Had an excellent experience last fall at this shop. I've been using Mac computers since 1985 (!)…read morebut never had a problem I couldn't deal with myself, but this time was different -- some very baffling issue with the way memory was operating. Not a simple problem to diagnose, no matter how many Reddit posts I read! Took it to this shop, and the problem was solved in about 2 days, and the price was extremely reasonable. My experience exceeded expectations in every way!

LI recently had an excellent experience with San Francisco Bay Computer Services. My daughter's…read moreMacBook Air (15-inch, M2, 2023) had a cracked screen and water damage. The screen had lines and would black out, making the laptop unusable. When I took it to the Apple Store, I was quoted $1,100 just to send it in for diagnosis, or $1,400 for a new laptop. I contacted two other repair shops, but they didn't handle Macs or water damage. Thankfully, I found San Francisco Bay Computer Services. They quoted me $467 for the repair, which included a screen with the Apple logo. I paid a 50% deposit, and they ordered the part, which arrived in just one day. I dropped off the laptop in the morning and picked it up the same day--fully repaired and working perfectly! They also provided a 30-day warranty on labor and assured me the parts have a manufacturer warranty. To top it off, I received a 20% discount on labor for my next visit (not that I hope to need it anytime soon!). Ed was responsive on the phone and texted me when laptop was ready for pickup. Their professionalism, efficiency, and fair pricing make them stand out. I highly recommend this business to anyone in need of computer repairs, especially for Macs!

David has been a phenomenal resource as I have embarked on building an Executive Coaching business…read more Lots of very positive energy, helpful suggestions and strategic framing on business development and marketing. I highly recommend David for support in framing out a new business idea and ensuring that you are focusing on the right things at the start. Five stars all the way!

I called David today, after going through a rough patch yesterday when my small business was…read moretemporarily banned from Mailchimp. I realized it was time for some outside assistance. I can't rely 100% on my own limited experience. David Mitroff (the man in the picture) was extremely generous with his time over the phone. I told him abt a potentially risky sales contract I was considering. He took at least 20 minutes to go over with me how I can mitigate that risk and what I should do to prepare for negotiation. He did not have to do that. But he wanted to make sure I didn't get scr3w3d over. He didn't want to see me fail. For that reason, Piedmont Avenue will be the first place I come to once I'm ready for a deeper strategic conversation and more hands-on assistance. Will update once I have more to say. Thanks David!

I wanted to share some positive feedback regarding our experience with John and Tak. Both were…read moreprofessional and patient. We have been working with them for over 10 years, and it is wonderful to see that they are still providing the same high level of service with the same dedicated team.

John Nashed and Tak Fujigiwa at SFO MARKETING are talented and amazing designers, with a sharp eye…read morefor aesthetics. This is critical quality in our line of work. Our previous website was barebones and needed to pop, and SFO MARKETING turn it around with a beautiful layout and graphics. Both John Nashed and Tak Fujigiwa are very responsive to our requests and we have gotten compliments from customers about it. We looked at the analytics of our website and see increased browsing time from potential customers. That translates to conversions, which is what we all want. We're so lucky to have used John Nashed and Tak Fujigiwa services!

These folks turned around a full-color foamboard sign with complex imagery in 24 hours for a very…read morereasonable price. Plus they're local. 10/10 will use again. Very easy. Very effective.

very efficient, good work, but know your printing terminology or you will get a sjock when the bill…read morecomes. lesson: apparently in the printing business unbound does not mean do not apply binding, it means if you upload a file called program book that has pages 1 - 8 unbound means you get two sheets paper flat, yes, unbound, but not folded, as you might expect with a file called program book. so know that, as they will not guide you in any way, assume and you won't get a $300 surprise. BOTTOM LINE: when you get the estimate, call and ask them to explain EXACTLY what everything means to eliminate ambiguity and confusion.

Yes to Laney Silverman and The Design Boutique for branding and graphic design!…read more I hired Laney to help me with a branding refresh for my print collateral (business cards, stationery, client-facing work stuff). I told Laney what I was looking for and she turned it around and asked me what I wanted to accomplish and convey with my brand. We worked through how my business is different and she pushed back when I wanted to drop an aspect of my branding that I thought was dated. Instead, she freshened it up and reminded me of its importance. I expected Laney to quickly rubber stamp my initial ideas. Instead, she created something to which I'm proud to ascribe my name. If you've read this far in my review, you should simply know that I will continue to work with Laney on other branding and marketing issues I've got.

Nothing short of excellence here with The Design Boutique. The in depth SEO, collaboration and…read moreaccountability offered is the best I've had the opportunity to experience after nearly 10 years in working in legal marketing. The team carefully listens, pays arduous attention to detail and they are proactive. Most importantly, they have integrity and are committed to delivering and measuring results. Thank you Laney, Ralph and Stephanie!

Andre from Alphagraphics helped me out in such a pinch!…read more I am so grateful and happy that I found them! Eddie :)

Truly the best print shop I've ever worked with. I am based on the East Coast and get faster…read moreservice with them than print shops local to me. I love their 15 mil PVC badges. Kana is amazing to work with. 10/10 recommend!!

Paul recently transferred an old VHS home record to a flash & did a great job! We took in the tape…read moremid morning & it was ready by 3pm the same day.

I have been on the hunt for spot near me to transfer my childhood home video from VHS to a digital…read morecopy. I have no idea what's on it or how long it was, but was able to work with Paul for $35 + $10 additional for a higher resolution. There was also another $8 fee for the digital copy. Not the cheapest option out there, but Paul was the most responsive through email. I dropped my VHS on a Friday and was able to receive an email on the digital copy the following Friday! The studio could be a little hard to find, but gave Paul a call when I was outside and he walked over to grab me. Appreciated that!

I had a great experience with the staff at Instant Insights!…read more Everyone is courteous and it was a pleasant overall time in the office. It was thankfully very easy to get in/up the elevator to the building, and it was secure enough that you could leave your bags in a room during the surveying. I would love to come back again for another survey to help these people and their clients out.

Both of my sons ( 10 and 14 year old) took part in a focus group to test out a new reading app…read more When we arrived we were greeted by a friendly employees who took us to a waiting room. The group started and finished on time as promised. The office interior is very pleasant and the location couldn't be better ( 1 minute from Powell Bart Station). Both of them had a great experience and earned some money for themselves! They would do it again in a second!

While I enjoy my Yelp friends and find the app to be a handy (if sometimes inaccurate) business…read moredirectory, I don't disagree with guys like Anthony Bourdain and Andrew Zimmern about the general uselessness of Yelp reviews. My problem isn't that my Yelp brothers and sisters are wrong; it's that when they dine out, they want different things than I do. I do not give a fvck about artistic displays of minimalist cuisine. I dine out for the food, not the 'gram. I also do not give a fvck about interior design, beyond expecting a comfortable chair, decent lighting, and low-to-moderate noise. And I very much do not give a fvck about the chef, unless a) they're a personal friend of mine; or b) they need to ask me a question about my order. Otherwise, I very much want them to stay their ass in the kitchen and cook my dinner. I differ with my Yelp brethren less frequently when those within ethnic or immigrant communities speak about their own foods, but even then, they're often biased by their upbringing or travels "home," so I have to filter for that. As in real life, I'm extremely picky about whose judgment I trust on Yelp, so I limit my Friends roster to those who seem to understand food and service. I'm always happy to discover a good writer, and especially, a well-traveled one. Mainly, I Yelp because I like to cook and eat, and I enjoy writing about those things. I'd abandon my account and start a food blog, except that I'm too lazy to do the supporting tech. So I give Yelp content, and they offer me a creative outlet on a decent-enough platform, one that requires minimal effort from me. Seems like a fair trade.

It's good until Yelpers Yelp Yelpers…read more Quit whining- it's a site of criticisms. Of others. Yelp on Yelp violence is hilarious. "My complaints are more valid than your complaints!!!" Okay bro. Settle down and slap it harder?

I referred Crystal and her company, Run Right Business Consulting to one of my 30+ year clients…read more She has done an amazing job, helping them focus and respond to the changing business landscape. I believe a referral to someone is paramount to one's own business, as it is for the person whom is receiving the expertise of the person being referred. Trust is what keeps a 30+ year client, and Crystal and her team made that on going relationship possible.

Are you a professional who wants to increase your profit? I have the solution for you in the form…read moreof Crystal Shanks of Run Right Consulting. Crystal is a numbers-driven CEO and Business Coach. Crystal brings 15 years of experience, sharp tech skills, and a talent for getting to the root of the problem and building systems that work. Crystal coaches businesses and executives to generate substantial revenues and maximize profit. Crystal has experience with law firms, real estate, doctors, insurance, restaurants & bars, coaches, and CPA's. If you need a coach who can help you get things to run right, think of Crystal Shanks of Run Right Consulting.