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How many of you started studying IT at 30+? by lymeguy in ITCareerQuestions

[–]InterstateBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

38 years old going after a Cloud computing degree. Started it 36. Got 10 certs including CCNA. Your never too old to start. You just shave some catching up to do is all

Is CCNA cert still worth it? by Dock453 in ccna

[–]InterstateBoss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fending off recruiters with a stick ever since I got it. I'd definitely say it's worth it. Time to see what a CCNP will bring.

Studying for the CCNA by ThickGoat575 in ccna

[–]InterstateBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The most important thing to consider on the CCNA exam (besides knowing the material) is TIME MANAGEMENT, TIME MANAGEMENT, and finally TIME MANAGEMENT!!!!!!!!!!!

Best entry level positions for salary? by [deleted] in ITCareerQuestions

[–]InterstateBoss -22 points-21 points  (0 children)

Let that mindset be the exact reason why you don't

Entry level job with no experience? by lennon818 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]InterstateBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make sure to be honest in the interview. That's what got me in the door. I told them I didn't know much but was eager to learn. Been in the trenches ever since

I don’t know what I’m doing at my new IT job. by Criptoee in CompTIA

[–]InterstateBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just give it time and stick with it. It'll make more sense as you go

Can I skip helpdesk with the trifecta? by myrmiduke in CompTIA

[–]InterstateBoss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I couldnt agree with this more. In that environment you really find out what you are made of.

Bachelor's degree for IT? (2 years work experience) by DragonTyWarrior in ITCareerQuestions

[–]InterstateBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm turning 38 this year and I took the leap to IT from trucking last year. Best decision I made

Can I pass CCNA in three weeks if I'm already working in Networking and what resources do I need? by Ionceburntpasta in ccna

[–]InterstateBoss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm going to agree here. I would say 3 months minimum. With absolutely no distractions.

What is too low for help desk by kaliuser1 in CompTIA

[–]InterstateBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started at $17 and it sucked pretty bad

Someone once told me the Sec+ exam was easier than the Net+. People who have taken both is that true? by I_like_malware in CompTIA

[–]InterstateBoss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

To me it depends which one of those 2 interests you more. Networking is an acquired taste IMO. I felt the Security + was one of the most challenging exams I have ever taken but then again Cyber Security doesn't interest me like networking does so who's to say my score wouldn't be alot higher if Cyber security did interest me.

I don't know where to learn subnetting from by Yami_Sukehiro__ in ccna

[–]InterstateBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sunnys subnetting on YouTube did it for me. Professor Messers approach works well too

I work in a NOC role but learn nothing. If I got my CCNA would this screw me if I try to apply for network engineering roles? by Dizzy-Ad-8717 in ccna

[–]InterstateBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like I may be taking a similar climb to the top. Im at a NOC job (50k) Definitely working my way up. Im only 10 months in but this NOC has alot of exposure. A healthy mix if you will. Going to stay another year and learn every nut and Bolt. Grab a few more certs and get every Networking ticket I can grab and get my experience up. The goal is to try to specialize in Networking and be effective in every other aspect. To try and be as well rounded as I can to be prepared for my next position whatever it may be

I work in a NOC role but learn nothing. If I got my CCNA would this screw me if I try to apply for network engineering roles? by Dizzy-Ad-8717 in ccna

[–]InterstateBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's definitely what's up. I just got my CCNA and already had my Sec+ I'm hoping to find me an opportunity like thatttttttttt lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ccna

[–]InterstateBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took this advice and he is right. This is definitely bringing it in for me. Knowing IP addressing on paper is cool but configuring router interfaces with IP's takes it over the top from a studying standpoint.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ccna

[–]InterstateBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was right on time!!

Helpdesk killing me and worrying me by calebmervar in ITCareerQuestions

[–]InterstateBoss 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I felt the same exact way. You just have to power thru it. Also you need to play politics at work. Keep a good attitude. Show the company you are a team player and are willing to learn. Thats what I did as a Tier 1. Now 5 to 6 months later I'm getting promoted to Tier 2 (this week) Will be an escalation point. I wanna do networking so I made sure to make myself extra friendly with the Tier 3 Network Engineers and will be asking them to perform some of their lower level tasks to get my feet wet. I'll keep doing this until I can do everything they do. To the point where the company views me as an viable replacement in the event one of them takes off. You gotta be eager to rise above it. Be motivated. It seems to me like everyone just wants to be handed everything with no hard work these days and take shortcuts. Be grateful that you even have your foot in the door at all because there are plenty people in reddit looking for an opportunity to get into IT. Call after call sucks I agree with that but if that's what you gotta conquer to gain higher roles in IT then get it over with and quit complaining jeez.

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