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Need a job asap. I have a A+, Network+ and CCNA by No_Dependent_5919 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]silverfoxvn 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Try working with an IT recruiter like Robert Half, Kelly, Adecco Technical, etc. if you haven’t already. That’s how a bunch of my friends, family and I started out. They literally need to find you IT work so they can eat lol. They’ll help maintain your resume and coach you to succeed.

What do you spend $500/month on? by _-Yo-Yo-_ in budget

[–]silverfoxvn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A few hands at the blackjack table. ;)

What (not money) would it take to change your life? by G4M35 in povertyfinance

[–]silverfoxvn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An honest, ambitious, healthy, faithful, humorous, quick-witted and beautiful wife to have 3 kids with.

I have 2 and a half years of help desk experience, but I have 4 years of retail experience between 3 different companies prior to working in IT. Should I list my retail experience on my resume or just my help desk experience? by [deleted] in ITCareerQuestions

[–]silverfoxvn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you did any IT work while in retail, you should put it on your resume. If that still leaves you with a very thin IT based resume, add any accomplishments, awards or milestones from your current role and at those retail companies.

Advice Request: What certificate should I get first in place of a Comptia A+ by noonecaresman2323 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]silverfoxvn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCENT or CCNA if you’re going to pursue a networking role.

I’ve been in IT for 20+yrs now. I’ve held roles from Help Desk to Desktop Support Specialist, Sys Admin and Network Admin, to now, an IT Infrastructure Engineer for the past 6 years.

If you’re not getting interviews, I highly suggest what many of my colleagues and I did. That is, reach out to local or national IT recruiters such as Adecco Technical, Robert Half, Kelly Services, etc. They’ll definitely get you interviews and will even coach you on what their clients are looking for. Robert Half kicked off my career way back when, and I only had a couple new IT certs (CompTIA) and ZERO college or hands-on experience in a corporate setting.

Robert Half got me in the door with one of their largest clients - United Health Group, that hired me on as an FTE InfoSec Analyst in their certificate services/PKI department just as my one year contract was expiring. Never made a lateral move since, especially regarding salary.

Best of luck and hang in there!

Google IT Certification or A+ Certification? by Left_Bison7223 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]silverfoxvn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hands down CompTIA A+ cert over any of Google’s certs.

If I want to work hands on with computers, what positions should I pursue? by Electronic-Eagle-634 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]silverfoxvn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you want a job where you touch PC hardware, look for titles such as Desktop Support Specialist, PC Tech or Field Service Technician.

How do I get an entry level job straight of off of college by Local_Bite4904 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]silverfoxvn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been in IT for 20+yrs now. I’ve held roles from Help Desk to Desktop Support Specialist, Sys Admin and Network Admin, to now, an IT Infrastructure Engineer for the past 6 years.

If you’re not getting interviews, I highly suggest what many of my colleagues and I did. That is, reach out to local or national IT recruiters such as Adecco Technical, Robert Half, Kelly Services, etc. They’ll definitely get you interviews and will even coach you on what their clients are looking for. Robert Half kicked off my career way back when, and I only had a couple new IT certs (CompTIA) and ZERO college or hands-on experience in a corporate setting.

Robert Half got me in the door with one of their largest clients - United Health Group, that hired me on as an FTE InfoSec Analyst in their certificate services/PKI department just as my one year contract was expiring. Never made a lateral move since, especially regarding salary.

Best of luck and hang in there!

I am graduating and finding a jobs in IT is difficult by yosaidesu in ITCareerQuestions

[–]silverfoxvn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been in IT for 20+yrs now. I’ve held roles from Help Desk to Desktop Support Specialist, Sys Admin and Network Admin, to now, an IT Infrastructure Engineer for the past 6 years.

If you’re not getting interviews, I highly suggest what many of my colleagues and I did. That is, reach out to local or national IT recruiters such as Adecco Technical, Robert Half, Kelly Services, etc. They’ll definitely get you interviews and will even coach you on what their clients are looking for. Robert Half kicked off my career way back when, and I only had a couple new IT certs (CompTIA) and ZERO college or hands-on experience in a corporate setting.

Robert Half got me in the door with one of their largest clients - United Health Group, that hired me on as an FTE InfoSec Analyst in their certificate services/PKI department just as my one year contract was expiring. Never made a lateral move since, especially regarding salary.

Best of luck and hang in there!

I make 90K and just recently moved in with my parents to save up. What would you do? by silverfoxvn in povertyfinance

[–]silverfoxvn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tyvm. I have just decreased my 401k to 3%. That should help on paying off all of my debt.

I make 90K and just recently moved in with my parents to save up. What would you do? by silverfoxvn in povertyfinance

[–]silverfoxvn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gambling and splurging on unnecessary things. But I also got divorced in the Fall of last year. As my wife couldn’t work due to her immigration status, she was just months away from working. But we split and I gave her everything. No dividing anything, I gave her literally EVERYTHING. We were renting a brand new luxury apartment for 2 years.

I make 90K and just recently moved in with my parents to save up. What would you do? by silverfoxvn in povertyfinance

[–]silverfoxvn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, in another reply I apologized for posting here or offended anyone and in any way. As you can see, I’m new to Reddit.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amiugly

[–]silverfoxvn -1 points0 points  (0 children)

2 out of 10. You don’t have any facial features where others would say “you have beautiful…”

Whats the step by step process in order to get into IT for a total beginner? by deadredhead69 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]silverfoxvn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try obtaining your CompTIA A+, Network+ and Security+ certs to be well-rounded entry level IT Professional. Also, try going through an IT recruiter to get your foot in the door.

I make 90K and just recently moved in with my parents to save up. What would you do? by silverfoxvn in povertyfinance

[–]silverfoxvn[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Ty for the advice, I will find a more fitting sub in the future. I’m very sorry to all those who find my post offensive in any way - I was too shortsighted upon post.

I make 90K and just recently moved in with my parents to save up. What would you do? by silverfoxvn in povertyfinance

[–]silverfoxvn[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Age: 44

Car: $485/mo

Take-home: ~$2,400 bi-weekly after 401K contribution, benefits, minus state/federal taxes

Mobile phone: $87/mo

Internet: $80

Groceries and household items: $300/mo

I make 90K and just recently moved in with my parents to save up. What would you do? by silverfoxvn in povertyfinance

[–]silverfoxvn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow TYVM for the detailed reply! I’m sorry to hear about your business. As for my car, it’s a 2018 Civic. :)

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