Advice again please - Are there any 'professional' genealogists? - Genealogy Wise2024-03-29T15:15:02Zhttp://www.genealogywise.com/forum/topics/advice-again-please-are-there?commentId=3463583%3AComment%3A143870&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThanks everyone for your inpu…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2010-01-21:3463583:Comment:2224162010-01-21T13:47:55.428ZUrsula Ann Martinhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/UrsulaAnnMartin
Thanks everyone for your input. A lot of good ideas, still not sure what I'll do yet. I think I'll put an advert in the local paper and see if I get a response before I start making big plans....
Thanks everyone for your input. A lot of good ideas, still not sure what I'll do yet. I think I'll put an advert in the local paper and see if I get a response before I start making big plans.... It's a good idea, especially…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-09-15:3463583:Comment:1773662009-09-15T03:00:55.849ZUnknown Ancestorhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/UnknownAncestor
It's a good idea, especially if you can get them a "taste of honey" in Internet genealogy and move them into personal history (see our group on PH). It is cathartic, and has both physical and emotional benefits.<br />
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Keep the computer part simple, using free classes and research outlines and indexes on FamilySearch. Many free public libraries and free Family History Centers provide a similar service for novices -with free evening classes or Saturday workshops. Also, make sure they are organized…
It's a good idea, especially if you can get them a "taste of honey" in Internet genealogy and move them into personal history (see our group on PH). It is cathartic, and has both physical and emotional benefits.<br />
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Keep the computer part simple, using free classes and research outlines and indexes on FamilySearch. Many free public libraries and free Family History Centers provide a similar service for novices -with free evening classes or Saturday workshops. Also, make sure they are organized from the start (we have a group on that too), and that they follow basic research principles so they don't get into haphazard Net surfing and name gathering. At your local library they mi…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-09-14:3463583:Comment:1769402009-09-14T15:41:59.954ZHeather Wilkinson Rojohttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/HeatherWilkinsonRojo
At your local library they might have subscriptions to NEHGS or to ancestry.com, which also has some information and video classes for beginners, otherwise you'll have to pay a subscription. The LDS website (<a href="http://www.familysearch.org">www.familysearch.org</a>) has free information for beginners and some downloadable software, and free pedigree and family charts to print out. Also check out the links on cyndislist.com for how to get started. Most of our local libraries (in the Boston,…
At your local library they might have subscriptions to NEHGS or to ancestry.com, which also has some information and video classes for beginners, otherwise you'll have to pay a subscription. The LDS website (<a href="http://www.familysearch.org">www.familysearch.org</a>) has free information for beginners and some downloadable software, and free pedigree and family charts to print out. Also check out the links on cyndislist.com for how to get started. Most of our local libraries (in the Boston, Massachusetts area) have classes like this all set up for seniors and adults, and the classes start out with basic genealogy before moving into internet research. They need to start with oral histories and a basic understanding of "primary sources" before moving into the great unknown on the internet. Ursula: I attend two groups i…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-08-26:3463583:Comment:1510852009-08-26T22:07:30.305Zbruce butlerhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/brucebutler
Ursula: I attend two groups in Illinois, the Schaumburg Library sponsors one group, some sites are free through the library, Another group meets in the library the third Saturaday of the month. Each group has speakers which are very helpful.<br />
I suggest a new person start with the census and follow-up with LDS films to prove the census information. I have just ordered my 4th film from the LDS family history room. Thanks, Bruce, Seaweedman
Ursula: I attend two groups in Illinois, the Schaumburg Library sponsors one group, some sites are free through the library, Another group meets in the library the third Saturaday of the month. Each group has speakers which are very helpful.<br />
I suggest a new person start with the census and follow-up with LDS films to prove the census information. I have just ordered my 4th film from the LDS family history room. Thanks, Bruce, Seaweedman Go to the APG
http://www.apge…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-08-25:3463583:Comment:1503432009-08-25T23:35:39.408ZPaul Caverlyhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/PaulCaverly
Go to the APG<br />
<a href="http://www.apgen.org">http://www.apgen.org</a>
Go to the APG<br />
<a href="http://www.apgen.org">http://www.apgen.org</a> Hi Ron,
No worries :-) maybe…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-08-19:3463583:Comment:1438812009-08-19T23:23:05.763ZUrsula Ann Martinhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/UrsulaAnnMartin
Hi Ron,<br />
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No worries :-) maybe I didn't explain myself properly. I do have a good insight into genealogy but compared to some I'm still an amateur! All the DNA sites leaves me shaking my head in wonder!<br />
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Thanks for sharing your site, it's has really given me some good ideas...<br />
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Ursula
Hi Ron,<br />
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No worries :-) maybe I didn't explain myself properly. I do have a good insight into genealogy but compared to some I'm still an amateur! All the DNA sites leaves me shaking my head in wonder!<br />
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Thanks for sharing your site, it's has really given me some good ideas...<br />
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Ursula Sorry Ursula, I don't know fr…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-08-19:3463583:Comment:1438702009-08-19T23:10:30.634ZRon Fergusonhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/RonFerguson
Sorry Ursula, I don't know from where I got the idea that you were new to genealogy. Having looked back at the thread I can only suppose it was a feeling I picked up through the other correspondence, or more likely my head was in the clouds :-)
Sorry Ursula, I don't know from where I got the idea that you were new to genealogy. Having looked back at the thread I can only suppose it was a feeling I picked up through the other correspondence, or more likely my head was in the clouds :-) Hi Ron,
Thanks for the advic…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-08-19:3463583:Comment:1436902009-08-19T20:33:52.937ZUrsula Ann Martinhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/UrsulaAnnMartin
Hi Ron,<br />
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Thanks for the advice and your own site has given me a few ideas for a simple blog that I have. Thanks for sharing that.<br />
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I do have quite a good knowledge of genealogical resources. I've have been researching for about 12 years or so now. Not claiming that I know everything of course, especially todays with the ever changing internet sites and resources.<br />
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I am a subscribed member to Ancestry and CuriousFox to name but a few. I also use BMD and LDS etc etc ususally for cross…
Hi Ron,<br />
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Thanks for the advice and your own site has given me a few ideas for a simple blog that I have. Thanks for sharing that.<br />
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I do have quite a good knowledge of genealogical resources. I've have been researching for about 12 years or so now. Not claiming that I know everything of course, especially todays with the ever changing internet sites and resources.<br />
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I am a subscribed member to Ancestry and CuriousFox to name but a few. I also use BMD and LDS etc etc ususally for cross referencing.<br />
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I think I'll start of slow and explain to any potential customers that I would charge them fairly.<br />
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I set-up my Aunty on her genealogical road, from ordering and installing FTM and teaching her how to using it, to bookmarking sites such as BMD, Freecen, LDS, etc etc. She is now competant of researching for herself and loves it! I had to go round a few times to 'fix' her computer or printer etc etc but I didn't mind, just seeing her so excited was reward enough. Not bad as she'd NEVER used a computer before!<br />
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Thanks for all the advice, it's been very helpful and has given me a few ideas.<br />
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Ursula Ursula,
I am also from the U…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-08-19:3463583:Comment:1433822009-08-19T15:52:57.053ZRon Fergusonhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/RonFerguson
Ursula,<br />
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I am also from the UK and have been involved in genealogy and using computers for some 20+ years (yes, I'm an oldie!) and would certainly not consider myself a professional - even over here there are recommended courses and diplomas for those who wish to follow that route, although they are not mandatory.<br />
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The starting point for anyone are their own memories and information held by relatives and one needs to work back from there. Information on birth marriages and deaths up to the last…
Ursula,<br />
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I am also from the UK and have been involved in genealogy and using computers for some 20+ years (yes, I'm an oldie!) and would certainly not consider myself a professional - even over here there are recommended courses and diplomas for those who wish to follow that route, although they are not mandatory.<br />
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The starting point for anyone are their own memories and information held by relatives and one needs to work back from there. Information on birth marriages and deaths up to the last few years can be obtained from paid sites such as Amazon.co.uk or findmypast.com etc. but you really need to get back to the 1911 census before you can get anywhere. You have to pay for access to all censuses except for 1881. Vouchers can be bought for £5 - £6.<br />
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See my own site: <a href="http://www.fergys.co.uk/Links/genes.htm" target="_blank">http:</a><a href="http://www.fergys.co.uk/Links/genes.htm">www.fergys.co.uk/Links/genes.htm</a> for resources available.<br />
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Good luck Thanks for all the responses.…tag:www.genealogywise.com,2009-08-18:3463583:Comment:1423982009-08-18T23:54:09.237ZUrsula Ann Martinhttp://www.genealogywise.com/profile/UrsulaAnnMartin
Thanks for all the responses. Great help as usual. I've decided to go for the 'I can help you get started for a moderate fee' approach :-)<br />
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I have a broad range of computer knowledge - internet safety, free downloads such as Avg, firewall protection etc- I'm not an expert by any means but I think I could be helpful to novice's.<br />
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No, I don't intend to blind them with technology....at least not to start with but can get them 'up and running'.<br />
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I am a single parent with two children and although I…
Thanks for all the responses. Great help as usual. I've decided to go for the 'I can help you get started for a moderate fee' approach :-)<br />
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I have a broad range of computer knowledge - internet safety, free downloads such as Avg, firewall protection etc- I'm not an expert by any means but I think I could be helpful to novice's.<br />
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No, I don't intend to blind them with technology....at least not to start with but can get them 'up and running'.<br />
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I am a single parent with two children and although I work full-time as an Internet Cafe Manager I'm on minimum wage (I work for a non profit making charity), so money is always tight. I'm not going to charge these computer beginners anything for software which can be downloaded for free. If I can get open source software I will.<br />
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I would explain to them that I'm not a professional and will help out in any way possible. I won't charge per hour, I would simply negotiate a fee. If I weren't happy with my research results, I would charge accordingly. If I were really unhappy with my results I wouldn't probably charge anything anyway.<br />
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I would like to start of small and learn from the experience (I should imagine researching your own tree is a completely different learning curve than researching a strangers tree) and grow from that.<br />
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I'm not out to make loads of money - some would be nice of course - and I'm not our to fleece novice computer users either - just thought it would be nice to help someone on their way on the genealogy tree for a very minimal fee (whiich would also help me and the kids out) that's all.<br />
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Thanks for all the great responses. I do appreciate your time and expertise.....<br />
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Ursula