I met with a candidate this week who took me through his last ten years of writing certifications that yielded very little good jobs for him. He admitted to making some poor choices when choosing which technology tracks to follow. Now, he believes, he is finally on the right track with writing his CCIE.

Getting into IT can get you a great job with a great salary. People in this industry generally average more money than people in other industries. Choosing a technology too stick with can also help you to focus- something most people can’t do.

The kicker is that you’ve got to choose something that has legs for more than these next 2 years… A solid certification that isn’t a fad.