Ep. 185 IT Helpdesk helped Triple his income

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD interviews Tavis Mitchell, a former coaching client who tripled his salary by leveraging help desk roles as a foundation to move into high-paying IT positions. They discuss Tavis’s journey from teaching to IT, the importance of networking, certifications, optimizing LinkedIn, job hopping, and advancing within tech, emphasizing practical skills and career strategy.
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00:00 Introduction 
06:40 Challenges and Insights in IT Roles
12:48 Interview Tips and Career Growth
19:33 Career Coaching and Success Stories
27:03 GRC Work and Technical Skills
33:17 New Role in Enterprise IT
35:11 The Importance of Legacy Technologies
45:29 Identity Access Management Explained
51:02 The Power of LinkedIn
56:36 Navigating Job Market Challenges
01:05:59 Financial Growth and Lifestyle Changes
01:09:34 The Value of Education and Networking
01:13:49 The Importance of Mentorship
01:20:41 Navigating Office Politics
01:24:23 Skills for Enterprise IT
01:26:54 The Role of Job Hopping in Career Growth
01:34:17 The Impact of Sports on Professional Life

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