New Year, New Location for Simplified Communications

1/8/2021

2020 proved to be a good year to evaluate personal and business goals. Now, this new year offers us a chance to implement and grow.

In our review of where we want to take Simplified Communications, and how we want to spend our free time, we ventured to Miami, Florida to open another location.

We continue to provide services to businesses nationwide, and are excited for the opportunity to serve from two very different climates. We're bringing a little sun to Minneapolis, and lots of coffee to Miami!

This is a great time of year to assess your services and make sure everything is set up for you to have a seamless 2021.

Schedule your 15 minute review today:

Verify that current business internet and voice services are the best fit for your needs.
Plan for future changes to your business.

How are we doing??

Simplifying Communications
From Minneapolis to Miami

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Simplify your Business Cellphone

4/29/2020

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Remember how technology was supposed to make our lives easier? Jet packs, flying cars and a sweet little robot to bring us our coffee--ahh, memories of a future that hasn't happened, yet!

Anyone working from home right now is realizing the power of technology, and its severe limitations.

We've compiled some tips to ease your day-to-day relationship with your cell phone, specifically the phone being used for business purposes.

Simplify your Purpose:

List the top purpose for your phone, and include a list of things your phone is NOT intended for (distractions on social media, checking the stock market, Identifying your cellphone's purpose will allow you to load it with necessary apps, and give yourself and others the right expectations.

Simplify your Boundaries:

If you have a phone for personal use, and a separate phone for business, it can be fairly easy to establish boundaries. But if you have one phone for all your communications, it may be next to impossible to set boundaries with your Mom (who calls repeatedly during meetings), or your Favorite Client (who texts big, urgent ideas on the weekends).

Take advantage of Unique Tools:

Take advantage of the unique tools your phone offers that your computer and other devices don't do as well. Voice technology and quick photos are easiest from your cellphone.

Get the best deals and devices.

Simplified Communications has the access and expertise to connect your business with the best deals and devices. Talk to one of our Brokers today to:

Save money: Simplified Communications will work on your behalf to identify the best deals and best cellular plans to meet your needs, and the needs of your staff/team.
Get the latest devices: Simplified Communications can more easily acquire the latest iPhones, tablets and Android devices for your employees and co-workers.
Explore options: Simplified Communications will ensure your team has access to the best possible cell coverage. Make sure your company is connected!

Talk to a Broker

Simplified Communications works daily with businesses and cellphone services. We are well-versed in the tools available, as well as the obstacles of technology. Reach out to your telecom broker today for assistance!

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Meet Reed Knutsen - Simplified Communications Telecom Broker

4/28/2020

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Working in the telecommunications industry since 2002, Reed Knutsen has brought helpful solutions to his clients in good times and bad. He has made a number of COVID-19-required adjustments to his life and work. Luckily Reed is always up for a challenge.

The hardest part about living in lockdown is that Reed loves All The Food. A medium rare steak, pizza, Asian cuisine. His favorite--a hidden gem in the north Coon Rapids suburbs called Angkor, serving Chinese Cambodian. But lately, he is doing more cooking from home.

See Reed's Smokey Quarantine Chicken Legs Recipe below.

Reed has been working from home for over a month, and he is ready to get out of the house to go out to eat, see a movie, or go to a concert. He has high hopes for kayaking and camping in the future.

Reed's love for challenges and the outdoors makes the extreme Minnesota weather a delight. From hot to cold and back again, the landscape and wildlife are a beautiful backdrop for playing sports, writing music and spending time with his family.

You can imagine that a Minnesota guy who appreciates the extreme climate also enjoys the freedom and challenge that comes with being an independent telecom broker. Reed works fearlessly to find the best carrier and solutions for his clients.

Reed and his wife have 4 kids and 2 naughty rabbits, which keep them pretty busy most of the time, but Reed has been spending more time on his many hobbies and passions during quarantine. Reed is a musicphile, and after some extensive organization of his record collection, carefully compiled two imaginary Beatles double albums after “Let it Be,” using the best of their solo work from 1970-71. Music definitely helps relax the mind and energize the soul. Listen with us:

Reed's Smokey Quarantine Chicken Legs

Fresh chicken legs
Seasoned Salt
Salt
Black pepper
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Hickory smoking chips, soaked in water

Let the chicken sit out at room temperature for 20-25 minutes before putting on the grill. This allows the chicken to cook more evenly. Add the seasonings to the outside of the legs, covering all sides. Once you have hot coals, add hickory smoking chips that have been soaked in water for at least 30 minutes. Cook the chicken with the lid closed until it reaches an internal temperature of 170 degrees at thickest part of the leg. Turn as needed to cook evenly and place legs closer to the coals for more char. You should have at least some charring and crispy skin. I like mine very charred. After removing from the grill, cover the chicken with aluminum foil and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Serve with Crispy Asparagus with olive oil and garlic.