Jeff Pastorius

5 trackable and achievable New Year’s resolutions

5 trackable and achievable New Year’s resolutions

Ready to make 2022 your year? You’ve probably started thinking about setting some intentions and resolutions for the new year. But sticking to your resolutions can be tricky. Around 80% of resolution-makers abandon their goals by February. So, what can you do to…

Celebrating women in small business: Teisha Jones

Celebrating women in small business: Teisha Jones

October is National Women’s Small Business Month. To celebrate, the CenturyLink Small Business team sat down with Teisha Jones to talk about her experience owning Stevie’s Healing Arts and Spa. As a small business owner, Teisha has overcome a lot of challenges…

4 common cyberattacks on small businesses

4 common cyberattacks on small businesses

As a small business owner, you might see yourself as less susceptible to cyberattacks. After all, doesn’t it make sense for hackers to go after bigger fish? Those targets are certainly attractive, but cybercriminals are also aware that small businesses lack the…

Types of phishing attacks: vishing, spear phishing, and more

Types of phishing attacks: vishing, spear phishing, and more

Phishing is the most prominent type of cyberattack used by criminals today. Phishing attacks happen more than twice as much as the next most common type of cyberattack according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Report. There are many different types of phishing attacks…

What’s the best live TV streaming service in 2021?

What’s the best live TV streaming service in 2021?

These days, many people have already cut the cable cord and are streaming TV. But for those that haven’t, it’s usually because they don’t want to miss out on their favorite live TV shows, games, and news. Fortunately, there are streaming services with options so you…

Scammers claiming to be CenturyLink

Scammers claiming to be CenturyLink

Scammers are a prolific and increasing threat in our digital world. Sometimes, they use the names of technology companies, like CenturyLink, to run scams. Using a company’s name to run a scam is known as spoofing. Scammers may spoof phone calls or emails, which is…

How to fix a WiFi privacy warning

How to fix a WiFi privacy warning

If you’ve connected your smartphone to the WiFi only to get a “Privacy Warning” message, you might be wondering what’s going on. Is your home WiFi network unsecure? Is it something to do with your phone? And how can you fix this situation? When Apple released iOS 14,…

How to secure your smart home devices

How to secure your smart home devices

Whether you have a few gadgets or an entire smart home, it’s important to learn how to secure your smart home devices. Cybersecurity experts have identified software vulnerabilities in everything from smart plugs to smart devices used in business settings. These…

How a WiFi extender works

How a WiFi extender works

If there’s one area of the house you’ve learned to avoid when you want to stream a show, play a game, or scroll on your phone, you might have a dead spot. This is an area your WiFi signal can’t reach. Fortunately, there’s a solution called a WiFi extender. These…

How to extend your WiFi to the back yard

How to extend your WiFi to the back yard

Now that summer is in full swing and the days are long and warm, it’s time to spend more time outside. Whether you’re looking to create a back yard home office as you work remotely, want to stream an outdoor movie night with your friends, or tend your vegetable patch…

How to play retro video games in 2021

How to play retro video games in 2021

Video games have come a long way since Pong in the 1970s. These days, gamers have a huge variety of options, including PC, console, and VR gaming. Even though advancements in gaming are fun, sometimes it’s cool to revisit the oldies but goodies. You can still play…

Ransomware attacks: what you need to know

Ransomware attacks: what you need to know

Ransomware attacks are making headlines in a big way. A recent attack on the Colonial Pipeline and JBS has led to shortages across the country. But these companies are not alone. Last year, the US experienced 65,000 ransomware attacks according to cybersecurity…

Social media marketing for small business

Social media marketing for small business

Did you know that 8 out of 10 people in the US have a social media profile? Chances are your customers have a profile on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and/or LinkedIn. Using social media marketing for small business is a way to connect with your customers, talk about…

3 local SEO strategies for small businesses

3 local SEO strategies for small businesses

Whatever the size of your business, you want to show up in search engines. Nearly half of all searches on Google are for local businesses. Creating a local search engine optimization strategy (SEO) for your small business can help you take your digital presence to the…

Choosing a small business phone system

Choosing a small business phone system

The small business phone line is far from dead. Even in the age of email, chatbots, and social media, the phone remains the preferred method for consumers when they need to contact a small business. In fact, about 60% of consumers prefer using the phone to other…

How slow internet affects small business

How slow internet affects small business

Many small businesses run these days thanks to the internet. It powers many daily tasks, including email, online ordering, and customer service. It even helps you reach new customers by providing a platform for digital marketing. Your business may also rely on the…

The best travel apps

The best travel apps

If it’s time to get away for a few days, you can use an app (or two) to book your next vacation. The best travel apps make it easy to book flights, lodging, transportation, and more. Some can even help you keep track of your itinerary and budget so you can keep your…

Online farmers markets: Buy from farmers online

Online farmers markets: Buy from farmers online

  You might have heard about online grocery shopping, which allows you to shop from the comfort of your home and offers convenient delivery right to your door. An online farmers market works the same way, connecting you to fresh and local produce, meats, and…

Smart pet technology: gadgets for dogs and cats

Smart pet technology: gadgets for dogs and cats

From automating lawn sprinklers to customizing lighting, smart technology can improve our lives. You may already have a smart assistant or use smart speakers, but smart technology isn’t just for humans. Smart pet technology can help our furry friends too—and help us…

4 sustainable business practices for small business owners

4 sustainable business practices for small business owners

Does sustainability matter for your business? It should. 70% of consumers think it’s important for brands to be eco-friendly. And almost half of consumers are willing to drop a brand that doesn’t align with their personal values. Focusing on sustainable business…

IRS scams to watch out for

IRS scams to watch out for

Getting a call or email from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can be stressful, especially if the message claims that you owe money. Scammers take advantage of this emotional situation and use it to swindle taxpayers out of their hard-earned money. In fact, the IRS…

Why small businesses need fiber internet

Why small businesses need fiber internet

Does your small business need fiber internet? Are you experiencing slow download or upload speeds? Does the internet cut out during important tasks or meetings? Does your team have downtime because the internet isn’t working? If your business relies on the internet, a…

6 smart gardening tools that bring plants and technology together

6 smart gardening tools that bring plants and technology together

Whether you have a green or a black thumb, smart technology can help you achieve the garden of your dreams and help you grow fresh produce year-round. Whether you have a small indoor garden or want to enhance a big outdoor vegetable patch, smart gardening tools from…

Where to stream the college basketball tournament in 2021

Where to stream the college basketball tournament in 2021

Basketball is back in 2021, after the NCAA® college basketball tournament was canceled last year for the first time in over 80 years. With new seeding and the tournament taking place in just one location this year, things might look a bit different than in the past….

Livestreams and virtual concerts

Livestreams and virtual concerts

If you love live music, the best way to see a show these days is to livestream it. In 2020, we saw a rise in artists live streaming concerts, including Dua Lipa, BLACKPINK, BTS, and many other artists. With many people choosing to shelter at home, virtual concerts…

How to set up parental controls on your CenturyLink modem

How to set up parental controls on your CenturyLink modem

As a parent, you likely have (justified) concerns about the internet. Depending on their age, your child may use the internet for education, social interaction, and entertainment. But how can you help protect them from the shadier side of the internet? And, how can…

The ultimate home entertainment setup

The ultimate home entertainment setup

To get the most out of your favorite movies, TV shows, games, and music, it’s important to have the right home entertainment setup. With advances in visual displays and speaker systems, you can now customize your entertainment experience and focus on the things that…

Managing seasonal affective disorder with technology

Managing seasonal affective disorder with technology

During the dark winter months, many people feel lethargic and uninterested in their daily lives. It could be SAD — seasonal affective disorder. SAD is a type of depression that usually affects people during the same time each year, beginning in the fall and ending in…