What Should I Learn for I.T. Jobs - Information Technology Basics

Another addition to our I.T. series, in this video we focus on more IT basics that you should know. This is part 2 to a previous video that we did: • Basic Skills for Compu...
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Organization skills
People Skills
Team Work Skills
Operating System Basics.
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[@paulonvula6495]

I came here itching to get more technical stuffs and we get this great lecture on the soft skills. Thanks a million. U changed the game!

[@ArlenStone]

You deserve more views man. Great work

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Arlen10 Thank you so much, I greatly appreciate this!

[@TheRexhim]

This is one of your older ones man and I greatly appreciate it! I'm just getting into IT and these tidbits of info are really helpful and enforcing. In IT there's no such thing as knowing enough

[@Itcareerquestions]

Thanks for watching!

[@outtapocketbeatz]

I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos. You have so helpful in my journey in getting this IT ball rolling for me. Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming.

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Melvin Drew Thank you so much, that means a lot to me!

[@outtapocketbeatz]

your welcome man no problem

[@marionklug1341]

Ditto

[@jimmyc.4208]

I know this is an old video but I have to say that you do an amazing job. You definitely deserve more views and exposure. I have been in and out of the IT and computer electronics for 20 yrs now and you delivery is epic. I have an interview tomorrow and I've watched a few of your videos. I feel much more confident now. Thanks alot

[@Itcareerquestions]

Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate that! You should be fine!

[@brianbrewster6532]

I am so glad you mentioned that it's okay to Google things. Some places I worked at they expect you to know practically everything. Thanks for you wonderful insights and tips.

[@josephf1444]

Big shout out to you for the great guidance in your videos. You provide some great down to earth pointers for getting into the I.T. field. I have a passion for technology in general though I've made my mistakes while trying to learn every aspect I can. I'm A+ certified and fixing to take my Network + exam in a few weeks. Thanks again for the videos and keep em coming. They really do help.

[@Itcareerquestions]

Thank you and good luck!

[@JamesErvinBerry]

I'll say this... you NEVER let me down on these videos. Not once. There is always great information to learn and I appreciate you for that, sir!

[@chanventurillo5731]

Am no IT expert nor IT graduate, but have learned a lot from your videos. Thank you man!

[@gumball55928]

I am currently a computer Technician in shop moving on to a help desk support role. With much worry and nerves Im moving on to a help desk support role. Your videos are greatly helpful in reminding me that I can do this. Keep making the videos. And I may need you advice about a issue in the future. Thank you

[@Itcareerquestions]

Thank you! Anytime you have a question feel free to ask.

[@mohammedal-ghamdi4342]

I can't tell you how many times I saw this videos and others , I love you man , thanks Sensi

[@youssefsouthern1070]

unique explanations you made things more simpler and easy to understand not as many people who make it difficult to know thank you for your effort

[@kendrizcolumna1095]

I just have a word to say to you and is “thank you” ,I’ve been learning a lot from you

[@roughryder5]

I've watched 3 of your videos so far and they are awesome sauce. And I've also noticed you change your hairstyle in each one LOL.

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Elite Haha, thank you! I like to switch things up as much as I can.

[@austinlambert89]

You make my day everyday i look you up and watch your vids man

[@Itcareerquestions]

Thank you! Glad I can help in any way.

[@josephf1444]

You are like a virtual mentor to me.

[@Itcareerquestions]

I do what I can!

[@merc340sr]

Agree 100% I'm more likely to remember something that I have written down with pen and paper, as opposed to any other method.

[@cyberbrodi]

just discovered your channel and love the content! as a sophomore currently pursuing a degree in cybersecurity your videos are super informative. It makes me extremely excited to learn more and start a career. Keep up the good work!

[@erinwilson8863]

Thank you for your info. I'm about to break into IT and you have given me great information!

[@Itcareerquestions]

No problem! Good luck

[@colleenmariet]

Do you have a video on management information Systems? Would you consider it different than information technology? What would be the basics for that career path?

[@lammtech3943]

I learned a lot of things from your videos, so thank you for sharing. I always waiting for your next videos. Keep sharing...

[@nicholastweneboahkoduah4837]

good work am just a biginner and really need more of your videos many thanks

[@JamesMcG]

Love Trello! Saw it, great I finally got around to downloading it and using it. Much better than Evernote! Great Job!

[@Itcareerquestions]

+James McG1976 It's amazing!

[@trondremix]

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[@saltionsatka2533]

IT is so overwhelming, I don't really know where to start, I'm all over the place and anytime I start learning something, another thing that needs to be learned pops up, I really do not know where to start and how to go on from there.

[@mohammedzaky2540]

your video are so good, just try to increase the volume , Good Job and thank you

[@fre3dOm100]

Thanks for your videos :D I really need to know more about I.T

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Edward Carmona No problem!

[@fartunm9766]

this is awesome and helpful...looking forward to more of this .good job man thanks!!!!

[@Itcareerquestions]

No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@trayjobe6995]

I have a good bit of knowledge about computers that I taught myself. I am a senior graduate that will be taking on the major of computer technology to become computer technician. I know hardware greatly, but there is always more to learn. I have even did a VERY small bit of programming in python. I was wondering what can I do hands on my computer that will help me learn. As in what should I work on on my computer? Learning where things are and etc. My first 2 major classes are I believe intro to microsoft office and Microsoft Word I so what should I expect to learn to get a headstart?

[@solangee]

thank you for making this video!

[@gerharddewit4872]

Thumbs up for the practical advice.

[@kapilkurian083]

Thank you and I appreciate this work.

[@Itcareerquestions]

You are welcome and thank you as well!

[@TECH-sq3oh]

I got so much info and I learned a lot thanx keep up the good work.

[@Itcareerquestions]

You're welcome! And thank you!

[@donhaney6140]

Great info! Thanks!

[@Itcareerquestions]

No problem. Thanks for watching!

[@rahultalkad]

Can you let me the tool name which you mentioned here in the video please? It could be helpful! Thanks!

[@malymalaya2333]

Hello brother I really appreciate your sharing experience.keep going.you are great.

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Maly Malaya thank you!

[@eldridgehenry2]

i hope you still monitor your old videos! i have a question , i went back to school to get a degree in management information systems i am 43 and i am looking to hop into the IT field and i have no certifications so i havent been offered even a help desk position if i master these basics PT.1 & PT. 2 will it improve my chances of entering the IT field?

[@winsto100]

I recently graduated from college with an Associates Degree in Computer Systems Engineering. Right now i'm focused on getting a job. I'm thinking of starting as an I.T assistant. Any advice on my first job choice? Cause right now i'm interested in working with someone who is more advanced than me so that i can learn some more. Your reply will be greatly appreciated.

[@Itcareerquestions]

Any type of level 1 or help desk type of job should be fine. You'll be trained on how they do things.

[@winsto100]

Thank you for taking your time out to respond.

[@tik2276]

Love your videos! I agree you deserve more views! But....... you are scaring me ha ha! Im currently studying for the comptia a+. and don't really know anything about computers but I could build one and have passion for it. Do you think I will learn enough from studying for the exam and from books to actually be able to function in a entry level I.T job? I am looking for a voluntary job but seems there are none in my current location (sad face)

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Deb Render Thank you so much that really means a lot to me when my viewers say those things! But....why are you scared?! If I.T. is something you feel like you have a passion for don't ever be afraid of it....nervous?? Sure! Learning new things can definitely make you nervous, but remember to use those times as a learning experience and learn to use your failures as a learning experience as well. You will learn a lot from studying for the exam, make sure you keep watching KZbin videos as well because you will learn a lot from people on here as well. Do I think it's enough though? It could be. I would keep your ear to the ground and keep looking up any internships or volunteer work. Check out non for profits - YMCA, WMCA, churches, Nursing Homes and School Districts. Cold call businesses as well. Good luck to you and don't ever be afraid! If you have any other questions please let me know!

[@mwwhatever]

I've never used something like Trello. I tried to use ConnectWise ticket manager for most of that functionality. Do you use a ticket system in conjunction with something like Trello? Seems like it might get complicated with duplicated tickets, etc.

[@buckypirtle3123]

would you consider doing training videos on the basics like the one's you mentioned in your videos part 1 and part 2?

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Bucky Pirtle Yeah I can definitely add this to my list of things to do! I'm not sure when I'll get it done but it'll happen and some point.

[@rynwolf286]

I have a question. I would say I am very computer savvy. I've tinkered with building computers and replacing components within desktops and laptops. I do know basics and even some intermediate things with windows and office. I have no degrees backing what knowledge I do have although google is my best friend. What tip or tips can you offer me to get into even an entry level job?

[@cathypowers7592]

what was the organizational tool you spoke about?

[@dants7551]

Subscribed. Great content.

[@sufiyanhamza]

thank you mate you are awesome

[@bluemetal04]

Shouldn't you learn OSX too? If someone ends up working IT at a school system for example, they would need to learn that OS.

[@Itcareerquestions]

+bluemetal04 Absolutely I discuss that in one of my most recent videos here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGPWYpdortOZkNU

[@kuzivashebayela]

really amazing stuff!

[@phiyonajuice4842]

thanks it was real helpful

[@VIRTUALWORLDMEDIA]

i am a 45 year young guy ..lol, who had got my ccna back in 2000, i had got some experience but didn't understand how things worked as a contractor in the field, so i fell of and started trying the do your own business thing taking on small stupid jobs. i know a lot has changed but it took up to these days on me finding out how valuble the ccna cert is...i really want to get back into networking. Can you please tell me what i need to do to get the big jobs? Need you dude!

[@amylau8021]

One month into the IT field, I live by most of your advices that you have given. However, in IT, you can get SUPER busy sometimes. So, it is very true that organisation skills are extremely important. I feel that I am so behind my work and it is scary because I am not IT trained. And, I am already rostered to be the duty manager - managing service requests and my team. We have an ERP system that process all the tickets, but, I am still having a little trouble managing my team- can I use Trello to manage them, or should I ask manager before I can download it? Currently I am using an old unused diary to write down where is someone / plan ahead.

[@Itcareerquestions]

You should look into something like Service Desk for managing things like this. Trello could work but isn't ideal.

[@abdishakurahmed792]

thank u very much really very help full .

[@yadk2010]

Thanks . Great listen.

[@Itcareerquestions]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@elonmusk1838]

I love your videos. I can't find the website or app you mentioned about organization. Please can you give me the link?

[@Itcareerquestions]

I think I was probably talking about www.trello.com

[@elonmusk1838]

Thanks.

[@charismawooten8915]

Thank you.

[@wafratv]

Hi, what is the name of the software again? Cause I didn’t get it

[@mikoajpawlak4447]

jakie dwie umiejętności poza wiedza techniczn są konieczne w branży IT?

[@arshvirk7367]

you should be promote your channel bro, keep it up

[@keithbarber8775]

Thank you

[@aureo1773]

good job, thanks for sharing ;-)

[@charliemoonfish]

great to watch!! churr

[@jamchannel7141]

Sir do u have a textbook or written on a documents something like pdf file so thats? Why i can print down the basics. Info. What ur talking about and their following orders to learn??

[@Itcareerquestions]

Currently I do not, but I am looking to put together an e-book in the future.

[@katelynnlewis8814]

during an Interview for an IT Job such as a Entry level Job what are some helpful tips you would give to a first time or someone coming out of college wanting to come into the field especially someone who has little to no experience in the field where you get alot of bullying from co-workers expecting you to know it all.

[@JJFlores197]

IT is a very broad field. Learn as much as you can at home and at school. If you know absolutely nothing about computers and technology, start with the very basics. Lookup what PC hardware is and what it does inside of a computer. If you can, consider using an old PC you may have laying around (or buy an old PC) that you don't mind experimenting with and learn. Take it apart completely to see the hardware and put it back together. There are countless guides and resources out there that explain how computers work. You just have to find the resources that work for you. Once you have a general understanding of the hardware, look into software like what an operating system is, how to install one (like Windows), what device drivers are, etc. Again, many resources out there. Once you have a general idea of basic PC troubleshooting and repair, you can start looking into more advanced IT sub-fields like computer networking, servers, systems administration, etc. Consider building a home lab if you have the means to do so. It is an invaluable way of learning.

[@buckypirtle3123]

what is your opinion on computer networking and is it a good field to get into?

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Bucky Pirtle Absolutely a great field to get into. Most networking jobs tend to pay a lot more as well, but this also comes with a lot of responsibility and knowledge. Networking isn't exactly the easiest but it's definitely well worth it.

[@airforcelife]

+I.T. Career Questions I was about to ask the same question. Thanks for the answer.

[@sukhdevsingh8873]

I like yor videos we don't learn this in anywhere else

[@tt-nt7gs]

1:25 Really? I just started learning programming because I thought it was just me. I’m done.

[@happinessmwaipopo7426]

Thanks

[@onslaught213]

What was the name of the application again you mentioned? Trollo?

[@foraminutethere23]

Marvin Ramirez trello

[@denisela3403]

Thanks for asking that. I was wondering too

[@fhacim820]

thanks man

[@lilyel1862]

I'm thinking to study IT and what jobs kind of jobs I will work ? And what the salary? Please answer

[@adamnawzad]

thanks, alot

[@TonyaBrownSysAdmin]

What is the best way to prepare for a Sr. Help Desk Technician interview?

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Tonya Brown Well every interview is somewhat different in their own ways. Typically you won't get asked a lot of intense technical questions but on the off chance that you do just remember to remain calm and collected before you decide on the best answer. A lot of times interviewers are looking for a response that is somewhat outside of the box. Make sure you talk about your team work skills, projects that you've worked on and things like that. What I would suggest doing is looking up a standard "canned" interview questioner. Go over that and try to prepare yourself for some of the answers. With a senior tech position they are really looking for your leadership skills as well as your technical skills(you more than likely wouldn't get an opportunity of having an interview for a SR. Tech Position if you didn't already have the skills) This is all that I can offer as of right now. Good luck!

[@idreesmohammed1366]

what's that 1st tool's name?

[@shakerragish7802]

We can still use IT

[@murdoc_456]

what was the name of the first program that you mentioned as a tool

[@gumball55928]

Trello

[@GeoVisionNews]

Good

[@logicworld8228]

Sir can you explane what is it and how it actually applicable

[@SamAndrew27]

IT = information technology

[@Emsee88]

what is informatics?

[@ahmadrohani2961]

❤

[@SamAndrew27]

I disagree, don't learn Windows XP, it is *DEAD*! If a company is still using XP, that means that they value IT about 0%, and no budget for tech and believe me you DO NOT want to work for them!

[@davlmt]

+Calvin Humphries Why XP and not Ubuntu (or another linux distro) then? If you're broke you're not gonna use MS Office anyway but the free alternatives like libreoffice (or even the google webapps) , and Gimp vs Photoshop etc... Genuine question (not being snarky) , I hope you'll answer. Thanks

[@RoadRunner592]

Heck, even Windows 7's days are numbered now. Less than 3 years of support left

[@georgejones5019]

The air force just upgraded to windows 7 in like 2017, while I was deployed.

[@kidsabc6624]

Hello

[@charliemoonfish]

ohhhh "trello" lol accents haha, have been searching "trillo" from new zealand :)

[@Itcareerquestions]

+Charlotte Potaka-Pulman Haha, hope you found it!

[@tkj12.hendrik98]

subtitel?

[@johntownsend166]

Don't fear the google.

[@PCMANLV]

Nice vape juice lol

[@Itcareerquestions]

Lame juice.

[@TY220]

So these are the basics? You wont hire a guy who just builds PC's?

[@Itcareerquestions]

+ZeroPhuqs and Kah_P0W no there's no need for someone who just builds PCs in a business environment

[@riodaniel9805]

thanks

[@GeoVisionNews]

Good

[@GeoVisionNews]

Good