You’ve done the work! You completed hours of coursework, passed your exams, and received your certification. Congratulations! Your next step is preparing for your first job interview in the Information Technology industry. Not all job interviews are created equally though, so we asked an expert in the field for some tips and best practices when interviewing for an IT position. Oswald Luraghi is a Master Practice Principle for Hitachi Vantara, a data storage systems […]
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7 Ways to Manage Shyness
True story – Once upon a time there was a very shy 14-year-old candy-striper who volunteered in a hospital gift shop. She was so shy that when anyone she didn’t know spoke to her, her face would get flushed with red and her hands would tremble. Working in the gift shop was easy for her […]
5 Ways Certifications Can Boost Your IT Career
Information technology (IT) is a dynamic industry and a great place to start building a vibrant, exciting, and long-lasting career. Since technology changes so quickly, there is a great need for a highly motivated workforce willing to keep up with the changes in the industry. If you’re looking to make a new start in your […]
7 Tips for the Perfect Job Interview
It’s easy to get bogged down worrying about all the things you could get wrong during a job interview. Here are some simple tips to help you stop worrying and start getting results from your job interviews.
Google: Your Ultimate Study Tool
Google is so pervasive that it is officially listed as a verb in the Oxford English Dictionary. The famous search engine has grown to be more than just that. With a collection of useful apps that can be used across devices, Google is now the perfect study tool. And even better, it is all free.
Tips for Conquering the Phone Interview
Preparing for a Phone Interview Usually when one gets ready for a job interview, an enthusiastic look in your eye and a polished professional look are first on your interview preparedness check list. A phone interview, however, requires a different sort of polish. You must relay your professionalism and enthusiasm, as well as all your […]
How to Plan for Career and Business Success (Part 1)
PUT SHY ASIDE WHEN ASKING YOUR EMPLOYER FOR AN IT CERTIFICATION
You are an IT professional. You love what you do and are happy with your current employer. However, you want to learn more and advance your career by continuing your education and earning a CompTIA certification. Unfortunately, education programs can be expensive and considering taking funds from your family budget to pay for it, well, […]
10 Things You Should Never Do In An Interview
Recently we discussed what you should do during an interview to enhance your chances of success. But just as important as what you should do is knowing what you should never do, unless you want to instantly destroy your chances of getting hired.
Six steps to cover letters that get results
So you’ve started planning your career, found the jobs you want, and collected a list of the hard and soft skills you need to achieve your goals. Finally, it’s time to start actually applying for positions.
