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| Hi Guys
Before taking CCNA exam i was very excited and i was dreaming to get a some kind of job right away but things has been changed now.look around if u find a word CCNA they want tones of experience,atleast its happening in my case i didnt recieve a single response to prove my skiils.so can anybody tell me how to land at entry level position.i already started studying novell.
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| First of all, don't get frustrated. Even though the media says that there are literally tons of IT jobs out there, it is not that easy to land one.
You are facing the problem that many people who try to enter the IT field encounter after completing a particular certification path and not having any actually real-world, hands-on experience.
You are going to have to be aggressive. You are going to not just have to mail/e-mail your resumes, but also follow-up. Call them or visit their offices, but be prepared because some places will pull you in for an interview on the spot. Get familiar with the company's personal(Human Resources as well as Tech department).
Let them know who you are and what you can contribute to their organization. Market your enthusiasm and williness to learn. Sell your certification after you have sold yourself.
One important thing to remember is to not look for or expect a big salary just because you have a CCNA. Check out some smaller IT shops. I don't know where you are located, but public school systems are always looking for technicians. Also check out local universities and trade schools.
One last thing to take into consideration, try applying for jobs that you are not fully qualified for. Even though you may not have all the qualifications that they are looking for, they may be willing to take somone in to train. You might have a lower salary than that what was advertised (i.e. the posting says $50,000, but they offer $35,000 because of lack of experience).
Good luck:-)
[This message has been edited by Bobby Digital (edited 08-17-2000).]
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| True. As my Dad used to say, I could not care less about the 99 people who slam a door in my face. If they are too dumb to not give me a job, then I probably do not want to work with/for them either! I only care about the one that says yes, because that is the only positive and constructive thing to do. Keep your chin up and go get that job!
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| Hi
Thanks Bobby isnt nice to have u in this fourm.i live in L.A and i am willing to move anywhere and one thing i dont understand is "Real World Experience".i didnt passed the CCNA just reading the book i have done 4 smester in cisco networking academy it was a
real experience configuring and mointoring 2500 series routers, to me recruiters should look at this factor too.i didnt touch the high end routers but it doesnt mean that i cant work on them.my point is recruiters need to look at this issue they got to give us a chance sooner or later!!!!!!
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| True. True. Real world experience is what recruiters refer to as "having a job before applying with them".
I would strongly emphasize attending the Cisco Academy to add a little gloss to your CCNA. Use that as one of your selling points.
If you want try different areas(states) Check out this web site www.computerjobs.com. Also try www.techies.com
Good luck:-) | |
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| If you keep getting knocked back from jobs, remember what actors/actresses have to go through. There outlook is:
"It's not that I wasn't right for the role,
it's just that the role wasn't right for me" | |
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| Hi Skiv, I am currently preparing for the Cisco Acad Sem 1 test & was wondering if you had any past testpapers/tips etc to help in my preparation.Any help will be much appreciated.pmc2k@hotmail.com |
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