I'm a computer technician right now, but i dont see my self doing this forever, becuase it is to repetitive. I have strong problemsolving skills and also very competitive.
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If you want to create technology, an Electrical Engineer is probably best.
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Perhaps you could create procedures for your successful business, so you can partly delegate the tasks to someone you trust. Then you'd have more time to pursue your passionate career. Good luck!
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Yes, it is quite OK.  You are going to have many jobs throughout your life time, until you find your career.  Sometimes you need experience with other jobs to learn your desires and gain some skills.
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Yeah yeah, Ok Lu - Good for you - but back to the subject - not you using this thread to glorify yourself and your problem solving abilities. :-&#92;\n\nBack to the subject.......\n\nI totally agree with you Phil C - It's like when I was at school and Encarta just came out. All the kids with computers used to just cut and paste HUGE chunks of it into thier homework. \n\nIt's the same as all this coursework B*llsh*t. Kids racking up a grade without even sitting an exam - It should be all down to the tests, not studying and putting together studies that equate to 60% of your final grade.\n\nLife is stressful and in the working world it all comes donw to the crunch - They should be educated to deal with pressure from a younger age - then we wouldn;t get so many flakey Grads in jobs that have no idea about thinking on thier feet.\n\nKids are lazy as hell - we are just helping that.\n\nLu - There is a trait called modesty I believe you should look into developing. But I guess you are only a kid so brag. brag, brag away my smug little one. :-|
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Actually its not what your know its who you know. In any work situation you gotta know the right people in order to get where you wanna go. You also have to really want that job and keep after it, sell your self. I do not have a collage degree Yet I am a Computer Tech.. I work for a fourtane 500 company that is one of the top best places to work and most wanted places to work.
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My husband has no formal education in computers and he has worked on them for about 4 years now.  He runs into people that are A+ certified and says that they "act" like the know everything about computers when really they're ignorant jerks.  Just don't be like that and I think you'll be fine.
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Just my 2 cents, but I am an application support analyst, in fact, we have several at my job.  We all have our systems and we are reponsible for those systems.  Some require programming knowledge, some require interface knowledge (like HL7), and some jut require that you know how to do the basic troubleshooting and call the system vendor for the rest.  This job title is a very vague term in the industry, so call around to some places you are interested in, and speak to one.  I am sure someone would give you 5 minuutes of yout time... I just did!\n\nGood Luck!
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Just to see if it can be done. Each time it is more challenging. Also, it is not as bad as everybody says. Just look hope many people work in internet security :)
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I feel you.  I am the same way.  Most of the time its because I learn the position and get bored.  Then I move on to the next challenge.  In my mind, there is absolutely nothing wrong with doing this.  You are getting all you can out of an employer and building up your resume.  One thing that I know is that in the corporate world,your expendable.  You could be the best worker in the world, enjoy what you do everyday, and be canned tomorrow because the co. didn't make the profits they thought they would. Your best bet is to continue to move on until you really find your calling or open your onwn business so you are your own boss.
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If you keep the average level, it is okay. Keep on doing efforts =)\nBecause these careers don't include too much math, don't you worry.
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I asked a couple friends, one that owns a large IT service center and another that has a B.S. in Computer Science.  They both agreed that it would be best to start in your career now with what you have. Then go back to school and get some more knowledge.  They both agree that knowledge is 49% of what gets you paid and experience is 51%\n\nBut the choice is yours, it's your future, don't let anyone decide for you
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Your best chance is to get a job as an entry-level PC tech in a medium to large company where there is enough work to keep you busy. Smaller companies will typically want to hire fewer admins, but with more experience and education than you have described. Also, larger companies often have more budget money for paying to send their admins to various training courses every year or so. If you've taught yourself everything you know from the Internet, that is a very good sign and an appealing quality you should play up in an interview. If you're already fixing other people's machines, you probably understand already how important it is to show a courteous and helpful attitude toward the people who come to you for help. That will get you so much farther than a sombrero full of dubious certifications. As for the math, don't let that discourage you from programming in at least some capacity, even if it's just for fun.\n\nBest of luck to you on your quest
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I think that opportunities in computer technology in the US are still pretty great.  Pay in the US would obviously be more, but I imagine the cost of living would go up as well.  I think those who are skilled in your field can make a good living.
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As regards future usefulness it is hard to beat Computing.\n\nBest of luck !
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The good bit is that you have experience. I would get some certs too as some of those hiring like to see them whether you think it really indicates ability or not. So the usual A+,network+, MCP,MCSA.MCSE etc and whatever your specialism is (mine was citrix). If you could get some documented project management experience then that would give more opportunity to "shop around" in terms of pastures new. There is, apparently another skills shortage in some areas of IT.Obviously IT is another profession where ageism also plays a part.
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i tend to agree.. i have been a pc jockey for a bit too long myself and its occuring more and more to me lately that there actually is a world outside.  sometimes im shocked when the sun hits my face, so maybe it's time to stuff the box in the closet and take out my walking shoes.  id like to write a book too, but i find the time passing on the internet most days, then another and another.  thing is, every day is the same on the internet and there doesnt seem to be any real point to it.  hm
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I am really glad that you want to motivate your skills but in my company if someone doens't have the execptional level on basic computer programs - there is no start the job.  These programs have been around for 20 years now.  I love the go and get it done - and if you check with any schools in your area - both high schools and college - most will have adult classes that you can take that you don't have to be enrolled in full time to get into.  \n\nFor others out there, if you are are 17-20 yrs old person there is no reason why you should not be able to do intermediate level work in Word, Excel, and Access.  At least be able to use the help file and post information on the internet so that someone across the BIG POND is able to look it up and make decisions within a few minutes.  \n\nFor what I will refer to NON traditional students - which since these programs have been taught for 10 or so years no in the school system-I suggest you get on some books and learn them if you have graduated within the last 10-15 years.  For everyone else see the above advice.  I live in an area where 4 high schools give classes for those 35 and older for free - as many times as you would like to take them.  (You have to buy a book around 35 dollars) and the colleges teach the higher level classes on weekends - the materials are about $35 as well.  There are 6 colleges locally three of which teach the class for 5-10 dollars a person.