December 2011
1 post
6 Great Gifts for Computer Consultants →
It’s that time of year again, where we take the time to try to find the perfect gift for the one’s we love! Well, if you have a computer tech on your list, or you’re a tech looking for things to put…
November 2011
1 post
Computer Business Location: Work from Home or Have... →
In a previous post I’ve talked about on-site versus in-shop repairs and how to choose the best business model for your computer repair business. Now I’d like to take that a step…
October 2011
3 posts
Four Reasons to Sign Up for the YFNCG Newsletter →
If you’ve been a reader of this blog for a while, you may not have noticed a new feature there in the right column: The YFNCG Newsletter.
Even if you did notice it, you may not have felt compelled…
Facebook Deal of the Month - 60% Off PC Tune-up →
From time to time we like to reward our Facebook fans with some exclusive deals for services at Jiffy-PC!
Is your computer running slow? Has it been months or even years (or never?) since you’ve…
Computer Guy’s Toolbox: Techibble’s Computer... →
In the “Computer Guy’s Toolbox” series, I highlight a product or service that I think will benefit the independent computer tech.
A couple years ago I reviewed Technibble’s Computer…
September 2011
2 posts
Finding a Niche: PC Gamers →
Advertising your computer repair business can be a bit overwhelming. 68.7% of American homes have internet access, and the number rises sharply in more densely populated areas. That…
played the song ‘St. James Infirmary’ by Sac Au Lait on @myspace http://t.co/vhWjyks
June 2011
3 posts
Facebook Syndication Error →
Matthew Started a door-hanger ad campaign for my... →
Breaking into Tech: Experience →
In the Breaking into Tech series of posts I weigh the pros and cons of the three basic means of preparing yourself for a career in tech: certification, formal education, and experience….
April 2011
10 posts
Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a topic: The chickpea is neither a chick nor a pea. Discuss.
Increase Repeat Business by Leaving a Peice of You... →
Lets move beyond the boring business card. Repeat business is a necessity for computer consultants and lets face it, after a while people either toss your business card in the trash or it…
Matthew On the phone with customer service lady at... →
Matthew Well, I gave it a good run, but have... →
Matthew Since the government is gonna shut down,... →
Matthew Beautiful day to be out on the road! →
Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a topic: The New Deal was neither new nor was it a deal. Discuss.
Matthew Already getting tons of consulting... →
Playing a show in Washington, DC at 9:00 PM today at Axum’s Level X Lounge http://lnk.ms/ML0Sg
Matthew Good day at the rifle range today...now... →
March 2011
11 posts
New show announced in Washington, DC at Axum’s Level X Lounge on April 2, 2011 http://lnk.ms/ML0Sg
Matthew New show announced in Washington, DC at... →
Matthew Had a great farewell happy hour with the... →
Matthew T-minus 3 days! →
Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a topic: The Progressive Era was neither progressive nor an era. Discuss
Matthew T-mobile should probably stop airing those... →
I’m Quitting My Job! →
I’ve been fortunate enough for the past 6+ years to be gainfully employed in the IT department of a mid-sized pharmaceutical company. I’ve risen the ranks from intern, to help desk, to…
Matthew Finished "Girl with the Dragon Tatoo". It... →
Just responded to Fan Question “So does it get easy writing songs…” via @FanBridge here: http://fburls.com/67-ZoTINNFi - Ask one too!
Just put in 2 weeks notice at my “day job”, now I’ll have more time for my musical passions…keep an eye and ear out for good stuff ahead!
4 Free Automated Advertising Strategies →
Marketing is a constant struggle for solo consultants and small business owners. It’s always a gamble whether your marketing effort will be worth the money and time invested, but it’s a necessary…
February 2011
17 posts
Finding a Niche: Elderly Computer Users →
Advertising your computer repair business can be a bit overwhelming. 68.7% of American homes have internet access, and the number rises sharply in more densely populated areas. That…
Germantown Computer Repair →
Jiffy-PC is headquartered in Germantown Maryland, a vibrant and diverse community at the heart of Montgomery County. We started out serving the neighborhoods of Germantown with friendly and…
Rehearsal with Phil tonight. It’ll be just me or me and him for the next three gigs on my schedule! Small intimate shows are my fav!
Just responded to Fan Question “When you are on stage; have you ever…” via @FanBridge here: http://fburls.com/57-wXdo0eTO - Ask one too!
Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a topic: Grape-Nuts - it contains neither grapes, nor nuts. Discuss.
Madeleine Albright sat in on drums on a tune tonight with Chris Botti! WTF? #onlyindc
Breaking Into Tech: Formal Education →
In the Breaking into Tech series of posts I will weigh the pros and cons of the three basic means of preparing yourself for a career in tech: certification, formal education, and…
New show announced in Silver Spring, MD at Caribou Coffee on April 9, 2011 http://lnk.ms/KZ3Vb
I love the music they play at our local Outback. Wish I could get a hold of that playlist.
5 Ways To Be A Friendlier Computer Guy →
Being an effective and friendly computer guy (or gal) requires both broad technical knowledge and exceptional people skills. This is true whether you own your own repair business, work…
Just responded to Fan Question “If you werent able to make music,…” via @FanBridge here: http://fburls.com/21-NLUWoePd - Ask one too!
Website Wilderness: My Business Website is Live! →
In the Website Wilderness Series I share my experiences and insights as I try to build a successful web site for my computer consulting company.
It’s been about 2 years since I started my…
Talk amongst yourselves. I’ll give you a topic: Palmolive - it’s neither Palm, nor Olive. Discuss.
For my next “Living Room Sessions” video, what group should I cover: Maroon5, Train, or Finger11?
Just responded to Fan Question “Have you ever thought of making a…” via @FanBridge here: http://fburls.com/41-05i1k6fz - Ask one too!
I’m the featured independent artist on this episode of the Mike Tech Show. http://bit.ly/gLWYiJ It helps that I’m also a computer guy ;-)
January 2011
12 posts
Just responded to Fan Question “What make you write that song? (pick…” via @FanBridge here: http://fburls.com/78-v58iFWSl - Ask one too!
Just responded to Fan Question “when will you be near cumerland md???” via @FanBridge here: http://fburls.com/85-IlSFonGc - Ask one too!