Computer Repair
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How To Start A Computer Repair Business
Starting a computer repair business is no walk in the park by any means but it's also not impossible. The key is to understand in this business like in any other there will be up's and down's good times and bad. You have to just stick with it and stay focused. Many of the most successful computer repair shops started in someone's garage and then blossomed into large corporations with hundreds of employees. With that said I think it is also important to point out there are many steps involved in beginning your own business and they can vary depending on where you live and what rules your state has in place concerning licensing and such.
When I started it was almost by accident I had a passion for technology and liked the challenge of figuring out just how things worked (Sound familiar? if so this business is probably a good fit.) After working with my own computers at home and tinkering around with friends and family member's machines I finally began formal college classes and launched my own computer repair shop.
Alright now that you have a little information about me and how I got into this business think about your own story and what is motivating you to start a computer repair operation.
(Note if your only motivator is money you probably won't get very far)
-First of all do you have any formal training? If the answer is no you may want to check into some courses or certifications (Note A+ might be a good place to start and I will post information on this topic in a later post)
-Next consider exactly what it is you want to do. For instance are you more comfortable dealing with hardware issues or software issues? Or do you feel confident in your ability to handle both? Believe it or not there is also a big market out there for people willing to teach others how to use computer programs like Microsoft Office
- Now consider your workspace, do you have a spare room you can use with outside access if working from your home? Do you maybe have a garage that you can convert into a make shift office and storage unit? Or maybe you would prefer to travel to clients homes and work on their computers there. Whatever the case you will certainly need to decide where you will work and make sure that area is set up to accommodate The computer you are working on and any tools you will need.
- Finally What tools will you need? Well if working with hardware you will most definitely need a screwdriver, maybe an anti static bracelet, a few cans of compressed air, and safe cleaning solutions which are made specifically for cleaning sensitive computer components. There could also be a number of other tools you find yourself in need of but to start with this is the list I recommend.
Once you have covered the basics it's time to think about drawing in clients. Business cards with your name, company name, and contact information is always a good idea that is if you hand them out and don't just let them sit in a drawer somewhere collecting dust.They are also pretty cheap to make.
Flyers and coupons for your service are also another great idea and pretty cost effective. You can even use your home computer and printer to make them up and don't be afraid to get creative with it you want to grab people's attention. Once you make them up give them away try placing them on cars in parking lots if you can get the permission to do so, hang them up on bulletin boards in grocery stores again if you can get the permission to do so, and finally hand them out.
A few other ideas might be to get an ad in your local newspaper, use your car as a mobile billboard, and or put up signs advertising your service.
Finally get started and remember if you get stuck or have a problem that you don't know how to fix you can always ask for help. Online forums and chats are a great way to ask other Tech professionals for guidance.
GOOD LUCK!
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