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In this video, we'll talk about goal setting for the year 2024. Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, or just looking to improve your life, these tips will help you set and achieve your goals for the upcoming year. Start 2024 with a clear plan and achieve your dreams!

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Linux Essentials: https://amzn.to/3N6wlDC

Cloud Certifications 
Cloud Essentials+ Study Guide: https://amzn.to/3TBdBAl

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00:00 Start
00:42 Goal Setting Backstory 
02:48 Goals from 2023
04:01 2023 Goal Results
05:37 2024 Goals and Action Plan
09:40 Whats Your Goals for 2024 

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In this episode I got over some of the best certifications for the helpdesk, in my opinion. Some of these certifications I list, qualifies you for a higher position. But without enterprise experience, a higher level cert helps a lot with landing your first role. Once you get in the door, trust the process and move up the ladder to your desired role. 

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Project Management
Project+ Certification Kit :https://amzn.to/3uxZ5yY

Cisco CCNA
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide and Practice Test Kit:https://amzn.to/46olA6p
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide: https://amzn.to/47IdpmD
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library: https://amzn.to/3sW7uLT
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Volume 2: https://amzn.to/47t4TYS

Network+
Network+ All in One: https://amzn.to/3uBYZq3
Todd Lammle Network+: https://amzn.to/414pn7O

Security+
Certification Kit: https://amzn.to/46CvKAr
Security+ All In One: https://amzn.to/3QYXcml

CISA Certifications
CISA All In One Exam Guide: https://amzn.to/3RkCcrE
CISA Study Guide: https://amzn.to/3RndkiP

Linux Certifications
Linux+ Study Guide: https://amzn.to/46CwjKz
Linux+ All In One:https://amzn.to/3sTIIMB
LPIC-1:https://amzn.to/3R0l2hr
RHCSA: https://amzn.to/47zue3j
Linux Essentials: https://amzn.to/3N6wlDC

Cloud Certifications 
Cloud Essentials+ Study Guide: https://amzn.to/3TBdBAl

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00:00 Start
00:35 Helpdesk Monologue 
01:48 CompTia A+
02:39 Network+
04:00 Security+
05:30 CCNA
08:30 Cloud

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In this video, I'm taking a look back at the year in review. Highlights include:

-Top 5 Episodes
-My favorite episode
-Lessons learned
-Future plans

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The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: https://amzn.to/3T9Kmo5

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Project Management
Project+ Certification Kit :https://amzn.to/3uxZ5yY

Cisco CCNA
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide and Practice Test Kit:https://amzn.to/46olA6p
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide: https://amzn.to/47IdpmD
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library: https://amzn.to/3sW7uLT
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Volume 2: https://amzn.to/47t4TYS

Network+
Network+ All in One: https://amzn.to/3uBYZq3
Todd Lammle Network+: https://amzn.to/414pn7O

Security+
Certification Kit: https://amzn.to/46CvKAr
Security+ All In One: https://amzn.to/3QYXcml

CISA Certifications
CISA All In One Exam Guide: https://amzn.to/3RkCcrE
CISA Study Guide: https://amzn.to/3RndkiP

Linux Certifications
Linux+ Study Guide: https://amzn.to/46CwjKz
Linux+ All In One:https://amzn.to/3sTIIMB
LPIC-1:https://amzn.to/3R0l2hr
RHCSA: https://amzn.to/47zue3j
Linux Essentials: https://amzn.to/3N6wlDC

Cloud Certifications 
Cloud Essentials+ Study Guide: https://amzn.to/3TBdBAl

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00:00 Start
00:41 Overview
01:40 CCST
03:00 Network+ Vs CCNA
03:52 Day in the life of Network Engineer
04:56 Network Engineer Roadmap 
05:40 How I passed my CCNA Exam 
06:30 My Favorite Episode
07:27 Lessons Learned
08:40 Future Plans

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In this video, I answer questions from listeners of the show. This is the third edition of this type of episode. In this episode I gather questions from all my social platforms and choose a few to answer in deeper detail. If you have any questions email them to [email protected], never know your questions could be answered in an episode. 

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The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: https://amzn.to/3T9Kmo5

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Project Management
Project+ Certification Kit :https://amzn.to/3uxZ5yY

Cisco CCNA
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide and Practice Test Kit:https://amzn.to/46olA6p
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide: https://amzn.to/47IdpmD
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library: https://amzn.to/3sW7uLT
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Volume 2: https://amzn.to/47t4TYS

Network+
Network+ All in One: https://amzn.to/3uBYZq3
Todd Lammle Network+: https://amzn.to/414pn7O

Security+
Certification Kit: https://amzn.to/46CvKAr
Security+ All In One: https://amzn.to/3QYXcml

CISA Certifications
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CISA Study Guide: https://amzn.to/3RndkiP

Linux Certifications
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Linux+ All In One:https://amzn.to/3sTIIMB
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RHCSA: https://amzn.to/47zue3j
Linux Essentials: https://amzn.to/3N6wlDC

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Your network is your net worth! In this episode, we dive into the world of networking in the IT industry. Learn seven valuable tips to help you make connections and build relationships with other IT professionals. Don't miss out - like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell to stay updated on all our IT insights!


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Audible Free Trial: https://amzn.to/3uQayKf
Think and Grow Rich: https://amzn.to/487YtOH
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: https://amzn.to/3T9Kmo5

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Project Management
Project+ Certification Kit :https://amzn.to/3uxZ5yY

Cisco CCNA
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide and Practice Test Kit:https://amzn.to/46olA6p
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide: https://amzn.to/47IdpmD
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library: https://amzn.to/3sW7uLT
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Volume 2: https://amzn.to/47t4TYS

Network+
Network+ All in One: https://amzn.to/3uBYZq3
Todd Lammle Network+: https://amzn.to/414pn7O

Security+
Certification Kit: https://amzn.to/46CvKAr
Security+ All In One: https://amzn.to/3QYXcml

CISA Certifications
CISA All In One Exam Guide: https://amzn.to/3RkCcrE
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Linux Certifications
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Linux+ All In One:https://amzn.to/3sTIIMB
LPIC-1:https://amzn.to/3R0l2hr
RHCSA: https://amzn.to/47zue3j
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Timecodes
00:00 Start
02:00 Social Media 
04:58 Online Communities
06:30 Industry Events
09:00 Local Meetups
10:40 Personal Website or Blog
12:13 Mentorships
13:30 Cold Outreach

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In this video, we explore the importance of consistency and patience. Consistency means putting in the work every day, maintaining your habits, and adhering to a particular standard. And let's not forget about patience. Success takes time, so trust the process and know that your time will come. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, these traits are key to achieving your long-term goals. Don't forget to subscribe and click that notification bell for more valuable insights!


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Audible Free Trial: https://amzn.to/3uQayKf
Think and Grow Rich: https://amzn.to/487YtOH
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: https://amzn.to/3T9Kmo5

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Project Management
Project+ Certification Kit :https://amzn.to/3uxZ5yY

Cisco CCNA
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide and Practice Test Kit:https://amzn.to/46olA6p
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide: https://amzn.to/47IdpmD
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library: https://amzn.to/3sW7uLT
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Volume 2: https://amzn.to/47t4TYS

Network+
Network+ All in One: https://amzn.to/3uBYZq3
Todd Lammle Network+: https://amzn.to/414pn7O

Security+
Certification Kit: https://amzn.to/46CvKAr
Security+ All In One: https://amzn.to/3QYXcml

CISA Certifications
CISA All In One Exam Guide: https://amzn.to/3RkCcrE
CISA Study Guide: https://amzn.to/3RndkiP

Linux Certifications
Linux+ Study Guide: https://amzn.to/46CwjKz
Linux+ All In One:https://amzn.to/3sTIIMB
LPIC-1:https://amzn.to/3R0l2hr
RHCSA: https://amzn.to/47zue3j
Linux Essentials: https://amzn.to/3N6wlDC


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Timecodes
00:00 Intro
03:50 Setting Clear Goals
05:00 Break large task into smaller task 
06:10 Establish a routine
07: 50 Practice Delayed Gratification
10:05 Develop a Growth Mindset

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In this episode, we dive into the CCNA exam topics and help you create a personalized study plan. Get ready to tackle networking like a pro! Don't forget to hit that like & subscribe button.


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CCNA Exam Topics:
 https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/s/ccna-exam-topics

How I passed My CCNA Exam:
https://youtu.be/9ENDC9FJ5Vw?si=uksjFjtUwFZ5qxvm


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Cisco CCNA
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide and Practice Test Kit:https://amzn.to/46olA6p
Todd Lammle CCNA Certification Study Guide: https://amzn.to/47IdpmD
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library: https://amzn.to/3sW7uLT
Wendell Odom CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Volume 2: https://amzn.to/47t4TYS

Network+
Network+ All in One: https://amzn.to/3uBYZq3
Todd Lammle Network+: https://amzn.to/414pn7O

Security+
Certification Kit: https://amzn.to/46CvKAr
Security+ All In One: https://amzn.to/3QYXcml

CISA Certifications
CISA All In One Exam Guide: https://amzn.to/3RkCcrE
CISA Study Guide: https://amzn.to/3RndkiP

Linux Certifications
Linux+ Study Guide: https://amzn.to/46CwjKz
Linux+ All In One:https://amzn.to/3sTIIMB
LPIC-1:https://amzn.to/3R0l2hr
RHCSA: https://amzn.to/47zue3j
Linux Essentials: https://amzn.to/3N6wlDC


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Timecodes
00:00 Intro
00:39 Printout Exam Topics
01:22 Identify Your Study Resources
02:10 Describe or Explain
03:05 Compare
04:35 Configure
05:12 Interpret
06:02 Troubleshoot or Identify

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In this video, we're going to take a look at the five top project management certifications. These certifications will give you the skills you need to manage projects successfully.

If you're interested in pursuing a career in project management, then you need to learn about the different certifications available. This video will teach you about the top five project management certifications and how they can benefit you. After watching this video, you'll have a better understanding of what these certifications involve and which one is right for you!


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PMI Certifications: https://www.pmi.org/certifications
Project+: https://www.comptia.org
Scrum Master: https://www.scrumalliance.org/


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Calling all remote workers and IT enthusiasts! In today's episode, we delve into the world of working remotely as an IT professional. Join us as we explore the benefits and drawbacks of this lifestyle. Don't forget to click like, subscribe, and ring that notification bell to never miss a video. Welcome to Debt Free and IT!


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Are you an IT professional working for a company that never closes? If so, you know all too well about the joys and challenges of being on call 24/7. In this video, we'll explore the pros and cons of being on call in the IT world. Stay tuned to find out more and don't forget to subscribe and hit that notification bell!


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