Dude I'm making $48k as desktop support with 4 years of experience. The fact that he's making between $60-70k with just 1 year of help desk support with a CCNA is motivating af. Great insights man!
Yeah dude your market price should be $50K - $60K, also the place were your doing desktop support makes a difference. IT in general has so much affect in the work place environment, like the whole place will burn down with guys like us. So you should be valued more my guy.
48k isn't bad but it also depends on the region and company you work for. Desktop Support usually leads to into a Jr. Systems Administrator role. It is possible to skip Desktop Support but depends on your background and experience. Network Admin guys generally start off at rye Help Desk and then move into to Network Support before becoming a Jr. Network Administrator.
Well I'm jus starting my IT journey. Was studying for my A+ but a tech guy saw me and told me to get my CCNA which I have been studying for and I like what I'm learning main goal to work overseas
@@h0tj0hn I started by getting a book from barnes and noble about printer repair, got a job fixing printers and copiers and transitioned into IT. They had me just checking printing and scanning and doing installs at first, then I got to do server installs and slowly working toward doing admin work with them. Five years later I have IT experience!
I'm about to take my CCENT exam, a few months ago I had no idea what a network admin was your videos are quite literally the reason why I am currently doing what I am doing so thanks!
I work as a NOC engineer for a goverment contractor, and i am currently making about 70k a year. I did not know anyone within the organization. I has very little experience in IT, mostly troubleshooting IoT devices. I got myself real cisco hardware, and it help alot. During my job search, i got 5 job offers, and they all asked of i has any real experience with cisco hardware. Im glad i bought real gear. What helped me the most was my confidence and my excitement to learn new technologies.
@@aliamr7188 Nah, it's not needed but having cert's is a huge plus but you can write CCNP in your resume and they will ask CCNP questions to make sure you know what you doing, cert is not necessary just overall knowledge level
I am a current Jr. Network Admin, took me about a year. Got my CCNA R/S December of last year. Transitioned from Help Desk. I make about 60-70k in Memphis, TN as Dec 10.
Currently learning networking right now and Chuck is asking all the questions I have in my head lol this is such a great video. As always, stellar content!
I just want to say that listing your certification studies are in progress really makes a difference and so does being honest and saying I don't know. I've had several interviews but haven't been able to accept jobs due to my school schedule and I'm trying to take advantage of being able to go thru with Cisco course work first.
The talk about applying to jobs that you do not feel you qualify for was awesome. Also, the hand gestures advice, talk to yourself and show passion really gave me hope. Thanks!
Very good insight guys, enjoying these videos. Getting out of the military in less than two years with CCNA, some experience and a degree. Can't wait for that next step.
My experience was I got a job with a Cisco partner after I got my CCNA. If you're hungry and want to learn quickly go this route. You will learn so much faster getting exposed to multiple networks over getting a corporate job where you get to know a single network.
It's super cool that you and your brother both have career's in I.T. I once had an eight hour interview for a network technician position - they had used this third party software that assesses your qualities based on a questionnaire you take prior to the interview, and then during the interview they evaluate your strong-points by asking you questions about what you would do in various situations. I'm happy to say that I got offered the job after but damn was it a process! On another note, who is that guy in the background? Is he worthy of a NetworkChuck interview?
im taking the google it coursera course, the whole 6 courses, i hope i gain more knowledge and get my ccna in 1 yr from now, study much ; thanks for the video
I Am currently a IT Helpdesk Technician, and our System Admin recently resigned, I am currently studding for my ccna as well as exchange server, to make the transition.
@@sq-easyshop9593 Its validity is decent because the basic knowledge in the networking topics it covers but taught from a Cisco point of view. It like a Network+ certification but not vendor neutral cause you also learn about basic configuration of Cisco network devices (routers and switches). Basic knowledge of network infrastructure learned from studying for the CCNA should help some people who desire to become network engineers, admins, etc. in their career. The test topics have been updated to cover more topics like QoS, network programmability and so on.
chuck i really like to watch you because you have really touched alot of questions i had going on in my minds. this interview with your brother is great and it has motivated me that i can do it
I’m currently studying for my A+ and CCNA. A lot of companies turned their nose at me for lower wage positions, and I ended up applying for a position as a NOC technician. The recruiter for that position gave them my application, but suggested giving my resume to another company to look at for a support analyst role. They wanted to schedule an interview immediately, and the next morning I woke up early to hop on a zoom call. I went into work afterwards, and when I got on break got a call from my recruiter saying they’d offered me the position. I get to do a little bit of everything in this role, from hardware replacement to user management to device reimaging and boots on the ground network stuff. $50k a year, and all I had on my resume was “in progress”. That’s by far the best advice I could give someone. Tell them what you’re certified in and what you’re trying to get certified in.
I have nearly 7 years of IT Admin/Support/ Help Desk experience and am sitting for my CCNA 200-301 exam Early next month. I pray I get a job after I pass
I'm 58 years old, about to become unemployed and have been working as an IT and Security Officer for the last 30 years. I would like to get my CCNA, I just hope it's not too late. Thanks for the inspiration!!
The trick is to know HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT, Servers Switches and Routers. The rest of the way goes to Desk top support and usually doesn't involve a Network issue. 80 percent of the time is Layer 0
Junior system admin making around 60k..have my ccent ND working on CCNA ..got my current job from a former coworker worker who became a manager and he knew skillset I have...network is number one for me. You don't know everything but it helps to have a job where you can work and learn
It is not an easy endeavor but finding a job nowadays requires more of your communication skills and how you transmit what you know, even if you don't know it all, there are companies that won't even ask for Certifications but will test how good of a fast learner you are. Good Luck everyone
Thanks for the great info. I'm currently studying for CCNA and I'm looking for my first start in IT. I've never really considered using linkedin for my job search. I've got an account for the learning videos and I've just had a look on there for jobs, and it's great! My optimism is renewed, I'm now changing my CV and linkedin profile. Thanks a million. (LinkedIn should definitely pay you for this video!)
Hi just passed my CCNA route and switch today :) I am inspired by YOU Chuck, I started my journey towards networking engineering by getting inspired by your videos . I will put my CCNA certification on LinkedIn as you suggested.
As always, great interview with your brother. I was only distracted once no not with the dog but your dad having a drop of JD. It made me want to reach for the bottle as well heh!
I got my CCNA the weekend before I started a Field Engineer job (seasonal, 60 day contract), can't wait until I can start really interviewing for Network Admin/Engineer jobs-
If you aren't using LinkedIn make sure you do. I regularly get contacted by recruiters looking to fill network administrator/engineer positions. Make sure you add those recruiters to your contacts because you can always reach out again when you are actively looking too.
Got my CCENT IN 2018, couldn't find an entry-level job, got my CCNA December 2019, couldn't find an entry-level job, got my CompTIA Security+ 2 months ago, still can't find a job. I've applied to about 100 different places in Fort Worth, TX. I've also tried 2 temp agencies. Do I seriously need to get an A+, which is below what I have now, to be considered for an entry-level job? Wish I would've known in 2018 that going above expectations leads you to a dead end. This Job market is ridiculous. I've pretty much lost all motivation to finish my degree.
hey, youre in pretty much the same boat as me; I got my CCNA in july 2019, had an interview for a noc engineer job in september 2019(interview went good and I seriously thought I was gonna pull it off with no experience) but I didn’t get hired.. Had a tech support role interview in February right before Coronavirus hit and they never got back to me, it’s the same company I’m working at right now (not in an IT position though) and they pretty much stopped hiring for most departments when the pandemic hit. Now Ive been applying to other places like you but I can’t even get an interview..The CCNA is starting to seem very outdated too (or it’s losing it’s relevancy with automation taking over)and I’m like juggling security + and linux courses but yeah it’s pretty demotivating.. I really wish I would have been able to land the noc job 😑
@@Cris18Martinez Thanks for sharing that. Good luck on your job hunt. I wonder if another factor is the CCNA being hyped up for the last few years caused the job market to be diluted with CCNA certified applicants, lowering the demand. My community college professors kept telling us that the CCNA will open up a lot of doors for you but I think they and the curricum is years behind the industry. I just don't get it...what are employers actually basing most of their hiring decsions on for an entry level IT position these days..
Leeroy Jenkins yeah that might just be it.. I’ve seen people saying that the CCNA is not too indicative of what goes on in a real production environment, so experience is probably preferred by the employers especially if they noticed alot of ccna certified people having skills that weren’t up to par for their networks. I’m taking community college courses as well and am almost done with my degree but I doubt it’ll open much doors at this point..The comptia A+ would probably be better for an entry level position like you mentioned since it includes a variety of basic hardware and software skills so I might have to get myself one.. Even though I was really trying to stay away from the tech support stuff😒 I will say that alot of time it’s who you know that can land you the job; I unfortunately don’t have that.
I loved this video! My boyfriend is on this track and I love that he has your videos to get inspiration from! I must admit I love watching these videos even though I am in an unrelated work field! haha I would love to win in order to give him this prep in time for the holidays! Thanks Network Chuck!
Francine, I hope you end up getting it for him! Currently, I’m doing the course that he’s talking about in the video, it’s a really good course to be fair! I wish him well in his future 🙂
@@phabeondominguez5971 the course was really good 😊 The course's syllabus was enough for me to get my CCNA cert, which I got back in December. The course includes several videos on the topics that you need to know for the exam. Kevin Wallace is the teacher, and he's really good at explaining what you need to know. What's included is an "Exam day ready" score, based on the exams that you have taken on AlphaPrep.... Which gives you a good indication of when you are ready to take the exam.
HELP....Hey my bro in law lost his job for being to good. Then another dream job appeared and he was over qualified. My sister works low end jobs but not enough for mortgage and they have 2 kids. Is there anywhere you can mention to help him find a job CCNA related. Or a few you know.
Thank you for the video. I am regrettably going on 9years in i.t with only a net+ to show for it. Being a helpdesk/sys admin hybrid made me a lil jaded to staying in i.t but your videos have given me some new motivation. Maybe i.t aint so bad after all lol.
They must pay much higher in the states... My first noc job in UK was £25k and now I'm on £33k with 3 years experience. Got 4 years server/desktop experience as well. Our core network architects are probably on around 70k and they all have CCIE RS
This gets me so pumped to start my CCNA training tomorrow. I’m an AV tech and I can’t wait to accomplish it , any tips/advice would be greatly appreciated !
A guy I know is making 70k as a junior network admin at the hospital I work at. I’d be happy with 60k. Just enough for a reliable car and a down payment on a house. Currently make 40k as a desktop tech but would love to move up. Going to try to get a few 2960s and see where I land.
Big question. I'm wheelchair bound, do you think that will play a major part in being hired into the networking / tech field? I'm concerned about needed to get into some weird spaces physically to connect cables and switches etc?
@@A_Good_Boy. 1st..mm I'm not your bro. 😊. 2nd.... You might want to look into getting a life. You actually took time out of your day to make this comment when I just asked for help from someone other than 🫵🏿☣️
Nice video! I am going through a career change and this video has convinced me that I don’t need to bother getting a IT degree (i have a masters degree in a non-technical field). I’ll study hard to get those certs.
Oh, yeah, you don't need another degree. Having that masters is definitely going to help satisfy some of those weird (old) job requirements, but certs are where it's at!!!
I had a job interview where the interviewer randomly decided to drop a peace of a cable on the desk and asked me to tell him, what kind of cable that was I told him I wasn't familiar with that particular cable but also asked him if I could see the side, it was cat 7A with active endings cable. Then he told me he wasn't expecting the candidates to know the answer by looking at it but to be smart enough to look at the side. I got the job as an entry level NOC engineer.
Thanks for your videos. I got my CCENT in November 2018 and my CCNA in February 2019. I have interviewed for one job (2nd interview) unsuccessfully but it would have been a good step up. I'm at help desk currently. It's exciting to be out looking for network engineer opportunities but easy to get frustrated. Thank you for your videos and for interview tips to help me get my next job!
I have a Bachelor's degree and 9 years helpdesk experience and now a CCNA so I feel like I'm totally getting the shaft. I try to show my enthusiasm in an interview but maybe it is not using my hands or coming off as less enthusiastic that is killing my chances. I've had several other unsuccessful interviews over the past few years too (before my CCNA).
Interview is about confidence. Last month I did 3 interviews, got all jobs . In the end I had to make excuses for 2 employers for why I changed my mind. It's about confidence and salary is about negotiating. I never sell myself short , I call figures dude it's up to them to make counter offers
@@thompsonthomas7842 thanks. I got a job at a SOC in 2020 and life is much better since! Lol. I agree, it's all about confidence. And I don't think my interviewing was that bad, but I just didn't have experience in networking at the time.
Dude I'm making $48k as desktop support with 4 years of experience. The fact that he's making between $60-70k with just 1 year of help desk support with a CCNA is motivating af. Great insights man!
Yeah dude your market price should be $50K - $60K, also the place were your doing desktop support makes a difference. IT in general has so much affect in the work place environment, like the whole place will burn down with guys like us. So you should be valued more my guy.
48k isn't bad but it also depends on the region and company you work for. Desktop Support usually leads to into a Jr. Systems Administrator role. It is possible to skip Desktop Support but depends on your background and experience. Network Admin guys generally start off at rye Help Desk and then move into to Network Support before becoming a Jr. Network Administrator.
Did you get your CCNA?
Where you at now man? You get that CCNA?
Well I'm jus starting my IT journey. Was studying for my A+ but a tech guy saw me and told me to get my CCNA which I have been studying for and I like what I'm learning main goal to work overseas
Experience > Certifications
Experience + Degree + Certs = Greatness
How do you get experience? Lol.
Experience and certs > Degrees
how does one get experience without experience
@@h0tj0hn I started by getting a book from barnes and noble about printer repair, got a job fixing printers and copiers and transitioned into IT. They had me just checking printing and scanning and doing installs at first, then I got to do server installs and slowly working toward doing admin work with them. Five years later I have IT experience!
@@1voice909 experience and degree > experience and certs
I'm about to take my CCENT exam, a few months ago I had no idea what a network admin was your videos are quite literally the reason why I am currently doing what I am doing so thanks!
Thomas Sabbagh how did the exam go let’s get an update of where you are now
Any update?
The dog snoring in the background is just hilarious
@1,000,000 Followers With 0 Video I agreed! It's distracting.....
YOOOOO SLEEPY MCGEEE IS ADORABLE
haha
The dog is in the foreground which makes it even funnier. lmao
its not relax
I work as a NOC engineer for a goverment contractor, and i am currently making about 70k a year. I did not know anyone within the organization. I has very little experience in IT, mostly troubleshooting IoT devices. I got myself real cisco hardware, and it help alot. During my job search, i got 5 job offers, and they all asked of i has any real experience with cisco hardware. Im glad i bought real gear.
What helped me the most was my confidence and my excitement to learn new technologies.
I just bought a few routers and switches.. i hope it helps me
@@tpfmike1976 what exact models for Y'ALL recommend? Looking at 3 routers and 3 switches... oNe
What cisco devices you guys bought?
I make 65k as a helpdesk support, I’m about to get my CCNA tho
Why? You're making more than the guy in this video.
Great info. I got my network admin job after getting a CCNP. In my area a CCNA was just not enough.
Do companies require a university degree or Certifications will be okay?
@@aliamr7188 Nah, it's not needed but having cert's is a huge plus but you can write CCNP in your resume and they will ask CCNP questions to make sure you know what you doing, cert is not necessary just overall knowledge level
mahn!! its true when they say surround yourself with like minded people... i enjoy such conversations
Great video! This came on time, as I have a Network Admin interview tomorrow for my current job.
Hey how did the interview go ?
So did you get the job ?
How’d that interview go? Did you land the job?!
I am a current Jr. Network Admin, took me about a year. Got my CCNA R/S December of last year. Transitioned from Help Desk. I make about 60-70k in Memphis, TN as Dec 10.
Hey Trevor I’m from Memphis also I’m currently doing some self study for my CCNA any advise or tips would be appreciated. Get back with me. Thanks
Trevor, Congrats. Is the Networking position what you expected to be? I am currently going through the process of obtaining my ICND2.
@@rayjordan7183 how much experience do you have?
@@AskMrSilva I love it!!
I currently have have 5 yrs experience in the IT field I have my A+ so I’m trying my hand in Networking
You and your videos inspired me to finally schedule my CCNA exam, i've been missing a bunch of oportunities. Thank you! Keep up the good work!
Your brother is a great example of what can be done if you really want it!
Currently learning networking right now and Chuck is asking all the questions I have in my head lol this is such a great video. As always, stellar content!
Y’all guys are an inspiration! It’s good to have an example to follow, keep doing what y’all do!
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I just want to say that listing your certification studies are in progress really makes a difference and so does being honest and saying I don't know. I've had several interviews but haven't been able to accept jobs due to my school schedule and I'm trying to take advantage of being able to go thru with Cisco course work first.
The talk about applying to jobs that you do not feel you qualify for was awesome. Also, the hand gestures advice, talk to yourself and show passion really gave me hope. Thanks!
I'm currently studying for my CCENT and currently work as a Systems Engineer. Appreciate the videos you put out. Very useful info as always.
Congrats on the new job. These kind of success stories really provide a motivation for me. Thanks guys!
Very good insight guys, enjoying these videos. Getting out of the military in less than two years with CCNA, some experience and a degree. Can't wait for that next step.
8:43 I am trying so hard to focus on cisco networking CCNA conversation thing but the dog is killing me with cuteness
Finally! I've been waiting for this video for awhile now. Congrats on your job Cameron!
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I really appreciate your videos. They are really helping me understand the path that I’m on. Studying for my CCNA now!
My experience was I got a job with a Cisco partner after I got my CCNA. If you're hungry and want to learn quickly go this route. You will learn so much faster getting exposed to multiple networks over getting a corporate job where you get to know a single network.
I am currently studying for my CCNA, and your videos are a lot of help. Thanks!
This is actually really decent information for those who are just starting out on the IT career path. Well done.
Still a student and an aspiring network engineer. Your videos are really informative thanks!
Perfect timing for this! Prepping for my exam this weekend and need to find work ASAP! :-)
It's super cool that you and your brother both have career's in I.T. I once had an eight hour interview for a network technician position - they had used this third party software that assesses your qualities based on a questionnaire you take prior to the interview, and then during the interview they evaluate your strong-points by asking you questions about what you would do in various situations. I'm happy to say that I got offered the job after but damn was it a process!
On another note, who is that guy in the background? Is he worthy of a NetworkChuck interview?
im taking the google it coursera course, the whole 6 courses, i hope i gain more knowledge and get my ccna in 1 yr from now, study much ; thanks for the video
I recently got a job as a net admin just with my ccent.
Yeah, provide some details... How much experience do you have in IT and what is your background?
First i leave everything in the hands of YHWH. 7 years of helpdesk in different places, general IT knowledge, and 3 years at verizon.
really? what city?
I Am currently a IT Helpdesk Technician, and our System Admin recently resigned, I am currently studding for my ccna as well as exchange server, to make the transition.
How long does a CCNA certificate last? Validity please
CCNA is good for 3 years
@@briancrawford9922 I mean its validity
@@sq-easyshop9593 Its validity is decent because the basic knowledge in the networking topics it covers but taught from a Cisco point of view. It like a Network+ certification but not vendor neutral cause you also learn about basic configuration of Cisco network devices (routers and switches). Basic knowledge of network infrastructure learned from studying for the CCNA should help some people who desire to become network engineers, admins, etc. in their career. The test topics have been updated to cover more topics like QoS, network programmability and so on.
Thanks for clarifying
Planning to take my CCNA in a few months. Your channel is awesome. Keep uploading guys. Motivated for 2019!!
Great video. And I like the fact that your brother is where I am in my certification path. I am currently studying for my ICND1
chuck i really like to watch you because you have really touched alot of questions i had going on in my minds. this interview with your brother is great and it has motivated me that i can do it
Congratulations 🎉🎊🎈
I’ve just finished my security + and will be starting my ccent soon
Wish me luck
Ad000121 good luck bro. Btw after year is there news?
Network Chuck is the biggest inspiration for me in pursuing IT!
The dog had me dying when i finally figured out the snoring wasn't just my headphones malfunctioning.
Hello Network Chuck, I'm still studying for my CCNA, really appreciate what you're doing.
I’m currently studying for my A+ and CCNA. A lot of companies turned their nose at me for lower wage positions, and I ended up applying for a position as a NOC technician. The recruiter for that position gave them my application, but suggested giving my resume to another company to look at for a support analyst role. They wanted to schedule an interview immediately, and the next morning I woke up early to hop on a zoom call. I went into work afterwards, and when I got on break got a call from my recruiter saying they’d offered me the position.
I get to do a little bit of everything in this role, from hardware replacement to user management to device reimaging and boots on the ground network stuff. $50k a year, and all I had on my resume was “in progress”.
That’s by far the best advice I could give someone. Tell them what you’re certified in and what you’re trying to get certified in.
I have nearly 7 years of IT Admin/Support/ Help Desk experience and am sitting for my CCNA 200-301 exam Early next month. I pray I get a job after I pass
Any updates bro?
Any update?
Great video Chuck! I'm always motivated watching you guys , I'm currently working on my CCNA certification. I'll be sure to update my resume!
Your intro always put me in such a good mood!
Love the bottle of hooch on the counter in the kitchen. Enjoying the tech help, BTW.
Do I hear the dog snoring...? LOL. I love this video. I retained a lot of information that can help me in my career path with IT. Thank you!
Damn I'm about to work my ass off for that CCNA. 60-70k a year would be a dream with just one year of helpdesk support.
Did you do it?
I'm 58 years old, about to become unemployed and have been working as an IT and Security Officer for the last 30 years. I would like to get my CCNA, I just hope it's not too late. Thanks for the inspiration!!
The trick is to know HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT, Servers Switches and Routers. The rest of the way goes to Desk top support and usually doesn't involve a Network issue. 80 percent of the time is Layer 0
Great video. I'm much older than Cameron, but super excited about the chance to change careers without having to go back to college.
I LOVE the snoring dog. So very cute. Also, he did have help. He had the home network :D
Junior system admin making around 60k..have my ccent ND working on CCNA ..got my current job from a former coworker worker who became a manager and he knew skillset I have...network is number one for me. You don't know everything but it helps to have a job where you can work and learn
Motivation I desperately needed. Thanks Fellas.
Great video, currently in this situation. Will definitely revise my resume!
Thank you soooo much for the links for training material, just became a suscriber to CBT Nuggets also...THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT, thank you Chuck!
Can you just tell how to get the first IT job with no prior experience?? Even if one wants to be at helpdesk position.
Dude, 4 ads in 12 min. That’s bananas
Hey Chuck! Thank you for these opportunities man, we're all on the edge of our seats waiting for the Bombal to drop tonight! Gbu!
It is not an easy endeavor but finding a job nowadays requires more of your communication skills and how you transmit what you know, even if you don't know it all, there are companies that won't even ask for Certifications but will test how good of a fast learner you are. Good Luck everyone
Thanks for the great info. I'm currently studying for CCNA and I'm looking for my first start in IT. I've never really considered using linkedin for my job search. I've got an account for the learning videos and I've just had a look on there for jobs, and it's great!
My optimism is renewed, I'm now changing my CV and linkedin profile.
Thanks a million. (LinkedIn should definitely pay you for this video!)
Hi just passed my CCNA route and switch today :) I am inspired by YOU Chuck, I started my journey towards networking engineering by getting inspired by your videos . I will put my CCNA certification on LinkedIn as you suggested.
Congratulations
Did you get a job with the certificate?
@@sabinaakter1446 I will start applying after ccna security
As always, great interview with your brother. I was only distracted once no not with the dog but your dad having a drop of JD. It made me want to reach for the bottle as well heh!
CCNA is very entry level these days. Expect regular IT or a Jnr network admin. CCNP is pretty much standard.
Great video! Will refer back to this video when I go for my first network job. CCENT current underway!
Hello! Currently studying my CCENT and and huge fan of your videos!
I got my CCNA the weekend before I started a Field Engineer job (seasonal, 60 day contract), can't wait until I can start really interviewing for Network Admin/Engineer jobs-
Passed my CCENT this week! On the road to my dream job
Really greatful for all the help and tips you provide to get CCNA Certified.
If you aren't using LinkedIn make sure you do. I regularly get contacted by recruiters looking to fill network administrator/engineer positions. Make sure you add those recruiters to your contacts because you can always reach out again when you are actively looking too.
just got my ccna 4 days ago and a recruiter contacted me through linkedIn, i just send them my resume, fingers crossed
How did it go?
Did you get the job?
???
Update?
Right now I am Juniper certified, but because of your videos I have a plan to prepare myself for CCNA, thanks :)
Got my CCENT IN 2018, couldn't find an entry-level job, got my CCNA December 2019, couldn't find an entry-level job, got my CompTIA Security+ 2 months ago, still can't find a job. I've applied to about 100 different places in Fort Worth, TX. I've also tried 2 temp agencies. Do I seriously need to get an A+, which is below what I have now, to be considered for an entry-level job? Wish I would've known in 2018 that going above expectations leads you to a dead end. This Job market is ridiculous. I've pretty much lost all motivation to finish my degree.
hey, youre in pretty much the same boat as me; I got my CCNA in july 2019, had an interview for a noc engineer job in september 2019(interview went good and I seriously thought I was gonna pull it off with no experience) but I didn’t get hired.. Had a tech support role interview in February right before Coronavirus hit and they never got back to me, it’s the same company I’m working at right now (not in an IT position though) and they pretty much stopped hiring for most departments when the pandemic hit. Now Ive been applying to other places like you but I can’t even get an interview..The CCNA is starting to seem very outdated too (or it’s losing it’s relevancy with automation taking over)and I’m like juggling security + and linux courses but yeah it’s pretty demotivating.. I really wish I would have been able to land the noc job 😑
@@Cris18Martinez Thanks for sharing that. Good luck on your job hunt. I wonder if another factor is the CCNA being hyped up for the last few years caused the job market to be diluted with CCNA certified applicants, lowering the demand. My community college professors kept telling us that the CCNA will open up a lot of doors for you but I think they and the curricum is years behind the industry. I just don't get it...what are employers actually basing most of their hiring decsions on for an entry level IT position these days..
Leeroy Jenkins yeah that might just be it.. I’ve seen people saying that the CCNA is not too indicative of what goes on in a real production environment, so experience is probably preferred by the employers especially if they noticed alot of ccna certified people having skills that weren’t up to par for their networks. I’m taking community college courses as well and am almost done with my degree but I doubt it’ll open much doors at this point..The comptia A+ would probably be better for an entry level position like you mentioned since it includes a variety of basic hardware and software skills so I might have to get myself one.. Even though I was really trying to stay away from the tech support stuff😒 I will say that alot of time it’s who you know that can land you the job; I unfortunately don’t have that.
Love the job advice! Working on my Ccent! ALMOST THERE!!!
Real talk!! This video is exactly what I was looking for.
I loved this video! My boyfriend is on this track and I love that he has your videos to get inspiration from! I must admit I love watching these videos even though I am in an unrelated work field! haha I would love to win in order to give him this prep in time for the holidays! Thanks Network Chuck!
Francine, I hope you end up getting it for him! Currently, I’m doing the course that he’s talking about in the video, it’s a really good course to be fair! I wish him well in his future 🙂
@@MrEnterainment Im sure he will appreciate the well wishes and I will definitely keep it in mind for a future gift! Thank you!
Sweat GF. I wish i had some one like you.
@@MrEnterainment 5 months later, how was the course? Final review of it? oNe
@@phabeondominguez5971 the course was really good 😊 The course's syllabus was enough for me to get my CCNA cert, which I got back in December. The course includes several videos on the topics that you need to know for the exam. Kevin Wallace is the teacher, and he's really good at explaining what you need to know. What's included is an "Exam day ready" score, based on the exams that you have taken on AlphaPrep.... Which gives you a good indication of when you are ready to take the exam.
Yet another great video! Thanks for helping so many people through this journey to success...you rock!
HELP....Hey my bro in law lost his job for being to good. Then another dream job appeared and he was over qualified. My sister works low end jobs but not enough for mortgage and they have 2 kids. Is there anywhere you can mention to help him find a job CCNA related. Or a few you know.
"The checkbox you check when you're not a robot"
And which one do you check when you are one?
Thank you Chuck, I am starting my CCNA journey and can't wait to see where it takes me
Hey man, where has it taken you two years later!?
Thank you for the video. I am regrettably going on 9years in i.t with only a net+ to show for it. Being a helpdesk/sys admin hybrid made me a lil jaded to staying in i.t but your videos have given me some new motivation. Maybe i.t aint so bad after all lol.
They must pay much higher in the states... My first noc job in UK was £25k and now I'm on £33k with 3 years experience. Got 4 years server/desktop experience as well. Our core network architects are probably on around 70k and they all have CCIE RS
This gets me so pumped to start my CCNA training tomorrow. I’m an AV tech and I can’t wait to accomplish it , any tips/advice would be greatly appreciated !
Congrats Cam on the new gig. Always get excited when I get the notification for new vids. Thx Network Chuck. #DropABombal
A guy I know is making 70k as a junior network admin at the hospital I work at. I’d be happy with 60k. Just enough for a reliable car and a down payment on a house. Currently make 40k as a desktop tech but would love to move up. Going to try to get a few 2960s and see where I land.
Knowledge from the experts.. @NetworkChuck videos motivate me to study/learn/explorexplore.
The encapsulation joke got me 😂 I’m glad I could relate to that 😊
Big question. I'm wheelchair bound, do you think that will play a major part in being hired into the networking / tech field? I'm concerned about needed to get into some weird spaces physically to connect cables and switches etc?
Bro the video is 5 years old
Google your problem sir
@@A_Good_Boy. 1st..mm I'm not your bro. 😊. 2nd.... You might want to look into getting a life. You actually took time out of your day to make this comment when I just asked for help from someone other than 🫵🏿☣️
Nice video! I am going through a career change and this video has convinced me that I don’t need to bother getting a IT degree (i have a masters degree in a non-technical field). I’ll study hard to get those certs.
Oh, yeah, you don't need another degree. Having that masters is definitely going to help satisfy some of those weird (old) job requirements, but certs are where it's at!!!
I had a job interview where the interviewer randomly decided to drop a peace of a cable on the desk and asked me to tell him, what kind of cable that was
I told him I wasn't familiar with that particular cable but also asked him if I could see the side, it was cat 7A with active endings cable.
Then he told me he wasn't expecting the candidates to know the answer by looking at it but to be smart enough to look at the side. I got the job as an entry level NOC engineer.
Thanks for your videos. I got my CCENT in November 2018 and my CCNA in February 2019. I have interviewed for one job (2nd interview) unsuccessfully but it would have been a good step up. I'm at help desk currently. It's exciting to be out looking for network engineer opportunities but easy to get frustrated. Thank you for your videos and for interview tips to help me get my next job!
I have a Bachelor's degree and 9 years helpdesk experience and now a CCNA so I feel like I'm totally getting the shaft. I try to show my enthusiasm in an interview but maybe it is not using my hands or coming off as less enthusiastic that is killing my chances. I've had several other unsuccessful interviews over the past few years too (before my CCNA).
Interview is about confidence. Last month I did 3 interviews, got all jobs . In the end I had to make excuses for 2 employers for why I changed my mind.
It's about confidence and salary is about negotiating.
I never sell myself short , I call figures dude it's up to them to make counter offers
@@thompsonthomas7842 thanks. I got a job at a SOC in 2020 and life is much better since! Lol. I agree, it's all about confidence. And I don't think my interviewing was that bad, but I just didn't have experience in networking at the time.
Love the passion on this channel - it's inspiring
Love the content and the pug in equal parts!
Hey Chuck, I love your videos, thanks for the work you put into them!
Great video as always, just discovered your channel the other day and it has tons of useful info!
Hey NetChuck. Wish you and your brother a great Christmas and a cool New Year!
Hi Network Chuck ! Thanks for coming up with giveaways !!!
My biggest issue is that I want to get into IT, so from day 1 I have to make 50k or more to justify leaving my current non IT job.
Can a person with no experience at all get a job after CCNA?
yes you can.. it will be hard but not impossible
Wish all the best for me as I have a CCNA exam at the end of December this year.
Great Video!! Currently studying for the ICND1, and this advice is great