I have been multitasking like a mad man. When I have the opportunity to do so, I like to use resources that get me right to the point, are of high quality, and are accurate- Even if I have to pay for them. This brings me to the reason for my post today. Today I am reaching out to you, the reader.
As I have mentioned in previous posts I am working on the instructor certification for CIPT1. In order to do so I must of course know the content in and out, which usually means going over the Cisco…
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oDesk Adds Facebook Connect. Will it Be Useful?
oDesk, the web-based tool for workteams, now supports Facebook Connect. This goes for both oDesk registered buyers and service providers, extending oDesk user capabilities to find the right person for the job within their social graph.
The three main aspects of oDesk’s Facebook Connect integration include the ability to share information including job openings, oDesk profile updates, and test results. As your oDesk profile acts as your online resume, an update to your profile could mean you have added more job experience or have received certification that adds a few letters after your name.
These are important updates for an…
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The New Cisco Certified Architect (CCA)
So what is a CCA? Well according to the release “The Cisco Certified Architect certification recognizes the architectural experience and competency of network designers who can support the increasingly complex networks of global organizations and effectively translate business strategies into evolutionary technical strategies.
So, because experience is part of being a CCA approximately 10 years of industry experience is one of the prerequisites. Next because a CCA is testing competnecy of network designers the CCDE is also required as a prerequsite.. Finally, just to be accepted to the program you must submit an application. I would assume that the lower…
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Free CCNA Technical Introduction for CCNA Candidates
If the Widget below does not allow you to register simply leave a comment with your email (nobody but me will see it) and I will manually enroll you.
In the near future I will be releasing a CCNA Mentoring Program designed to assist CCNA candidates in obtaining the CCNA Certification. As an introduction to the program I will be holding a free CCNA Technical Introduction online this Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 at 5pm PST. the embedded widget will allow you to register.
Again, this is designed for those working on the CCNA. I realize many of you that follow…
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Are You Thinking Of Pursuing A Degree In Accounting? by: Erik Jon
The meticulous and rigorous world of accounting is the backbone of business finance. At the very basic level, accountants provide basic bookkeeping services to businesses. These services involve keeping records of every financial transaction the business makes, then using those records to assemble financial statements like income statements and balance sheets. These records can then be used to prepare taxes, which is another fundamental accounting service.But, accounting provides so much more than simple bookkeeping services to businesses.• Financial planning• Business valuation• Tax planning• Auditing servicesThese are just a few of the services that accountants provide, which can enhance, and are…
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A Guide on LPN online programs by: Kim Nguyen
The usual first thing that someone would do if he or she wants to be a nurse is to be a nurse’s assistant. Then, if one wishes, they could apply to be a licensed practical nurse granted they accomplished all requirements that is asked from them depending on what state they are in. Duties of a licensed practical nurse is basically to take vital signs such as taking the patient’s blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, pulse and respiration rate, with a supervised registered nurse or doctor.A licensed practical nurse programs can take a long time to accomplish. Here is when…
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CCIE R&S Becomes More “Real World”?
Interesting statement…but one that’s direct from Cisco. In October, CCIE R&S undergoes a “real world” revision to make the skills more applicable to day-to-day jobs. Interesting quote from Maurilio Gorito (he was my proctor “back in the day”):
Q: Will it be harder to pass when the new exams go live?
A – MG: Since the focus of CCIE R&S certification has shifted to job readiness, candidates with less job experience may find the exams more difficult . On the other hand, some candidates may find the written exam easier since it is less focused on equipment specs and more…
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New GlobalConfig.net eNewsletter Information
For a few days now I have been running a lightbox pop-up for those who have just visited my site. The popup asks you to sign up for my eNewsletter. I never really explained it, so here it is:
The Campaign will only run until may 15th.
After May 15th the eNewsletter popup will no longer appear.
Those that sign up for the eNewsletter will be enrolled in a drawing for a free signed copy of my Cisco Press book, CCNA Wireless Official Exam Certification Guide. (Drawing on June 1st)
You will receive a monthly newsletter filled with tips and tricks to…
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CCIE R&S Updates: Not Breaking News, But Good News!
Over the Past Year I have tried to provide relevant information about the CCIE training that is out there as well as some of the updates to the CCIE Program itself. I have blogged about IPexpert as weIl as Internetwork Expert, and I’ve even talked about the new 360 Program.
Well, today I got an email, but I was unable to post about it earlier due to some family business I had to tend to. Here is what I was told:
Cisco today announced a major revision to its CCIE Routing & Switching (R&S) certification and the corresponding 360 Learning…
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Quote of the Day: Lee Segall
I don’t usually have a quote of the day but I’ve finished reading “Ready for Anything” by David Allen. If you are not familiar with David Allen he is basically an Efficiency coach. He wrote a book called “Getting Things Done” which I read about 14 months ago. I really enjoyed that book and it helped to break up the monotony of my CCIE study. Because of that I decided to read his other book in my spare time.
At any rate, the point is that I came across this quote in there that made me re-think how I have…
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An Interview with Me: CCNA Voice
InformIT just posted an interview with me from the last Cisco Live! event (why’d they rename it from Cisco Networkers anyway? I liked that better) about the CCNA Voice certification. Here’s the links, if you’re interested; I’m keeping them here for my own reference. It’s not every day you get to meet someone like Jeff Doyle!
CCNA Voice Interview, Part 1
CCNA Voice Interview, Part 2
***Disclaimer – these interviews were recorded before the CCNA Voice was announced by Cisco. Up until that point, they informed me that the only pre-req. for the CCNA Voice would be a CCENT certification…
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Cisco Updates Certification Logos
Cisco apparently has refaced the look of all the certification logos for use on resumes, business cards, etc… for certified individuals. I’m anxious to see them, but completely forgot my logon information (you need your CSCO number…) for the Cisco Certification website. Here’s the scoop direct from Cisco:
