Are You Smart Enough to Work in I.T.? What does it take to work in Information Technology?

[@XanderPetty]

I've hired people with zero computer knowledge or skills and molded them into IT professional​s. I just need someone who's actually willing to learn and has good communication skills.

[@Itcareerquestions]

I would much rather hire someone who is moldable and willing to learn/wants to learn and has a passion for it than someone who lacks all of that.

[@earlem9771]

What if I don't know that I have a passion for it? I have the other traits but I wasn't a super computer geek my whole life

[@daniellee8162]

Street smarts is universal

[@edgecombe74]

If only other IT managers had the same attitude.

[@Fabian-ze5hi]

Hello sir,I'm 16 years old..When I turn 18 will you hire me? :D

[@ThePeacemaker123]

"Being smart and being dumb is something that's really just all in your head"

[@YeshuaIsTheTruth]

😂 I see what you did there

[@verdman54]

The question they should be asking themselves is " am I disciplined enough to work in IT"

[@Itcareerquestions]

That's a good call.

[@jakemiles1427]

I want to get into this field, I even have an associate degree in electronics-computer technology but I honestly don't think I'm smart enough to get into I.T.. I feel that most people understand things a lot faster than I do

[@rafaelcamargourango5082]

This.

[@chupul0889]

Yes i dont need to be good at math thats all i want to hear

[@Fabian-ze5hi]

Renzocarlo Frilles Same bro :D

[@hinds90]

Lol same. Starting my IT adventure this summer at my local community college

[@Sowavey]

@@hinds90 how is it?

[@hinds90]

@@Sowavey lol I went another path for now. I'm a combo pipe welder but I.T. is still something I want to get into in the future when I get a little older.

[@joshuau.]

😂👍

[@darrelldorsey3119]

I just want to say thank you man. I just turned 30 and I thought I wanted to do nursing . Until I realized I’m good with computers and technology. This really saved my life starting my IT journey in 30 days

[@masma4871]

i have a bachelors in biology and working as a phlebotomist. Planning on getting into IT but i dont know where to start. any tips?

[@sublime_tv]

@@masma4871 I'm studying I.T. at university right now, but if you don't want to attend a traditional school you can look into comptia A+ or CISCO certificates.

[@jyshn.k7073]

@@sublime_tv I am going to do bachelor of IT from Australia but I have few doubts regarding the toughness of academic syllabus of bachelor's of information technology. Is it really tough to pursue this degree..

[@Eastern-Ivan]

@@masma4871tip number one is get a computer ;) btw how's it going?

[@shlomosilversteinberg5785]

You just need to be smart enough to be considered qualified. That means you'll probably need to show more of a willingness to adapt and learn more than anything.

[@Itcareerquestions]

Fake it till you make it.

[@raventhorX]

God I hate this saying. It's like telling someone to lie about shit that will possibly get them in trouble down the road. Also creates annoying ass co workers who think they know it all but damn well know they don't but are too stuck up to ask for help because of them faking it until they make it.

[@Kylemathews1]

@@raventhorX That's not what that saying means Raven.

[@raventhorX]

@@Kylemathews1 Sounds pretty clear cut to me.

[@MikeJohnCore]

studying for my A+ certification. Hopefully by the end of summer I'll have it.

[@Itcareerquestions]

You'll be fine! Keep on studying! Check out ITPro.TV their material is....A+ (PUN intended)

[@dbrowdie]

Mike John How hard is it to study and get A++ certified. I am studying at Pittsburgh Tecnical College right now. I am terrible at math. I have to take Pre Calc & Calc. Not looking forward to it. Hope you got certified since you said you were working on that.

[@dachopup8495]

How did you make out dude

[@danploehn]

Hey that’s great how’s your path going?

[@wolfferoni]

The are so many different types of intelligence it's really hard to answer whether or not someone needs to be smart. Most people think of academics when intelligence or smarts is talked about but a good balance is probably preferred, a good all-rounder. Someone might be academically smart and know everything, but have terrible social skills while others might be great with customers and teaching others but might not know everything. The most important thing is their willingness to learn. Everyone starts out knowing nothing but learn as they go, some clearly more dedicated to it than others. IT is also a really broad field. Most people in IT aren't going to know everything beyond their specific area

[@btp523]

I'm looking into getting into IT, my background is Healthcare and I would love learn more about the certifications for health systems

[@robmalcolm8042]

T P I am starting a program for low income residents called year up and I don't believe its necessarily the health systems but more than likely the certifications pertaining to what you will be working in with IT. Of course college degrees as well. But if your like me. Certifications will get you far if you get a bunch and learn alot of different languages (Microsoft, apple, systems, etc) Like basically whatever position you hold in a said health establishment whether help desk, cyber security, networks, administrator, etc. It can depend on which. Maybe if you want learn all. Lol I know I'm taking advantage of this program they provide a good couple of certifications for free (god willing I pass) usually they cost 2-300 each out your own pocket.

[@staymotivatedstaymoving6259]

did you eve make the switch? and if you did tell me about it

[@centurygothicc2400]

thank you so much! it helped me alot. im 17 yrs old and a senior high. pursuing to take IT in college. i hope i will love it!

[@dannyescamilla7497]

bro thanks so much this video just gave me confidence and was eye opening on the subject 👍🏻

[@Itcareerquestions]

For sure! I'm happy to help any way I can!

[@ittaster]

Good video Zak! I'd say working in I.T. is about having a keen interest in technology. It involves plenty of study and hard work! A willingness to learn and keep learning new skills is essential and to keep building and developing those skills. The good thing about I.T. is that there are plenty of different career paths to follow. Keep up the good work! Jon Ittaster Channel

[@Itcareerquestions]

Absolutely! Couldn't agree with you more sir! Sometimes I don't feel smart enough to work in I.T. Then I remember I work with Chris(PC-Addicts) and then I feel smart enough again.

[@melespiloy4514]

Thanks a lot man! You really made me think that I am going to study IT because I love technology but I'm not really good at math but you inspired me to take this course 😁 I really appreciate it man! 👍 You deserve a lots of subscribers🙌

[@MrArizonaTea]

So are you in IT now?

[@darkstarbrett]

I have not seen nor heard this video yet but thank you for it. I have some but not much computer knowledge. And am thinking of getting an MIS. Since my company will pay for it. I am much more confident now.

[@ZegotTV]

Thank you for this video it made me feel better about going to college and taking a Network Admin course next month. I don't have a huge background knowledge on networking and I'm nervous but very very determined to succeed.

[@fatboycrew6649]

hows it going

[@Godxrd]

how’d it go

[@ZegotTV]

@@Godxrd It's going very well, I finished my first year a couple months back and I am about to go back for my second year. I have learned a lot, but it took a lot of studying.

[@Eastern-Ivan]

Here is my take. You do have to be somewhat smart. You can learn everything by heart (good luck) but you need a logical mind. Sometimes you need to be like a detective, sometimes you have to be like a teacher, you need to document, you need to plan and execute, communicate, innovate, define processes, for sure learn English, etc etc... it depends on what level you want to work.

[@ariigalore5453]

Thank you ! I feel so much better . I have no experience, but always interested in technology and how it will adapt into the future.

[@ItsEllis113]

Your videos have a lot of encouraging pep talks. Thanks.

[@jred3806]

never was into computers but once i started watching these videos i got pretty inspired. Going to school for cyber security now

[@nixc71]

College or tech school

[@danploehn]

Hey how’s your progress going?

[@jred3806]

@@danploehn i ended up just getting a job designing trusses without having to go to school

[@rm55555]

The fact that you don't need to be smart to work in IT can present challenges within the industry. If you want to be an electrician, you usually need 3-4 years training and be smart enough to pass multiple theory & practical tests, yet in contrast it is possible to enter the IT industry with no formal training, qualifications or experience. Because of this, good communication is key because you will be dealing with all sorts of people, from muppets to geniuses.

[@JJFlores197]

To add to that: one may be working with muppets pretending to to be geniuses.

[@seanrogers3389]

I think having a broad base of knowledge and being smart are two entirely separate things. In other words Intellect is not equal to knowledge by definition. Your definition of "smart" seems to be my definition of knowledge or understanding.

[@classicmwk]

Wow Zak! I'm kind of stunned, I've been watching your videos for the last few months and come to find out here that you live in the same small town of 16k people as me! At the start of the video, I was thinking that this really looks like Lowell Park, and then you said Dixon and I about spit out my coffee! What are the odds, dang.

[@Itcareerquestions]

That's crazy! This is down by page park by the boat ramp. You'll have to hit me up and grab some coffee some time.

[@classicmwk]

Excellent idea, sir. My name is Matt and I'll contact you through facebook.

[@Itcareerquestions]

+classicmwk sounds good! Im sure we hsve friends in common

[@Itcareerquestions]

Just saw your other message. I just sent you a message on Facebook from my personal account.

[@Iceman93x]

I'm getting my associates in IT in my community college, but I want to get into either network or system administration. I want to change my major to transfer to a 4 year university for informatics (bachelors basically IT With management courses and a lot of programming basics) but my it classes don't transfer. I'd need to change my major to software development; which currently is not available. Should I get my associates and try to work while going to my 4 year university, or wait it out and change my major? I'm having a ton of trouble making this decision and it's nerve wracking.

[@shlomosilversteinberg5785]

In my experience, I'm seeing people with associate degrees and one or two certifications being on the same level as just someone with a bachelors degree. Use the money you saved by going to community college to pay for two or three certifications.

[@Itcareerquestions]

What they said.

[@Godxrd]

How’d it go?

[@Kevpimp5]

I have a chance to get into IT. I will only have my initial pay matched but first I must take a 3$ an hour paycut for 2 months during training. I have a BS in CmpEng but have been a master chef for 8 years since graduating. My pay is near maxed now but IT would open that up later. Its not quite my degree field but closer. What a pickle.

[@tman040496tb]

I have my first IT interview tomorrow and I have some serious imposter syndrome. Coming from working in a factory to being almost done with college, and applying for my first IT jobs doesn’t seem real.

[@flatbedtruckergaming2974]

Wow I’d heard you say you were in IL in another video(s) but I grew up in Franklin Grove

[@Itcareerquestions]

Haha, that's awesome, small world!

[@naikz187war4]

We have the passion are motivated and are open to learning always.Technology is now , Technology is the future , Technology is everchanging.The hardest part is breaking into the field.Someone needs to give someone a chance.

[@kevinm9797]

WoW this video really made my day thank you so much this helped me so much

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Kevin M no problem! Glad to help!!

[@memomad1000]

Very motivating Pep talk, thank you..!!!!!

[@Beatreminder]

soo nice motivational video as well the shooting place is soo superb

[@Itcareerquestions]

Thank you very much! I thought I'd switch things up a bit for this video.

[@zdog34whatnow]

i fell in love with IT after seeing how much calculus was required in a computer science degree

[@stephanydiche3346]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO MR!

[@Itcareerquestions]

For sure

[@raven122199]

Thank you so much for this video. I really needed this today.

[@missnaa6759]

Thanks for sharing

[@neo22501]

The higher the iq the, the more complicated jobs you will be able to do in any field. When people ask if you are good at math, what they really mean is are you able to solve problems because that’s what math is.

[@Conviction454]

I'm glad I watched this video. You did a great job at answering the question at hand. I've watched a few of your videos and they are definitely helping me with my journey through college and getting into the I.T field. I'm extremely self-critical about myself, yet I know there's still so much I can Learn about IT. Since i'll be graduating soon, you know i'll be looking for a job straight out of college. My plan is to pick up on a Help Desk role. I feel like i'm ready for a help desk role but there are still some basics that I could freshen up on and like I said I have a strong desire to learn and increase my skillset. I've been looking into getting my Network+ and A+ certifications, on top of taking some of LinkedIns online courses. I've looked into windows 10 troubleshooting and Help Desk basics to help me prepare for life after college. It's definitely gonna be a long journey... but I CAN AND WILL GET THERE!

[@Khalikhalzit]

On a different note: I got into IT to try and appear smart ("doing a job that smart people do"), and it's been torture from the beginning.

[@jakemiles1427]

I want to get into this field, I even have an associate degree in electronics-computer technology but I honestly don't think I'm smart enough to get into I.T.. I feel that most people understand things a lot faster than I do

[@welllll...ok...]

Sounds like you are already half way there!

[@eliboyiii9617]

Dang ! thanks Man this is what I needed. I'm preparing for a certification. wish me Luck.

[@nikolainarciso3043]

mah dreams job tnx for the information now iam confident on taking this stem stand

[@fordfiveohh]

If you're 6 foot 5 and you never hit the weights , you won't be in the NBA . If you hit the gym like crazy and you aren't 6 5 ... You could.

[@pinstripecool34]

fordfiveohh good analogy

[@leohovsepian3426]

Highest math you need is probably Calc 1, and statistics based on the university you wanna go to

[@Fer-De-Lance]

Be a hard worker, be a harder worker and be a hard worker (just do not be dumb about it). And be willing to learn.

[@nasimkhatoon9864]

Thank you for this video! I want to get into cyber security. I’ve heard I need to start with A+ certification before I can take the security + and move towards CISP... ?

[@Itcareerquestions]

You're welcome. Nah, you might want to go more towards the NET+ before the SEC+.

[@nasimkhatoon9864]

I.T. Career Questions thank you for your response :)

[@I_Lemaire]

I am very dumb and I do not understand things easily. I am going to dedicate myself to learning the skills necessary to succeed in web development and IT. Please, Zack, say that I can make it. It won't be easy but say a prayer for me.

[@Itcareerquestions]

You can do it. 🙏

[@onth3hous3]

I would argue that knowing math will help greatly with problem solving skills

[@jimbase3850]

So the biggest thing I worry about is, I am really bad at spelling. Would that be something I could work around or should I just look for a different career? Thanks

[@jordanmichael4228]

Jim Base read a fckn book

[@adiljutt8164]

Hope you doing good.i am from pakistan one question.. how many years IT course takes??

[@azainboy1990]

Amazing video - Johnny

[@Journey2growth114]

Hey Zak!! I have just subscribed to you. I am a Felon( Marijuanna Related) and would like to get involved in IT. Does Being a Felon stop you from getting a Career in IT?

[@semperfi210]

Eric Smith a lot of companies do backgrounds and I can tell you in networking dealing with sensitive material requires a clearance but it wouldn’t stop me from getting into I.T.

[@MamaWhit87]

I'm late, but I was looking for this video.

[@lilrapstarr]

Don’t start it until you have enough experience. Get your feet wet with internships. I went in with no experience and got chewed up and spit out.

[@BradleyCTurner]

what was your experience with it?

[@lilrapstarr]

@@BradleyCTurner I received ComPTIA A+, then went on to get hired at a mom and pop computer technician place that is no longer in existence. I was told to learn on the job but it was very overwhelming to me. I couldnt fix computers fast enough for the job. I had no experience fixing computers so I spent most the time trying to google answers. It was horrible. I wish I did more internships so I could have learned more before I went out into the field. I ended up getting fired and I let the certificate expire. Havnt been a tech since and I am afraid to go back.

[@pancakewalrus99]

can you make a video about what you recommend to improve your posture and how to improve your eye sight and staying fit

[@pancakewalrus99]

i know theres stereotypes about IT people being fat. What are your thoughts on this topic?

[@martinsmith8154]

If you understand that putting the hammer down is going to make the tach and speed meters jump as your body get buried into the seat and your cheeks slide across your face to meet your ears, then your understanding of math is certainly adequate when you understand that hauling-butt makes the numbers bigger. Yep, that's it.

[@DeadbeatGamer]

no, you just need to be smart enough to get hired for I.T.

[@jmondragon2010]

big question, be or not to be, just to try to

[@yvvxn]

If you simply believe you can do it, you'll be fine.

[@Mr_Mackoy.]

thank you! 😁

[@pancakewalrus99]

As you say time and time again, Customer service.

[@yebelawumela9749]

Thk u so much sir.

[@MoAlnaseri]

I want work in Microsoft after graduated do u think to accept me or need more experience?

[@MoAlnaseri]

I am software development

[@musicaccount-v2d]

Internship is your best gateway .

[@MoAlnaseri]

how many years?

[@musicaccount-v2d]

That really isn't a easy answer. You are asking to work at a place that several folks also want to be at . You need to do your best in school and succeed. The most important thing you can do now in college is network. Make connections with those who work in Microsoft and can help you land that internship .

[@MoAlnaseri]

Oregon Jobs ok 👌

[@theinquisitor18]

You honest to God don't even need to be good at math to be a programmer. Now, with that being said if you go into programming for NASA(or your countries equivalent) and/ or go into scientific or mathematics programming or certain levels of game development, absolutely, knowing high level math for programming is critical, but for general purpose, business, etc, you need problem solving skills, logical thinking skills. Absolutely, calculus will teach you this, but so will actually programming.

[@carsonjamesiv2512]

Great Motivational Video!!!

[@Itcareerquestions]

Thank you!

[@ddstutorials6048]

You need some basic investigation skills.

[@xrellikgr]

You do need a advance level of math knowledge for software development

[@PSYCLOWN185]

I fucking hate math.

[@gameclips3387]

you are the best