I frequently get asked about certifications. Do they matter? Do people still want them? The answer is an unequivocal yes. Let’s state two very important facts: Certification training programs are a 3 billion dollar a year business Certification training programs have been less impacted by COVID-19 as traditional desktop application training programs 72% of employers require IT certifications for certain job openings. Additionally, 91% of employers believe IT certifications play ...

Jon O'KeefeTechnology Education JediLogical Operationshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonokeefe/ Jedi Jon here, According to many news outlets, even if the immediate threat from COVID-19 recedes in the coming months, it may not be until 2021 that things start to get back to normal. Where this is most likely to have the biggest impact is in education, with numerous school districts around the country considering staying closed until at least the end of the year. ...

Jon O'KeefeTechnology Education JediLogical Operationshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonokeefe/ Jedi Jon here, I love staying on top of the current events as well as the industries we serve with our training courses and materials. Here are my five takeaways from thought leaders on ways the world is likely to change due to the COVID-19 pandemic (along with my own thoughts, of course): According to Professor Scott Galloway of NYU, Elite Universities will put a ...

Jon O'KeefeTechnology Education JediLogical Operationshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jonokeefe/ Jedi Jon here, These are unprecedented times we are living in. With so much uncertainty surrounding our careers, the economy, and our personal wellbeing, it can be maddening to figure out what you should and shouldn’t be doing. Here is what you should be doing: getting a certification. Let me tell you why certifications matter more than ever right now. No matter when the world ...

Jedi Jon here, Like me, I’m guessing many of you have transitioned to working from home and are finding it to be a challenge. A move that you probably thought would lighten your workload and give you extra time for a nap or two has turned into a struggle to maintain a sense of normalcy during these decidedly extraordinary times. As a technology enthusiast, virtual education evangelist, and online community ...