Geeks4peace.org

While the term “Geek” is sometimes perceived of as a negative term, we personally believe being a Geek is a very, very good thing.

Close your eyes…now think the word “Geek” inside your head and imagine the first image that comes to mind. Did an image of a wiry, glasses-wearing, pocket-protected, social-dullard come to mind? Ok, now, open your eyes. Or keep them closed, your choice.

Now think about a person in your family or a friend that you know, who has been helpful with fixing computer problems, helping set up audio-video systems, or anything involving an abundance of wires. Does the person you thought about fit the mold for your image of a “Geek”? Perhaps, but perhaps not.

Wikipedia has various definitions for the term Geek. My personal favorite is as follows:

“A person who has chosen concentration rather than conformity; one who passionately pursues skill (especially technical skill) and imagination, not mainstream social acceptance.”

Geeks come in many forms. I personally consider myself a technology-Geek. I love practically anything to do with technology, almost too much. But it works well for me, as (apparently) there are many people who need help with what I love to do. So it ends up being a win-win, I get to call what I do for fun my “job” and the people I work with get quality support at a very reasonable price.

Personally, I’ve always had a hard time charging people for the work that I do (again, the definition of “work” is relative based on one’s perspective). And I would cringe when I heard people were paying $100+ an hour for support, where often times the tech would be making only 10 to 15% of that (the good computer shops would pay at least 20%, if not more).

I believe that given a number of circumstances, including the current economic climate, the increasing ubiquity of information-availability (with fast, effective search), and the success of online technology ‘wholesalers’ among other variables, the opportunity for a Geek with a skill-set and passion to provide quality support as an independent contractor or business owner is only getting better.

Are you a Geek? Care to make a difference in someone’s life? Alliance or Horde? (Just Kidding, this isn’t Nerds4Peace.)

Contact us or leave a comment and we’ll help find someone who can use your help!