Living The Dream With "Ms. Computer Lady"

Sharifah Hardie interviews Amber Hawkings "Ms. Computer Lady."

  It had been a dream dormant since 1999. After receiving her Master’s Degree in Educational Technology (Human Resources Specification), Miss Amber Hawkins started her journey of obtaining a job in one capacity or another to become a computer trainer. Her knowledge of knowing IBM and MacIntosh platforms bridged a connection to additional work experiences that included conference planning, volunteer management, program development, and drug prevention education. Unfortunately, three unforeseen layoffs almost shattered the dream.

    In late Spring 2004, after being laid off for unbelievably a fourth time, a friend suggested becoming a business owner. It had been a passing thought but nothing seriously taken. After receiving her Small Business Management Certificate in December 2004, Miss Hawkins was determined to begin the path of entrepreneurship. With $1,000 of her own money from unemployment checks invested, Your Computer Needs of Toledo, LLC was birthed January 1, 2005. Though a smaller than anticipated customer base existed, Your Computer Needs of Toledo, LLC informed many of its existence via word of mouth and flyers. Furthermore, networking events were heavily attended, as well as many business cards and brochures printed in order to achieve success.

Visit Ms. Computer Lady at www.yourcomputerneeds.net