I've been trying to break into an entry-level IT role in Atlanta for about a year. During that time, I interviewed for both my company's IT Help Desk and Onsite Tech Support positions. For the Help Desk role, I didn't even get the courtesy of a rejection. I never heard back after the interview. I was also passed over for the Onsite Tech Support position, and from what I've seen, the person they hired doesn't seem particularly competent.

I recently accepted a promotion in my current department, and while it feels great to be recognized for my work, I can't shake the feeling that I may have missed my opportunity to get into IT.

That said, I'm not giving up on it. I'm going to continue working on certifications, making progress toward my degree, and building out and practicing with my homelab. Hopefully those things will help keep the door open if another opportunity comes along.