Getting a Networking Job for Dummies
- 4h 37m
- Bill Hughes, Peter H. Gregory
- John Wiley & Sons (US)
- 2015
Learn to:
- Find the right organization
- Write a resume that gets attention
- Answer difficult interview questions
- Identify required certifications
Jump-start your career in computer networking
Looking to land a computer networking position? Look no further! This fun and friendly guide offers all the tools and step-by-step guidance you need to stand out from the crowd, get your foot in the door, and secure a job in this fast-growing sector. From the necessary education and certifications to ways to brand yourself, it's all inside!
- A day in the life — discover what it really means to be a networking professional, understand networking roles, and get to know important network concepts and trends
- Find your fit — find out what it will be like to work for a network solutions vendor, as an in-house networking specialist, in the public sector or academia, as a consultant, or with a start-up
- Put the "work" in networking — brand yourself for your dream career, create a winning resume, get attention with your cover letter, and ace the interview
- Get the right stuff — find expert guidance on everything you need to know about networking certifications, education and training, and making your way in the field
Open the book and find:
- The wide range of activities in a networking job
- Tips to ensure you're getting the necessary education and training
- A look at networking jobs in various industry sectors
- Situations you may encounter in interviews
- Ten great questions to ask your interviewer
- Professional networking resources you'll want to have on hand
- Alternatives to a regular networking job
About the Author
Peter H. Gregory is a career technologist, IT architect, university instructor, and the author of over thirty books on security and emerging technology. Bill Hughes is a marketing strategy executive with over two decades of experience in sales, strategic marketing, and business development.
In this Book
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Introduction
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Working with Networks
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Understanding Networking Roles
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Knowing Your Networking
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Networking Concepts and Trends
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Getting the Necessary Education and Training
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Becoming Certifiable
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Making Your Own Way
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Working for a Networking Solutions Provider
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Working as an in-House Networking Professional
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Serving in the Public Sector or Academia
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Living on the Edge with a Startup
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Life as a Consultant
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Branding Yourself for Your Dream Career
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Creating a Winning Resume
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Getting Attention with Your Cover Letter
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Bringing Your Resume to Life—The Interview
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Becoming a Star Employee
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Ten Great Answers for Your Interviewer
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Ten Great Questions to Ask Your Interviewer
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Ten Alternatives to a Regular Job
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Ten Networking Books for Your Professional Library
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Glossary
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