WEBVTT

1
00:00:00.080 --> 00:00:02.799
<v Speaker 1>Okay, so you want to boost your tech career.

2
00:00:03.120 --> 00:00:05.280
<v Speaker 2>Maybe land a job with a six figure salary.

3
00:00:05.360 --> 00:00:09.519
<v Speaker 1>Well, that's the kind of power a Cisco Certified Network Associate.

4
00:00:09.119 --> 00:00:11.919
<v Speaker 2>Or CCNA and give you. And you know what, We're.

5
00:00:11.759 --> 00:00:15.400
<v Speaker 1>Going deep into the Cisco CCNA Command Guide to give

6
00:00:15.439 --> 00:00:19.079
<v Speaker 1>you the inside scoop on everything from acing.

7
00:00:18.719 --> 00:00:21.039
<v Speaker 2>That exam to navigating the world of Cisco.

8
00:00:21.160 --> 00:00:24.160
<v Speaker 1>It's a pretty fascinating world, it really is. This skybook

9
00:00:24.199 --> 00:00:25.160
<v Speaker 1>is like a treasure map.

10
00:00:25.280 --> 00:00:25.480
<v Speaker 2>Yeah.

11
00:00:25.559 --> 00:00:29.760
<v Speaker 1>It takes you through Cisco's history. Huh, their incredible range

12
00:00:29.800 --> 00:00:34.119
<v Speaker 1>of products, and most importantly, the practical skills.

13
00:00:33.679 --> 00:00:36.119
<v Speaker 2>You need to really succeed.

14
00:00:35.799 --> 00:00:39.240
<v Speaker 1>In the networking field. Absolutely all right, So picture this, okay.

15
00:00:39.280 --> 00:00:44.640
<v Speaker 1>Stanford University nineteen eighty four. Two employees, Sandra Lerner and

16
00:00:44.759 --> 00:00:48.560
<v Speaker 1>Leonard Bosak. They have this crazy idea using.

17
00:00:48.399 --> 00:00:52.640
<v Speaker 2>Router technology to connect multiple computer systems. Bim this go

18
00:00:52.840 --> 00:00:56.200
<v Speaker 2>is born. But here's where the story gets juicy.

19
00:00:56.359 --> 00:00:57.759
<v Speaker 1>I love juicy stories.

20
00:00:57.920 --> 00:01:00.560
<v Speaker 2>Their first router, nickname the Blue.

21
00:01:00.320 --> 00:01:02.679
<v Speaker 1>Box, was actually a modified version.

22
00:01:02.479 --> 00:01:05.799
<v Speaker 2>Of a Spanford router. And get this, they even used

23
00:01:06.000 --> 00:01:11.239
<v Speaker 2>unlicensed software, leading to some legal drama.

24
00:01:12.079 --> 00:01:13.120
<v Speaker 1>With the university.

25
00:01:13.319 --> 00:01:14.840
<v Speaker 2>Talk about a rebellious start.

26
00:01:15.079 --> 00:01:17.680
<v Speaker 1>Yeah, Cisco definitely has that startup.

27
00:01:17.400 --> 00:01:20.480
<v Speaker 2>That scrappy startup vibe right even from the beginning.

28
00:01:20.560 --> 00:01:22.519
<v Speaker 1>But you'd think, I know, right, that would be a

29
00:01:22.560 --> 00:01:26.120
<v Speaker 1>major setback. Yeah, but they persevered.

30
00:01:25.840 --> 00:01:29.200
<v Speaker 2>These secured a license from Stanford huh, and went on

31
00:01:29.239 --> 00:01:32.599
<v Speaker 2>to become a tech titan. A tech titan in fact,

32
00:01:32.799 --> 00:01:36.359
<v Speaker 2>during the dot com boom, Cisco was the world's most

33
00:01:36.439 --> 00:01:40.280
<v Speaker 2>valuable company. Wow, even surpassing giants like Apple.

34
00:01:40.560 --> 00:01:41.319
<v Speaker 1>That's amazing.

35
00:01:41.439 --> 00:01:42.680
<v Speaker 2>It's a classic store of the.

36
00:01:42.640 --> 00:01:47.760
<v Speaker 1>Innovation and resilience for sure, and Cisco's early success really

37
00:01:47.799 --> 00:01:52.200
<v Speaker 1>shows their dominance in networking. But it also shows how quickly,

38
00:01:52.359 --> 00:01:54.840
<v Speaker 1>how quickly things can change in the tech world. So true,

39
00:01:54.879 --> 00:01:57.640
<v Speaker 1>things change all the time. Cisco was way more than

40
00:01:57.680 --> 00:02:00.799
<v Speaker 1>just routers these days. Oh yeah, We're talking collaborate tools

41
00:02:00.840 --> 00:02:02.120
<v Speaker 1>like WebEx.

42
00:02:01.719 --> 00:02:03.560
<v Speaker 2>The go to for remote teams everywhere.

43
00:02:03.640 --> 00:02:07.319
<v Speaker 1>This shows how Cisco's influence reaches far beyond just the.

44
00:02:07.280 --> 00:02:08.840
<v Speaker 2>Hardware, beyond the server room.

45
00:02:09.120 --> 00:02:12.039
<v Speaker 1>They're shaping how we work, how we connect on a

46
00:02:12.080 --> 00:02:12.960
<v Speaker 1>global scale.

47
00:02:13.000 --> 00:02:17.439
<v Speaker 2>Absolutely, and their reach extends to advanced security features.

48
00:02:17.080 --> 00:02:19.240
<v Speaker 1>Specialized solutions for different.

49
00:02:18.960 --> 00:02:22.599
<v Speaker 2>Industries, training and consulting services that you name it. They've

50
00:02:22.639 --> 00:02:23.919
<v Speaker 2>woven themselves.

51
00:02:23.520 --> 00:02:26.280
<v Speaker 1>Into the very fabric of our digital lives.

52
00:02:26.319 --> 00:02:29.000
<v Speaker 2>Without a doubt, it's mind blowing, it really.

53
00:02:28.759 --> 00:02:31.599
<v Speaker 1>Is to think how much we rely on Cisco technology

54
00:02:31.680 --> 00:02:32.520
<v Speaker 1>every day.

55
00:02:32.479 --> 00:02:35.400
<v Speaker 2>Every single day. Let's get down to brass tacks. Let's

56
00:02:35.439 --> 00:02:37.439
<v Speaker 2>talk about the CCNA exam.

57
00:02:37.759 --> 00:02:39.960
<v Speaker 1>Chapter three of our guidebook.

58
00:02:39.439 --> 00:02:40.360
<v Speaker 2>Breaks it all down.

59
00:02:40.439 --> 00:02:43.919
<v Speaker 1>You'll learn there are actually different levels of accreditation, starting

60
00:02:43.919 --> 00:02:46.599
<v Speaker 1>with the cc entry level folks, and the cc for

61
00:02:46.680 --> 00:02:49.879
<v Speaker 1>those who want to dive into the more technical aspects

62
00:02:49.960 --> 00:02:53.000
<v Speaker 1>and nitty gritty, and for those looking to really make

63
00:02:53.039 --> 00:02:57.680
<v Speaker 1>a mark, make their mark in networking. The guidebook highlights

64
00:02:57.879 --> 00:03:00.800
<v Speaker 1>the CCNA Routing and Switching track.

65
00:03:01.080 --> 00:03:01.759
<v Speaker 2>That's the one.

66
00:03:01.840 --> 00:03:06.240
<v Speaker 1>It focuses on those core skills every network professional needs.

67
00:03:06.280 --> 00:03:09.919
<v Speaker 1>That's every single one building, maintaining and troubleshooting the network

68
00:03:10.000 --> 00:03:11.520
<v Speaker 1>that power our digital world.

69
00:03:11.639 --> 00:03:13.919
<v Speaker 2>Absolutely so, if you want to be the one, the

70
00:03:13.919 --> 00:03:15.199
<v Speaker 2>one to everyone called when.

71
00:03:15.039 --> 00:03:17.680
<v Speaker 1>The Internet goes down, that's you. This is the track

72
00:03:17.759 --> 00:03:18.000
<v Speaker 1>for you.

73
00:03:18.199 --> 00:03:18.719
<v Speaker 2>This is it.

74
00:03:19.080 --> 00:03:23.439
<v Speaker 1>But let's debunk a common myth about the exam. What's

75
00:03:23.520 --> 00:03:27.400
<v Speaker 1>that that pre exam survey you take? Yeah, supposedly de

76
00:03:27.560 --> 00:03:30.439
<v Speaker 1>terms how hard your questions are? Our guidebook sets the

77
00:03:30.479 --> 00:03:33.039
<v Speaker 1>record straight, sets it straight. It doesn't matter how you

78
00:03:33.120 --> 00:03:34.120
<v Speaker 1>rate your skills.

79
00:03:33.800 --> 00:03:35.439
<v Speaker 2>Doesn't matter at all in that survey.

80
00:03:35.639 --> 00:03:38.919
<v Speaker 1>Nope, the exam draws from a massive pool of questions,

81
00:03:39.520 --> 00:03:40.800
<v Speaker 1>so that survey.

82
00:03:40.520 --> 00:03:42.039
<v Speaker 2>That survey doesn't change anything.

83
00:03:42.120 --> 00:03:44.960
<v Speaker 1>No need to stress over it. Go straight focus on

84
00:03:45.159 --> 00:03:49.439
<v Speaker 1>mastering the material. Master the material, not second guessing yourself.

85
00:03:49.599 --> 00:03:50.120
<v Speaker 2>Exactly.

86
00:03:50.199 --> 00:03:52.520
<v Speaker 1>That's a relief, right, I always wondered about that survey,

87
00:03:52.599 --> 00:03:55.759
<v Speaker 1>me too. Now. Chapter five of our guidebook.

88
00:03:55.360 --> 00:03:58.080
<v Speaker 2>Opens up a world of possibilities.

89
00:03:57.280 --> 00:04:00.000
<v Speaker 1>With different CCNA specializations.

90
00:04:00.319 --> 00:04:06.400
<v Speaker 2>We're talking cloud collaboration, cyber ops, data center, industrial security,

91
00:04:06.639 --> 00:04:09.280
<v Speaker 2>service provider, and wireless. Wow.

92
00:04:09.360 --> 00:04:11.599
<v Speaker 1>That's a lot, it is. It's not a one size

93
00:04:11.599 --> 00:04:15.599
<v Speaker 1>fits all certification. There's a path for everyone, for sure.

94
00:04:15.759 --> 00:04:21.000
<v Speaker 1>Choosing the rights specialization can feel overwhelming, overwhelming, but think

95
00:04:21.000 --> 00:04:23.160
<v Speaker 1>of it like choosing your superpower.

96
00:04:23.439 --> 00:04:24.000
<v Speaker 2>I like that.

97
00:04:24.199 --> 00:04:26.639
<v Speaker 1>Do you want to be the master of cloud networks

98
00:04:26.800 --> 00:04:29.800
<v Speaker 1>or maybe drawn to the fast paced world of cybersecurity?

99
00:04:30.000 --> 00:04:30.879
<v Speaker 2>So many choices.

100
00:04:31.040 --> 00:04:35.160
<v Speaker 1>The guidebook encourages you to explore each track and figure

101
00:04:35.199 --> 00:04:38.959
<v Speaker 1>out which one aligns with your skills and aspirations. Absolutely,

102
00:04:39.000 --> 00:04:41.959
<v Speaker 1>once you found your path, Yeah. The guidebook emphasizes the

103
00:04:42.000 --> 00:04:45.759
<v Speaker 1>importance of resources the Cisco Learning Network, study.

104
00:04:45.439 --> 00:04:47.319
<v Speaker 2>Groups and practice exam.

105
00:04:47.160 --> 00:04:50.439
<v Speaker 1>Think of these resources as your training montage.

106
00:04:50.000 --> 00:04:52.079
<v Speaker 2>Getting prepped and ready to conquer that exam.

107
00:04:52.240 --> 00:04:56.120
<v Speaker 1>Practice makes perfect always. Those practice exams are like sparring matches,

108
00:04:56.319 --> 00:04:59.439
<v Speaker 1>helping you, helping you identify your weak spots. Ah, so

109
00:04:59.519 --> 00:05:02.040
<v Speaker 1>you can go go into the real exam with confidence.

110
00:05:02.079 --> 00:05:05.199
<v Speaker 1>Now let's dive deeper into that crucial into that crucial

111
00:05:05.279 --> 00:05:09.519
<v Speaker 1>CCNA Routing and Switching track chapter seven. Think of this

112
00:05:09.759 --> 00:05:12.439
<v Speaker 1>specialization as learning.

113
00:05:12.279 --> 00:05:14.199
<v Speaker 2>The foundational language of networking.

114
00:05:14.439 --> 00:05:16.240
<v Speaker 1>You'll master those essential.

115
00:05:15.959 --> 00:05:21.120
<v Speaker 2>Verbs, implementing, designing, configuring, and everyone's favorite troubleshooting networks.

116
00:05:21.199 --> 00:05:23.800
<v Speaker 1>That's the one. But just like any language, networking is

117
00:05:23.879 --> 00:05:28.120
<v Speaker 1>constantly evolving. Constantly, the CCNA makes sure you're fluent in

118
00:05:28.439 --> 00:05:31.680
<v Speaker 1>the latest tech trends like IPv six.

119
00:05:31.600 --> 00:05:35.079
<v Speaker 2>The next generation of Internet addresses at SDN, giving you

120
00:05:35.199 --> 00:05:36.519
<v Speaker 2>the power to control.

121
00:05:36.199 --> 00:05:38.480
<v Speaker 1>Your entire network through software.

122
00:05:38.720 --> 00:05:39.839
<v Speaker 2>It's like learning slang.

123
00:05:40.240 --> 00:05:42.199
<v Speaker 1>You need to kilp up with the latest terms and

124
00:05:42.199 --> 00:05:44.079
<v Speaker 1>then techniques to be a truly.

125
00:05:43.800 --> 00:05:48.920
<v Speaker 2>Effective network professional. Absolutely, the CCNA make sure you're ready.

126
00:05:48.720 --> 00:05:50.519
<v Speaker 1>To tackle whatever the future throws.

127
00:05:50.319 --> 00:05:51.680
<v Speaker 2>Your way, whatever throws at you.

128
00:05:51.959 --> 00:05:55.399
<v Speaker 1>But here's the cool part. While learning about these new technologies,

129
00:05:55.519 --> 00:05:58.560
<v Speaker 1>uh huh, you also get a glimpse into the history

130
00:05:58.600 --> 00:05:59.639
<v Speaker 1>of the EXAM itself.

131
00:06:00.040 --> 00:06:00.279
<v Speaker 2>Cool.

132
00:06:00.480 --> 00:06:02.040
<v Speaker 1>The guidebook traces its.

133
00:06:01.920 --> 00:06:04.560
<v Speaker 2>Evolution, showing how it's adapted to.

134
00:06:04.560 --> 00:06:08.959
<v Speaker 1>Incorporate the latest advancements and meet the ever growing demands

135
00:06:09.000 --> 00:06:09.800
<v Speaker 1>of the industry.

136
00:06:09.920 --> 00:06:10.920
<v Speaker 2>That's fascinating.

137
00:06:10.920 --> 00:06:13.519
<v Speaker 1>It's like watching a time lapse of the Internet's growth,

138
00:06:13.560 --> 00:06:16.480
<v Speaker 1>from those early days of simple networks to the complex

139
00:06:16.600 --> 00:06:18.600
<v Speaker 1>interconnected systems we have today.

140
00:06:19.040 --> 00:06:19.439
<v Speaker 2>Wow.

141
00:06:19.480 --> 00:06:21.120
<v Speaker 1>Speaking of history.

142
00:06:21.079 --> 00:06:22.959
<v Speaker 2>Let's take a trip back in time.

143
00:06:22.839 --> 00:06:24.839
<v Speaker 1>To the early days of Cisco.

144
00:06:24.680 --> 00:06:26.920
<v Speaker 2>Back when those blue boxes were making.

145
00:06:26.720 --> 00:06:30.199
<v Speaker 1>Ways and Cisco was on its way becoming a tech legend.

146
00:06:30.399 --> 00:06:32.199
<v Speaker 1>Let's rewind and see how.

147
00:06:32.120 --> 00:06:34.879
<v Speaker 2>Their journey unfolded, and more importantly, let's see how their

148
00:06:34.920 --> 00:06:36.720
<v Speaker 2>past innovations.

149
00:06:36.240 --> 00:06:39.160
<v Speaker 1>Have shaped a present and future of networking. Up.

150
00:06:39.439 --> 00:06:41.920
<v Speaker 2>It's going to be a wild ride, it is. So

151
00:06:41.959 --> 00:06:45.560
<v Speaker 2>we've explored Cisco's wild beginnings.

152
00:06:45.120 --> 00:06:45.959
<v Speaker 1>Those early days.

153
00:06:45.959 --> 00:06:46.720
<v Speaker 2>They're impressive.

154
00:06:46.800 --> 00:06:48.560
<v Speaker 1>Product lineup, it's impressive.

155
00:06:48.680 --> 00:06:52.079
<v Speaker 2>We even debunked some EXAM myths. But let's get real here.

156
00:06:52.199 --> 00:06:55.199
<v Speaker 1>Okay, why should you, the listener you listening right now.

157
00:06:55.480 --> 00:06:57.920
<v Speaker 2>Care about Cisco, this whole CCNA thing.

158
00:06:58.120 --> 00:07:00.000
<v Speaker 1>Yeah, what's in it for you? What's in it for you?

159
00:07:00.079 --> 00:07:02.519
<v Speaker 1>We'll think about it, Okay, I'm thinking about it. We

160
00:07:02.560 --> 00:07:05.600
<v Speaker 1>live in a hyper connected world. We do everything from

161
00:07:05.720 --> 00:07:07.079
<v Speaker 1>apps on your phone.

162
00:07:07.120 --> 00:07:09.680
<v Speaker 2>To the global flow of information.

163
00:07:09.800 --> 00:07:14.560
<v Speaker 1>All depends on networks need skilled professionals.

164
00:07:13.639 --> 00:07:16.519
<v Speaker 2>To keep them humming, to keep them going. That's where

165
00:07:16.519 --> 00:07:17.639
<v Speaker 2>the CCNA comes in.

166
00:07:17.839 --> 00:07:20.759
<v Speaker 1>It's like being a doctor for the Internet. You're keeping

167
00:07:20.800 --> 00:07:23.680
<v Speaker 1>the digital world healthy, healthy and connected.

168
00:07:24.120 --> 00:07:25.439
<v Speaker 2>With more businesses going.

169
00:07:25.279 --> 00:07:31.279
<v Speaker 1>Digital every day, the demand for network pros CCNA is skyrocketing.

170
00:07:31.839 --> 00:07:32.519
<v Speaker 2>It really is.

171
00:07:32.600 --> 00:07:36.399
<v Speaker 1>And it's not just your typical IT department jobs, not

172
00:07:36.519 --> 00:07:41.000
<v Speaker 1>at all. A CCNA can open doors to cybersecurity, cloud computing,

173
00:07:41.279 --> 00:07:45.439
<v Speaker 1>even data analytics. Yeah, it's a versatile certification to stand

174
00:07:45.439 --> 00:07:48.959
<v Speaker 1>out in a job market that's becoming more tech driven

175
00:07:49.000 --> 00:07:51.519
<v Speaker 1>by the day for sure. Plus, with remote work on

176
00:07:51.600 --> 00:07:52.680
<v Speaker 1>the rise, so.

177
00:07:52.720 --> 00:07:54.680
<v Speaker 2>Many people working remotely.

178
00:07:54.240 --> 00:07:58.519
<v Speaker 1>A CCNA can equip you to work from anywhere, anywhere

179
00:07:58.560 --> 00:08:02.600
<v Speaker 1>in the world. Imagine troubleshooting a network issue from.

180
00:08:02.360 --> 00:08:05.000
<v Speaker 2>A beach and BALI. Not bad, right, not bad at all.

181
00:08:05.279 --> 00:08:08.399
<v Speaker 1>It's not just about getting a job. It's about expanding

182
00:08:08.439 --> 00:08:10.120
<v Speaker 1>your horizons.

183
00:08:09.399 --> 00:08:11.800
<v Speaker 2>And creating a career that fits your lifestyle. And of

184
00:08:11.839 --> 00:08:14.040
<v Speaker 2>course about the potential.

185
00:08:13.680 --> 00:08:17.519
<v Speaker 1>Or a hefty salary increase and some serious career advancement.

186
00:08:17.800 --> 00:08:21.240
<v Speaker 2>Who doesn't love a bigger paycheck, right, But beyond.

187
00:08:20.879 --> 00:08:22.839
<v Speaker 1>Those practical benefits.

188
00:08:22.639 --> 00:08:25.360
<v Speaker 2>What really struck me about this guidebook. What's that is

189
00:08:25.399 --> 00:08:27.000
<v Speaker 2>the emphasis.

190
00:08:26.560 --> 00:08:28.480
<v Speaker 1>On the human side of networking.

191
00:08:28.639 --> 00:08:29.399
<v Speaker 2>The human side.

192
00:08:29.480 --> 00:08:31.319
<v Speaker 1>It's not just about the tech, it's.

193
00:08:31.240 --> 00:08:36.399
<v Speaker 2>About how that tech impacts people's lives. Absolutely, networking is all.

194
00:08:36.159 --> 00:08:39.200
<v Speaker 1>About connecting people and enabling communication.

195
00:08:39.559 --> 00:08:42.480
<v Speaker 2>So strong communication skills, teamwork, a.

196
00:08:42.480 --> 00:08:44.759
<v Speaker 1>Passion for solving real world problems.

197
00:08:44.799 --> 00:08:47.720
<v Speaker 2>These are all just as important as technical know how.

198
00:08:47.919 --> 00:08:49.080
<v Speaker 2>It's like being a detective.

199
00:08:49.399 --> 00:08:52.399
<v Speaker 1>Yeah, you gather clues, you analyze the situation, and then

200
00:08:52.440 --> 00:08:55.240
<v Speaker 1>you come up with a solution to help people stay connected.

201
00:08:55.360 --> 00:08:56.399
<v Speaker 2>I like that analogy.

202
00:08:56.519 --> 00:08:59.360
<v Speaker 1>But you know what, right, the guidebook doesn't really dive

203
00:08:59.679 --> 00:09:00.799
<v Speaker 1>into into.

204
00:09:00.600 --> 00:09:03.639
<v Speaker 2>The mindset, the mindset needed to thrive in this field.

205
00:09:03.759 --> 00:09:07.879
<v Speaker 1>Because technical skills are essential, yes, but without the right attitude,

206
00:09:07.919 --> 00:09:10.360
<v Speaker 1>it's easy to get lost in this ever changing world

207
00:09:10.440 --> 00:09:13.279
<v Speaker 1>of tech. So true, So what kind of mindset are

208
00:09:13.320 --> 00:09:15.919
<v Speaker 1>we talking about here? We'll quality. I think you're essential

209
00:09:16.200 --> 00:09:18.919
<v Speaker 1>for someone who wants to conquer the world of networking.

210
00:09:19.080 --> 00:09:20.639
<v Speaker 2>Well, curiosity is number one.

211
00:09:20.759 --> 00:09:21.480
<v Speaker 1>Curiosity.

212
00:09:21.519 --> 00:09:24.159
<v Speaker 2>You have to be genuinely interested.

213
00:09:24.080 --> 00:09:25.960
<v Speaker 1>In figuring out how things.

214
00:09:25.799 --> 00:09:30.360
<v Speaker 2>Work, exploring new technologies, always learning because the tech world

215
00:09:30.399 --> 00:09:31.320
<v Speaker 2>never stands still.

216
00:09:31.559 --> 00:09:34.360
<v Speaker 1>It's like having a thirst for knowledge, the thirst that

217
00:09:34.440 --> 00:09:36.240
<v Speaker 1>never quite gets quenched.

218
00:09:36.679 --> 00:09:38.559
<v Speaker 2>Yeah, and you have to be okay.

219
00:09:38.519 --> 00:09:40.360
<v Speaker 1>With not knowing everything.

220
00:09:39.960 --> 00:09:44.480
<v Speaker 2>Because there's always something new to discover. Resilience is key.

221
00:09:44.720 --> 00:09:45.480
<v Speaker 1>Resilience.

222
00:09:45.759 --> 00:09:47.279
<v Speaker 2>Things won't always go smoothly.

223
00:09:47.399 --> 00:09:50.159
<v Speaker 1>You'll hit roadblocks, you'll make mistakes.

224
00:09:49.919 --> 00:09:53.799
<v Speaker 2>But it's about getting back up, learning from those.

225
00:09:53.559 --> 00:09:55.559
<v Speaker 1>Mistakes, and pushing forward, just.

226
00:09:55.519 --> 00:09:56.720
<v Speaker 2>Like learning to ride a bike.

227
00:09:57.080 --> 00:09:59.399
<v Speaker 1>You're going to fall a few times, but you get

228
00:09:59.440 --> 00:10:01.639
<v Speaker 1>back on and keep peddling until you master it.

229
00:10:02.600 --> 00:10:06.759
<v Speaker 2>Persistence is definitely key. Yeah, don't underestimate the power of

230
00:10:06.799 --> 00:10:10.279
<v Speaker 2>collaboration because network is rarely a solo mission.

231
00:10:10.320 --> 00:10:15.360
<v Speaker 1>You'll be working with teams relying on the expertise of others.

232
00:10:15.000 --> 00:10:19.799
<v Speaker 2>So being able to communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and.

233
00:10:19.799 --> 00:10:22.159
<v Speaker 1>Work together towards a common.

234
00:10:21.799 --> 00:10:23.120
<v Speaker 2>Goal is super important.

235
00:10:23.120 --> 00:10:24.320
<v Speaker 1>Again, let's not forget about.

236
00:10:24.240 --> 00:10:25.679
<v Speaker 2>The importance of attention.

237
00:10:25.440 --> 00:10:28.639
<v Speaker 1>To detail, because in networking, even small errors you can

238
00:10:28.720 --> 00:10:32.559
<v Speaker 1>have major consequences. Like being a surgeon, precision is key.

239
00:10:32.759 --> 00:10:36.399
<v Speaker 2>Every configuration, every command has to be carefully considered.

240
00:10:35.919 --> 00:10:37.879
<v Speaker 1>To ensure the network runs smoothly.

241
00:10:38.399 --> 00:10:40.279
<v Speaker 2>Speaking of support systems.

242
00:10:39.960 --> 00:10:43.240
<v Speaker 1>The guidebook mentions the Cisco Learning Network, but don't forget

243
00:10:43.279 --> 00:10:45.960
<v Speaker 1>about the vibrant online communities.

244
00:10:46.000 --> 00:10:50.799
<v Speaker 2>Forums, study groups, networking events are gold mines of information

245
00:10:50.919 --> 00:10:51.559
<v Speaker 2>and support.

246
00:10:51.679 --> 00:10:54.759
<v Speaker 1>It's like having a global study buddy system. You can

247
00:10:54.879 --> 00:10:57.919
<v Speaker 1>bounce ideas off each other, get your questions answered.

248
00:10:57.639 --> 00:11:00.720
<v Speaker 2>And learn from people who have walked the same It's

249
00:11:00.759 --> 00:11:03.080
<v Speaker 2>a reminder that you don't have to go it alone

250
00:11:03.559 --> 00:11:07.720
<v Speaker 2>on this journey. And if you're looking for more structured guidance.

251
00:11:07.519 --> 00:11:10.519
<v Speaker 1>Cisco offers a variety of training programs.

252
00:11:10.000 --> 00:11:11.600
<v Speaker 2>Both online and in person.

253
00:11:11.919 --> 00:11:13.840
<v Speaker 1>Think of them as boot camps.

254
00:11:13.480 --> 00:11:15.639
<v Speaker 2>For aspiring network professionals.

255
00:11:15.799 --> 00:11:19.720
<v Speaker 1>You'll get hands on experience, expert advice, and a chance

256
00:11:19.799 --> 00:11:22.840
<v Speaker 1>to connect with other students and professionals. It's like having

257
00:11:22.879 --> 00:11:25.679
<v Speaker 1>a personal trainer for your networking skills. They'll push you

258
00:11:25.840 --> 00:11:29.120
<v Speaker 1>to be your best and help you reach your full potential. Now,

259
00:11:29.159 --> 00:11:31.159
<v Speaker 1>while the guidebook dives deep.

260
00:11:31.159 --> 00:11:33.080
<v Speaker 2>Into those technical aspects.

261
00:11:32.720 --> 00:11:34.840
<v Speaker 1>And there's one section that I think.

262
00:11:34.679 --> 00:11:39.559
<v Speaker 2>Deserves extra attention, extra attention mastering interview skills.

263
00:11:39.200 --> 00:11:41.279
<v Speaker 1>The art of showcasing.

264
00:11:40.720 --> 00:11:42.919
<v Speaker 2>Not just your technical prowess, but.

265
00:11:42.879 --> 00:11:47.480
<v Speaker 1>Also those all important soft skills communication, problem solving, teamwork.

266
00:11:47.679 --> 00:11:51.480
<v Speaker 2>Because remember You're not just working with machines, You're working

267
00:11:51.480 --> 00:11:54.320
<v Speaker 2>with people. It's about telling your story in a way

268
00:11:54.320 --> 00:12:00.200
<v Speaker 2>that highlights your experience, your passion, and your unique value proposition.

269
00:12:00.879 --> 00:12:02.639
<v Speaker 1>Think of it like crafting.

270
00:12:02.240 --> 00:12:04.000
<v Speaker 2>Your superhero origin story.

271
00:12:04.080 --> 00:12:07.120
<v Speaker 1>You want to captivate the interviewer and leave them thinking

272
00:12:07.559 --> 00:12:10.960
<v Speaker 1>this is the network hero we need exactly, and remember,

273
00:12:11.399 --> 00:12:13.039
<v Speaker 1>preparation is key.

274
00:12:13.360 --> 00:12:16.399
<v Speaker 2>Research the company, understand their values, and.

275
00:12:16.320 --> 00:12:18.360
<v Speaker 1>Be prepared to connect your skills and.

276
00:12:18.360 --> 00:12:21.440
<v Speaker 2>Experience to their specific needs. It shows you've done your

277
00:12:21.440 --> 00:12:26.879
<v Speaker 2>homework and you're genuinely interested. It's like showing up for

278
00:12:26.919 --> 00:12:29.399
<v Speaker 2>a date having actually read their.

279
00:12:29.240 --> 00:12:31.159
<v Speaker 1>Profile and knowing what they're into.

280
00:12:31.320 --> 00:12:32.279
<v Speaker 2>Makes a good impression.

281
00:12:32.480 --> 00:12:35.279
<v Speaker 1>It does, and don't forget about asking thoughtful questions.

282
00:12:35.559 --> 00:12:38.879
<v Speaker 2>It shows you're engaged, curious, eager to learn more about

283
00:12:38.879 --> 00:12:39.919
<v Speaker 2>the company and the role.

284
00:12:40.200 --> 00:12:42.919
<v Speaker 1>It's a two way street, after all, you interviewing them

285
00:12:43.240 --> 00:12:45.120
<v Speaker 1>just as much as they're interviewing you.

286
00:12:45.120 --> 00:12:47.440
<v Speaker 2>You want to make sure it's a good fit both sides,

287
00:12:47.679 --> 00:12:50.360
<v Speaker 2>and even if you don't land the job. Yeah, the

288
00:12:50.440 --> 00:12:53.039
<v Speaker 2>interview itself is a valuable learning experience.

289
00:12:53.320 --> 00:12:56.519
<v Speaker 1>It helps you refine your skills, identify areas for improvement,

290
00:12:56.639 --> 00:12:59.080
<v Speaker 1>and gain insights into what employers are looking for.

291
00:12:59.600 --> 00:13:02.120
<v Speaker 2>It's like leveling up your character in a game. Each

292
00:13:02.200 --> 00:13:04.519
<v Speaker 2>interview gives you experience points that make you.

293
00:13:04.480 --> 00:13:08.440
<v Speaker 1>Stronger, more prepared for the next challenge. But even with

294
00:13:08.480 --> 00:13:11.080
<v Speaker 1>all the preparation, interviews can be nerve wracking.

295
00:13:11.240 --> 00:13:15.279
<v Speaker 2>Absolutely, But the key is to practice your responses.

296
00:13:14.919 --> 00:13:17.080
<v Speaker 1>Be confident in your abilities, and.

297
00:13:17.080 --> 00:13:18.600
<v Speaker 2>Remember that the interview is.

298
00:13:18.559 --> 00:13:22.960
<v Speaker 1>An opportunity to showcase your best self, have a conversation,

299
00:13:23.279 --> 00:13:25.639
<v Speaker 1>don't be afraid to let your personality shine through.

300
00:13:26.080 --> 00:13:27.039
<v Speaker 2>Let it shine.

301
00:13:27.600 --> 00:13:29.679
<v Speaker 1>You want to make sure your passion.

302
00:13:29.440 --> 00:13:33.440
<v Speaker 2>For networking is contagious. Enthusiasm goes a long way.

303
00:13:33.559 --> 00:13:35.799
<v Speaker 1>Now. We've talked a lot about the CCNA as a

304
00:13:35.799 --> 00:13:38.600
<v Speaker 1>stepping stone to a successful career.

305
00:13:38.480 --> 00:13:40.799
<v Speaker 2>But let's not forget about the bigger picture.

306
00:13:40.600 --> 00:13:43.519
<v Speaker 1>The ever changing landscape of technology.

307
00:13:43.679 --> 00:13:45.559
<v Speaker 2>It's like trying to hit a moving target.

308
00:13:45.720 --> 00:13:47.519
<v Speaker 1>How do you stay ahead of the curve.

309
00:13:47.320 --> 00:13:50.039
<v Speaker 2>When new technologies are emerging all the time. That's where

310
00:13:50.159 --> 00:13:51.519
<v Speaker 2>continuous learning comes in.

311
00:13:51.879 --> 00:13:53.559
<v Speaker 1>The CCNA isn't the finish.

312
00:13:53.360 --> 00:13:55.200
<v Speaker 2>Line, it's just the starting point.

313
00:13:55.240 --> 00:13:57.519
<v Speaker 1>It gives you a solid foundation that's up to you

314
00:13:57.679 --> 00:14:00.519
<v Speaker 1>to keep building your knowledge and expanding skills.

315
00:14:00.679 --> 00:14:01.759
<v Speaker 2>It's like building a house.

316
00:14:02.120 --> 00:14:05.399
<v Speaker 1>The CCNA is your sturdy foundation, but you.

317
00:14:05.360 --> 00:14:09.399
<v Speaker 2>Need to keep adding rooms, upgrading appliances.

318
00:14:08.840 --> 00:14:12.440
<v Speaker 1>And making sure everything stays up to code as technology evolves,

319
00:14:12.639 --> 00:14:15.440
<v Speaker 1>and that means embracing the challenges that come with working

320
00:14:15.480 --> 00:14:16.759
<v Speaker 1>in a dynamic field.

321
00:14:16.919 --> 00:14:19.200
<v Speaker 2>Be adaptable, be curious.

322
00:14:18.840 --> 00:14:21.279
<v Speaker 1>Be open to new ways of doing things.

323
00:14:21.399 --> 00:14:23.039
<v Speaker 2>Think of it like learning a new dance move.

324
00:14:24.039 --> 00:14:27.080
<v Speaker 1>You might feel awkward at first, but the more you practice,

325
00:14:27.120 --> 00:14:29.960
<v Speaker 1>the smoother you become, and eventually you'll be leading the

326
00:14:30.039 --> 00:14:32.960
<v Speaker 1>dance floor. So we've talked about building the house and

327
00:14:33.080 --> 00:14:35.919
<v Speaker 1>learning the dance moves. Yeah, what other analogies can.

328
00:14:35.799 --> 00:14:38.200
<v Speaker 2>We come up with to stay ahead in the tech world?

329
00:14:38.480 --> 00:14:39.679
<v Speaker 1>So many good ones.

330
00:14:40.080 --> 00:14:44.080
<v Speaker 2>Well, think of it like being a surfer. Okay, you

331
00:14:44.120 --> 00:14:47.200
<v Speaker 2>have to constantly adjust to the waves to stay on top,

332
00:14:47.360 --> 00:14:48.480
<v Speaker 2>To stay on top of that board.

333
00:14:48.639 --> 00:14:51.799
<v Speaker 1>I like that. You need balance, agility, and.

334
00:14:51.679 --> 00:14:55.799
<v Speaker 2>The ability to anticipate your next exactly.

335
00:14:55.960 --> 00:15:00.840
<v Speaker 1>And that brings up a really interesting question. As technology advancing,

336
00:15:01.039 --> 00:15:05.480
<v Speaker 1>especially with things like automation, artificial intelligence.

337
00:15:04.960 --> 00:15:06.759
<v Speaker 2>The Internet of Things.

338
00:15:06.200 --> 00:15:08.360
<v Speaker 1>All those things, how will the role.

339
00:15:08.240 --> 00:15:10.039
<v Speaker 2>Of network professionals change?

340
00:15:10.279 --> 00:15:14.240
<v Speaker 1>Oh that's a big one, I know, right, What new

341
00:15:14.279 --> 00:15:16.759
<v Speaker 1>skills do you think will be essential.

342
00:15:16.519 --> 00:15:19.600
<v Speaker 2>For success in the future of networking. Well, that's something

343
00:15:19.799 --> 00:15:21.159
<v Speaker 2>that's something we all need to think about.

344
00:15:21.240 --> 00:15:25.639
<v Speaker 1>Well. Network pros need to become super specialized in certain

345
00:15:25.840 --> 00:15:28.759
<v Speaker 1>areas where they need a broader understanding.

346
00:15:28.360 --> 00:15:31.279
<v Speaker 2>Of how all these different technologies we're together. It's like

347
00:15:31.279 --> 00:15:34.759
<v Speaker 2>we're shifting from building the roads.

348
00:15:34.360 --> 00:15:36.799
<v Speaker 1>To actually on those roads.

349
00:15:36.879 --> 00:15:37.519
<v Speaker 2>That's a good one.

350
00:15:37.600 --> 00:15:39.799
<v Speaker 1>It's about optimizing performance.

351
00:15:39.360 --> 00:15:40.840
<v Speaker 2>Making sure everything is secure and.

352
00:15:40.759 --> 00:15:43.840
<v Speaker 1>Reliable, anticipating potential issues.

353
00:15:43.480 --> 00:15:46.120
<v Speaker 2>Before they even happen exactly. So it's not just about

354
00:15:46.200 --> 00:15:47.559
<v Speaker 2>keeping the lights on anymore.

355
00:15:47.960 --> 00:15:50.159
<v Speaker 1>It's about shaping the future.

356
00:15:49.919 --> 00:15:52.879
<v Speaker 2>Of how we connect and communicate, absolutely, and that's what

357
00:15:53.000 --> 00:15:57.519
<v Speaker 2>makes the CCNA and Continuous Learning. They give you the.

358
00:15:57.480 --> 00:16:02.240
<v Speaker 1>Foundation to understand those coreporatecis of networking, which will always

359
00:16:02.279 --> 00:16:04.600
<v Speaker 1>be relevant even as technologies come and go.

360
00:16:04.879 --> 00:16:06.120
<v Speaker 2>It's like learning the alphabet.

361
00:16:06.320 --> 00:16:08.679
<v Speaker 1>Once you know the letters, you can build any words,

362
00:16:08.799 --> 00:16:10.399
<v Speaker 1>even ones you've never seen before.

363
00:16:10.960 --> 00:16:13.080
<v Speaker 2>And that brings us to our call to action and

364
00:16:13.159 --> 00:16:15.639
<v Speaker 2>you're the listener. If you're intrigued by the world of

365
00:16:15.639 --> 00:16:16.639
<v Speaker 2>Cisco and all.

366
00:16:16.519 --> 00:16:20.159
<v Speaker 1>The possibilities a CCNA certification can unlock.

367
00:16:20.200 --> 00:16:22.399
<v Speaker 2>It's time to take that first step.

368
00:16:22.480 --> 00:16:24.759
<v Speaker 1>Head over to the Cisco Learning Network.

369
00:16:24.559 --> 00:16:25.799
<v Speaker 2>And start exploring.

370
00:16:25.879 --> 00:16:29.039
<v Speaker 1>They have everything from free introductory courses.

371
00:16:28.720 --> 00:16:31.399
<v Speaker 2>To detailed study guides, practice.

372
00:16:30.960 --> 00:16:34.120
<v Speaker 1>Exams, even virtual labs where you can get hands on

373
00:16:34.200 --> 00:16:36.679
<v Speaker 1>experience and like a buffet for your brain, you.

374
00:16:36.600 --> 00:16:38.360
<v Speaker 2>Can sample a little bit of everything.

375
00:16:38.120 --> 00:16:40.720
<v Speaker 1>Find the perfect specialization.

376
00:16:40.200 --> 00:16:43.320
<v Speaker 2>That fits your interests and career goals absolutely.

377
00:16:42.879 --> 00:16:46.039
<v Speaker 1>And remember, yeah, this deep dive is just the beginning.

378
00:16:46.600 --> 00:16:48.159
<v Speaker 2>The journey of learning.

379
00:16:48.200 --> 00:16:50.720
<v Speaker 1>And discovery in the world of networking.

380
00:16:50.360 --> 00:16:51.440
<v Speaker 2>Never truly ends.

381
00:16:51.799 --> 00:16:52.919
<v Speaker 1>That's the beauty of it.

382
00:16:53.000 --> 00:16:56.639
<v Speaker 2>By staying curious, embracing challenges.

383
00:16:56.240 --> 00:16:58.639
<v Speaker 1>And connecting with other passionate people in.

384
00:16:58.639 --> 00:17:01.799
<v Speaker 2>This field, you'll be well whip to ride the waves

385
00:17:01.840 --> 00:17:03.279
<v Speaker 2>of technological change.

386
00:17:03.399 --> 00:17:06.920
<v Speaker 1>So go out there, explore, experiment, and never stop learning.

387
00:17:07.079 --> 00:17:10.119
<v Speaker 2>You have the power to shape the future of networking.

388
00:17:10.160 --> 00:17:12.559
<v Speaker 1>It's time to take that power and run with it.

389
00:17:12.759 --> 00:17:16.160
<v Speaker 1>Until next time, keep diving deep and keep those networks

390
00:17:16.240 --> 00:17:17.240
<v Speaker 1>running smoothly.