Computer Handyman
Ok….I think I’m going to start offering my services as a “computer handyman” of sorts. I don’t really want to be tied down to a job with a specific office or company, (or maybe I would?). I’d rather work on the occasional problem that creeps up on your computer. I’m not real interested in working on emergencies either. I don’t want someone calling me and expecting me to show up in the next 15 minutes. I do work full time elsewhere, so I would have to schedule accordingly.
I’m not “Microsoft Certified” in anything. I don’t have certificates hanging all over my wall to prove my accomplishments. So why would you call me for help? I’ve been tapping away on a computer keyboard since 1984. I’ve spent the last 18 years working for a local technology company where my world revolves around a PC and the internet. I’ve spent the last year learning a little about creating websites and blogs and everything that goes along with it. I’ve also learned a bit about “search engine optimization”, (SEO). If you’ve never heard of the term and you have a website for your business, then you might want to check into it. I don’t claim to be an SEO guru, but again…I could probably offer some advice. Need help with Google Adwords campaigns? I’ve been there too. I’m kind-of a “jack of all trades” I guess you could say. Learned most of what I know by digging in and doing it.
I’m familiar with Microsoft Word & Excel as well as a few other MS products, (Outlook of course). Not interested in long term commitments. More interested in helping out and making a little side money. Rates would be fair and work would be done at your house/place of business. No need to drag your computer to a shop for help with something.
Some examples of things that I could possibly help with:
- “I’ve got these crazy messages that keep popping up on my screen about some error? How do I get rid of these?”
- “I’d like to learn how to use this new software I bought but I don’t know who can help?”
- “I want to have my own blog but don’t know where to start?”
- “I put some pictures on my computer and now I can’t find them?”
I don’t know that I want to get into the world of actual computer repair, replacing hardware and performing upgrades. I might do some of that on a “case by case” basis, but it’s not really my area of expertise.
If interested, you can always fill out my contact form and let me know what you’re needing help with. I’d be glad to discuss.
