Posted in Random Thoughts

Unless you have been living under a rock in some remote jungle in the world for the last ten or twenty years you know how much the IT world has grown. And it continues to grow at such a rapid pace today that it is no wonder many people are choosing to take that path for their career in life. It seems to be one of the only jobs left with any real job security.

As much as the technology world has changed even in my lifetime, it is not through just yet. It is constantly changing and evolving. Which is why it is so important to continue your education in this field if you want to be able to stick it out for the long haul. Also with all of the competition in todays job market noone can afford to sit by while someone else with more skills takes their job from them.

It is very important to take advantage of any and all continuing education classes available. This keeps you on top of your game. If you are sharp in you area then you can rest assured that noone can take your spot.

Another way to add to your resume is to make sure that you have your Cisco certification. This lets employers know that you are different than the thousands of other IT guys out there today.

So for anyone who is really serious about advancing in this field they need to make sure they have the proper certifications to help them stand out in the crowd.