MISTAKES That Kill Tech Careers Before They Even Start

The Bearded I.T. Dad October 31, 2025
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Meter: Visit https://meter.com/itcareer to book a demo Everyone wants a high-paying tech career, but most people are making the same deadly mistakes that keep them stuck. In this video, you’ll hear real advice from top IT professionals, cybersecurity experts, and hiring managers on what it actually takes to break into tech in 2025, and the crucial things to avoid if you want to stand out. This isn’t another “feel-good” video; it’s the truth about how to launch your tech career, straight from people who’ve already done it. If you’re learning IT, cybersecurity, cloud, or networking, this video will show you what actually works and what to stop wasting time on. 🔗 Don’t wait—click here to start your tech career journey: https://thebeardeditdad.com/itcareeraccelerator/ Exclusive Career Resources ✅ Weekly Insider Tips: https://thebeardeditdad.ck.page/55f710292b 🎧Listen to The I.T. Career Podcast HERE: ➡︎YT: https://itdad.info/ytpodcast ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/4aw0uVM ➡︎Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3yBcrfu 📌 Watch Next: No Experience? Follow This 9-Month Plan for Career Success: https://youtu.be/Kbjj9alXUa4 Get Started in Cybersecurity and Excel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLLne0mZGoj7Pzy7ZVFzDGjBEw1cz4Ubh 0:00 Breaking Into Tech 1:45 Do Certifications Matter? 18:00 Studying Tech Skills 28:24 Networking And Linkedin 43:25 AI And The Future Of IT Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. #careeradvice #informationtechnology #ad

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