Computer Consultant Knowledge: Do You Have to Know Everything? by Joshua Feinberg
Will you be expected to know anything and everything about anything that could ever go wrong with small-business IT? No. Do You Need to Be Better at Technical or People Skills? To be a great computer consultant, you just need to be really well organized and be a friendly person that enjoys... Small Business Owners Want the Whole Package The typical small business owner or manager is not shopping for credentials. ... It’s just not that important to the typical non-technical small business owner or non-technical small business manager.

Windows Vista For Small Businesses by George Christodoulou
Microsoft’s Windows Vista is the latest operating system in over five years after Windows XP. And according to some experts this new OS is not really worth making a hue and cry about. No, there is nothing wrong with Vista, nor is there any single compelling feature that can force you to change... Therefore, if you are a small business owner, then Windows Vista for Small Businesses is worth switching over to from your existing operating system. ... Your business data is safe and secure on your Windows Vista for Small Business PC.

Why Businesses Need to Start Archiving Email Now! by Stuart Crawford
Electronic communications is the standard for many business transactions in today’s small business organization; however, many small businesses still do not have adequate mechanisms for archiving correspondence with vendors, team members and customers. ... The question you need to ask as a business owner is this: how much would one lost deal or one lost purchase order cost my business? ... As a business owner, you should keep your finger on the pulse of every bit of information circulating around your business.

IT Network: Faxing Capabilities by Joshua Feinberg
If you sense resistance during the IT network sales cycle, listen very carefully to the prospect's objections. Many times, they like what they hear, but small business owners need to hear three or four different opinions in order to bolster their confidence. ... Ask Questions about IT Network Needs To understand the cost of not addressing the single Internet access account or fax machine dilemma, talk with the small business owner. ... Because it's very hard for any rational small business owner or manager to refute your Copyright MMI-MMVI, Computer Consultants Secrets.

IT Certifications: Do Your Clients Even Understand Them? by Joshua Feinberg
When targeting small businesses that are in the sweet spot size, what IT certifications do you typically need? One thing to keep in mind is that you are not selling to a real IT manager in most cases. Remember Who You Are Selling Your Services To Of course, there are exceptions to the rule in... Generally you’re selling to a non-technical, small business owner. ... If you get too caught up in needing various IT certifications to market your business, you may end up losing out on possible business.

Computer Consulting and Virtual IT by Joshua Feinberg
Do you own or manage a computer consulting company? Would you like to achieve greater small business success? If so, then get ready to learn why most computer consulting companies get IT (Information Technology) wrong and what you can do about IT. The Problem: Why Most Computer Consulting... The Bottom Line Most computer consulting companies are making a huge mistake when it comes to their small business engagements… because these computer consulting business owners fall-in-love with the technology, at the expense of the business opportunities.

Why You Should Outsource Your Work? by Agile Infoways
As our business grows, we may face times when we just cannot do it all and if we try, we will end up in the hospital with a nervous breakdown. Although most small home business owners can’t afford to hire their own employees, today there are wonderful possibilities of outsourcing some of our work. ... This means that the normal small business owner is too busy running the business to actually run the business. ... For a small business owner, this is even more relevant and usually has to take on the task of CEO, accountant, personal assistant and chief marketing officer.

Climb to the Vista. Is Windows Vista for You? by Stuart Crawford
Is Windows Vista for your company? Many small businesses will be asking their IT people this question over the next few days, weeks, and months to find out if Vista is the best fit for their business. Most IT consultants will be advising their client base to wait for Service Pack 1 which seems... Windows Vista Business Edition is geared toward the small business and is the first version of Windows ever designed with the needs of small business in mind. ... There are really three versions that best serve a small business owner.

IT Consulting: Ensuring You Get Paid by Joshua Feinberg
You want to ensure you always get a deposit check on any major IT consulting project. Don’t start a 40, 60 or 80 hour project on a handshake. This isn’t "Leave it to Beaver," IT consulting here. Don’t Get Taken Advantage Of There are a lot of ruthless small business owners out there who will... It’s one of the most devastating things you can put yourself through as a new small IT consulting business owner. ... You don’t want to subject your IT consulting business to this. ... Set-up Payment Schedules In order to protect your IT consulting business, set up payment schedules that make sense.

How to Choose the Right Accounting Software for Your Business by Brandon Hall
With any good luck and a good amount of hard work, you're having the same problem many business owners today are facing. Your business is growing rapidly and you're having problems controlling your finances. Time and time again, that Microsoft Excel spreadsheet you've been using just isn't... This software is perfect for the small business owner who receives income from investments, real estate, and/or internet marketing. ... For more typical brick-and-mortar business owners, you will usually need a more robust solution like QuickBooks Pro or Peachtree Accounting for functions like payroll...