Colin Schmit
Microsoft recently announced changes to two of its most popular programs focused on the 100-level courses for MD and MS. The MD courses have really become the best place to get on-prem training for Windows and Server Microsoft IT pros. And the MS courses are dedicated on Microsoft 365 IT administration. Both of these tracks […] Read More: Important Changes to the MD-10x and MS-10x Microsoft Tracks
Colin Schmit
To get that next certification or block of knowledge under your belt, you’re going to need to study. And to study you need to carve out life’s most precious resource, time. Even with the best intentions, we often struggle to find the time to study consistently. How much thought have you put into analyzing your […] Read More: Finding Time to Study (Against All Odds)
Colin Schmit
IT certifications have existed for about three decades now. Most people have an opinion of them too. You might feel quite strongly about IT certifications. People either tolerate them, love them, or scorn them. Misconception 1: If you earn a certification, that means you’ll earn more money. Reality: Very few organizations will compensate differently purely […] Read More: The Four Biggest Misconceptions about IT Certifications
Colin Schmit
Twenty years ago, Cisco’s prestigious expert-level certification CCIE was once a common pursuit for those in the IT industry. But the industry and goals for its IT pros have changed over time, and the population of those looking to get their CCIE has diminished. We simply have more diverse needs than ever before. Yet, the […] Read More: How Getting the Cisco CCIE Got a Little Easier
Colin Schmit
In a competitive workforce landscape, it’s easy to get lost in the mix of LinkedIn searches and e-resumes. If you are interested in IT, there are many ways for you to stick out amongst the crowd. One of the best ways to stand out is by having a solid foundation of knowledge in routing and […] Read More: Expand your IT Career Options with CCNA
Colin Schmit
As a hiring manager for IT professionals, and a manager of IT instructors, I get an opportunity to see the choices individuals make when it comes to the certifications they pursue. Some certifications are highly impactful and help solidify the skills and work experience of an individual. Others put the individual out on a limb, […] Read More: Certifications to Consider for the Well-Rounded IT Professional
Colin Schmit
Author: Dan Young, CCIE, PMP and VP of Operations at StormWind Having a team or even an individual who can troubleshoot spectacularly is game changing. Persistent issues can be solved, acute outages can be mitigated, and life is better when you have confidence that if anything goes wrong, it can be fixed. With so many […] Read More: Training to Skill Up on Troubleshooting
Colin Schmit
Author: Dan Young, CCIE, PMP and VP of Operations at StormWind Pursuing any certification is good for you, personally and professionally. It gets you energized, reengaged, and arms you with a measure of knowledge. However, you likely want to get the most out of your effort, because your time is precious. And not getting a […] Read More: How to Investigate Relevant Certifications for You
Colin Schmit
Author: Dan Young, CCIE, PMP and VP of Operations at StormWind Managers spend a good deal of their time looking for methods to motivate and optimize their team. IT managers can accomplish both goals by offering certification pathways to their teams. There are certainly pros and cons of IT certifications. You certainly are already aware […] Read More: Certifications as a Tool for Your Team
Colin Schmit
IT certifications are tremendously powerful tools to measure skills possessed. They are equally useful for goal setting and measuring achievements. For certifications to make the maximum impact, they must align with current and future job roles. If you are in the NOC, having an A+ won’t go very far. If you are in the help […] Read More: Being Thoughtful About The Certifications You Pursue