Thread by @labeveryday

10 steps to advance out of entry level tech jobs.

1. Projects - lots of them. You don’t have to lead them. But if you can great. Either way be involved in everything!

2. Higher level certifications - 20 entry level certifications will get you 20 entry level jobs!

3. Be more professional - take yourself and your career serious. Don’t just show up for a check! Show up and show out!

4. Find a mentor - this can be a person, books, videos, or course. Either way find someone that is doing or has done what you want to do and follow them!

5. Challenge yourself - take on more challenging tasks at work. Typical breakfix tickets will not make you grow! Be the person they call when everything goes wrong. Don’t back down!

6. Apply for the position anyway! Most jobs have a wish list. Believe in yourself and go after every job think you can do!

7. Build your network - if your LinkedIn ain’t selling who you are than you need to fix it! Use social media to your advantage.

8. Tighten up your resume and interview skills. Make sure you know what’s on your resume. Write a script for who are & what you do. Then practice it over and over. Interview like a boss!

9. Believe in yourself - If you are putting in the work. Believe that you can do more and do it! The next level can be tough, but you know have put in the work! Believe in yourself!

10. Don’t give up! If steps 1-9 didn’t work. Ask for feedback from managers and coworkers. Don’t take it personal. Just see where you can improve.

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