Rising Stars: Meet Daniel Zivetz

Today we’d like to introduce you to Daniel Zivetz.

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I started with computers over 20 years ago. My parents gifted me with a Dell desktop. I began to get curious about how it worked and what to do when things went wrong. I found a local computer shop called Century Software. The owner was kind enough to allow me to observe the teamwork on my system. I asked a lot of questions and continued to learn. I became so interested in PCs that I signed up for a computer training school locally. School was quite intense. Five days a week for years. We studied and prepared to pass the CompTIA A+ exam and all the Microsoft exams. This experience gave me the knowledge and confidence to take up my career in PC and network support. Pretty soon, the CEO of the school was sending me out on small jobs for his friends.

From there, after earning the Microsoft certificates, I began to build and advertise the business. I was staying quite busy troubleshooting and diagnosing computer systems and networks to earn a living. I decided to grow my skills by attending classes at Santa Monica College. I took almost all of the computer programming courses, plus all the web design classes. I earned the Website Creator and Website Software Specialist certificates at SMC. Currently, I genuinely enjoy building and maintaining sites for some of my clients. I also recently completed the AWS curriculum at SMC. Something I might pursue further in the future.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Yes, my path has been smooth and fulfilling. I continue to take on new clients and projects and advance my skills. I have earned a 5 Star rating on Yelp, Google profile and Angi.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I am a certified PC and network support specialist. I upgrade, troubleshoot and maintain PCs and small networks for my clients on the Westside. I have a reputation for being honest and resourceful. I treat all of my clients with respect and humility. I take great pleasure in resolving even the most difficult scenario for my clients. I build on the relationships with exceptional service and integrity.

Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
I frequently watch computer and network-related content on YouTube. I also take courses on LinkedIn learning which is an excellent platform for increasing skills and awareness.

Pricing:

• $75 for the first hour for most jobs
• $50 an hour after the initial $75

Contact Info:

• Website: www.westlacomputerexpert.tech
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westlacompexpert/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WLAcomputerexpert
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dzivetz
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGmQU_ZYVrAPWG7cstF0Z2Q
• Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/west-la-computer-expert-los-angeles-4