Goals in 2k11

Discussion in 'The Lounge - Off Topic' started by Kitkatninja, Nov 28, 2010.

  1. Apoc220

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    I'd have to say that 2011 will definitely be the year where I start getting my metaphorical "house" in order.

    Personal Goals:
    - Adopt healthier lifestyle (if weight comes off, so be it)
    - Get hitched with my special someone.
    - Enjoy life more
    - Finish associate's (or Foundation as you guys know it) degree. Two English classes away from that one.
    - Decide which IT degree to pursue. Choice between IT systems management or security (thoughts?)

    Professional/Cert Goals:
    - Achieve MCDST and MCP 70-270 before the end of the year.
    - Become more proficient in my craft, staying current on new technologies, etc.
    - FINALLY get linux installed and learn ins and outs.
    - Secure a tier 2/3 job again.
     
    Last edited: Jan 6, 2011
    Certifications: MCDST
    WIP: 70-680
  2. LukeP

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    We shall see how it goes but the plan is (in random order):

    - 70-667: SharePoint 2010 Configuring
    - 70-662: Exchange 2010 Configuring
    - Security+
    - ICND2 to upgrade CCENT to CCNA
    - top up one of my MCTS to MCITP
    - Prince2

    :blink
     
    WIP: Uhmm... not sure
  3. Gav

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    Highest Priority

    • MCDST (70-270, 70-271)
    • MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Configuring (70-236)
    • MCTS: SharePoint 2007, Configuration (70-630)
    • CompTIA Linux+, LPIC-1 (LX0-101, LX0-102)
    Medium Priority

    • MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician & MCTS: Windows Vista, Configuration (via. 70-261 upgrade exam)
    • MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician 7 (via. 70-682 upgrade exam)
    Low Priority

    • MCSA (70-290, 70-291)
    • MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration & MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration (via. 70-648 upgrade exam)
    I'm going to leave any Cisco qualifications until at least next year, and study through the OU. Why? If I study through the OU it's worth 1/6th of an honours degree!
     
  4. ethernet0

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    Remember Gav, that LPIC-1 also entitles you to Novell Certified Linux Professional for free.

    Anyway, I was planning JNCIA and CCNA but I don't feel I would benefit from these exams at this current time. I need to work further on MS technologies especially concentrating on 2008 server/AD. I see the demand in the market is far higher for the latter especially for someone with no hands on experience with Cisco kit. The CCNA I will continue to work through but at a slow pace hopefully putting me in a position to sit at the years end.

    Immediate goals:

    70-620 MCTS Vista, Config (I've had the study materials sitting here since 2008 so I may as well use them)Plenty of experience with Vista and after all it's an extra string to the bow... be it a slightly frayed one ;)

    70-640 MCTS 08 Active Directory
    70-642 MCTS Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring
    70-646 MCITP Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator
     
  5. Gav

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    That pretty much makes the CompTIA Linux+ the ultimate Linux certification then, as it entitles you to the LPIC-1 for free!
     
  6. sidimmu

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    my goals this year as a n00bie are:

    1. To complete the current certs i am doing
    2. Find that first job! :)
    3. Continue learning towards other certs N+ and so on
    4. Get my fitness level back (starting today going for a run in a bit) :O
    5. Start up BJJ and go back to karate (depending on free time, but one will be done)
    6. Get my own place.
    7. Have an awesome year!
     
  7. Kitkatninja
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    What style of karate?

    -ken
     
    Certifications: MSc, PGDip, PGCert, BSc, HNC, LCGI, MBCS CITP, MCP, MCSA, MCSE, MCE, A+, N+, S+, Server+
    WIP: MSc Cyber Security
  8. sidimmu

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    tang sao

    did it from 16 up to 18 then went to uni and couldnt find one i liked to where i moved to.

    reached 2nd duan, be a shame to just hang it up for good
     
  9. Solkazo

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    My goal is to:

    1 - Stick with one certification and keep focused
    2 - Pass my 70-680 this year
    3 - Look into plans for next years
     
    Certifications: HND Computing and Business
    WIP: Exam 70-680
  10. Apexes

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    By the end of this year i hope to:

    Have an MCTS in Server 2008 R2, Active directory, infrastructure & application infrastructure
    Start working towards MCITP: Enterprise Administrator and have maybe a couple of exams out of the way for that one.

    And also to save a bit more cash to buy a new ZX6R :mrgreen:
     
    Certifications: 70-243 MCTS: ConfigMgr 2012 | MCSE: Private Cloud
  11. LukeP

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    Good luck.

    I live in Bristol too. We should meet up for a beer one day.
     
    WIP: Uhmm... not sure
  12. BosonMichael
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    Out of curiosity, what study materials did you get? If Sybex, I'll sign it for ya. 8)

    If not Sybex, I'll just sit around and pout a bit. :biggrin
     
    Certifications: CISSP, MCSE+I, MCSE: Security, MCSE: Messaging, MCDST, MCDBA, MCTS, OCP, CCNP, CCDP, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice, CNE, SCSA, Security+, Linux+, Server+, Network+, A+
    WIP: Just about everything!
  13. ethernet0

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    haha! but alas... it is Brian Culp.
     
  14. BosonMichael
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    Dang! Ah well... you can't win them all. :oops:
     
    Certifications: CISSP, MCSE+I, MCSE: Security, MCSE: Messaging, MCDST, MCDBA, MCTS, OCP, CCNP, CCDP, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice, CNE, SCSA, Security+, Linux+, Server+, Network+, A+
    WIP: Just about everything!
  15. Beerbaron

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    It has been a good year for me so far in regards to my goals. Here's a little update.

    1. I have a contract job until 30 sept as a system administrator.
    2. Not only did i upgrade to the MCITP: edst7, i ended up with a MCTS and MCSA. Im currently working on ITIL v3F and then ive got EnCase training in Aug.
    3. Just got back from a week in Greece.
    4. Not managed this yet until i get a permanent job. Hopefully end of the year.
    5. I passed my viva and got a Merit overall for my MSc Computer Forensics.
    6. Injury free finally and playing again :D
     
    Certifications: BSc (Hons), MSc, ITIL v3F, MCP, MCDST, MCITP: edst7, MCTS, MCSA: Server 2003, MCSA: Windows 7, N+, NVQ IT lvl 3, MCSA Windows 7, VCP5, CCENT, CEH
    WIP: CISSP
  16. JSH333

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    MCSA, Server+, and possibly PDI+ & CTP+ (I'm a comptia whore)

    But MCSA mainly
     
    Certifications: A+, Network+, Security+, MCP, MCDST
    WIP: MCSA
  17. Arroryn

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    I'm sticking to some of my goals. I'm posting, so clearly haven't drank myself to death AND logging on to the forums to do it. So +1 there :)

    Lost a stone and a half of the lager weight so far, stone and a half to go, which shouldn't be too tricky.

    And maybe I'll find some unlucky bugger to love this year. If not, oh well, quite enjoying being single and not having anyone to chase around after! :D
     
    Certifications: A+, N+, MCDST, 70-410, 70-411
    WIP: Modern Languages BA
  18. kevicho

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    Thought id check this out

    Doing reasonably well on savings, long way to go though but can afford a mortgage in a reasonably crummy area haha
     
    Certifications: A+, Net+, MCSA Server 2003, 2008, Windows XP & 7 , ITIL V3 Foundation
    WIP: CCNA Renewal
  19. zebulebu

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    Yep, on-track so far.
     
    Certifications: A few
    WIP: None - f*** 'em
  20. GSteer

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    2011 IT Certs: 70-291, 70-680 = MCSA Completed | 70-648, 70-646 = MCITP Server 2008 Administrator (Upgrade)
    2011 IT Targets: Build Linux From Scratch (if not done in 2010) | Learn Visio | Setup a proper vitualised test environment
    2011 Work Targets: Land a job in the UK (depending on Canadian visa's) | Create better documentation templates
    2011 Non IT Targets: Read [0/24] | Write [0/12] | Blog [0/52] | Photoshoots [0/24] | Learn to Brew (Beer this time)


    Well - half way through the year and due to health issues pretty much everything was put on hold, although the following six months will hopefully be brighter. So Far:

    2011 IT Certs: None completed
    2011 IT Targets: The test environment is up and running
    2011 Work Targets: Staying in Canada, some doc templates done
    2011 Non IT Targets: Reading 11/24, Writing 0/12, Blog 2/52 (effectively closed down), Photoshoots 3/24

    Here's to the next 6 months!
     
    Certifications: BSc. (Comp. Sci.), MBCS, MCP [70-290], Specialist [74-324], Security+, Network+, A+, Tea Lord: Beverage Brewmaster | Courses: LFS101x Introduction to Linux (edX)
    WIP: CCNA Routing & Switching

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