On 11-02-11 12:02 AM, TekBudda wrote:
Sorry, I don't do Windows and I only do web development if it is using
Seaside.
Biot to offend Ralph but you have to realize that Windows is the
dominant platform out there whether we like it or not & if you want to
work in IT, that may be the bullet you have to bite.
I had a similar thought when I read the "I don't do Windows" and the
caveat on web development. That eliminates 98% of the people who would
be hiring. So, you are either looking for a very very specific niche
type job, or you may have inadvertently limited yourself.
That being said I will let you know if I come across anything. Have you
thought of trying to start your own business or something?
I echo the start your own business idea, but with caution. Starting a
business is easy. Finding that first customer isn't. Finding long term
customers is even harder. (in this case customers = income). You still
have to pay the bills when the business is starting out. And it may
take as long as 3 to 5 years for a business to really get underway
(credibility/trust, word of mouth, growth, etc.).
There are a few of us in CLUG that run our own businesses, so
discussions and opinions are just a question away.
Regarding your wage comment - for $10/hour, go pump gas or some other
"low level" job. Use that to cover expenses while you hunt for a more
pertinent job or expand skillsets (you should never stop expanding your
knowledge in the IT field).
Lastly, in our industry a *lot* of people get hired because of who they
know. In otherwords there are more opportunities available to you if
you know more people who actually work in the areas you are interested
in. Networking is key (IMO). Find where these people hang out then go
there and start making friends. :)
Sorry I couldn't be more help.
Shawn
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