http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog Get the Computer Consultants Secrets You Need to Take Your Computer Consultant Business to the Next Level Sat, 31 Jan 2009 13:41:17 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en If you are in the IT business, you are at least partially in the computer training business.  You are training your small business clients to use their IT assets.  And you are probably dealing with a lot of small business owners that don’t know the first thing about technology, so ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/461/computer-training-business-tips-for-adding-consulting-revenue/ If you’re just getting started with your IT services contract program, you may wonder, “How can I live up to the promises I’m offering long-term clients?”Many IT consultants feel overwhelmed in the beginning and wonder how they can keep relationships strong, and really deliver on the benefits that come along ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/460/it-services-contract-secrets-for-managing-client-expectations/  Are you starting a computer-related business and you’re not sure how to build a solid computer marketing plan? When you first start out marketing your business, you need to make sure you know exactly which type of small business owners you are trying to reach and come up with a targeted ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/459/computer-marketing-secrets-that-attract-great-clients/ IT consultants that own or manage their own consulting companies often face challenges when growing their profits and client base. If you are like many IT consultants, you may have trouble with the key ingredient of successful consulting firms -- being able to focus on your company’s profit and bottom line. ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/458/it-consultants-7-business-building-secrets-for-2009-and-beyond/ Many technology consultants decide to add being a computer reseller to their list of client solutions. This can help give consultants control over the total solution and solve very complex business problems. But if you want to be a computer reseller who is profitable and successful at catering to the needs ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/457/computer-reseller-tips-for-selling-high-margin-services/ If you want to really make a decent living as a network consultant, you need to narrow down your marketing focus and develop very keen business development intuition. In order to build a successful and viable network consultant business you also have to get really good at spotting the best ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/456/network-consultant-career-building-tips/ Want to learn how to start a computer business?  If you are like many others trying to get into computer consulting, you might be wondering, “Can I cut it?”The truth is, if you have a basic understanding of computers, great problem-solving skills and a true desire to help others, you ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/455/how-to-start-a-computer-business/ Would you like to close more IT sales? One of the best ways for selling IT is to differentiate yourself from others in your local marketplace. An important method for closing more IT sales is to focus on your unique expertise and communicate it with your marketing materials. Because your clients ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/454/it-sales-secrets-to-set-yourself-apart-from-the-competition/ While the most profitable way to be a small business IT professional does not typically happen when you want to become a laptop reseller, there are ways you can add reselling to your business.  However, the most successful IT professionals working with small businesses find that the money is in ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/451/what-does-it-mean-to-become-a-laptop-reseller/ IT management involves a lot of responsibilities.  Which should you make part of your comprehensive services?1.    Coordinating Telecommunications Solutions.  When you’re dealing with small business clients and providing a comprehensive IT management plan, you will probably have to coordinate your own services with local telephone companies, ISPs and other providers.  ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/450/it-management-what-are-your-responsibilities/ There are many different types of computer consultants that perform a variety of functions for small businesses, and some of them are systems integrators.  If you are just starting out in the IT consulting world, you might be wondering which area of computer consulting is right for you and which ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/449/systems-integrators-3-things-you-should-know/ If you want to provide the best computer small business consulting services possible for your clients, there are three key questions you can ask that will help you grow your business and keep those steady, high-paying clients.  These questions are best asked as part of regular surveys (sent with invoices, ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/448/improve-your-computer-consulting-services-with-3-key-questions/ When you are deciding how to set up your IT consulting business, one of your options is to build an IT franchise.  Many consultants wonder, “Is an IT franchise a good idea?”The Benefits of an IT Franchise1.    You get the perks of being part of a larger company;2.    You get ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/447/is-an-it-franchise-a-good-idea/ While the sweet spot of computer consulting is best for most that want to run a profitable small business IT business, many consultants have to start small and build.  Micro small businesses can often be a jumping off point for those with an IT business.Tip 1:  Know What "Micro Small ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/446/tips-to-help-you-build-your-it-business-with-micro-small-clients/ When you’re thinking about becoming an IT consultant, remember – it really doesn’t matter if you lack advanced technical computer skills.  This can be remedied through self study … and many business and social skills are going to be a lot more important to building the relationships you need to ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/445/becoming-an-it-consultant-skills-you-need/ If you own your own computer repair business, you know that your time is money, and a lot of your time can be spent on unbillable hours filling out computer repair forms, networking to drum up new business and countless other administrative activities that suck up time you could be ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/444/computer-repair-forms-three-steps-to-using-templates-can-save-your-business-time-and-money/ There are varying opinions about whether small business computer consultants should become computer resellers.  Here are some definitions to help you weigh your options.Pure Computer Consulting FirmsThose that want to completely stay away from being computer resellers choose to be pure computer consulting firms.  They believe they will never make ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/443/computer-resellers-what-are-your-options/ If you want to have a profitable computer consulting business that lasts for many years, you need to start thinking about getting every client on a computer maintenance agreement.  But first you have to make absolutely sure that each client is a good fit for a long-term relationship.Proving ground projects ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/442/move-towards-your-computer-maintenance-agreement-your-proving-ground-project/ You need to think carefully about the pros and cons of IT franchise ownership before you decide to buy one.  The Pros of an IT Franchise1.    You get the benefit of being part of a larger company;2.    You get a strong peer support network as part of the organization;3.    You ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/441/why-can-an-it-franchise-be-good-for-you/ When you are starting your IT company, you have to prepare to put in a lot of time and effort.  You’re going to have to go out and really meet people and make a lot of follow-up phone calls and send personalized notes and e-mails.  Your main goal with your ... http://www.computerconsultantssecrets.com/blog/index.php/440/your-it-company-how-much-time-will-it-take/