MicroTech Systems - July 2020

Overthinking Undermines Your Success How NHL Goalies Live in the Moment

On Feb. 22, 2020, David Ayres was sitting in the stands next to his wife watching a Carolina Hurricanes hockey game. By the end of the night, this 45-year-old Zamboni driver would be the first emergency goaltender to record a win in the history of the NHL. After the Hurricane’s first two goalies were taken out of the game due to injuries, Ayres was called onto the ice. He stopped eight out of 10 shots, helping the Hurricanes claim victory. This isn’t the first time an emergency goalie has been called in to help win an NHL game. When Scott Foster, a 36-year-old accountant, was called in as an emergency goalie for a 2017 Blackhawks home game, he didn’t let a single puck past him. How are ordinary men like Ayres and Foster able to go from sitting in the bleachers to crushing it on the ice at a moment’s notice? They have the remarkable ability to thrive under pressure by not overthinking their situation. A good goalie cannot overthink anything. They must be able to assess the situation and react instantaneously to block a speeding puck. Physical training is only half the battle. Achieving true success

means mastering the psychological game. This kind of mental fortitude can be valuable in business, too.

“The key difference between those who get the gold medal and those who don’t is between the ears,” says Martin Turner, senior lecturer in sport and exercise psychology at Staffordshire University. “Business leaders can learn to develop robust psychological skills to help them fulfill their potential under pressure, and importantly, help others around them fulfill their potential.” How can you learn to stop yourself from overthinking during high-pressure situations? Don’t view those high-pressure situations as life or death. “It was wild; it was fun,” said Ayres after his historic win. “These guys were awesome. They said to me, ‘Have fun with it, don’t worry about how many goals go in. This is your moment — have fun with it.’” “Have fun” is exactly what Ayres did, and the Hurricanes won the game. When you find yourself overthinking a high-pressure situation, remind yourself that no matter what decision you make, it’s not the end of the world. That moment is just one of many opportunities you’ll be presented with. Above all else, keep a positive outlook. Win or lose, success or failure, being positive will always take you far. See What Our Customers Are Saying “MicroTech delivers exceptional tech support 100% of the time. They are so personable and create more than just a business relationship. I ultimately feel like I know and have built relationships with each of them.” – Kristia S. “We have been using MicroTech for over a month and glad we made the switch. Great people.” – Krystal D.

PARTY TIME!

We’re halfway through 2020! It’s been an exhausting year for everyone, and we want to thank those who have trusted us with their IT service. We couldn’t offer you this without the dedication and proficiency of our team. To honor this, we want to recognize the following MicroTech employees who will celebrate very special days this July. Birthdays: Brandon Hunsaker and Mark Owens Work Anniversaries: Bill Mogensen, Robert Bissonette, Javier Peredes, and Stuart Mulanix Thank you, all, for your continued commitment!

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THE TOP 4 TECHREMINDERS

As Your Company Transitions Out of or Further Into Remote Work

In 2019, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 7% of Americans were working from home. Today, that number is far greater, largely due to COVID-19. Some reports claim that number has risen to 95% as of mid-March. Whether this unprecedented change has brought massive disruptions to your workflow or was a minor inconvenience, we’ve all learned the value of being prepared — especially as companies debate coming back to the office or staying remote. When it comes to your technology, there’s no such thing as being overprepared. Here are some of our top tech-planning reminders for businesses that want to thrive in remote work and carry those lessons into a post-COVID-19 world. 1. Backups and Storage: If you haven’t updated your storage or backup systems in a while, then now is the time to do so. A >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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