Smb Community Podcast By Karl W. Palachuk

Overview: In this episode of the SMB Community Podcast, hosts Amy and James discuss how to retain key employees during company acquisitions, sharing real-life experiences and effective strategies such as retention bonuses and clear role definitions. They also delve into the benefits of a four-day workweek, the importance of NFR programs for software vendors, and advancements in AI for ad generation and management. Additional topics include the emotional impact on employees during an acquisition and recent tech industry news, including AI adoption and its governance challenges.  --- Chapter Markers: 00:00 Introduction and Host Greetings 00:35 Weekend Recap 02:04 MSP Question of the Week: Key Employee Retention During Acquisitions  08:53 Listener Questions and Contact Information 09:34 News Highlights: AI and IT Industry Updates 17:08 Discussion on Four-Day Work Week 26:21 Upcoming Event: Ask Anything on Mergers and Acquisitions 27:35 Closing Remarks  --- New Book Release: I'm proud to announce the release of