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On Tue, 2 Feb 1999 07:42:19 +0800, "Robert" <Nolde@wantree.com.au>
wrote:

>im a student and i was interested in what most employers look for in a
>consultant. is it usualy a degree or what?
>any help would be apreciated!
>what about computer hardwardware technitians and stuff like that? what sort
>of pay can be expected for either?
>thanks!
>
>please quote the currency your talking about(im in australia, so if your not
>he its very relevant)
>
>Robert Stephenson
>
>
First, they want someone who is intelligent.  Intellgent people don't
post a question about career advice in a newsgroup that talks about
DVD players.

Second, they like people who can spell, and if they can't do that too
well, use a spell checker.

Being serious, companies DO want those qualities.  I don't care how
many certifications you have, or how many languages you know, you
still have to be able to think.

Some people have posted advice.  Many suggest getting MCSE
certification.  Is this useful??  Sure, if you want to do PC stuff
(such as Windows NT).  Is it required??  Hell no.  I don't have a
stinking MCSE certification, and I have a job. 

Remember, the computer world does not revolve around Intel PCs and
Microsoft operating systems.  I have worked in the business for over 4
years, and not once did I work on a system that was PC based.  

Go learn COBOL.  I'm SERIOUS.  No joke.  There will be a continued
demand for COBOL programmers, even after Y2K.  Do you think they are
converting all that legacy stuff to C++, VB, and SQL Server??  Hell
no.  They just patch it up.  There is a TON of COBOL code that gets
maintained, and new COBOL development occurs every day.  

Also, despite what some may say, people comming out of school CAN be
useful.  Many companies (at least in the US), have extensive training
programs for new hires.  They train you.  You don't pay for it, and
you STILL get a paycheck.  What a deal.

Best of luck.

Jeff