Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1984
What is your primary product or service?
"Reckon Wiz Your Data" real-time accrual accounting software
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
In 1984 When I graduated with high honors from Chicago-Kent College of Law, I had spent 14 years as a piano tuner. Microcomputers were coming into use, and I needed software to run my piano tuning business: namely, accounting and client records management. [During my senior year, I was the first person to take class notes on a precursor of the modern laptop. The dean approved, but the idea was so new that one professor did not allow the computer.]
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
This software is specialized to on-location service businesses. Its features maximize repeat business and minimize driving.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
I am entirely home-based. Sales are through internet download only.
What type of payments do you accept?
Personal or company check made out to my name. I can work out an online payment if that is desired.
Which areas do you service?
English-speaking areas.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
This is a one-man operation.
What are your hours of operation?
When it is not Sunday and I am not asleep.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Your life is better because of mine.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
My original tag line since about 2006: "Life is to promote my neighbors' welfare--not by competition,
but by collaboration and sharing. Human intelligence is the capacity to apply love to the details. "