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12 things that will get you hired in IT
We're all searching for that holy grail of IT jobs, where you'll be paid well, do interesting work and feel challenged. NetworkWorld has a fantastic article on the 12 IT skills employers can't say no to. From machine learning and wireless security to general networking knowledge and application mobilization skills, you'd do well to pay attention to these growing demands and prepare yourself for future success. Maybe the employment picture for programmers isn't as bad as many people have made it out to be.
What skills do DLS readers look for when hiring an IT pro, and what skills have served you well in your career?
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Peter said 4:38PM on 7-18-2007
I would say the biggest thing is to remember it's no longer just about the technology, it's about the business. Companies no longer buy and use tech just because it's cool or new. They use it to help the business and gain an advantage.
As an IT worker you always have to remember that no one except you cares about the underlying technology, they only care about how it can make their job easier or faster. Your prime objective is really to make sure everyone else can keep working to the best of their ability. If that involves new technologies, so be it, but if not, then just keep the old stuff running smoothly.
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Peter said 4:46PM on 7-18-2007
I would say the biggest thing is to remember it's no longer just about the technology, it's about the business. Companies no longer buy and use tech just because it's cool or new. They use it to help the business and gain an advantage.
As an IT worker you always have to remember that no one except you cares about the underlying technology, they only care about how it can make their job easier or faster. Your prime objective is really to make sure everyone else can keep working to the best of their ability. If that involves new technologies, so be it, but if not, then just keep the old stuff running smoothly.
If you can show an employer you understand how IT fits into the larger business, and you're not just someone who can read an Ethernet packet or install a server, you'll be much more valuable.
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