Why aim for CCNA or any I.T certification?

If you're an I.T person I'm assuming that you are already aware of the certifications what I'm talking about. Nowadays, you can't just go in the battle field of I.T workplace without being loaded of experience and skills + this title called certified xxxxxxxx. Now some may react, because they may know people who are not certified but had their success and on the top of their I.T career. That is correct. I knew some people too. But probably that's before and it would be an advantage if you have the skills and experience and you're carrying any of these certification. Especially at this point in time where I.T people are also over populated. We can't deny that we need to equip ourselves with these battle gears before going into the war.

If you tried to apply to big institution or company right now, you can see that certifications are included on the requirements they have. You need to have this and that etc. If you check jobstreet and other jobs portal online, certification on certain field are also included on the list of requirements. See, it would really give you an advantage if you got these titles. You will be prioritize on top of other applicants.

I remember before when I am still not CCNA. It's hard to get hired for the job I want or If there was an offer, salary was too low to grab the post. But after taking my CCNA and applying jobs again, percentage of interviews got high. Job offer coming left and right. Salary offer became higher. There was a time when I' have multiple scheduled interviews on the same day. And to cut the long story short, I found a new job where I can use these skills and gain new experience plus my salary doubled from my previous job. Thanks to God!

If you just starting out, my advise is to focus on the skills and experience you'll get on the job or role not on the salary. Well that might be a bonus points. But first, you need to horn your skills and gain enough exposure and experience before you can land to a good high paying position. Then take certifications along the way. That will boost your career and qualifications. That could cost money and time investments upfront but the rewards after are awesome. It will  pay more. Not only for salary but you will also earn respect and appreciation. From yourself and from other I.T people.

That's all for now. Godbless our career!