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With a genuine passion for technology and a purpose-driven mission to uplift others, I'm here to guide you through the ever-evolving landscape of the IT industry. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your career, you've found a community dedicated to your growth. In-Depth Advice & Insights: Leveraging my journey from Help Desk to Director of Network Operations within just three years, I share actionable strategies to accelerate your career progression. Conversations with Experts: Gain exclusive insights from industry leaders, offering you a diverse perspective on navigating the IT field.Your journey in tech is unique, and here at The Bearded IT Dad, we celebrate every step of that journey. Subscribe and dive into our resources—your next big breakthrough could be just one video away.
Issue 03 · This Week's Move The "spray and pray" method is a trap. Here is what to do instead. Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 5 min read Hey Reader, (Listen to the podcast version here) Let’s talk about a trend that is quietly killing your odds of getting hired right now. Every single day, I see people bragging about how they used AI to auto-apply to 400 jobs in ten minutes, or how they used it to generate hundreds of generic cover letters with a single click. They think they found a cheat code....
Issue 02 · This Week's Move The Help Desk Hire Playbook (No Experience Required) Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 5 min read Hey Reader, Quick story before we get into it. Last month, I got a message from a reader named Marcus. He'd been applying for help desk jobs for nine months. Forty-plus applications. Two interviews. Zero offers. Two weeks after we got on a call, he had three offers on the table. The starting salary on the one he took was 52K. Nothing about Marcus changed. No new certs. No...
Hey Reader, Most people trying to break into IT are stuck in "Tutorial Hell." They have the certs, they’ve done the labs, but they’re still getting ghosted by recruiters. The problem isn't your talent. It’s your direction. I’ve decided to open up 1-on-1 Premium+ Coaching for 10 people who are ready to stop guessing and start interviewing. Here’s the deal: I (and my team of experts) will personally handle the hardest parts of the job hunt for you. The Resume: We don’t give you a template. We...