In this episode of the NOM Studios podcast, Theo sits down with Dan Komis, founder of Tech Runner IT, to discuss his fascinating journey from aspiring musician to successful IT business owner.Dan shares how he transitioned from playing drums in hardcore bands to running a managed service provider business that serves as a full-service IT department for companies without in-house tech support. Learn when businesses should consider outsourcing their IT needs, the pros and cons of cloud versus on-premises servers, and the financial considerations that come with running a tech company.The conversation takes an interesting turn as Dan explains how martial arts training—specifically Muay Thai—has helped him develop the mental toughness and discipline needed for entrepreneurship. Both Dan and Theo discuss how physical challenges directly translate to business success and why "you can't care more than the client" is a mantra worth remembering.Connect with Dan:Website: https://techrunnerit.comLinkedIn: Dan KomisTimestamps:0:00 - Introduction1:25 - How Dan joined Notorious Innovation networking group4:45 - What Tech Runner IT does as a managed service provider7:20 - When businesses should consider outsourcing IT10:15 - Dan's journey from drummer to IT professional17:30 - Cloud vs. on-premises server considerations22:40 - Finding balance in business financials26:15 - Martial arts and business mindset connection32:05 - Fighting for Charity discussion38:15 - Where to find Dan online#BusinessGrowth #ITServices #ManagedServiceProvider #MartialArts #Entrepreneurship #TechRunnerIT #NOMStudios