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@u_IndicationPlus601about 2 months ago · 8 months after graduation after
2/10
Settled

Pursuing system admin role with certifications

I took a system admin position to gain experience and build skills

What I wish I knew
I should have considered more internships before graduation
Career AdvancementNetworking And Cybersecurity
@u_volendoesresumes3 months ago · 2026 after
2/10
Settled

Two-page resumes are more effective than one-page resumes

One-page resumes can lead to a sensory nightmare and lack of context for recruiters

What I wish I knew
More about white space psychology and semantic ATS
Career AdvancementResume Writing
4 months ago · 1 year after
1/10
Settled

Pursuing IT degree for career advancement

Considering WGU for bachelors in networking or cybersecurity

What I wish I knew
More about job prospects in IT
Career AdvancementIt Career
@u/Nice_Tadpole53064 months ago · 8 years after
1/10
Settled

Decided to pursue IT career after being kicked out of parents' home

Worked multiple part-time jobs, studied for certifications, landed entry-level IT job, and progressed to Systems Administrator role

What I wish I knew
Certifications can be significant for career advancement
Career AdvancementIt Career
@u/beyondaverage__4 months ago · 10 years after
4/10
Mixed

Pursuing multiple finance paths

Started late in finance, unsure of path

What I wish I knew
Prioritize one path earlier
Career AdvancementFinance Career
@u/savage_cabbage255 months ago · 3 years after
2/10
Settled

Moved to US for job opportunities

Landed sales role at Fortune 500 after 3 years of focused effort

What I wish I knew
How to balance work and exploration of the US
Career AdvancementFast Track
@u/HOLDThTL5 months ago · 1 year after
5/10
Mixed

Applying for Sys Admin positions despite self-doubt

I've been working in IT Support for 10 years, self-taught and never got certifications, but coworkers say my resume is strong enough for Sys Admin positions.

What I wish I knew
I wish I knew I was capable of more than I thought
Career AdvancementMy Resume
@u/ConnorMcgarret5 months ago · 1 year after
6/10
Regret

Switching to IT field after customer service

I applied to many remote help desk jobs but got rejected

What I wish I knew
More about the skills required for help desk jobs
Career AdvancementIt Field
@u/sensitiveladybug5 months ago · 1 year after
2/10
Settled

Advance career for financial independence

I'm stuck in a stable job, want to advance

What I wish I knew
What career paths suit my introverted nature
Career AdvancementProfessional Growth
@u/Sharp_Mycologist75236 months ago · 1 year after
5/10
Mixed

Leaving Educational Specialist role

Decided Educational Specialist wasn't for me

What I wish I knew
More about Higher Education Administration
Career AdvancementService Coordinator
@u/AContaminatedCookie6 months ago · 1 year after
2/10
Settled

Pursue better-paying career path

Making 20/hour in California is barely survivable, seeking better job options

What I wish I knew
More about opportunities for advancement in lab tech field
Career AdvancementLab Technician