Aug
8
2010
Planes, Cabs and Hotels – My Portable Office
Author: Stuart R. CrawfordCalgary Search Engine Optimization Specialist hits the road for CompTIA Breakaway.
I value my time out of the office and I truly love being a road warrior. Travel and seeing new parts of the country and combine this with an opportunity to serve small business across Canada and United States is what truly gets me up every morning. This is what we are all about, service and making sure our clients get the right social media, search engine optimization and online marketing consulting, education and result their business craves. This is what Ulistic is all about.
Ulistic is off to one of the IT communities leading trade shows in San Antonio.
Visit us at booth 417
From coast-coast-coast-coast we cover North America helping small business (managed service providers, real estate professionals and general small business) use the right social media strategies and get real benefits from search engine marketing and optimization services, no fluff and no BS…we shoot only for results. Our unique approach of educating and mentoring small business owners and teams throughout Canada and the United States has allowed many entrepreneurs and business owners to really make an impact in their business by blending online marketing strategies with their existing marketing solutions.
Who said the Internet would cut down on travel? I would like to meet this person. Business in North America still requires the “human element” and this sometimes requires travel. If it is a quick trip across town or a flight across the country, we will need to meet people and thoroughly understand their needs.
What does my portable office look like?
- Mobile Phone – My mobile smart phone is an essential part of my portable office. Having the correct plan is also essential. Having freedom to work from anywhere is crucial in my business where clients can call on us at anytime with any need. A great mobile phone with a flexible plan is essential.
- The Right Laptop – I currently use a MacBook simply because it works without a hitch and if I have an issue with it, well I can take it to any Apple Certified repair shop and get it fixed. Having the right equipment is very important whether it is a MacBook or DELL Latitude laptop running Windows 7, you need to have something that work and works for you.
- Cloud Technologies – My company Ulistic is a firm that teaches people to leverage the Internet therefore we need to have access to technologies no matter where we are. The right cloud solution is just as important as your mobile phone or laptop. There are many great solutions out there, do your homework and get one that works for you.
- Mobile Internet – Last but definitely not least is the importance of mobile Internet. Hotels, Airports and Coffee shops offer Wi-Fi however for me I need something fast and reliable. My TELUS Mobile Internet service gives me the reliability that this road warrior requires. I may forget my phone or my server maybe down, but without my mobile Internet from TELUS I would be crippled.
No matter where you work you need to right tools to do your job. For this Alberta-based road warrior without my tools…well I would be lost and lose my competitive advantage. What would hurt the most…I wouldn’t be able to serve my clients and take care of them.
