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(USPS 205-620) Contact us: Phone: .................................................................. 812-354-8500 Fax: ....................................................................... 812-354-2014 E-mail: Andy Heuring, Editor editor@pressdispatch.net Advertising ads@pressdispatch.net General News news@pressdispatch.net Sports sports@pressdispatch.net Subscription Services subscribe@pressdispatch.net How to troubleshoot your technology issues (StatePoint) If you're like most people, you've spent more time than you're willing to admit troubleshoot- ing a technology issue with any one of the many devices in your connect- ed home. Did you know that the aver- age person owns at least 10 connect- ed devices from Macs and PCs, smart- phones, tablets and printers, to voice assistants, video doorbells and even home automation systems? As homes get "smarter" with more connected devices, more complex problems arise, including issues with setup, troubleshooting and syncing devices. Calling the manufacturer or going to the store where you bought the device could help, if it's still un- der warranty. Trying to diagnose and solve the problem yourself might work, if you have time, patience and some know-how. But what many people really need is an IT expert on-call, ready to solve all their personal tech issues…but how realistic or affordable is that? "Subscribing to a technical support plan is actually an increasingly pop- ular option for consumers who want to keep their tech working 24/7. Ma- ny plans provide a professional, re- mote, 'IT team' available anytime you run into trouble. This can help keep costs low since the team resolves your tech issues by phone, chat or by virtu- ally remoting into your device," says Renée Soulliard, of Support.com. Googling "tech support" brings up numerous options that promise to solve your various tech problems. With so many options, how do you know which ones are reliable? Fraudulent tech support compa- nies continue to get more sophisticat- ed and difficult to detect, warns Soul- liard. "To find a trusted tech support provider, choose one with a long his- tory and highly trained, professional tech support agents," she says. Here are some potential questions to ask while evaluating tech support providers: • How long has the company been in business? • Are the company and its agents US -based? • Is there a limit to how many devic- es are covered? Are there any restric- tions on the types of devices, brands or problems covered? • What operating systems are cov- ered? • Is the support provided unlimit- ed? Is support available 24/7? • Are there monthly plans available or just annual plans? Are there set-up fees? • Are there any guarantees if my issue can't be resolved? Can I cancel any time? • Do I have access to support via phone and chat? Is online self-support available? • Can I schedule a time to have a tech support agent contact me? • What do other customers say about the service? Look for an affordable monthly or annual subscription plan that offers unlimited tech support for any issue with your connected devices, regard- less of the type of device, brand, or where you bought it. Plans can cost as low as $10 per month with no long- term commitment. Find tech sup- port providers with US -based sup- port agents that offer a range of sup- port options, including phone, chat, or video-based "virtual house calls." You could even try the free self-sup- port tools from Support.com's TechSo- lutions or, if you need more help, learn more about their tech support plans at www.support.com. Having a tech support plan with a highly qualified tech support provider is an efficient and smart way to man- age and maintain your technology, and can help you get the most out of all your home tech. Veterans: Show potential employers you are a team player (StatePoint) If you're a veteran, you have proven you can work on teams and, in many cases, lead them. Yet cor- porate recruiting experts say it's cru- cial to properly frame your experience to maximize your chances of getting hired. "Veterans bring many valuable skills and qualities to the corporate environ- ment," says Jerry Quinn, head of Mili- tary & Veteran Talent External Recruit- ing and Enterprise Military & Veteran Initiatives at Wells Fargo. "These in- clude traits like strategic planning, crit- ical thinking, problem-solving, commu- nications and adaptability. In my expe- rience, however, veterans sometimes have trouble conveying their unique contributions and effectiveness on teams." The post-9/11 veteran unemploy- ment rate is at an all-time low of below 4 percent, according to the Bureau of La- bor Statistics. This figure may not paint the full picture about the transition to civilian life. Many veterans remain un- deremployed or in jobs that do not use the full range of their skills. So, what's the best way to approach your job search? Consider these tips from Quinn and Wells Fargo's Hands on Banking program: MAKE THE CONVERSION While in the military, people often speak in terms of what "we" did togeth- er. In the corporate world, it's more im- portant to be able to clearly state what "you" did to help the team succeed. So look through your resume, con- verting "we" to "I," citing specific, mea- surable criteria where possible. And re- member that potential employers may not always be familiar with military jar- gon and acronyms, so use language any civilian recruiter will understand. For example, "I was a leader of a team of 100, with seven direct reports," or "I was responsible for maintaining more than $2 million worth of specialized government equipment." USE KEYWORDS Remember to customize your resume each time you apply for a job. Most job descriptions provide clues that you can use to figure out what role on the team the company is seeking to fill — wheth- er it be a leader, a manager or an indi- vidual contributor. Use these clues to determine what attributes and team- work experience to highlight on your resume. GET READY Practice answering some of the most common interview questions — suc- cinctly. You can count on getting ques- tions like, "How do you demonstrate you're a team player? " or "Give an ex- ample of a time you had a conflict with others and how you handled it." In a brief and organized way, be ready to highlight your personal contributions. For career opportunities and other tips and resources, visit wellsfargojobs. com/military. "Teamwork means getting things done and trusting that you can count on others," says Quinn. "Being able to show that teamwork is inherent to your own values and experience will put your job candidacy at the top of any stack."