Just about a month ago I finally purchased a new cell phone (long overdue by the way!!!). For all the years that I have used a cell phone, I only used the call function and just recently I learned how to text. I went out of my way, however to learn a little more about the available phones out there and decided to purchase a phone that had a few more functions (ex. Internet, GPS, camera etc).
Now, a month later, I wonder how I ever did without one!
Prior to purchasing my phone, I always had to make sure I have my pen, note pad, camera, all phone numbers that I may need when I am out of the office, directions to where I was going etc. In my line of work (property management) I am out of my office quite a bit. I have to inspect my properties, tend to tenant issues, meet with contractors, show units for lease etc. All too often, people show up late (which drives me crazy, but it happens!) and sometimes in the past, I felt like I was wasting 15 minutes of my valuable work time while I was waiting. With my new phone however, it's like having my office at my fingertips. I love it!
I can literally be doing work until the minute the person walks in the door. I can answer e-mails, return phone calls, do research on the Internet, work on a word document or excel spreadsheet all on the go. The camera comes in handy, to take a snap shot of things that need repaired or require my attention. The phone even has GPS with live traffic updates, nearby attractions, even gas prices in the area. I mean, what can I say, it is absolutely amazing what technology offers these days to make our lives easier.
Gone are the days, when I used to walk around in circles waiting for my dear appointment to show up!
I remember when my friends were first purchasing cell phones with any/all of the above capabilities, I used to think they were crazy for spending all their money on "unnecessary" gadgets. So needless to say, I am now a firm believer in technological advances. The "computer on the go" cell phone has given me the opportunity to use my time as efficiently as possible. No longer do I have to get back to my desk to receive and review a document or answer an e-mail and I love that. After all, I live in Southern California, it's nice to be out and about during a beautiful summer day or any other day of the year!!! :-)
I wonder what else technology has in store for us for the future. Either way, I will try and make an effort to stay a little more on top of what's out there, because it may just turn out to be a very helpful little gadget. I look at it as an investment in my business!
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