Need some positive energy brehs, might have a game changer coming my way.
IT Certifications and Careers (Official Discussion Thread)
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3 weeks in brehs, I've been completely thrown in the water, but I'm surviving even if I ask tons and TONS of questions, I know in my heart I'm surviving so when it comes evaluation period, I know I can tell them I had no experience and was at the help desk in a matter of weeks
Recruiters are the worst man, they ghost you like its nothing.The last one I dealt with was absolutely pressing me for an entire day about applying for a job, I mean calling me every hour asking if I had this skill to put down and after I did so never heard from him again
Recruiters are the worst man, they ghost you like its nothing.The last one I dealt with was absolutely pressing me for an entire day about applying for a job, I mean calling me every hour asking if I had this skill to put down and after I did so never heard from him again
Silky Johnson
The Master Investbreh
Some additional things when dealing with recruiters:
- Never directly answer the question "What salary/rate you're looking for" (it's actually illegal to ask here in NY). Always reply with "market rate" or my favorite: "How much is the client allocating for this position?".
They will try to lowball you and take a bigger cut of your wages than they already do. Robert Half is notorious for this.
-Do not provide them with references prior to an interview or offer of employment.
If they are pressing your for references before they've submitted you for a position or before you have confirmed an interview, the chances are they will call them to pitch one of their services and have no intentions of finding you work.
-Don't play the meet and greet game.
When they call you and ask you to come to the office to discuss your resume, opportunities and meet with their account managers, they are wasting your time. Instead, suggest that you do a video conference. If they actually have something for and are not looking to appear like they're being productive by parading leads through the office, they will adjust to your terms since they want that commission.
-Don't let them fish. Talk specifics during the initial contact.
This is related to the previous point. In my experience, when a recruiter has an opportunity for you they will mention it specifically during the first call. They are looking to fill the role as soon as possible and won't mess around. When they say things like "I have a few things I'm working on that you may be a fit for" or "Do you have time to chat more about your background" that's code for they don't have anything for you and need to look busy for their boss. Don't be afraid to ask, "Can you share more about the opportunity you had in mind for me?" If they balk, end the call because they are wasting your time.
- Never directly answer the question "What salary/rate you're looking for" (it's actually illegal to ask here in NY). Always reply with "market rate" or my favorite: "How much is the client allocating for this position?".
They will try to lowball you and take a bigger cut of your wages than they already do. Robert Half is notorious for this.
-Do not provide them with references prior to an interview or offer of employment.
If they are pressing your for references before they've submitted you for a position or before you have confirmed an interview, the chances are they will call them to pitch one of their services and have no intentions of finding you work.
-Don't play the meet and greet game.
When they call you and ask you to come to the office to discuss your resume, opportunities and meet with their account managers, they are wasting your time. Instead, suggest that you do a video conference. If they actually have something for and are not looking to appear like they're being productive by parading leads through the office, they will adjust to your terms since they want that commission.
-Don't let them fish. Talk specifics during the initial contact.
This is related to the previous point. In my experience, when a recruiter has an opportunity for you they will mention it specifically during the first call. They are looking to fill the role as soon as possible and won't mess around. When they say things like "I have a few things I'm working on that you may be a fit for" or "Do you have time to chat more about your background" that's code for they don't have anything for you and need to look busy for their boss. Don't be afraid to ask, "Can you share more about the opportunity you had in mind for me?" If they balk, end the call because they are wasting your time.
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colicolicoli
Droid Gang
Lol I swear I cannot get out of the "help desk" role. Every time I want to get out of help desk, I get a job offer for another high paying help desk job.
I'm now getting interviews for $65k-80k service desk/tech support engineer roles. It sounds like I'm complaining about a good thing but I've been trying to snag a Sys Admin position for a minute and the only ones I'm getting leads on start at $50k-60k.
Anyone ever took the better job title over better pay?
I'm now getting interviews for $65k-80k service desk/tech support engineer roles. It sounds like I'm complaining about a good thing but I've been trying to snag a Sys Admin position for a minute and the only ones I'm getting leads on start at $50k-60k.
Anyone ever took the better job title over better pay?
xXMASHERXx
Superstar
I would be wary of a Sys Admin position paying 50-60k a year unless it was in the middle of nowhere or they had some really good incentives to make up for the drop in pay. How much experience do you have and what types of certs?
Silky Johnson
The Master Investbreh
Hell no. I got kids and a title won't feed them.
I wouldn't emphasize the title so much. What's important is lining up the role/responsibilities with the salary.
Secure Da Bag
Veteran
African_brehda
Superstar
brehs, just graduated from college with an I.T degree this year and looking to gain my masters degree too. What is the best I.T masters degree to pursue? And if anyone knows anything about getting a scholarship as an international student too, im all ears.
xXMASHERXx
Superstar
Never heard of it but I personally would stay away from it just based on the infomation I heard in the videos. Sounds like its designed for people who are good with technology but have no real experience. I could be completely wrong in my thinking, just giving my opinion based off what I've seen and heard in the videos. If you do signup let us know how it goes.
Snoopy Loops
All Star
Anyone here with AWS certs? Studying for solutions architect and developer exams. Been working as software consultant for roughly 2 years. Tryna to see if I can join the 6 figures club.
no..job titles are nice on paper but I need that money
what is your endgame for getting a masters? why do you want to get one? That is the most important question. I have a MBA
African_brehda
Superstar
Simply put, a degree isn't worth much in the country I live in, while certs and a masters degree from an overseas country puts you ahead of the pack