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With my new role starting soon, I’ve been doing everything I can to make sure I’m ready to hit the ground running.Even though the company is providing solid training, I want to show up feeling prepared, focused, and confident. Here’s How I’m Getting Ready: 🧠 Reviewing A+ material – Just brushing up on hardware, OS,…
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With a new job on the horizon, I’ve been reflecting on how far I’ve come—and how much my mindset has shifted along the way. When I first started pursuing a career in IT, I questioned everything.Was I too late?Was I smart enough?Could I really do this? But little by little—through study, setbacks, certifications, interviews, and…
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I haven’t even started my new IT role yet—my official start date is still about two weeks away—but already, I’m feeling something I hadn’t felt in a while: supported. From the initial conversations to the onboarding communication and expectations, this new team has already shown me that I’m not just being “hired”—I’m being welcomed. Why…
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It’s been a busy couple of weeks—but I’m thrilled to finally share that I’ve landed a new entry-level IT position with a company that offers exactly what I’ve been looking for: ✅ Structured training✅ Supportive team environment✅ Opportunities to grow and learn After a long search, interviews, setbacks, and a whole lot of studying, it…
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Growth in IT never stops—and lately, I’ve been focusing on two areas I know will make me a stronger tech professional: 🧠 Python – for scripting, automation, and long-term flexibility🐧 Linux – for systems knowledge, troubleshooting, and real-world experience Why These Two? 🔧 Python and Linux go hand in hand when it comes to automation,…
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Just because I’ve finished my degree and earned my CompTIA A+ doesn’t mean I’m done learning—in fact, I’m just getting started. Lately, I’ve been diving into Python programming to expand my skills and open up new opportunities in IT. Why Python? 🐍 It’s beginner-friendly but incredibly powerful🔁 Automates repetitive IT tasks and workflows🧠 Great foundation…
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Every step I’ve taken so far—earning my CompTIA A+, finishing my degree, landing my first tech job—has shown me just how much I love working hands-on with systems, hardware, and troubleshooting. Now, I’m ready to take that to the next level. 🛠️ My Next Goal: Earn CompTIA Network+ and get more advanced with real-world IT…
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One of the most important lessons I’ve learned on this journey is that it’s okay to change your mind. When I first started in IT, I had a very specific idea of the path I wanted to follow. But the more I’ve learned, the more experience I’ve gained, the more I’ve realized—it’s okay to pause…
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Sometimes when you’re focused on everything still left to do, it’s easy to forget how far you’ve already come. So today, I’m taking a moment to look back and remind myself that progress isn’t always loud or flashy—but it matters. In the Past Year, I’ve: ✅ Earned my CompTIA A+ certification✅ Graduated with my Bachelor’s…
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It’s easy to feel behind.To scroll through job listings or certification forums and think,“I’ll never catch up. I don’t know enough yet.” But here’s what I’ve learned—you probably know a lot more than you give yourself credit for. Stop and Think About It: That’s not just “trying”—that’s growing. We live in a field that moves…
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