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Avoiding Tech Burnout for the Early Adopter

Jul 13, 2012 Leave a Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

This is not another article about how technology is turning us into zombies or interrupting our dinners. I will, however, point out a potential trap that those of us with strong interests in technology can fall into: The everlasting “search for the best.”

Let’s do a quick inventory. How many tabs do you typically open when reading product reviews for a new purchase? How many apps do you have for your phone, tablet, or computer that perform the same basic function? How many times have switched which product you use for a given task in the last year? How much time do you spend researching products that you don’t need to buy or replace? How do you feel when you find out about a new product that could potentially replace one that you currently use? Just think about those things for a moment or two. ~ read more ~

Posted in Technology, Tips And Tricks

Forecast of Mobile Payment Users by Continent

Jun 13, 2012 Leave a Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

10 years ago was the first time that I began thinking about the possibility of using your phone in the payment process. As technology has improved and adoption along with it you can clearly see that many places in the world are quickly looking to mobile payment to be the standard.

There a numerous environmental, political, and infrastructure reasons why mobile payment is taking off. With 45.5 millions Africans using mobile payments in 2011 and trending towards over 100 million in 2016, there is no wonder so many companies are jumping into the space.

On another note, this is my first infographic. I would love some feedback as I am going to try and make more.

Posted in Technology

My Favorite Gadgets for the Trails

Jun 08, 2012 Leave a Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

Getting ready for a camping trip this weekend, so instead of all the stuff I actually need to get finished up before heading out, I thought I’d do a quick post on some of my indispensable gadgets for the great outdoors.

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Posted in Sports, Technology

DIY SKYRIM Iron Helmet

May 30, 2012 Leave a Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

I can’t think of anything better to wear to my next client meeting! ~ read more ~

Posted in Technology

Memorial Weekend in Denver: Baseball, Family & Fishing

May 26, 2012 1 Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

My second favorite place in the world to see a game!

I love sports. Pretty much all sports. I love to play sports, and I love to watch sports. When it comes to the watching, I especially love baseball. Nothing says summer like a baseball game. I have such great memories of going to baseball games with my dad during the summer. I grew up in Houston, Texas, and watched the Colt .45s play at Colt Stadium. I loved getting those giant bags of peanuts and cheering on our team! ~ read more ~

Posted in Retirement, Sports

Maintaining an Income and Earning an Accredited Masters Degree

May 09, 2012 Leave a Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

From Harvard to accredited Masters degree programs, half of all recent college graduates are either jobless or underemployed. This statistic, reported by the Atlanta Journal Constitution, supports a scary reality about higher education. Namely, that many degree-holding college graduates enter the real world and cannot find good, paying work that reflects their level of education. As a result, many with degrees in the arts and humanities are settling for food service, retail or receptionist work.

Graduates who find themselves underemployed can market themselves by engaging in some continuing education leading towards a Masters degree. Many online education students use the flexibility of non-traditional course schedules to fit schoolwork around a professional pursuit, like an internship.

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Posted in Education, Entrepreneurship, Technology

Crunch Time for the Bulls

May 04, 2012 Leave a Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

I’m still not over this.

But life goes on, right? … right?! It has to. Game two was a disaster, but I’m willing to chalk that up to shellshock and emotional turmoil on the team. Now it’s time to buckle down. That bench mob we’ve been talking about all year, they have to show up. I need to hear Stacey King shout “WWWWATSON!” and a little bit of “Korver with the HOT SAUCE!“

I like to save room on this site for things of more tangible importance, but Chicago sports are a bit of a soft spot for me. On a more serious note, there is a great parallel here for businesses that take a hit to a major property. Derrick Rose comprises 30% of the Bulls’ cap space. He is the prototypical star, the flagship product, the top client. If a 30% chunk of your business disappeared overnight, how would you handle it? Speaking for myself, I hope it would be a better showing than Tuesday night’s game.

So it’s crunch time. There is no replacing Derrick Rose. Trying to replace your number one product overnight would be ridiculous. So what do you do? You batten down the hatches, and you find ways to improve every other aspect of your business. For you that might mean upselling services to smaller clients or finding ways to improve the quality and distribution of your smaller products. For the Bulls, it means it’s time for the Bench Mob to start earning that name: hard-nosed transition defense, crashing the boards, taking high-percentage shots, making the extra pass, getting open down low, and shutting down the team that, a week ago, was basically playing with the goal of not getting embarrassed.

Posted in Sports

Some Tips to Help You Save on Your Internet Bill

Apr 07, 2012 Leave a Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

Slow internet in this day and age can be insufferable, but unfortunately, the price of higher-speed internet can be a big roadblock in some people’s lives. It’s understandable that monthly expenses can be difficult to deal with, especially in these trying economic times. There are, however, some solutions that could allow you to get high-speed digital cable or satellite internet without sacrificing more money than you have to.

Although nearly everyone uses the internet in the modern age, not everyone uses it in the same way. Some people simply check their e-mail and browse the news; others enjoy high-quality online gaming, video streaming, and other services. It’s important to diagnose your needs based on what you use the internet for and incorporate that information into your decision-making about internet service deals. If you’re someone who just uses e-mail and Facebook, you probably don’t need the fastest service available, for example.

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The Insurance Implications of Cloud Computing

Apr 05, 2012 Leave a Comment ~ Written by Jeff Taka

cloud computingIf you don’t know what cloud computing insurance is, don’t fret—many people are still getting used to this new and complex form of insurance. That being said, it’s a service that you might be interested in looking into. If you’re dealing in a business that stores some or most of its information virtually, relies on the internet to get work done and make money, or otherwise depends on digital services for its success, then you should investigate some options. Tech insurance may one day save your business.

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Posted in Small Business, Technology

Getting a Loan for an Eco-Friendly Vehicle

Mar 12, 2012 ~ Written by Jeff Taka

The government has recently constructed partnerships and incentives with the world’s elading car companies in an effort to increase the popularity of eco-friendly vehicles. As a result, customers who purchase eco-friendly cars may now receive up to $2,000 in tax rebates for their environmentally conscious purchases. This is a good tip to consider for your life not only in its cost efficiency, but in the way in which you can have a positive impact on the environment.

The government finds it absolutely necessary to popularize fuel efficient vehicles due to the negative impact that “gas guzzlers” have on the environment. It’s also a good product to market because as gas prices rise, customers will want to consider the effectiveness of purchasing a more fuel efficient vehicle from the get-go to save on driving expenses over time.

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Posted in Finance, Tips And Tricks
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