A lot of people are asking me what is it like to work in IT field. I always tell them that if you are not the type of person who constantly yearns for new knowledge and interested in new technology, then maybe being in IT is not for you.
IT professionals are expected to be on their toes on latest technologies, attend trainings and seminars, learn new technical practices and put all these into action. Information technology is fast-paced so being left behind is not an option if you want to maintain a good career in IT. An IT professional who is updated and shares new acquired knowledge to benefit many people gets a well-deserved recognition and of course, well compensated.
Global Knowledge, in conjunction with TechRepublic, recently conducted a study involving IT professionals and the current job market. The results showed that Executive Management ranked the highest on Average Salary while Computer Support Specialist ranked the lowest. The report also showed that those who hold certifications receive higher salary than those without certifications proving that continued learning yields more career satisfaction. The results also showed that age and experience counts so do not be surprised to see young project managers who strive to be the best at their fields.
Polls like this help us understand the latest trends in IT and can be used as a guide if you want to go a step higher on the career ladder. As I have said at the beginning of this post, consistent learning is the key to a successful IT career. There are a lot of certifications worth achieving like MCSE training, CISCO and RHCE. It may be intimidating at first but it is all worth it.
IT is not about gadgets and computers. It is about evolution of one simple knowledge to a more complex information and I am sure I do not want to miss this.
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