PingSpike
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Originally posted by: MisterJackson
Run motherfvcker...RUN!!!!
This is good advice.
Originally posted by: MisterJackson
Run motherfvcker...RUN!!!!
Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: CVSiN
Originally posted by: rxtrom
I just need some quick advie on how to get into the IT industry. I am an accountant for a public firm. I decided that money is not everythig and want to do something I love to do. I figured I would start with my hobbies and see if it is possible to get a job doing one of them. I have a accounting degree, but nothing computer related. I am a big time hardware modder and know alot about O/S apps and databases such as access and sql, networking is nothing new to me either. My question is how does someone get into the IT field w/o a degee, who will give me a chance to prove myself? What do companies look for?
Just looking for some advice.
Thanks in advance.
BTW I live inbetween allentown and Philly, PA
Just in case someone knows of an opportunity.
Unless you like answering helpdesk calls at 15 dollars an hour.. run far away...
you have an accounting degree go make some real money.
if you're lucky
most i've seen lately have been offering about $10-12
Originally posted by: linkgoron
Errr I've always wondered, what does IT mean?
Originally posted by: PHiuR
Originally posted by: dquan97
I was also thinking about making the transition...currently working fulltime in accounting (making decent $) and part-time as IT director for my church. I figured that since I enjoy the IT side so much more, I should do it fulltime.
IT director for a church? What did you do, hook 2 computers up to the internet?
Originally posted by: dquan97
Originally posted by: PHiuR
Originally posted by: dquan97
I was also thinking about making the transition...currently working fulltime in accounting (making decent $) and part-time as IT director for my church. I figured that since I enjoy the IT side so much more, I should do it fulltime.
IT director for a church? What did you do, hook 2 computers up to the internet?
There are currently 5 desktops, 1 laptop, 1 server running Exchange and 2003 Server. In the next two months, we're upgrading to fiber and adding a couple desktops.
Originally posted by: Citrix
Originally posted by: y2kc
far be it from me to try to discourage anyone from chasing their dreams but... keep computing a hobby, trust me on this.
I agree, the only time i touch my PC at home anymore is when i am on call and have to get up at 3am because a stupid sql job failed or one of the crappy programs our developers wrote is hung on a record...
keep your hobby your hobby do not turn it into your job. The luster and excitement will wear off fast and you will hate your job and your hobby.
Originally posted by: tfinch2
Wow, everyone is bitter about IT now-a-days. Can't find a job, don't get paid enough. I guess it goes to prove it's not what you know it's who you know.
Originally posted by: tfinch2
Originally posted by: dquan97
Originally posted by: PHiuR
Originally posted by: dquan97
I was also thinking about making the transition...currently working fulltime in accounting (making decent $) and part-time as IT director for my church. I figured that since I enjoy the IT side so much more, I should do it fulltime.
IT director for a church? What did you do, hook 2 computers up to the internet?
There are currently 5 desktops, 1 laptop, 1 server running Exchange and 2003 Server. In the next two months, we're upgrading to fiber and adding a couple desktops.
...
And how does that require an IT director again?
Originally posted by: PingSpike
Originally posted by: pontifex
Originally posted by: CVSiN
Originally posted by: rxtrom
I just need some quick advie on how to get into the IT industry. I am an accountant for a public firm. I decided that money is not everythig and want to do something I love to do. I figured I would start with my hobbies and see if it is possible to get a job doing one of them. I have a accounting degree, but nothing computer related. I am a big time hardware modder and know alot about O/S apps and databases such as access and sql, networking is nothing new to me either. My question is how does someone get into the IT field w/o a degee, who will give me a chance to prove myself? What do companies look for?
Just looking for some advice.
Thanks in advance.
BTW I live inbetween allentown and Philly, PA
Just in case someone knows of an opportunity.
Unless you like answering helpdesk calls at 15 dollars an hour.. run far away...
you have an accounting degree go make some real money.
if you're lucky
most i've seen lately have been offering about $10-12
And then they complain about a "shortage of IT people".
Originally posted by: rxtrom
Thanks for all the input, although not what I was expecting.
Anyone have any good experiences in the IT field?
Originally posted by: leeland
Originally posted by: rxtrom
Thanks for all the input, although not what I was expecting.
Anyone have any good experiences in the IT field?
The thing is if you are good at any job there will always be work for you...regardless of the field.
I had a hard time when I graduated from school with a MIS degree getting a job that I liked. I basically took a job that gave me IT experience and then tried to get my hands into as much as possible.
Two years later I accepted a job just today for a DBA position...something that I am not totally qualified for but can certainly learn the trade and couldn't be more excited.
Along the way though i had really doubted my decisions with getting into IT...moral of the story in my opinion is if you want it bad enough stick it out and you will be rewarded...but don't expect stuff to drop in your lap...you have to put in the effort too
Originally posted by: DaiShan
haha when we signed with our newest client, the HR manager was relating that they'd been looking for IT staff for the past 6 months and they didn't get a single response for the job (which is why they hired us) the problem? Their description was something like "We need a tech to support in house users (213 mind you) maintain our web site and servers, and create custom applications based on our specifications" Apparently they think that you can just hire any "IT guy" off the street and he'll not only be proficient in end-user support, but also network administration, and web and application development as well. That's probably the cause of some of the problems we've had with them as well, they think that any one of my guys can do all of the jobs of the contract and get upset when they find this not to be the case.
Originally posted by: VoteQuimby
Wow I'm a little nervous now about my future in the IT field. I hope I don?t end up hating my job in the next 5 years. I lucked out and got an awesome job as an Oil & Gas companies IT admin. Before that I was working in a grocery store and going to college.
I'm currently 22 and still have another year before I get my bachelors in CIS. I've been with this company now for two years and in that time the company went from a 15 person operation to 55. We moved into a new building 6 months ago and are looking to move again because of our growth. The money is ok but when I get my bachelors I'm looking for a handsome raise.
I'd have to agree that certs don?t really mean anything unless your going for an entry level position. You need to start low and gain experience to get people?s attention.
BTW - what is a good way to check and see what kind of money people make in IT?
Edit-Doboji I hope you're right
Originally posted by: Doboji
Don't let these fools shake your conviction to go into IT... it takes work like any other field... most of these people complaining are still in the part of their career when they're still paying their dues. In a few short years the story changes completely.
I've been in the field in some manner or another for 8-10 years... I make six figure income, with aggressive bonuses, stock options, benefits... the works... my job is awesome... I love the work, I love the people I work with. I make my own hours... life is great.
My fiancee is a physician... and she says all the time how she wishes she had my job.
IT is a great rewarding career track... you just have to put the work in and pay your dues first.
-Max
Originally posted by: y2kc
Originally posted by: Doboji
Don't let these fools shake your conviction to go into IT... it takes work like any other field... most of these people complaining are still in the part of their career when they're still paying their dues. In a few short years the story changes completely.
I've been in the field in some manner or another for 8-10 years... I make six figure income, with aggressive bonuses, stock options, benefits... the works... my job is awesome... I love the work, I love the people I work with. I make my own hours... life is great.
My fiancee is a physician... and she says all the time how she wishes she had my job.
IT is a great rewarding career track... you just have to put the work in and pay your dues first.
-Max
lol, First of all. I'm not foolish enough to call people I don't know "fools". You sound like a commercial for Computer Learning Center..
The fact of the matter is IT is a business expense. god forbid your company decides it's time to trim the fat... my company just canned 20 people at your level last week. IT budgets are easy to trim. And in 8 - 10 years (the length of time and experience the OP will need according to you before it becomes rewarding) do you honestly think larger companies are going to be doing their own IT work? outsourcing\automation is real and it's happening at ALL levels of IT.
The OP has a degree in accounting. If he feels he made a mistake in his choice of career, fine, I can't argue with that but considering the way things are going right now in IT... his best bet is to not blindly pursue his passion.
As I said in my first post, far be it from me to discourage him from chasing his dream but he should consider all opinions and experiences before making his choice. The OP is an accountant, I suggest he do the math. So far it's 20/1 telling you to think long and hard before going into IT.