Beautiful answer. I graduated from WGU back in 2016 and the IT world was a bit different, and kind of was the point where I think experience/aptitude to learn starting trumping education, whereas back in the early 2000's, they definitely wanted to see that degree. But honestly, it just depends on the hiring manager and his/her style and how they envision filling the position to be honest. That's definitely not something aspiring candidates want to hear, but it's more times than not the reality of it, but a degree does help, as it proves a candidate persevered through the rigors of said curriculum and if nothing more, took the initiative and achieved a feat that many quit or don't start. Keep doing your thing and appreciate you sharing!
@tehczavier Жыл бұрын
I had to pin this!! Thank you for the assist. You touched on some pretty important points that it even took me a while to learn. Thanks for your support and insight. I know it will be helpful to others.
@DittoBrando11 ай бұрын
I can only give you my anecdote. I dropped out of college in the height of the economic crash of 2008. I looked around seeing peers recently graduating not able to get a job with a degree even for entry level positions and had to go to the service industry to be a prospect for other jobs. I think now days you can get a helpdesk job on certs pretty easily, but the pay will be not great and it is sometimes miserable, but it feels like that is kind of the easiest foot in the door method to start getting more jobs. Just get in, and keep applying to other jobs to get out and something better as soon as you can. As far as WGU. I am finally getting started and doing some more research to finish my degree asap so I can keep moving on. As someone who has worked the past 15 years without a degree; in my experience. It does regularly hold you back from advancement and while you can have an impressive resume that is focused on experience and long employment retention. You can still get automatically filtered out by some hiring manager or HR simply because you dont have a Bachelors.
@vylxeras59537 ай бұрын
This is the exact reason I'm going to WGU in September. I have a ton of experience and a good position in IT, but I really want to eventually move up to IT management / director positions which just isn't likely without a formal degree.
@mikeangelo62897 ай бұрын
Do it I did same as you get your degree
@SouthernCyberCivilian Жыл бұрын
I love your honesty .. super refreshing!! I start sept 1
@tehczavier Жыл бұрын
Thank you, my friend. And congrats on your enrollment. What degree are you going for?
@Juss-pivot11 ай бұрын
Man, what a great video! I’m 36, and am now trying to get out of a dead end job and possibly move into IT. I relate with what you said, at toward the end about being someone who isn’t a coder or a cybersecurity enthusiast, I just love processes and frame work. I have a question, do you find your work fulfilling? And do you find yourself taking work home with you (mentally)? Im looking to start in IT possibly in a year, doing my research now for the best roadmap to stand out of the crowd
@tehczavier11 ай бұрын
I love what I do, but I wish I had more help doing it. My work-life balance sucks, and I'm really trying to get ahold of some balance.
@Vscounter2 ай бұрын
Have you started going to WGU yet?
@elijahmatthew52704 ай бұрын
You’re an inspiration
@tehczavier4 ай бұрын
Wow that means a lot. Thank you for your support. Good luck to you on your learning journey.
@gtumbeiro Жыл бұрын
ok so.... How did you earn your degree in less than 3 months!? not doubting you. I'm applying to WGU. i have an AA and multiple certs in Microsoft, AWS, VMware. just curious what to expect and how quickly i'll be able to earn a BS degree with what I already have. thanks
@tehczavier Жыл бұрын
I came into the program with an AA and 18 additional courses from Study.com and Sophia.org.
@petervong36987 ай бұрын
thank you for this video god bless you!
@tehczavier7 ай бұрын
Happy to help. Much success to you on your learning journey.
@hulk2406Ай бұрын
how hard is it to manage a full time job with wgu BS IT program?
@tehczavierАй бұрын
Not hard at all, IF you plan ahead and are realistic with your course completion goals. If you are experienced and comfortable with taking online courses that help, and if you aren't, then I recommend "practicing" by taking courses via Study.com and Sophia.org. Check out this video if you want to ease into WGU with low risk: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWScqmmGfsmqr80si=lnIM8bPi9roJhS9u
@artsoto54595 ай бұрын
Would it make sense to get an IT management degree with no IT experience? If I am not mistaken this degree has business administration as well? Any ideas?
@tehczavier5 ай бұрын
I would say yes. Especially because you get a nice overview of the fundamentals in key areas of IT such as data, security, operations, and networking.
@artsoto54595 ай бұрын
@@tehczavier I noticed this degree does not have any certifications , does this degree provide enough IT knowledge to get a job in IT? Or is it leaning more towards the business side. Thanks for engaging with your listeners.
@tehczavier5 ай бұрын
@artsoto5459 it is more aligned to the business side of IT. That said, there is a strong need for more business savvy folks in IT who can make good decisions and think strategically.
@TL-mm7ni25 күн бұрын
Is there a proctored exam after every competency assignment?
@tehczavier24 күн бұрын
No, not everyone. There are some objective assessments that are written or presentation assignments. Hope that answered your question.
@JacksonLloyd9523 ай бұрын
Great Stuff
@tehczavier3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@jx95209 ай бұрын
Preciate you
@tehczavier9 ай бұрын
I appreciate you, and your support of my channel and my journey. Best of luck to you my friend.
@didierkane8252 Жыл бұрын
Hello Zavier ! thank you so much for sharing your experiences, your story was for informative and beneficial to me. I had a question about my career journey, I feel as if you'd be an amazing resource to help get it answered. Do you have an email or something that we may be able to connect via ?
@tehczavier Жыл бұрын
You're welcome to connect with me on LinkedIn. Just look up Xavier Wharton and you should find me 🙂
@Michaelfranzla9 күн бұрын
I hear and see all over the place a Bachelor’s being a “minimum requirement” so much competition in these streets.
@tehczavier3 күн бұрын
For real! Unfortunately you have to play the game to get a job in this market.
@blockavelli9 ай бұрын
Thank you very much bro. Your videos helped me a lot just finished my ITM degree in six months. Your videos was a great motivator.
@tehczavier9 ай бұрын
I'm honored to hear that bro. Congrats! That is a huge accomplishment and one that you can be proud of.
@DoseofSafety Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your journey. If you were hiring a team to work for you, would you weigh having a degree higher than having experience?
@tehczavier Жыл бұрын
That's a great question. I'd give them equal value. So if I didn't have the education process, the recruitment and selection process could turn out poorly. However without experience working with IT employees, it would be difficult making a decision about which candidate to move forward with.
@lk-tl7fy Жыл бұрын
As a person who has been in IT, and done everything in IT, they just want to see you making the effort, and then having the degree is key. I am currently Senior IT Security Analyst, I was first doing Cyber Security WGU degree, but I feel like IT Management is the direction I want to go as I want to move up the chain of command, and this will assist me in doing so.
@tehczavier Жыл бұрын
Definitely. It's great to be able to understand management and personnel development.
@unknownman10355 ай бұрын
@@tehczavier do you think me getting this degree can get me a position in become an IT business analyst?
@unknownman10355 ай бұрын
No experience
@chautmpham1269 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Keep up the great work Zavier!!
@tehczavier Жыл бұрын
Thank you Chau. I appreciate the support.
@plaidchuck11 ай бұрын
My benchmark is if it cant get you past help desk to start with it’s probably not worth it. Tier 1 is basically call center work anyone can do
@tehczavier11 ай бұрын
Yeah, I understand, but sometimes, starting at Tier 1 with a manager mindset can help you solve problems, build relationships, and be a launching pad to a tier 2/3 role. Wishing you the best.
@shawntussey49414 ай бұрын
WOW. this is such a great video. I have been working in IT for over 13 years now. Im planning on getting my IT Management degree as well. I have been trying to get into management but not having a degree has been holding me back
@tehczavier3 ай бұрын
I'm glad that you found value with this video.
@livingmoneypolitics8 ай бұрын
whats your set up for shooting videos? Mic ? Camera? Lighting? Software? Thanks
@tehczavier6 ай бұрын
Camera: Logitech Brio Software: OBS Microphone: Blue Yeti
@JamieCosta-w9n3 ай бұрын
Thank you for creating this video
@tehczavier2 ай бұрын
You're welcome.
@Kabanle11 ай бұрын
Where I can contact you brotha about consulting
@tehczavier10 ай бұрын
Hi my friend. At the moment, I do not offer consultative services. I have a long way to go myself and wouldn't want to give any bad advice due to a lack of experience. However, if you want to connect with me on LinkedIn l, I am available there. Just look up Xavier Wharton.
@kjkjordan3976 ай бұрын
Thanks and Congratulations 🎉
@tehczavier6 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😃
@urbanbedouinchill3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@tehczavier3 ай бұрын
You're welcome. I'm happy to help.
@CODloverPS3boy Жыл бұрын
Hey Xavier! I’m transferring in 31 credits to WGU, how long do you think it would take to finish the IT management degree?
@tehczavier Жыл бұрын
It's hard to say especially when you factor in the time it takes to grade Performance Assessments (essays). That said, it's possible to complete it within 1 - 2 terms.