Course content

7 sections • 55 lectures • 5h 12m total length

Here's What's In Store for You5:31
This is me and this is what you are going to learn in your course.
Grab a cup of coffee and have fun.
Paul Browning

Welcome to Break into IT8:23
Let's set the foundation for where we are and where we are going. We have lots to do before we start applying for our dream job.
Attitude Part 110:08
Nothing affects our results more than our attitude. Why is it that some people seem to get ahead at work and in life while others seem to struggle? Could it be that our attitude is our most important asset?

Watch the below videos to find out more. Please also download the worksheets.
Attitude Part 211:46
More of the good stuff.
Setting Goals Part 111:09
No goal equals no results. Simple as that. Here's why and how to do it the right way.
Goals Part 211:44
More juicy goal goodness.
Attitude Is Everything MM1:00
Mind map for attitude presentation.
How Would You Describe Your General Attitude1:00
Do you need an attitude makeover?
Goals 1:00
Mind map of the goals presentation.
Pauls Ultimate Goal Setting Guide 6:00
Everything You Need to Know About Goals
Planning7:41
Oh. The old planning story. If it's that old, where is your plan?
Planning 1:00
Mind map for planning.
Job Planner1:00
Plan out actions to get the job.
Bonus Webinar - Get Into IT PowerPoint Slides52:00
Bonus Webinar - Bridge the Gap PowerPoint Slides24:00

Packaging Yourself 22:09
It's all in the wrapping. Do you look like a gourmet burger or more like a big mac?
Packaging Mind Map1:00
Grooming for Men7:27
Yes. Appearances count for everything. Make yours count.
Grooming Guide For Men 3:00
A few notes for you.
Resume Tips19:28
How to avoid yours being thrown in the trash.
Resume Construction 7:00
My top tips for a resume that gets you the interview.
Resume Mind Map1:00
Resume Tips 4:00
Job Hunting 21:54
Search and destroy. Your mission is to find that dream job.
Dealing With Agents 4:00
Pesky job agents. Here is how to deal with them.
Job Hunting Mind Map1:00
Using Job Boards 9:00
How to use this great job hunting resource.
Getting Valuable Hands On Experience14:51
No experience? No problem.

In this module we look at how you can bridge any gaps you have in your hands on experience. We look at how to tap into your network of contacts, establish links with local companies and training companies and even how to make yourself look like an authority in your chosen field.

Getting Experience
Getting Experience Mind Map1:00

Do Your Homework26:02
In order to land the right job you need to do your homework first.

Check out the company to ensure it is financially secure. Find out what they do, where they do it and how long they have been doing it for.
After you do that, work out what you will be doing there and if there is room for you to progress. If it is mundane work for a small company you will find yourself quickly bored and looking for another job
Homework Mind Map1:00
Planning and Preparation16:26
Have you ever heard anyone complain that they have applied for lots of jobs and never heard a thing back? The reason is probably that they never took the time to plan and prepare their job application campaign.

You need to PLAN – PREPARE – EXECUTE in that order if you want to be successful. When you do this you can work wonders, even with only 30 minutes per day. Learn how here.
Plan and Prepare Mind Map1:00

Technical Interviews24:02
The dreaded technical interview.
This is where you are quizzed over the phone or in person to test the skills you say you have on your resume and the skills you will need for your job. But with proper preparation and planning you will be able to use this as an opportunity to shine and take you to the next stage, the final interview
Tech Interview Tips 4:00
Tech Interviews Mind Map1:00
Doing Well in Interviews13:07
Make a great show of yourself by preparing for interviews - the RIGHT way.
Interviews Mind Map1:00
Answering Tough Interview Questions 5:00
On Interviews 6:00
My best interview tips.
Follow Up 3:57
Don’t just walk out of the interview and pray the phone will ring with a job offer.
You need to work out your tactics. Ways to improve your interview technique as well as continue to apply for other jobs until you have an offer from the company you want to work with.
Follow Up Mind Map1:00
Negotiating14:30
Everything is negotiable. Salary, holiday, benefits, car, home working.

You just need to understand that you can negotiate, how to create leverage and how to make a counter offer. If you follow these proven steps then you have nothing to lose and everything to gain.
Pauls Negotiating Guide11:00
Negotiating Mind Map1:00
Dealing With Rejection12:10
It’s never personal!

Losing is part of winning so get whatever feedback you can and keep going.

More details in the video and workbook below.
Rejection Mind Map 1:00
On Rejection 3:00

Starting Work 13:48
So you’ve got the job.
Now isn’t the time to relax and kick back. You need to redouble your efforts so you can progress quickly within the company and therefore become indespensible. Yon can then seek promotion, internal projects or plan your exit. If you do decide to leave you will have a glowing reference.
Starting Work Mind Map1:00
Keep Learning 17:00
Don’t let the dust gather under your feet. If you haven’t added new qualifications and achievements to your resume after six months at your new job then you are half way to being unemployable already.

Plan your progress and prepare yourself for your next role.
Keep Learning Mind Map1:00
Moving On 11:25
You need to keep your skills sharp and your resume fresh so every 12-24 months it is time to consider moving onto pastures new.
This video will give you some tips and suggestions on how best to prepare and execute.
Moving On Mind Map1:00

Description

" To anyone who wants to enjoy a career in IT"

My name is Paul Browning and I worked as a police officer in the UK from 1988 to 2000. While I enjoyed the job immensely I felt I wanted to take on a new challenge, I already had an interest in computers. I had attended an course on PC assembly and learned a little bit about computer networking.

I started to study for some Microsoft exams and began to apply for jobs in the IT industry. I landed a helpdesk job but as you can imagine, I quickly became bored doing password resets. I studied hard and passed some more exams and then got a role doing network support for Cisco systems in the UK.

I later left to start my own IT company offering training and consulting services to companies both in the UK and internationally. I sold the company in 2008 and now run an online Cisco training company.

During the time I trained students I helped many hundreds of them get their break into a career in IT. I watched them move from helpdesk roles into networking and often into freelance consulting contracts or even their own companies. I’ve also worked with hundreds of IT managers who have shared with me the things they look for when looking to hire IT staff for their companies. I’ve even been through the process myself when I was looking to get out of the police force.

I see people making the same mistakes time and time again when they are trying to get a job in IT:

Sending resumes out and hoping for the best
Waiting for jobs to appear online before applying
Sending generic resumes which will never be read
Failing to prepare properly for technical interviews
Not presenting themselves professionally to companies
and many more common mistakes

Break Into IT has been devised with people like you in mind. It is a one stop training resource to help you plan, prepare and execute your plan to get you from where you are now to where you want to be. Here are just a few of the things you will learn:

How to find the best jobs before they appear online
How to tap into vast networks of people willing to help you
The secrets to getting your resume read
How to get called for interviews
How to ace technical interviews
Standing out from the crowd
How to bridge the lack of experience problem
How to negotiate your salary and benefits
How to get advancement once you get in
and much more

These tips will help you if you want to apply for any IT roles including:

Networking Desktop support Helpdesk Programming Web design Project management and support Most people are doing it all wrong and never get called for interviews. They wonder why but because they don't know how the system works they will be forever in the dark. These principles have been used my thousands of my students to break into IT. I hope you enjoy applying them to land your dream job. I hope you enjoy the course. Post a question if you need any help.

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to make a career change into IT
Anyone stuck in a support role and wants a promotion

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Here's What's In Store for You1 lecture • 6min

Foundation14 lectures • 2hr 28min

Module 114 lectures • 1hr 57min

Module 24 lectures • 44min

Module 315 lectures • 1hr 42min

Module 46 lectures • 45min

Bonus Manual1 lecture • 2hr 30min

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" To anyone who wants to enjoy a career in IT"

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