Let’s talk about the ugly side of IT — the stuff nobody mentions in those “How to Get Into Tech” videos.

In this clip from Debt Free in IT, I break down the real challenges that come with building a tech career — from entry-level struggles to toxic environments and job hopping just to grow.

💀 What I Wish Would Change in IT:
• The struggle to get that first job — even “entry-level” requires experience.
• The politics and gatekeeping that hold people back from learning and growing.
• Having to leave a job just to get a real raise or promotion.
• Outsourcing and layoffs that hit even the most skilled workers.

This is the real talk nobody gives you — not to scare you off, but to help you navigate smarter.

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