A+ or MCP

Hello Group
Have been following for awhile. I am considering going for either cert.
I know the important question is "what am I going to do with the cert?"
I think I want to start by working on the side for small businesses and
individuals. Where that leads I don't know. I have an A+ from 1998.
The track on the MCP closest to the A+ is Microsoft Certified Desktop
Support Technician (MCDST) on Windows XP

I could be wrong about the track, correct me if I am

I am seeking responses from qualified certified people who would like to
give their 2 ¢

Richard

Richard