Yesterday I decided to rethink my career plan, and maybe move into a different area to get some new challenges.

Today I read this, a list which areas are hot, and what you need to get there. It couldn't be better timed.

Add this to the career stuff TR's John McKee has been putting out and I have a plan in the making.

This piece is for every IT staffer who is being put upon with "downturn" and similar as an excuse. If you are being expected to perform at unreasonable levels, with veiled threats of redundancy if you don't, then join me by training up and go find someone who will appreciate what you have to offer. Here is a roadmap to where the next career step can be found.