Watch This BEFORE Starting In Networking

[@claytonsmith6092]

Saying that someone would not look at you for having just a ccna is absurd. I got into a junior network engineer job with just my ccna. I have been in that position for a year and almost ready to take my ccnp encor. You will learn so much hands on when you get the position. If you have your ccna, apply and show that you want to learn and you will be just fine. Cheers

[@mandiblecalavera]

that makes you the exception to the rule

[@MegaMijit]

i was one of those people who (because of the military) had to speed thru my certification, then looked for a job in the civilian sector living in fear of being exposed for not knowing much. thankfully, they taught me most of what i didnt know on the job and were super patient. so dont be afraid to start before you're ready, if you land the job then you're ready and/or they'll teach you whatever you need to know.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

1000% correct!!! start messy and just be determined to learn and you will go far.

[@michaelmorano]

I don't know if Keith will ever see this but thank you for your videos and helping me pass my CCNA. I got a job immediately after getting it and it has literally changed the trajectory of my life. Amazing video. I'm still bummed my company no longer provides INE access.

[@wolffang209]

What other things did you have to land your job, I have my CCNA and I cant find any networking jobs that will take me. I have a security+ and network+ with some college certifications as well. What job did you get.

[@austinreeves5221]

Thats my goal. I know a bit as Ive been a cable guy and installed equipment and minmal programming I hope it will help me

[@Cutegirl-jr3co]

Hi how are you finding your job

[@Hey_Harish]

I only studied for CCNA years ago and didn't get the cert, but goin thru this path will definitely help me stand out of the rest! Am gonna try to work on to get those !

[@str8gamer964]

Getting my CCNA but I’m also seeing a lot of companies are outsourcing

[@UJLD]

Awesome video!. I had previous background in IT. I did an online CCENT course but never certified. However after I did the Google Network course, I read the CCNA books and Network+, with that I got a dual job in the CAD field since I am an Industrial Designer, but they really need also someone who can understand Networks. I got so much experience because I was able to do everything from structuring cable, active directory, solving huge mess of networks IPs, network deployment, VoIP, backups. VMs, site-to-site remote connections, accounting software with remote access. So I decided to change my career completely and moving to the CISCO family. I am finishing the CCST course fron NetCad, from the very beginning, and planning to continue with CCNA. I will highly recommended not jumping to CCNA if you do not have a background in IT or a experience in the IT field, do the CCST first. There are a lot of abstract concepts that would take you a lot of time to comprehend without experience. Everyone need Networks. This video is amazing, nothing to waste.

[@boratsagdiyev522]

I heard studying network+ first is for beginners with no experience then jump to ccna.

[@em1kid28546]

I really appreciate Keith's honesty and his practical perspective. In my social circle, the common advice is usually just to get your CCNA and call it a day. But as he mentioned, it looks like everyone has the CCNA and pushing for ENCORE is potentially away to stick out. Additionally, something that hasn't been emphasized enough is volunteering or shadowing someone in the field. It might seem daunting, but I'm definitely going to give it a try.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

I agree.. everyone has their ccna.... You need to make yourself stand out

[@tenderwarrior68]

At my old IT job there was a contact center agent interested in getting into IT. He approached me for advice. I spoke with my IT Operations supervisor and decided to allow him to shadow us for a month. After coaching him and him continuing to work with us on and off for 3 years he was able to get a entry level IT job at another company. While not the norm it can work, depending on the company.

[@michaelm.barnes5465]

Better off getting a job after CCNA and get some experience rather than just keep taking certs Keiths courses are fantastic though

[@Akihito007]

@@tenderwarrior68 So the guy had to shadow for THREE YEARS and then just to get an entry level IT job probably not even paying $45k a year?!? That's GARBAGE!!

[@tenderwarrior68]

​​​@@Akihito007- He spent 2 months each year for 3 years, not 3 full years. His fulltime job was in the Call Center.

[@EyobedGetu]

Good information for beginners. I learned the value of having Certifications and also staying current with the industry by updating my self daily.

[@gabrielgreer2037]

Getting out of the military soon and hoping to get my first networking job. In the military I am definintly a jack of all trades because some times you can't rely on anyone else to fix your stuff when your in the middle of nowhere. But my main job is on the networking side and I am hoping to get my CCNA soon!

[@BriannaGames-o6z]

This was extremely helpful, I'm pivoting from administrative work with an undergrad degree in Journalism. I've always had strong interests in I.T and networking but wasn't ready to pivot back then. Now, I have more resources, drive, time and a better understanding of what I have to do going foreword and I'm optimistic about starting my journey to get my CCNA! End goal is CCIE but shorter term, CCNA and then CCNP :)

[@TheBeardedITDad]

That's fantastic to hear! It's never too late to pursue your passion. Best of luck on your journey to get your CCNA and beyond!

[@NickyDekker89]

People get so many mixed signals from the industry. One person will tell you networking is dead except for the really senior level so prepare to study for 10 years and the other person is telling you that you can get a job within 1 to 2 years 😋

[@oliverprstholm8716]

If you actually thought about it for a second, networkers are nessesary to maintain a companys IT-infrastructure. Dont know why you would believe networking is dead when its literally a fundamental part of any business

[@cinemaofsounds]

networking can never be dead....all we do is rely on data. I don't even know who would even say that.....its actually picking up

[@jaywang8862]

@@cinemaofsoundsagree, just like electricity, it is a fundamental thing.

[@Linkedblade]

Yeah that's bunk. Even if it were true, you would still have small businesses that would need someone to guide their it departments. So, a former helpdesk agent with a ccna is probably perfect for that role. Perhaps for some huge corporation they don't need that. And like others have said IT/networking is practically a utility. You number a plumber for the pipes, hvac for the vents, electricians for the conductors and you'll need a net admin for the bits.

[@memeteam2016]

Just look on job sites and see how many there are and that will let you know

[@Jatlas19]

Networking has absolutely made me level up in my IT career.

[@hackbauer300]

Keith is the truth! I always include his INE content in my networking education resources. Juniper, Cisco, CheckPoint, you name it! Nice to hear he did time in TAC. That's my goal followed by Cisco Crisis Response.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

he is epic.

[@tatawjames8161]

Am in France struggle to get my ccnn for years now . But with this video I will be learning network for myself till I die no matter the time I will take I know that one day I will get to the top

[@cyptowithkelv]

See you at the top May God help you

[@hichamalami6989]

Thank you so much for sharing this video! As someone exploring a career change, I’ve learned a lot from it and now have a much clearer understanding of networking.

[@tenderwarrior68]

There is so much good information in here, as always. I got my first IT job in Help Desk without a cert. It is possible. Having a cert will get you the interview but not guarantee a job. You have to sell yourself in the interview. I approach studying for a cert like a business. You find a way to make time and I use my cell phone calendar and create recurring appointments otherwise life finds a way to intrude. Start with the fundamentals, it'll make more advanced positions easier. Think of building a new house. You have a blueprint plan and start with the foundation.

[@jnc8394]

As a pre-university student, I have learnt a lot from your videos and it truly gave me an insight into networking in general. Thank you for putting out your resources online for free, as it really helps people like me who genuinely want to learn.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Thank you and your welcome..

[@zaalpkhoveli9965]

I can say that Keith is my best mentor and INE has huge influence passing my CCNA, this man is beyond best, his CCNA course is the best i ever seen, making topics so easy giving such details that you become confident you know that topic. Wish he did CCNP Encor and Enarsi from zero, because it would be best thing ever

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Ill tell him to get on it... lol

[@jamesberry8195]

I needed this video as this is where I want to head professionally. Thank you for everything.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Youonlyloseyourself]

I always have a learning curve with understanding subnets. However, I believe networking is extremely important for this field. It’s the backbone!

[@tenderwarrior68]

Great advice, as always. Constantly learning watching your stuff. Constantly referring people to your channel.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Thank you

[@ElmokillaXDK]

yeah im about to go down this road, just got promoted to a noc engineer so going to go ahead and get my certs

[@killipt1]

Studying my N+ atm before jumping to CCNA, this video certainly helped!

[@INEtraining]

Keith Bogart is one of the best instructors out there! ⭐Thanks for sharing such a helpful convo, @TheBeardedITDad!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

He is.. Thank you for letting me barrow him for the afternoon! 😁

[@benjaminmusasizi3777]

Thank you sir BeardedITDad for hosting Keith Bogart. What a fantastic instructor. Fun fact: The best cisco instructors have the first name Keith and initials KB. Keith Bogart, Keith Barker

[@a.2735]

Great video, currently studying for my Network+ then CCNA

[@Philliprgarcia]

Great video! I would add that after your CCNA you should figure out if you want to stay on the networking path and if you do you should learn things like Bash, PowerShell, Linux, maybe some programing and automation and then think about your CCNP after all that. Get the basics down and move up from there.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Great advice.. I leaned into toughs exact 3 things after and to really paid off

[@tcrawford8430]

⁠@@TheBeardedITDadCan just learning python knock off learning Bash and powershell? I know it can be used for automation.

[@newstation795]

@@tcrawford8430no you need both Python and Bash. Don’t worry about powershell.

[@bogart9010]

@@tcrawford8430 Late answer, but it can yeah. You only need to really learn one and out of those three, python would be the best followed by powershell

[@tr0llpatr0l86]

the way how cisco ask questions or giving tasks in the exam result in learning theory without any practical benefit / relevance. i see ccna is s great foundation for proving u have a general IT skill because u understand the physical engineering on OSI layer models.

[@Draylock]

Like you, I'm tired of working in manufacturing and want to get into tech. Studying for the A+ right now and plan to finish my Bachelor's with WGU.

[@priyaranjanbiswal9041]

Thanks to you giving opportunities to people, to move ahead in their tech field.

[@Denis-kl8ss]

love to see Keith here, hes like networking father to me hahah Now you should invite Jeremy and complete holy trinity of networking (Bogart, Barker, Cioara) Keep up the good work, cheers from Russia!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Ive been talking to Jeremy and he is a busy guy... ill pin him down one of these days...lol

[@KalTech]

Love the video. I am studying for my CCNA now and want to learn more about Cloud, Linux and AI.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

all great things to learn but don't bite off too much at once

[@mistromiks8604]

Really looking forward to getting deeper into IT!

[@TheNetPython]

Great video, this is just what I needed. I let my CCNA recently expire late this year due to thinking the grass is greener over in Software Engineering. Turns out I really did enjoy networking and now I am trying to get back into it. I have 3 years of Network engineering/ Admin experience in total but a year gap of software engineering. I am pursuing my CCNP currently and just was concerned on the current job market.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@iakaren]

I really appreciate what you have shared with this video. Being someone who is looking into a career change, this I learned a lot and I have a much clearer understanding of networking.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Thats epic.. im glad to help

[@corynelznelz2606]

Home lab is a great way or may I say tool that would allow you to gain hands on experience in Networking and ICT

[@KaizenSky]

Wow, this video is a goldmine for anyone diving into the world of networking! Keith Bogart breaks down crucial points and provides invaluable insights. The time stamps are super helpful for navigating to specific topics of interest.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

thank you

[@KenPryor]

Really great info! I've gone back and forth on what training and certs I need and this was really great guidance.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Im glad it was helpful

[@alberton9]

Studying the CCNP opened my world to new security features,

[@DarthPanda27]

Great video, I'm starting my journey into networking and loving it so far.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Epic, Im glad you liked it

[@siyabongajele5209]

Thank you for this clarification, really good conversation.

[@nmf220]

I've seen a lot of comments in here talking about the CCNA may not be worth it in the industry. I could not DISAGREE more. Just for frame of reference I currently hold a CCNP Enterprose with concentrations in Enarsi and Wireless Design and currently working on the CCIE. The industry has turned towards a jack of all trades when hiring for engineers and one of the biggest requirements and hurdles is a minimum of holding a CCNA. The industry is slowly phasing out System admins or Server Admins and the Networking world is absorbing them.

[@Zetharion1]

REALLY great info about additional non networking "IT duties" you should be familiar with. I got a spare computer back up and running and plan to run Hyper V to learn some of these servers.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Glad it was helpful

[@GGKvirika]

Great video. Perfectly explained roadmap getting in networking ❤

[@DeadFalkor]

Although I haven’t been able to find a mentor nor volunteer, after taking networking courses at my local college, they allowed us to lab/ practice all we needed after completing the course.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

thats epic.. it can be hard to find a mentor.. linkedin can be a great resource for this

[@PhilosopherRoger]

Straight and to the point from Keith. I love it!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Epic

[@mlsandreas]

This video-roadmap is a must. Thank you both for all this amazing content!!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

thank you for watching

[@TheRealTrucido]

I currently work in a NOC and I feel like I know nothing at all. I have zero certifications, but I want to get Network+ and CCNA, its just a lot of information to try to cram into my brain when I already have a terrible memory.

[@soccerprorob]

Great Video! Makes me want to learn more on the cloud

[@juanfernandogarcia6651]

Great video, it is always nice to hear from so experienced mentor in the networking field. Thanks for that.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

glad you liked it

[@SM-vf9vg]

Appreciate the work you do Dakota 🤙🏼

[@vipinsharma1984]

Excited to learn Networking

[@Ferral11]

Completely agree with this advice and I plan to apply it to my own career.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joehughes-kl7gv]

we had packet tracer. i have cisco 1&2 certs would like to finish my ccna

[@TheBeardedITDad]

go after it

[@TankDude]

Very insightful and inspiring video! Starting my first pfSense setup soon to keep learning! Keep up the amazing job!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Im about to build a new pfSense box soon.. its alot of fun

[@TankDude]

@@TheBeardedITDad Will you make a video about it?

[@allentomlinson8078]

woohoo ive loved everything ive seen keith be a part of cannot wait to use his videos to actually learn for a cert

[@TheBeardedITDad]

He is an epic trainer!

[@PeterNate29]

12:06 Highly disagree here. No network engineer is going to willingly take on an additional burden that will just slow them down. At 11:59, he makes the point that, "as long as they don't think you're going to slow them down". In what universe would having a person shadow them and ask questions either accelerate their work at the very least keep it the same? There is no scenario where having an additional newbie trying to learn from you and asking questions ISN'T going to slow that individual down. So point is, what's in it for that network engineer? They 100% know this person is just going to slow them down. So what they get out of it? Is this newbie going to teach the network engineer some other craft or trade they're interested in? Is the newbie a beautiful girl that will provide them eye candy ? 😂 My point is, no network engineer is going to do this for free out of their kindness of their heart especially with all the stuff I assume they already have on their plate.

[@alonzosmith6189]

Tk U for sharing, will look into the INE courses

[@corynelznelz2606]

Great information… this motivated a lot of persons… 👍🏾

[@rodomar25]

This keeps me motivated to keep studying

[@TheBeardedITDad]

keep grinding it will pay off!

[@sadiqyahya1001]

Keith is one of the best authors at INE!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

agree

[@thomasscharneck986]

I'm working on my net + rn, should I get my ccna or security plus afterwards??

[@Maltook1]

Depends on if finances aren't an issue and what path you feel like pursuing. As someone with CompaTIA A+, Network+, and Security+, I've found Security+, by a long shot, has the most relevance in job postings for IT positions in general, REGARDING COMPTIA certs. I see A+ rarely, and Network+ even less. I see Security+ everywhere. Out of the three, Network+ was the hardest for me, just because theres a big jump from A+. The jump from N+ to S+ is very doable, you can study for and pass it in weeks or less if you do it right after the Network+. This is because theres a ton of information rollover and CompTIA has a very consistent way of asking exam questions that you learn to spot as you take them. So it might be an easy addition to your resume, with less prep time than normal. For networking CCNA is the gold entry standard. Im taking it soon, building a strong foundation with detailed review to prepare for the CCNP. I see the CCNA in job listings more than any other cert. CCNA is 300 bucks Security+ is 500 bucks (i think) Again, consider the path you prefer, or, if cost isn't an issue (especially if your work is paying) finish Network+, do Security+ right after, then CCNA and get the best of both worlds. Network teams value people with extra security knowledge, security and systems teams value people with extra networking knowledge. You can't go wrong with both.

[@Cyberninja101]

Great One.. and Always Great Content ❤

[@zachfrazier6220]

Great video! Thank you for providing us with all of this great information.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

glad to help

[@Faw0]

I’m studying for my CCNA right now. I got the CCNA volume one and 2 and I’m using Jeremy IT lab. If I were to get actually hardware to do real life work what do I need and where can I get these for cheap preferably…

[@jbaezhernandez]

I found this channel and I'm loving it. Keep the great content 👌

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Thanks, will do!

[@codyallen3836]

Thanks for such an awesome video!

[@antanasnezinau2868]

Definitely got some information to take away from this video. Great, informative video, thanks

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Thank you

[@robinglover8554]

Great tips and advice. Thanks.

[@80Mojica]

I’m excited to start a career in networking. I plan to attack the CCNA and get it done!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

go after it and keep learning.. dont forget to #LabEveryDay

[@kennyt7037]

Yo, thanks for another great video!

[@patrickbello8130]

Might sign up for ine, I am using CBT nuggets right now . Signed up for my Ccna and I want to get my CCnp this year

[@TheBeardedITDad]

to be honest i switched from CBT to INE and im so glad I did

[@LuminetWorks]

As someone that used both I can say that for CCNP cbt nuggets is not enough, INE with keith on these topics was the best.

[@arimorooluwatoba9897]

Great to see Keith!

[@aero9409]

Very interesting conversation. I didn't know that much about the Cisco certification roadmap, so it's good to know how they fit together and which ones make sense for which situations.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@diantesanford9345]

Awesome and informative video, yet again. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Thank you

[@edwinswartz7084]

Rumor has it that FortiGate is taking over the Network and Network Security space. I’ve been procrastinating my CCNA for the longest, I’m a sys engineer by profession at an MSP but want to move more into networking. What is your take on FortiGate and Cisco

[@sophiamitchell9845]

This video was very impactful

[@jamesberry8195]

Excellent video!

[@TrevorHirschi]

I’m looking into purchasing an INE subscription. Would you recommend it for beginners or is it more intermediate-advanced focused?

[@sonyjoseph5426]

I hace my CCNP, encor.. Im studying for the ENARSI(concentration ).. very few offers so far .. any suggestions

[@TheBeardedITDad]

work on your resume.. you have everything you need for that first job...

[@finback2005]

looking to go back to get ccnp

[@locool676]

The cloud comment is huge. In our org, we have a dedicated cloud team who is constantly spinning up resources, and constantly need to get tunnels to our on-prem DC. There are no network engineers on the cloud team, despite us exclaiming that there should be. Even with the plan for one of those express routes in the new DC, there is always going to be a need for network engineering to build and maintain the roads the packets route on.

[@Joeyxyx]

I very much like your channel. You've got one more subscriber!

[@mr.incredible8080]

@IT Dad, What other fields can a tech who is a network/system admin transition to? Network & Systems Engineering come to mind besides Cyber. Not sure if there are any other paths and any other paths that pay well too. What are your thoughts? Thanks!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Data center or service provider would be to easy pivots.

[@zarackmid]

Great video, keep up the good work!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Thanks, will do!

[@ok_gn]

Thanks for the info!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Any time!

[@CDVentress]

Great video thank you

[@Kogen123]

This is great practical advice. Thanks!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

You're very welcome!

[@DonaldCarrillo-fx9it]

This motivates me to push harder

[@TheBeardedITDad]

im glad

[@vidursharma3766]

Damn, i just received notification of this podcast today on apple pod, and I missed another amazing giveaway 😢😢

[@TheBeardedITDad]

we are working on moving these to be synced up... here in the next two weeks they will be with in a week of each other.

[@boratsagdiyev522]

So i need to take ccna, ccnp exams then try to gain experience, then go for ccie?

[@Maccccccc]

Taking my CCNA in two weeks!

[@AGM-networking]

Could cisco devices uses in IPRAN network?

[@armandogomez2677]

Man he seems like the instructor I need to ace this ccna and beyond hope i win this giveaway

[@TheBeardedITDad]

he is an amazing instructor

[@MyFuunZone]

Always new things to learn ❤

[@OzVillaVilla]

I am telecom engineer with 15 years of experience managing global infraestructures. I decidec to skip CCNA and took CCNP furtunatly I passed both exams, now I have CCNP Enterprise certification. Regards from Mexico city.

[@jimmy7434]

If I start today, after initial training and two years working in help desk, I’ll be ready for a network engineer job in three years. Will companies be taking on newbie’s in three years or will existing engineers be teaching the ai who will be the new newbies. So tough trying to figure out whether any career path will still be there in the time it takes to become proficient.

[@locool676]

You shouldn't be spending 2 years in Helpdesk if your goal is networking. Use 6 months to understand the internal process and systems, take great notes, be vocal in meetings, then the second half to really show you want to be involved in networking. Communicate to the network team, demonstrate you can think through issues logically, take fantastic notes, and chat with them when tickets are escalated and resolved.

[@JARF3110]

Great motivation.. ❤

[@karansen743]

Great video man keep it up .

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Appreciate it!

[@PeterRiad]

Thanks...subscribed