How do you stay current in IT without burning out?
I've been with my current employer for almost eight years and recently started worrying that I've become too comfortable. With a merger being announced, I'm concerned that my…
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Should I Choose the Higher-Level Job in Long Beach or the Better Finances in Phoenix?
I'm in my early 30s and comparing two systems analyst/administrator opportunities. The Phoenix role pays in the mid-$70,000s, has a Level 1 title, allows two work-from-home days, and…
What IT specialization is most likely to stay valuable as AI advances?
I'm currently a generalist in IT and want to choose a specialization that is less likely to be automated in the near future. I'm not looking for vague…
Can I Break Into Linux Administration After a Four-Year Career Gap?
I come from a non-computer-science background and have been away from a traditional career path for about four years. During that time, I worked to support my family…
How Can I Rebuild My IT Career After Two Long Employment Gaps?
I'm trying to understand why I'm reaching interview stages but still not receiving offers. My background is in IT infrastructure, Microsoft technologies, and cloud administration. Earlier in my…