You might be sitting there reading this Internet Marketing article on a brand spanking new computer system that lets you zip through websites and files at astronomical speeds. Unfortunately for some, that’s not the case.
Not only are they working from a computer system that freezes up and is plagued by viruses, but their connection to the online world is still set at dial-up speed. If this describes you, then you may want to consider investing in your upgraded computer equipment and tools for 2010 as a way to further your business growth.
Many top marketers have several computers set up on one desk so that they can multi-task. You don’t have to go that route (and some experts even say those who multi-task actually get less work done because their focus is split).
But you do need the bare minimum of essentials to help you make progress throughout the day. You can work on a desktop or a laptop computer. Many marketers have one of each – using the laptop for travel and daytime excursions so that they’re never out of touch for long with their business.
You need something with enough memory so that your system isn’t sluggish. If you have a virus, or more vulnerabilities, then you need to focus the beginning on 2010 on cleaning up your system that you don’t risk losing your hard work or worse – infecting others with it.
If you’re committing to a routine schedule for 2010, such as investing 8 hours a day into your business, then set aside a workspace in your home or apartment. It doesn’t have to be a whole room – it can be a corner of a room, but make it for work purposes only.
Do you need a fax and printer? Maybe not. You may only need the software that helps you make graphics or convert text into PDF files. This will depend on what business model you pursue.
If it’s available in your area, upgrade your dial-up to a higher speed connection. This is well worth the additional expense because you’ll get more work done, faster, so you’ll see a return on your investment quickly.
For some people, upgrading their computer equipment for 2010 may not be feasible right after the 2009 holidays. But you can plan for it and begin saving for it little by little instead of just accepting the fact that you’re chained to an outdated system for the entire year.
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I don’t think you can stress this enough. I’ve usually got many pages and applications open at the same time and if I didn’t have the machine to handle it I’d be in the weeds big time. I would make sure you have as much ram as possible. I have 4GB and it seems to be fine.
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A FAX Machine – REALLY?? I use Efax.com. I have my own FAX telephone number, and all inbound faxes come to my email.
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