July 16, 2022

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This week on my show

How to change the guiding voice in Waze to your own (or Kim's!)

It doesn't matter if you're on foot or driving an old car — navigation apps will get you where you need to go. But there's more to it than that. Waze lets you change the voice directions to a man, woman, celebrity or dog. If that's not enough, you can use your own voice. We'll show you how.

Tap or click here to use your own voice with Waze. →

3 ways to find out if your smart TV was hacked (and how to protect it)

Smart devices are more than just helpful — they can also be fun. Almost any gadget can become smart. There are smart fridges, vacuums, TVs, toys and even dog doors. With all of this convenience comes a significant cybersecurity risk, though. Here are a few ways to discover if hackers broke into your smart TV.

Tap or click here for three ways to find hackers hiding in your smart TV. →

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IT scam alert, don't buy a BMW, browser tab trick

Scammers have a clever new way to get into your computer. Don’t fall for it. Plus, an easy way to rid your phone of all those open browser tabs, and what you didn’t notice about that already iconic space photo captured by the James Webb telescope. And find out about BMW's bold new move to get you to pay a lot of money each month.

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How YouTubers really make money

Ask someone young what they want to do when they grow up, and there's a good chance YouTuber is at the top of their list. The dream is creating cool videos and getting paid for it. Simple, right? It turns out, there's a lot more that goes into making money on YouTube than just filming.

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Kim answers your questions

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Best accounting software?

Is there ANYTHING I can use besides QuickBooks for my financials? The more I use QB, the more disgusted I become! HELP!

Sounds like you're drowning in spreadsheets. Don’t let QuickBooks slow you down, and stop paying for multiple systems that don’t give you the information you need when you need it. It’s time to upgrade to NetSuite by Oracle, the world’s No. 1 cloud business system.

NetSuite gives you visibility and control over your financials, HR, inventory, e-commerce and more — all in one place — instantaneously.

Want to check it out? Let NetSuite show you how they’ll benefit your business with a free product tour at NetSuite.com/Kim.

Will a VPN slow me down?

I have very slow internet speeds. I am hoping Elon gets a satellite up soon in my area. How does a VPN affect my download speed? Should I wait until I have faster service?

That's a great question, and you hope you get Starlink in your area soon! Some VPNs slow you down quite a bit. Not all of them, and certainly not my pick, ExpressVPN. It encrypts your data, keeps your online activity private and hides your location from prying eyes — all without sacrificing speed. That’s why I love it!

Want to see for yourself? Try ExpressVPN and get 3 months free when you sign up for a year at ExpressVPN.com/Kim.

Protecting my devices from malware

I use Windows Defender, but what about my phone? Is there a better solution for my computer, too?

My take? You can never be too safe. I prefer a total security suite. TotalAV, a sponsor of my national radio show, is easy to use and offers the best protection in the business. They’ve received the renowned VB100 award for detecting more than 99% of malware samples for the last three years in a row. Their AI-driven Web Shield browser extension blocks dangerous websites automatically, and their Junk Cleaner can help you quickly clear out your old files.

Get an annual plan of TotalAV Internet Security for only $19 at ProtectWithKim.com. That's over 85% off!

Protect your most important data the right way

You probably have thousands of photos on your phone eating up space, and you want to preserve those memories. IDrive is the perfect solution for backing up and protecting all your precious photos and videos. Use it to back up all your devices: PCs, Macs, servers, iPhones, Android phones and more. Sync everything to one account.

IDrive is like an insurance policy for your data. Plans start at less than $7 a month.

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Kim's weekly column & tech tip

7 secrets to growing your business quickly

I'm proud to say that I built my multimillion-dollar enterprise with no debt and no investors. I love giving back to my listeners who are just starting and looking for success. That's why I've created a helpful list of secrets to help grow your business quickly.

Tap or click here for tips for a successful business. →

List: 10 tech company customer service phone numbers plus a secret way to know wait times

Do you need to contact a Big Tech company but just can't find its customer service number? You're not alone. Tech companies have made it clear for years that they really don't want to speak to customers. But don't give up. We've gathered a list of customer service numbers for the top tech companies.

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