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TheITBlog
by Jose Rene Alvarado
The IT Blog! where IT certification tracks and materials are reviewed! Get advice on how to maneuver your way through the IT industry! #TheITBlog #RealWorldIT
Episodes
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CCNP VLOG 9
During this podcast I discuss the current status of my progression towards reading the CCNP ENCOR 350-401 Study Guide. I discuss next steps and how I dealt with the Pandemic blues.
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CCNP VLOG 8
During this podcast I discuss how I adjusted my study schedule due to my emergency work calls. I am also dealing with major laziness this Monday Morning. It's likely due to last week's heavy study sessions. I am taking my time to pick up the study guide today. I will be going for a run to clear…
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CCNP VLOG 7
During this episode but discuss the SDWAN And SD-Access portion of the study guide. I give an update on my progress and how I dealt with this week's work schedule along with my study sessions. How many chapters was I able to cover even with an increase workload? Find out !
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CCNP - VLOG 6
I discuss several things on this vlog, current status of my readings and software I decided to use in order to track and scale my studies! How do I plan on preparing for the CCNP and scale to the CCIE? Find out !
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CCNP - VLOG 5
Today was weird. Didn't feel like studying or doing anything at all. I kept pushing throughout the day even if I dragged my feet. Going wrap up my last reading session and go for a run!
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CCNP - VLOG 4
Daily CCNP VLOG I discussed OneNote, how I am using it and how I feel the key differences are between it and word documents. How do I deal with stresses while studying during the pandemic? All were discussed in this vlog!
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CCNP - VLOG 3
In this vlog I update everyone on my progress so far. What my thoughts are on the CCNP ENCOR study guide. I discuss highlighting, how I did it in the past and why I'm changing things up.
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CCNP - VLOG 2
During this episode I discuss how I had to adjust my study plan for work. Consistency is what matters, not schedule. If you planned on studying at 8am but couldn't, it doesn't mean we stop. We adjust and read at another time. Make the study plan flexible but don't forget to commit to it.
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CCNP - VLOG 1
Episode 1 of the daily CCNP VLOG! I discuss the changes regarding my podcasts and what I felt this Monday morning. How I dealt with the Monday drag I always have. I discuss how I did some labs over the weekend that helped me feel that I am learning and applying concepts.
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Is the CCIE too Difficult
During this mornings podcast I discuss why No IT certification is too Difficult. Everything is about consistency and effort. There are doctors and scientist that accomplish so much that are against much more difficult odds.
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At Home Certifications - Cisco
During this podcast I discuss the evaluation of online testing. I also mention how online degree programs went through the same process. Will online certifications lose their creditability?
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AWS and is Job potential
During this episode I discuss the AWS cloud certification and it's job potential. Can this certificate help you get a Cloud Engineer position? What's the future like for IT infrastructure.
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When I quit my first Job
During this podcast I tell the story of when I quit my first job to get into the industry I love, information technology. I was raised in a old school house hold and I describe how difficult it was for me to leave that position into a unknown field of IT. Glad I took the chance.
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How badly do you want to achieve?
During this episode I discuss my progress and what I use to continue to motivate myself. Starting something is always easier when compared to the execution.
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What does an IT Manager Do
During this episode I discuss the roles and responsibilities of an IT Manager and other positions that this position relies on.
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CCNP Study Plan - Step 1
This morning I discussed my study plan for the CCNP ENCOR exam. I have been burning myself out because I felt that I needed to study more. I wanted to setup a study plan for myself that holds me accountable as well as prevent myself from being burnt out. During this stream I outline my plan.
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Studying and Burnt Out
In this episode I discuss how to avoid being burnt out during this quarantine life style we are having to deal with. We now have more time than ever to study for these certifications. It doesn't mean we should put our heads down and grind until we can't think anymore. Take it you step at a time…
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IT Generalist vs Specialist
I discuss the differences between being an IT generalist and a specialist. What do I recommend and how to keep yourself valuable throughout any type of economical issues that happen in our country.
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Experience VS Education
This morning's live podcast stream I discussed the differences between experience and education from my perspective. What do I think is more important, find out!
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Early Bird EP 8 - How I prepped for my Google Interview
In today's episode of Earl Bird I discussed how I prepared for my Google Interview. I go over what tools I used, how much I spent and time I spent to ensure I was as prepared as possible. Find out the results and what I learned from it!
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Early Bird EP 7 - Use eBay to improve your IT skills
In this episode I discuss how I used eBay to gain experience which helped me with my career. Don't let the job description for your next job intimidate you. Use eBay to buy cheap equipment to gain experience and confidence.
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Early Bird - EP 6 Study Software I recommend
And this episode of The Early Bird I discuss softwares that I am using for my studies. I also discuss softwares that I've tried and don't like. I share my experiences and attempting the CCNP, I described how I am going to approach it differently the next time around.
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Early Bird - EP 5 - Entry Level Job Descriptions
Here I discuss the challenges you may face when getting into the IT field. Take those difficulties as goal to accomplish instead of looking at them as negatives.
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Early Bird - EP 4 learning vs certification
Here are discussed the differences between learning and certifications. What it takes to get certified versus just getting the knowledge you need to pass interview questions. is it worth getting certified and everything? In this episode I discuss my opinions.
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Interviewing OSCP certified IT Technician
Here I speak with Ruddy who discusses his path into IT and how he prepared for the OSCP. He details a great background story of his life and his decisions that led him to obtain a very sought-after and difficult certification in offensive security certified professional.
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Early Bird - EP 3
Here are discuss the CCNP the types of tracks you can get certified in. I also discuss my ultimate goal of obtaining the CCIE. What should you be studying and paying attention to when coming from the CCNA to the CCNP level, find out in this podcast! TheITBlog.info
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Early Bird - EP 2
In this podcast I discuss over subscription how to avoid them can we avoid them. We rely heavily on ISPs. I also go over the process of getting a dedicated fiber connection to your home or office. I also explain how this can be limited based on your area. Weekend internet traffic is now 7 days a...
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Tech Talk and All of the TEA - EP 2
Here I discuss what I'm doing to distract myself from this pandemic. What I am doing to improve myself after all this is over. What I would do if I was to be laid off right now and my perspective as a manager to an employee who came back certified.
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Tech Talk and All of the TEA - EP 1
Here is speak about where I'm at now and tools I used during this remote work pandemic. I also speak about how it will change our industry as a whole once all this has gone through it's cycle of craziness.
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The IT Blog Podcast - When to Leave
Here describe when to leave companies what's my opinion on it. Should you stay somewhere for a long time just like your parents.
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Tech Talks and Coffee - EP 1
Here I speak about Ticket Systems and their importance in the IT industry. Why they are used which to use and my experiences with them.
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Not so Daily, Daily IT Podcast - EP 8
Here I get into some detail regarding the first Firewall I ever worked with in Real World IT experiences. How is this important to you? It's something that it's still relevant today and you should get your hands on one! Affordable options are available!
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Not so Daily, Daily IT Podcast - EP 7
Here I spoke about leadership. Why is vetting important to do so at the company you are applying for.
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Daily IT Podcast - EP 6
Here I spoke about listening to your body but at the same time not being afraid of hitting that limit. Don't listen to others when they say to stop, listen to your body and mind. You'll be surprised what you can learn with consistency.
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Daily IT Podcast - EP 5
There's a massive gap of knowledge that CEOs and business owners alike have regarding technology as a whole and security. Here I spoke about how important it is to educate others
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Daily IT Podcast - EP 4
Here I spoke about management and how it can severely affect your career and email your personal life. Make sure you pay attention to who you take advice from.
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Daily IT podcast - ep 3 take 2
Today I spoke about obstacles and how to just never stop keep pushing and persevering don't let a small thing be the reason why you didn't accomplish exactly what you wanted to do.
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Daily IT Podcast - EP 2
Here I spoke about communication and how it is critical for your success in the IT industry. How it changed me and allowed me to grow.
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Daily IT Podcast - Ep 1
Here I spoke about culture in the work place. Find a place where you BEST! Here I express my opinions on how you should approach it!
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TheITBlog intro!
My first attempt at a podcast. Background about what my podcast! TheITBlog.info is a space where techs can go and gain knowledge in ways to maneuver there way through the IT industry. Get info on Certifications and skills needed to develop a successful career in the IT industry!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The IT Blog! where IT certification tracks and materials are reviewed! Get advice on how to maneuver your way through the IT industry! #TheITBlog #RealWorldIT
HOSTED BY
Jose Rene Alvarado
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