Find the right I.T. Guy

     A lot of successful businesses has either the right I.T. Guy or they hate who they have and are afraid of that person.  They are also afraid to trust someone else.  The best I.T. guy to hire is the one that is referred by a friend that owns a company.  Someone that is happy with their I.T. Guy.  This recommendation goes a long way.  If one small business is happy with their guy, why shouldn't you give this guy a try?

     Also do your research.  It's not that you can't hire a stranger but do some research on the qualifications of that person.  You can call references.  Does that person have a website?  Does he have a document with a list of skills?  Do your research!

     There have been many times where I have gotten a fresh client and they were constantly looking over my shoulder to see what I was doing.  I didn't mind it at all.  I was happy to show them what I was doing and explain to them what I was doing as I was going along.  I was earning their trust.  They learned that I had to dig for information before I can fix the issue.  I also explained to them that based on the information I found, I would have to do a project plan so I can be as efficient as possible and get them where they need to be.  A good I.T. guy will present the client the next steps so the client can be comfortable and that person will be the most efficient and not kill the client with a huge bill.

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