra Olney Lee

All posts by Kendra Olney Lee

Revenue Generator Kendra Lee is author of The Sales Magnet and founder of KLA Group, a sales consultancy and marketing agency that helps MSPs get seen, get heard, and get traction in their markets.

More revenue, less waste: Five lessons for MSP growth

More revenue, less waste: Five lessons for MSP growth

The core of effective marketing isn’t complex: Focus on a few activities that support visibility, credibility, and business development. Don’t believe me? Consider one of the IT services companies we work with. They followed the simple approach outlined below and...

/ June 24, 2026
MRR growth, done right: What MSPs can learn

MRR growth, done right: What MSPs can learn

The core of effective marketing isn’t complex: Focus on a few activities that support visibility, credibility, and business development. Don’t believe me? Consider one of the IT services companies we work with. They followed the simple approach outlined below and...

/ June 18, 2026
Stop pitching services: How to solve problems, build relationships, and win clients

Stop pitching services: How to solve problems, build relationships, and win clients

You don’t want a sales rep for your MSP who is laser focused on finding someone who is ready to buy today. No, you want someone who takes a different approach. A rep who guides conversations, uncovers real challenges, and...

/ May 6, 2026
How sales assessments help MSPs avoid costly hiring mistakes

How sales assessments help MSPs avoid costly hiring mistakes

Resumes and interviews rarely tell the full story. Candidates can present themselves well, but that does not mean they can prospect, reach decision-makers, or sell value. Too often that gap shows up in MSP environments after you’ve gone through the...

/ April 29, 2026
How MSPs can use marketing automation to achieve sales goals faster

How MSPs can use marketing automation to achieve sales goals faster

Key Takeaways Marketing automation eliminates inconsistent follow-up that slows revenue. CRMs, like HubSpot, tie marketing engagement directly to sales execution. Lead scoring helps sales teams focus on real buying signals. Workflow triggers prevent pipeline gaps before they impact results. AI...

/ April 15, 2026
How MSPs grow email lists using LinkedIn

How MSPs grow email lists using LinkedIn

Key Takeaways Treat LinkedIn as the top of a list-building strategy, not the destination. Offer practical resources MSP buyers care about to earn email opt-ins. Use a Pillar–Cluster–Dot–FAQ framework to turn one topic into ongoing LinkedIn engagement. Most IT providers...

/ March 25, 2026
What is AI search and why should MSPs care?

What is AI search and why should MSPs care?

Key takeaways AI search generates direct answers instead of listing links. MSP visibility now depends on being summarized and cited, not just ranked. AI search builds on SEO but prioritizes clarity, structure, and consistency. MSP leaders who refine positioning and...

/ March 11, 2026
How MSPs build digital credibility and get found in AI search: 7 strategies

How MSPs build digital credibility and get found in AI search: 7 strategies

Key takeaways Your prospects use AI to research and vet IT providers Highlight certifications and partnerships Keep messaging consistent across every channel Do buyers know you exist? AI search is delivering the rep-free experience 75 percent of buyers told Gartner...

/ February 18, 2026
The critical 15 sales metrics MSPs need to monitor

The critical 15 sales metrics MSPs need to monitor

Key Takeaways: These 15 metrics give MSP leaders visibility into: Lead flow Pipeline health Sales velocity Recurring revenue growth Client retention When you track them consistently, you stop guessing and start managing performance with clarity. Why should MSPs track sales...

/ January 28, 2026
Why selling managed services feels harder right now (and what to do about it)

Why selling managed services feels harder right now (and what to do about it)

Selling IT managed services feels harder today not because demand has disappeared, but because how buyers make decisions has fundamentally changed. MSPs that understand this shift can shorten stalled sales cycles, improve forecast accuracy, and regain momentum without pushing harder....

/ December 31, 2025