[dba-Tech] Once and for all time: server backups

Hi Mark,
Yes, it is nice. And that's exactly how I look at my business "helping people". IMO too many computer consultants/support staff look at computer consulting and support as working with technology instead of making technology work for their customers.

This same guy asked me to come over and talk about his home computers and wireless networking this week with his family. During our discussion the issue of ISP and Phone/Television/Internet bundling to save money came up. (Working through understanding all of this is a major frustration for most people here.) He told his family a story about how frustrated he was when setting up his new restaurant five years ago. He was so frustrated with the phone company that he finally asked me if I would do it for him. I literally hate working with these companies but I did it. I negotiated the phone service and bought the phone system for him. I charged him full price for my time while doing it. He has, apparently, been grateful ever since.

That is a nice web site for 0 minutes and little shoe knowledge! Sometimes people don't understand the benefits of websites enough to appreciate things like what you've done for her. Maybe someday she will.


-----Original Message-----
From: dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com [mailto:dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of Mark Breen
Sent: Friday, January 15, 2010 3:05 AM
To: Discussion of Hardware and Software issues
Subject: Re: [dba-Tech] Once and for all time: server backups

Hey, Nice one John,

It is nice to be able to help people and nice when they appreciate it.

I spoke to a lady before Christmas that has just opened a shoe shop, in the
middle of a recession.  Her products are lovely and when I asked about her
website, she said she did not have one.  So I came home and in 90 minutes
registered the domain, created the following website www.stripeshoes.net and
created the user and email accounts for her to use.  It is not a €1000
website, but it is free and if she maintains it for five years is will cost
€0 over a five year period.

I think that fact is lost on this lady however, and unfortunately, does not
really seem happy with it.

Whats your opinion, is it terrible, awful or OK for a small one person
ladies shoe shop, which ultimately will require a visit to the store.  I did
tell her that she has to fill in more text, more pics and more product
details, as I do not know much about ladies shoes :)

Mark



2010/1/14 John Bartow <john at winhaven.net>

> I have been so lucky so far with this. I had a meeting a few days ago with
> a
> client who is in trouble. I have been bartering with him since his
> restaurant has the best food in the area. He actually said he wanted to
> settle up with me rather than risk me not getting my fair share back! But I
> do share your concerns and welcome your advice - thanks.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com
> [mailto:dba-tech-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of Jim Lawrence
> Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 5:18 PM
> To: 'Discussion of Hardware and Software issues'
> Subject: Re: [dba-Tech] Once and for all time: server backups
>
> Watch out for potential bankruptcies, or client's holding off paying
> invoices... In some cases I have put a client on a monthly payment plan so
> to stretch out the some large bills. The clients are happy, you get paid
> (at
> least most) and if they do get through the dip they are your client for
> life.
>
> Jim
>
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