As technology evolves, the need for qualified IT professionals is increasing in the United States. From 2021 to 2031, overall employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 14.6%, which is significant compared to the 5.3% average growth for all occupations.
Back in the early 90s, when I was young and had promise, I was hard at work one day when my computer screen froze. Unsure of what to do, I turned my screen off and then on again, several times—nothing. Firmly tapping the side of the screen also had no effect. My secretary tried to assist, but her knowledge of computers was, like mine, minimal.
When you were asked as a child what you wanted to be when you grew up, did you even know about information technology? You may have heard the term “computer science” in school, but that was usually to learn about Microsoft Word.
We all go into the career field wondering if we’re going to love the job we have. Many people spend their whole lifetime and their whole career dreading their job or hating their boss, miserable till the day they retire, quit, or get fired.
To better understand what an IT Professional is, you should become familiar with the skills an IT Professional needs to be successful in the field.
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