Does your computer repair business keep its technicians (or you) busy 100% of the time? Most likely not.
Computer repair businesses – especially small ones like independent shops – should consider working with other businesses to accept jobs when they have downtime. Partnering with another computer repair business might mean working as a subcontractor for that business (on a 1099 basis), with the possibility of accepting several jobs a week. Although it might mean earning less money per job (since the business that you’re working for is taking a cut), the benefit is clear: you’re working when you would have otherwise had downtime.
BienTek is an example of a technology services contractor looking to hire other computer repair businesses. It works like this: when you work as an independent contractor for BienTek, you potentially receive several job opportunities per week to perform the computer services that your business specializes in. These jobs are typically in your area (sometimes a fair amount of driving is required, but BienTek tries to offer you jobs that are mostly local). As a contractor, you have the opportunity to accept each job or turn it down based on its appeal to you and your availability – that’s your choice since you’re a contractor, not an employee. It’s a great way to fill the gaps in your schedule. Although there is no guarantee of work, great technicians tend to receive more job opportunities – and they can negotiate a higher fee.
Questions? Post them in the comments, and Brian Bien (owner) will try to answer them.
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