The writing’s on the wall. It may be time to find a new IT job when you see these signs… 1. You’re bored Some IT people never get here. If you do eventually get bored, it’s likely because you thirst for challenges and learning. I say good for you! Sometimes, whether you’re lucky or good, […]
If you’re like most IT people, you know that most of our peers in the business are- how do I say this- a little off-beat. Let’s celebrate some of the weird stuff that gets technology workers happy. You have a day without a malware outbreak or hardware failure Nothing went wrong. It’s a beautiful feeling, but this […]
There is nothing wrong with Desktop Support or Help Desk. Some I.T. folks, however, yearn to move from front lines to back office and become a Systems Administrator. I did it. You can, too. Here’s how: There are many reasons that you might want to become a Systems Administrator. Some do it for the money, […]
Desktop Support is an entry into the I.T. field for many, but it comes with challenges. As the leader of a user support team, there are things your can do, however, that will make your crew’s work (and therefore life) better and your end-users (customers) happier. Let’s face it: users are hard. Not only does […]
Here are some practical, use-it-today bits of advice that can start you on the road to being a more excellent I.T. Systems Administrator. No gimmicks- I promise. *Ok- it’s not 1 weird “tip”, it’s 5. This is not an ad by the way, I just wanted to see if that stupid but effective marketing tip […]
Nobody starts off not liking who they work with or for, but in I.T., it’s easy to become jaded. Avoiding these common pitfalls will keep you in their good graces and will make you happier at work. Most of the following advice really flows out of respect for the other person. Respect is a decision, […]
At a crossroads? Want to make to the move to Information Technology? You can, whether you’re fresh-faced from high school or a mid-career changer. Any career change is challenging, however, you will find that being smart, teachable, and clear on your strengths will help you transition to the world of tech. Strap yourself in- here […]
I’m here to provide help and guidance to people trying to navigate the IT field. What kind of information do you need? I want to help advance your IT career. I made the jump from, well, all kinds of work into IT. I love technology, people, writing, and guiding, so all of this seems to […]