I finally broke into IT!
I've been a mad computer nerd and crazy overclocker since i was 14 but only decided to make a career out of it last summer. Since then I've earned my A+ and Network+ (sept and dec 10')thanks to some serious adherence and wonderful motivation from this community. This forum is so packed full of knowledge and has helped me set personal goals and helped paved the path I wish to follow. I want to thank all of those that post here with their questions and all those that post valuable enlightening replies as well. My girlfriend has called you guys my "e-family" for a while and I really feel that way as well.
I got an email back yesterday from this financial firm I interviewed with last week for one of two soon to be open Help Desk Technician positions. I just met with the president today and things are looking well for me. I start hopefully Friday or Monday. I'm a freshman college student and will be receiving this part time job that works well around my schedule. This was a craigslist posting too. So when I saw the stack of resumes during the interview I thought to myself that this was not worth it. Being due to the fierce competition in New York City. But I figured that if I tried and sold myself the best I could I would have just as equal of a chance as any other. During the first interview I showcased my goals and who I want to be, and honestly, they respected that very much. I discussed my motivation and my desire to learn as well. Also, I finally realized how effective a cover letter can truly be. As well as a nicely written thank you email.
By the way, this job is for a Large Financial Firm smack dab on Wall St. (hows that for breaking into IT?)
The success stories I read in these forums just motivate me more and more every day, and I am glad to finally be one of them.
Thanks Guys,
Cisco Inferno
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