 FlexITechs Now in Its
Sixth Year
After two years as the computer services arm of our sister company, Sussex County Online, FlexITechs was formed in 2004 to better define the computer services offered by owner Eric Magill.
We thank all of our customers who have made it possible for us to reach our 6th year!
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Greetings!
Thank you for your continued interest in FlexITechs. If you'd prefer not to receive our occasional email newsletters, use the "Unsubscribe" link above. Sincerely, Eric Magill, FlexITechs |
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Vacation Time at FlexITechs
Just wanted to let everyone know that I'll be on vacation for a couple of days later this month.
It's the one time of year that I'm "out of touch" with most things technology, save for my cell phone. While the phone uses electricity to re-charge, I re-charge off the grid with camping, fishing and kayaking.
I'll be gone from Thursday, Aug. 19 through Sunday, Aug. 22, so if you need anything before then, call soon to get on the schedule. Our number is 537-4198. |
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Social Networking -- Best Practices and Pitfalls
What did we do before Facebook? How did we stay in touch with old friends?
For many of us, we didn't. Years would go by where we'd wonder "Whatever happened to ...?"
We don't have to wonder anymore thanks to social networking sites on the Internet like Facebook, Twitter, and for businesses, Linkedin.
Since May alone I have reunited with three college friends I hadn't seen in 25 years. I'm sure many of you could tell similar stories.
It's not all good, though. MySpace, for instance, is plagued with malware. Some Facebook applications have also been hit by hackers.
Speaking of social networking, if you like FlexITechs and the work we perform, we'd appreciate it if you would "Like" our fan page on Facebook. |
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BizTech -- Make a Good Home Office Great
Here are some things to consider when creating your home office: 1. Keep the noise down. Noise can be Home Office Enemy No. 1. If you have the luxury of doing so, build sound-deadening features into the walls, floors and, if need be, the ceiling. You can also consider plywood or Homasote panels. Wrapped in fabric and placed on walls, they deaden sound and provide necessary pin-up space to boot. 2. Add privacy with a "surround wall." These light, portable screens can be positioned to provide visual screening and separation. They're not only handy in large office spaces, but essential in shared quarters, such as a family room. 3. Good lighting is a must. Architect Neal Zimmerman, author of "Taunton's Home Workspace Idea Book," suggests installing a small canopy or umbrella in a corner and aiming light at its underside. Your office will be showered with light, not to mention a degree of privacy and soundproofing. 4. See gray, act gray. Even the most independent-minded work-at-home types can suffer from conventional office-paint hangover. Workspaces aren't just supposed to be a rudimentary, dull color. Colors can greatly influence our mood. So, if your taste in color runs to a flashy pink or sunburst orange, splash some on your office walls. You may be surprised at how your mood and work take off.
5. Put your trash can on steroids. Most of us produce pyramid-sized heaps of trash, but too often we hope to squeeze those mounds into a thimble-sized waste container. Spend a few extra bucks to "super-size" a wastebasket to adequately handle your trash. If need be, opt for two containers to divvy up recyclables and pure throwaways.
6. Plant yourself. In 1980, the movie "9 to 5" featured an Alcatraz-esque office where even potted plants were banned from cubicles. Don't lay the same sterile prohibition on your home office. Not only can plants prove highly attractive and help clean the air, they also can add privacy - a shelf of ferns and spider plants builds a pleasant but effective buffer.
7. Be careful not to "live" in your home office. While personalizing your workspace with family photos, mementos and the like is essential to making your office appealing, don't spend personal time there. So, if you have a spare TV, make sure it goes somewhere other than your office unless your business relies on one. Likewise, read, exercise and do other non-business tasks elsewhere. This will make your time in your workspace more focused.
8. Of course, we couldn't end this piece without a word on technology in the home office. Many of the same technologies you find in a larger office can be applied affordably to home-based offices, from computers to software to printers. With the rise of cloud-based computing, where applications and data reside on servers outside your office, it's often possible to have access to powerful technologies like big corporations for a monthly subscription price instead of large equipment fees. Just add your computer(s), printer(s), Smart Phones, etc., and your home office can be as efficient as any corporate office.
For help in creating a more efficient home office, contact Eric Magill at 302-537-4198. |
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We thank you for your past business and hope we can continue to fulfill your technology needs in the future. If you have any questions about current technology issues, feel free to contact us at 537-4198. |
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Sincerely,
Eric Magill
FlexITechs
Microsoft Small Business Specialist |
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