B Rudy wrote: > > Hey guys, I just got an offer to become a 2nd senior network > engineer for this company in Orange Country. Great News i know!! > > Dilemma: I am a CCNP but have no local Area Nework > Experience. Going to be workin with Catalyst 6500 switches. > Also i have about 2 yrs working with cisco equipment, however, > dont feel i am ready for a senior title and duties. Also > working with cisco routers. > > What do you guys think i should do? > > 1. Take the job and see how it works out? Maybe mess up their > network and look real dumb and unknowledgable on some > troubleshooting. risked getting fired?
You have to look dumb to grow. Don't worry about what others think of you anyway. It's not something you can control. Work hard and you'll prove yourself even if you do make mistakes at first. > 2. Let the job go, and watch a great opp float away? Are you kidding? Don't let the opportunity float away. The only reason I could think of for not taking it is if you know that you have personal reasons (family, hobby, etc.) that are going to mean you can't give this job your full attention, and I mean full. You'll probably be working more than 40 hours a week to start. You asked "the guys" for their perspective, but I'm sure you don't mind a gal's perspective either. ;-) To be honest, I'm surprised to see a guy expressing a lack of confidence. That's so rare. :-) We gals are eaten up by it and we express it more than we should in the workplace, I think. I see it as a very healthy sign that you were able to express it (at least to us). On the job, I would recommend that you don't express your lack of confidence too explicitly, though, but do ask for help when you need it or you won't learn. And don't worry if you look dumb for a while. It will take time, but pretty soon you will have credibility with your co-workers because you're going to work hard and do a great job, I predict! Good luck and congratulations! Priscilla > 3. Keep the existing job i have working with cisco equipment > and technology? > > p.s. This job is a senior position, so meaning senior pay. > very positive aspect, and a great company going places. over > 4000 employees. > > Your output is greatly appreciated. Really need some advice. > Thanx Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=69794&t=69746 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
