Jump-Start a Tech Career
Aim High, But Be Realistic
Don't expect to land the perfect job on your first try. The days of frantic job-hopping and wild dotcom titles are long gone. CIOs and hiring managers recommend flexibility in job hunting, with the aim of gaining a foothold in the industry.
Networking is a must. According to Meyers, 36 percent of Hifi.com's hires come from employee referrals. And remember, just because you know Java doesn't mean you're ready for a six-figure salary. "People come in with grand schemes of making £100,000 a year right out of the box," says Meyers. "It doesn't happen that way."
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