Empowering the Next Wave of Networkers from Cisco Live US

This year marks my 20th at Cisco Live US. Every year, I hear many stories of careers in networking. It’s wonderful and also overwhelming.
I was also challenged to get one video out this week.
So… Here’s my ramble from the heart. It’s for newbies as encouragement, and an homage to the many networkers I spoke with this week.
Everyone remains anonymous, although some of you might recognize your stories!
Also, Thank you to all of you I met this week who had such kind words. I truly appreciate it.
Also, if you're studying for CCNA - please subscribe! Next CCNA videos on Wednesday June 12th.

[@denis75459]

I live in a poor country and I cannot buy your books, but I dream of getting my CCNA. I have been studying through your videos. I'll come back here to say I succeeded. I am also a father, I want to provide good things to my little daughter and my wife.

[@networkupskill]

Nice to meet you online, Denis. Glad to have you here at the channel! There are many good free resources online, and I'll keep adding videos here. Also, if you haven't been there, check out Cisco's CCNA community at learningnetwork.cisco.com.

[@Gus_Leon]

Hi Wendell, Great to see you directly from Cisco Live. Love the stories you shared with us. I appreciate your supportive and encouraging words. Most importantly, thank you for your time and skipping Sir Elton John's concert to keep helping us all. Definitely you're the best. God bless you, Wendell. Enjoy the last day at Cisco Live and safe travel back home.

[@networkupskill]

Yeah, I was worn out Wednesday night of the show. But then all this was on my mind and heart. Thanks for the kind words, Gus!

[@Gus_Leon]

@@networkupskill I am sure you worked hard during Cisco Live. I feel that all you shared with us came from your heart. You're welcome, Wendell! Please get some rest and take care.

[@lennythaon9289]

Thank you Wendell for these amazing words of encouragement!

[@networkupskill]

Sure thing, Lenny!

[@KOSisNeeded]

I didn't get to catch up with you at Cisco Live. I have your books, and they helped me obtain a CCENT & CCNA. Thanks for your contributions, and keep up the hood work on your new KZbin ch

[@networkupskill]

Maybe next year at CiscoLive! You’re quite welcome - and thanks for the encouragement.

[@LearningCloudCuz-n]

Thanks so much for sharing and writing and teaching. These videos are a great accompaniment to the books especially for me as a non traditional learner. I'm 44 with absolutely no tech background whatsoever. I'm up to part 3, I'm inspired, I'm hard at work and just wanted to say thanks! 🙏🏿 Please keep that same energy Mr. Odom!

[@networkupskill]

Thanks for the comment! I'm thrilled that the videos are a help. You're the kind of person that I have in mind when I'm making them! Welcome to the channel. Drop a comment occasionally just to let me know how your study is going!

[@LearningCloudCuz-n]

@@networkupskill Will do!

[@alittax]

Thank you for all of your work Wendell! :)

[@networkupskill]

My pleasure!

[@CAFECOMIP]

Hi Wendell, I have been in this field for over 23 years and first grabbed one of your books in late 2001 (Cisco CCNA Exam #640-507 ). You have encouraged me to keep teaching people from South America, Africa and now Oceania. Keep going and one day I hope I will have a chance to thank you personally.

[@networkupskill]

Hi! Wow, sounds like a great journey - thanks for sharing a bit of it. I'll keep at it for a while. Definitely stop me to say hi should the opportunity arise one day!