Everyone says a call center job is how you break into IT. I spent a couple of months in one and I still don't count it as my first IT job here's why, plus how to tell whether a "help desk" posting is really a help desk or a call…
Think you need to know every command, tool, and troubleshooting fix before landing your first tech job? That’s the single biggest lie holding beginners back. In this video, we break down what entry-level IT (help desk, desktop support) actually looks like day-to-day, how knowledge bases and team support back you…
Before I got into IT, I worked in a call center doing tech support. Every call was timed. The time between calls was timed. Bathroom breaks were timed. That was my only reference point for what a job looked like so that's what I assumed IT would be. I was…
Is networking still worth learning in 2026? Short answer: yes but it's not the same job it was five years ago. AI isn't replacing network engineers. What it did was split the career into two paths: traditional shops where you're on the CLI every day, and modern shops where automation…
You passed the certification. So why isn't anybody calling you back? If you've got the cert, updated the resume, and you've been applying for weeks with nothing but silence — you're not doing anything wrong as a person. But something in your process is probably broken. A certification was never…
Same title. Totally different job. A network tech at a 50-person company and a network tech at a Fortune 500 can do completely different work for completely different money. The variable most people ignore: company size. Why it matters: Where you start shapes how fast you learn, what you get…
The CompTIA A+ has been the default first certification in IT for decades. But in 2026 it'll run you over $600 to get certified and I've got some thoughts on whether that still makes sense. In this episode I break down what the A+ actually is, who it's built for,…
You passed the certification, you're applying, and you're still not getting hired. Here's what's actually happening: the cert gets you the interview it doesn't get you the job. In this video I break down why an IT certification opens the door but doesn't walk you through it, what happens once…
You said you'd start applying once you finished the class. Then it was the cert. Then the second cert. That list never gets shorter and somebody with less on paper than you is getting hired right now. I got my first IT job by applying to anything with the word…
The daily tasks from three IT roles I actually worked — help desk, desktop support, and networking — and where AI would've made me faster in each one. Not a video about AI taking your job. A video about AI taking the worst parts of it. The 7 use cases:…
Two money habits I wish I locked in earlier in my career — one protects the money you're already making, the other builds your leverage for what's next. A personal story on how fast lifestyle creep can sneak up on you, plus why documenting your wins on the job matters…
The financial and career moves that build a real foundation early in an IT career — hard-earned hindsight on what to prioritize once you land that first job. The 7 moves: 1️⃣ Negotiate — even early on, always ask 2️⃣ Get your retirement match — free money from day one…
Understanding the hierarchy of tech roles is crucial for career navigation. Typically, foundational roles like Tech Admin or Analyst set the stage. From there, the path often progresses to Network Engineer, followed by Senior Network Engineer or Engineer levels (e.g., Engineer 2, Engineer 3). Advanced career stages can lead to…
The AI revolution is creating new avenues for professional development, evidenced by the proliferation of certifications from major tech players like CompTIA, Cisco, and Nvidia. Even companies like Anthropic are offering free resources to help individuals upskill in this critical area. For those with backgrounds in fields like networking, the…
If you're trying to break into IT with zero experience, the resume is where most people get stuck and it's usually not because they're unqualified, it's because they don't know how to frame what they've got. In this clip, I break down exactly how to build a resume that gets…
The journey to acquiring new skills or certifications often hits a wall during the study phase. It's easy to lose momentum unless you possess a genuine hunger and a deep appetite for the outcome. This drive is what keeps you committed when comfortable circumstances might otherwise lead you astray. Sustaining…
New Episode : How I Would Go from Minimum Wage to $40/hr in Tech If you're making $15/hr right now and want to know how to get to $40/hr or more in IT — this episode breaks down exactly how I would do it. We cover: The IT skills and…
New Episode : How I Would Go from Minimum Wage to $40/hr in Tech If you're making $15/hr right now and want to know how to get to $40/hr or more in IT — this episode breaks down exactly how I would do it. We cover: The IT skills and…
New Episode : How I Would Go from Minimum Wage to $40/hr in Tech If you're making $15/hr right now and want to know how to get to $40/hr or more in IT — this episode breaks down exactly how I would do it. We cover: The IT skills and…
If you're making $15/hr right now and want to know how to get to $40/hr or more in IT — this episode breaks down exactly how I would do it. We cover: ✅ The IT skills and certifications that actually get you to $40/hr ✅ How to study for a…
Is the CCNA still worth it in 2026? 🤔 I gave my full argument, tune in!!! Full episode out now: https://youtu.be/tw4v37HtV3I?si=GoBBq_0d9AwbzCHs #CCNA #ITCareer #DebtFreeInIT #CiscoNetworking #ITCertifications
Is the CCNA still worth it in 2026? I gave my full argument, tune in!!! Full episode out now: https://youtu.be/tw4v37HtV3I?si=GoBBq_0d9AwbzCHs #CCNA #ITCareer #DebtFreeInIT #CiscoNetworking #ITCertifications
The networking community has been debating this hard — especially with the new CCNA update dropping in February 2027. After covering the CCNA v2.0 update last episode, I kept seeing the same questions pop up: ❓ Is the CCNA still worth it? ❓ Will it actually get me a job?…
Cisco is updating the 200-301 to version 2.0 — and if you're studying right now, this video is for you. Why it matters: The CCNA is the most recognized entry-level networking cert in the industry. When it changes, you pay attention. What I cover: What actually changed in the exam…
