Ahem … a moment while I position my soapbox. I want to address a topic that I believe in, that I was raised with, and that I believe I practice. Now that America is getting back to work, I think it is important to look at the companies that survived. Sure, cash reserves were important, […]
How Hard Will We Fight To Rise Above Adversity?
“Human beings change through study, habit, and stories. Through my story, you will learn what the body and mind are capable of when they’re driven to maximum capacity[…]Because when you’re driven, whatever is in front of you…becomes fuel for your metamorphosis.” This is a statement from David Goggins, author of the bestseller Can’t Hurt Me. […]
THIS Is More Important Than Efficient Technology
This week I don’t want to talk about computers. I want to talk about the mental game that is so important to being successful in business. I should confess, I am a total book nerd. I read or listen to authors who write about history, current business challenges, and what it takes to stay motivated […]
“Liability” Is An Action Word, Not Just A Concept
“Liability” Is An Action Word, Not Just A Concept Teaching our children right from wrong has always been a major responsibility for parents, I believe. Once our precious little toddlers reach a certain age, it is time for the often painful (and often loud) practice of showing how “actions have consequences.” Understanding individual accountability for […]
Would You Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is?
“Thanks, but I’m good.” I think it is so American to always answer with confidence when anyone asks about someone’s situation. We have that Yankee/Can Do/Birth of a Nation attitude, and we usually expect to have to be effectively competent in, well, everything. When asked “How is _______?”, our reflexive response is usually some sentence […]
A Review Of What “IT” Is—Do We All Agree?
Recently the owner of a small business said to me, “Gosh, I don’t need IT help—my business only has a half dozen computers.” A flag went up in my mind, but this was a casual conversation so I made a mental note to get back to that thought. When I did circle back to that […]
The Price And The Cost
If you have questions, or if you have noticed any changes in your IT performance and it worries you, give us a call at Aptica. We offer free assessments and we are happy to answer any questions you might have. It is a conversation that won’t cost you anything. Jason Newburg, 260.243.5100, ext 2101, is […]
Pick Your Two Most Painful Tasks And Start There
Ah, the first of a New Year. Fresh start. Clean slate. What business owner does not love the first day of the first quarter of a new year? I do, and I was just thinking on Sunday afternoon about all the things I wanted to change, or to see happen, or to see stop happening, […]
My New Year’s Declaration For 2021
I suspect everyone makes at least one New Year’s resolution that they say out loud, then they acknowledge several resolutions that they just keep to themselves. I would like to share with you my New Year’s declaration, rather than any resolutions. I declare that I absolutely believe in the positive economic predictions for 2021. I […]
Fun Things To Think About For Your Small Business
Jason Newburg, 260.243.5100, ext 2101, is the founder and owner of Aptica LLC. This IT management and support company has been serving small to medium-sized businesses for 19 years in the region that includes Angola, South Bend, and Fort Wayne, IN, Battle Creek, MI, and Toledo OH.