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        <title><![CDATA[IT professional - New comer]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[It was great to hear about finding job satisfaction in this new IT feild .But what about me, who does not get a chance to explore or step in the kindergarden stage of IT , very less professionals share their initail start up stage, how should new comers proceed to develope their skills after theoritical grasping subjects of e-commerce.If anybody needs a trainee please help me.ThanksLalit]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2001 18:49:57 -0800</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[New Frontiers: I agree with your comments. After over 12 years in more traditional IT Administrator &amp; IT Manager positions I was presented with a very unique opportunity with a company positioned at the forefront of video streaming technology over cable tv networks. This involves many new &amp; exciting challenges which I find refreshing. They are a relatively new/small company with a tremendous growth/opportunity potential. Look at more then the salary, you should enjoy what you are doing. I have turned down many opportunities in the past because of numerous factors. With this particular position I interviewed with 10 people &amp; did a thorough evaluation of the company. Always explore all opportunities presented to you. If you don't you will never know what is out there. Look at more then the salary, you should enjoy what you are doing &amp; the people you will be working with. This will reflect more positively on your family life which is very important too.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2000 02:41:50 -0700</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[Career moves: I enjoyed your article and your thoughts about looking beyond your comfort zone. I found myself in a little different situation, but am also exploring new frontiers. I had that career that I thought was the 20 to 30 year position (and I was there 23 years)only to find myself on the street due to a merger and downsizing. So after a good career with a major Hardware wholesaler co-op, I have taken advantage of the Displaced Worker Program and  attended Lake Land College for the last two years in order to increase my skills and knowledge. I was always frustrated by the slow response of the IT people to the needs of the associates working on the warehouse floors. Most things were not of a high enough priority for them to get around to or they'd claim it couldn't be done, but now I know better. I'm graduating in May with 5 different certifcates( Computer Information Systems; Network Administration; Print Technology; Management; and Microcomputers).The prospects are many and I feel like you do in that the fit must be right. I need a bit of a comfort zone( a place where my skills fit), but also want to be challenged to explore new frontiers. Keep the interesting articles coming.  Don Bardsley]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2000 05:22:26 -0700</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[One formula does not fit all: Dear Andy,In your article you say &quot;Maybe I'm deluding myself&amp;#8212;but for now I'm enjoying the ride&quot; as if you were not so sure about the punchlines of your own article.  First all, let me congratulate you for yournew opportunity because if you got it, chances are, you deserve it.  A while ago, another guy called Bill Gates even dropped out of college because he though that he had the opportunity of his life by founding a company now called Microsoft.  However, every time Mr. Gates is asked about why he dropped out he always replies by saying &quot;I was in the right place, at the right time and I want it to pursue an opportunity of a lifetime.&quot;  However, he encourages others to continue their college education because one formula does not fit all.I don't think that IT people need to be reminded that their skills are marketable and they should look for greener grass or &quot;better opportunities.&quot;  Unless you are new to the field, you should already know this.  But, I strongly agree with you that we should always tried to match our skill set with a job profile without being afraid of embraicing new challenges that may eventually require us to reinvent ourselves.For example, since I obtained my Bachelors degree in Computer Science, I have worked as a Database Administrator, Computer Analyst, Computer Science Instructor, Systems Analyst, Systems/Network Administrator, and currently as a Senior Programmer/Analyst.  I have been a happy camper in every opportunity I have been given because I love what I do.  Instead of encouraging my colleages to look for a better title and/or better pay I encourage them to look for a job that fulfills their life.  For instance, I know a guy who loves being a consultant. He used to be a big shot making big bucks building weapon systems.  He hated it!  I also know anoth]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2000 04:46:29 -0700</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[Thanks for the insight: I think this is good as well for any type of job... it also proves Nick Cordodilos' point of vue on what kind of relationships will provide the best job for you.  It was also nice to see that you did not move because you werefed up of your work and you did a thought of move to something that you feel so good about now.  I have a tendency to close my eyes to some potential job offers because I love my actual work... thinking that I won't ever find something better... butmaybe I should investigate after all !  Thanks again and best of luck in your new projects.  JP]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2000 02:47:38 -0700</pubDate>
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