Certification Magazine - January 2008 - (Page 35) On the flip side of the coin, IT associations offer professionals the chance to interact with people who “really get it.” “From a technical standpoint, it’s a great way for these professionals to get together and discuss different ways to implement the technology they’re dealing with, whether it’s a .NET user group, a Java user group or whatever,” said John Estes, Robert Half Technology vice president. “On the programming side, there’s a certain element of science to what they do, but there’s also a strong element of art. “Having a place where people with similar backgrounds and tasks in front of them get together and swap what works well, what doesn’t work well, etc. — it’s invaluable as they continue through their career.” Beyond technological aspects, though, being a member of IT associations offers myriad opportunities for professional development and career advancement. It boils down to one thing: networking. “There are two primary keys to success,” said Claude Williams, (ISC)2 head of business development for the Americas. “One is what you know, and the other is who you know. The second is more important, and any association worth joining will provide you with the ability to network. “In the network, you’ll have the opportunity to develop both professional and social relationships January 2008 CERTIFICATION MAGAZINE 35
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