I PASSED THE CCNA EXAM!! - ICND2 Exam Tips

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  • @NetworkChuck
    @NetworkChuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Are you studying for the CCNA? Let us know what your favorite study resources are!

    • @joseolaves4746
      @joseolaves4746 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yeah i actually finished the book today lol and this video went out, it s kind of a good sign jajaja , i got my CCENT on may and i saw the first video when your brother got his CCENT, i like your videos a lot, it s crazy because i m a electrical engineer but i want to be a networking engineer so hard, greetings from a venezuelan in chile

    • @JustSomeGuyWithaFaceMask
      @JustSomeGuyWithaFaceMask 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey congrats to your Bro! I just recently passed my CCNA composite exam last May. My college offers CCNA subjects as part of our Electronics Engineering curriculum so I reviewed my notes, handouts, solved all labs and packet tracer - skills integration challenge on my Netacad, went to a 5-day CCNA bootcamp and watched online tutorial vids (NetworKing and CBTnuggets). I even saved my allowances and paid for the CCNA exam myself in order to scare myself into studying really hard and it was super effective.

    • @networkwizard79
      @networkwizard79 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      First of all congratulations!!!
      I have got my CCENT in July 2018 and I am working on ICND2 now. I just want to ask that should I need to practise my labs in Cisco Packet Tracer or any other Emulator like GNS3 and EVE-NG software?
      Thank you for your video really love it...!!!

    • @smurfshanker058
      @smurfshanker058 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out Boson. They're pricey but super effective

    • @Mitrovah
      @Mitrovah 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am studying as well. I read three books, Todd Lamime, Wendell Odom, Allan Johnson.

  • @jaycee14551
    @jaycee14551 6 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    What a timing for this video! I passed my ICND2 this morning! Failed it the first time but kept at it and passed 2 weeks later. I used CBT Nuggets, Packer Tracer, Todd Lammle’s Book and David Bombal’s Udemy prep labs.

  • @iant4339
    @iant4339 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Congrats to your brother, man!
    ALSO I passed ICND2 today! CCNA, baby!
    9/11 took me out of IT 17 years ago today and guided me to a career in the Army. I'm glad I scheduled the exam on the anniversary. I am so ready to jump back in.

  • @nlimchua
    @nlimchua 6 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    FYI, on the resume: you can add the CCNA/CCENT logos (I put mine on top, beside my name) that you are now authorized to use. It's accessible thru your Cisco account after you pass them.

    • @NetworkChuck
      @NetworkChuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Great info! Thanks!

    • @nlimchua
      @nlimchua 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You have yet to reply to my other question: which state is Cameron getting the 60k pre-CCNA?

    • @user-lo3bq5py1h
      @user-lo3bq5py1h 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nlimchua Chicago has a lot of companies that will hire 60k plus with CCENT if you are still pursuing CCNA.

    • @daviddenson3324
      @daviddenson3324 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@nlimchua It's POST CCNA he's getting the 60K, and it's Texas...Dallas area. You didn't pay attention to the beginning when Chuck was talkiing did you?

    • @seanneumann5790
      @seanneumann5790 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Nelson. Attempting the exam in a week. This will help my resume majorly.

  • @jjjjjjkl
    @jjjjjjkl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Hey Chuck I went from 0 knowledge to passing CCNA composite in 8 weeks recently, your videos were a huge inspiration. Thanks so much!

    • @Yours_Truly_solo
      @Yours_Truly_solo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Would you mind sharing what steps you took to prepare?

    • @donwilsonobido4196
      @donwilsonobido4196 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow, CCNA composite in 8 weeks? Any tips that can you share dude.

    • @SLickev92
      @SLickev92 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How?

    • @jjjjjjkl
      @jjjjjjkl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      To those asking, I used Neil Anderson's CCNA course/labs, and AlphaPrep practice exams. Also made tons of flashcards with a program called 'Anki' for review. Basically Anki to remember factual/theoretical stuff, and then plenty of labbing to develop practical skills.

    • @alantinoalantonio
      @alantinoalantonio 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jeremy McDowell thanks for sharing Jeremy. Are you job searching? If so, how's that going?

  • @VarshaBishtt
    @VarshaBishtt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Passed my ICND2 on 8 0ct 2018. Your videos really helped me a lot. Thank you so much. Keep your work up, you're helping a lot of people out there.

  • @manthing1467
    @manthing1467 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Passed my ICND1 exam back in April, shortly after I found out I had a tumor in my knee. A biopsy later they told me it was cancer. Currently waiting for a surgery where they are going to cut out a good chuck of my tibia. Wont be able to walk for 6 months or maybe longer. Still scheduled my ICND2 exam for Oct. I'll be so happy when I pass I've wanted it since late 2016.

    • @arashemami2010
      @arashemami2010 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I took my CCENT exam after a surgery on my back. after the surgery is the best time to sit and learn, cause nobody even wants you to do something. I wish you to be healthy again soon. Use your time and achieve your goals.

    • @manthing1467
      @manthing1467 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So I moved my date up to yesterday 9/17/18 Big change vs oct 19. Passed with 856 out of 1000. DAMN that thing was hard, just like overyone else I wasn't sure if I passed until I submitted. Surgery is the 28th. I already scheduled my MCSA server 2016 first exam. Just trying to ensure I'll have no issues getting a job when moving to a larger area

    • @connykomen4237
      @connykomen4237 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@manthing1467 how's the knee? i hope u recoverd!

    • @manthing1467
      @manthing1467 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@connykomen4237 just started walking. Went on medical leave for like 5 months, got my MCSA 2016, talked to the MSP I was working for about more money to come back. They wouldn't do it so I quit. I then got my MCSE. I got crazy call backs for interviews, landed a job at 20k more than the msp hired me at. I'm way happier and the leg should be good. Check my channel I have a video where I talk about it and shows aftermath photos of my leg

  • @erussell543
    @erussell543 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favorite resources are your videos (Network Chuck) which provide the insight an even energy needed for someone my age to see this can happen for me. I like David Bombal's labs as well.

  • @kevitay
    @kevitay 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Passed my ICND2 2 weeks ago on August 16th. I'm sticking around at the Associate level to get CCNA Security then going into CCNP Route/Switch.

  • @donprince865
    @donprince865 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Chuck for another motivating video. You always ask the right questions in your videos and touch on practical down to earth subjects to keep me motivated in expanding my networking knowledge and growth. Big congrats to your brother and his great insight on what is to come for me in taking my CCNA exam!

  • @MichaelHilton
    @MichaelHilton 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Congrats, Keith. I love seeing people work on their certs! I also got mine late June. #labeveryday

  • @surjerrylee
    @surjerrylee 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congratulations man! I just passed my CCNA a couple weeks ago. I'd highly recommend the Boson Exam Simulator. Amazing amazing study tool. To supplement, I'd recommend the CCNA lecture series by Chris Bryant on Udemy.

    • @surjerrylee
      @surjerrylee 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The exam simulator has lab questions on it as well so that was extremely helpful for me.

  • @omar5695
    @omar5695 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Chuck. Thanks for all the motivational videos. I am a new latin guy living in USA, I don't have a fluent English, but I just got my ccent certification. Now I am going for my ccna certification. And in the near future I hope to work as networking engineer in this country.

    • @citoldyou
      @citoldyou 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      lucky your first name is Omar and last name Nina (at least you will get looked at) I am sorry but that is the reality I have been experiencing having applied at so many companies with my history of experience and I have a BS in MIS from years and years ago.

  • @eduardonavarro6214
    @eduardonavarro6214 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Networkchuck, just wanna say that you are a huge inspiration to me man. I enjoy your videos and find them encouraging and informative!! Congrats to your brother for passing the icnd2 and finding a great job! I actually took my ccent exam today and passed!! Was very nerve-wracking (being my first certificate) but i did just enough to pass! Can't wait to get started on icnd2

  • @nathankroeze1412
    @nathankroeze1412 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    4:08 I would disagree slightly and I would use David Bombals Udemy Lab Course as an example. This course was amazing because David only explains concepts after inviting you to have a go at the lab first without any explanation. You then watch the following videos if you struggle with the Lab. This can save you a lot of time in Lab building because you can jump straight into an OSPF or EIGRP lab and have the bare bones already set up.

  • @Longhorn80284
    @Longhorn80284 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    As always, your videos are a great source of inspiration and very informational. Just passed ICND2 956/811 on Friday. Thanks for all you do!

  • @Black_Swan68761
    @Black_Swan68761 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video. I passed CCNP R&S in Dec 2017. I applied for a several entry-level NOC position but none of them reply back. I'm in IT providing Desktop support for more than 10 years and I want to move into the Networking Engineering world and still keep trying. I'm very optimistic that one day I will find a job. Whenever I fell dishearted I pray to ALLAH to give me strnth and watch your video to boost my energy level. I would like to THANK YOU SO MUCH for keeping my energy level high.

    • @ultraegovegeta5401
      @ultraegovegeta5401 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Liaquat Khan it also depends on where you are looking for a job. If you have a car, try to extend your search. Might extend your commute by 20-30 minutes but it’s worth it! Good luck!

  • @cpat7065
    @cpat7065 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I took my ICND2 this morning...and passed. I gotta say that I watched this video about two weeks ago and it gave me LOT of motivation at the time and pushed me for like a week. I watched it again a week later and it gave me another push.
    My favorite study resources:
    For the ICND1 I used Todd Lammle's Complete Study guide. I read every page and make sure I knew why the answers were what they were in his end of section quizzes. I went all the way through Chris Bryant's materials as a review afterwards.
    For the ICND2 as far as videos went I bought Neil Anderson's full course and went through all the ICND2 topics
    I retook all end of section quizzes in Todd's book.
    I bought Chris Bryant's ICND2 exam pack with 4 practice tests. That was a shocker when I got about a 55% on the first go round.
    I then bought the Boson ExSim-max Exams for ICND2...whoas those were freaking hard. I also got about a 55% on those. I went back and figured out why I got questions wrong or why I got questions right on iffy questions. I think that was absolutely my biggest tools.
    The last nights I went back to Neil Anderson's courses and reviewed QoS, SNMP, SPAN, PPP, Multipoint PPP, HSRP, Wide area networks, and SDNs. I event touched on EIGRP a bit.
    Before bed last night, In honor of you, Network Chuck I started the hobbit. I only last four minutes before I couldn't keep my eyes open and passed out..
    thanks for the inspiration and the entertaining videos. You rock like Van Halen!!!!

  • @kalMHe
    @kalMHe 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your bond as siblings! Beautiful thing to see !

  • @joseolaves4746
    @joseolaves4746 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you guys i have just pass CCNA yesterday, my simulations were about EIGRP and OSPF actually, now i m going for CCNA Security, this video help me

  • @TacticalPower88
    @TacticalPower88 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ahhhhhhhh re-watching this video on my 1st full day as a CCNA certified pro. Those of you still taking it I'd say. Focus on your routing protocols. Be ready to use show commands to diagnose EIGRP issues. I lost a lot of time trying to do guesswork and scanning thru good ol show run lol. I was surprised to see so many topics not covered or barely covered.

    • @solomonflomey2173
      @solomonflomey2173 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can relate to that when i took mine in May. i felt like it was ccnp test. Thank God i passed. The verification tho, i wasted a lot of time on the verification. EIGRP

  • @Thrillseeker666
    @Thrillseeker666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff, passed ICND1 a few weeks back, now started to studying for ICND2.

  • @gabrielmatandiko1253
    @gabrielmatandiko1253 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats man! Cameron you are on point. The ICND2 was pretty tough. APIC-EM, SDN, PPPoE, SNMP etc are some of the more specific and tricky questions that were thrown in there. I did pass too though truth be told: the exam was incredibly tough.

  • @kennydelapiedra1643
    @kennydelapiedra1643 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just passed my ICND2 last June 17, your videos helped me a lot. it kept me inspired and motivated. Now I'm preparing for CCNA Security then I will go for CCNP. Thanks a lot for all the great advice. Keep up the good work!

    • @ayushchugh4992
      @ayushchugh4992 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are there simulations questions related to configuring the network devices/routing protocols in CCNA 200-125? I read somewhere there are only troubleshooting questions in which you have to run the correct show commands to answer the question. Is it true?

  • @HugoStyle78
    @HugoStyle78 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations Cameron! You did it. Thanks for sharing useful information. Great video y'all. Enjoy your weekend.

  • @kenbrown5404
    @kenbrown5404 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info Chuck. I have enjoyed your videos. Prior to getting into the IT world, I was in the Intel world while I was on the service. I served in the Army, 11yrs 9 months of Active Duty (JAN00-NOV11) honorable service. I transitioned to the Army Reserves with the same Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 35S Signals Intelligence. We have a Cyber Intel MOS, and I always enjoyed seeing what those Soldiers were doing in the IT field (basically cybersecurity), it looked fun and I have always been good with computers, So I decided to jump into the IT world when I finished my Active Duty time. My civilian job is and has been as an IT Support Specialist (basically multi-purpose desktop support) since 2014. I've been following you're and several other TH-camrs (e.g., Du’An Lightfoot, David Bombal, Keith Bogart at INE, and Jeremy Cioara with CBT Nuggets). They have helped me as I prepare to take my ICND1 exam next month and CompTIA's Sec+ in November. I have read and re-read the Cisco Official Cert guide CCENT/CCNA ICND1 for the 100-105 exam. It was interesting to hear your brothers take on his experience with both the ICND1 & ICND 2 exams. I have been prepping for 4 months for the ICND1. A co-worker and I are working toward getting the CCNA R&S so that we can expand from our current roles.
    As far as labs go, with a wife and three kids funds are tight, So I have had to rely on Packet Tracer, the Cisco Learning Network & My NetAcad, which are all good training material. I am still learning GNS3. I have been able to secure some old equipment from my employer, two HP ProCurve 1810G 24-port switches, a Cisco RV042G router and a Windows 7 Pro HP Compaq 6200 SFF that wiped then did a clean install of Windows 10 Pro (v1803). All towards putting together a very basic home lab. Anything I can get my hands on just to have something physical to mess with even if it is not straight Cisco hardware.
    I enjoy your videos because you are passionate about what you do, they show me that it’s possible to progress in this field as long as you are willing to put in the work. Keep pounding out the videos and congrats on the new position with CBT Nuggets. Please do not stop with your Network Chuck Channel though!

  • @OneironauticalOne
    @OneironauticalOne 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just took the ICND2 yesterday and passed. I can definitely say focus on WAN, WAN, WAN technologies. Also one thing to remember is to look for what DOESN'T work. There are a lot of questions that want you to match certain things. If you focus on what you know ISN'T correct it leaves you with fewer variables for ones you aren't sure of. You can do it, just stay calm and carry on!

  • @Fuelcut
    @Fuelcut 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I failed my 220-901 by 20 pts today and felt like throwing up afterwards since I was so upset with myself for scheduling too early, haha. No worries though, next week I will pass it. I have already bought my study materials for the ICND1 and the ICND2 and can't wait to get into them and study my butt off after I get A+ certified. Just wanted to say that I enjoy your content and it's very motivating. Keep it up!

    • @NetworkChuck
      @NetworkChuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!! Yes, failing absolutely sucks. But I think we are better for it. You'll kill it on the next attempt!

  • @jameswestbrook1031
    @jameswestbrook1031 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just passed the ICND1 and in like 1-2 months my school is making me take ICND2 so this is definitely going to help me stay ahead in the game, thanks!

  • @ys-50989
    @ys-50989 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice you finally made a follow-up vid ..👍 looking forward for the job search n landing a job journey .

  • @curtiseisenbeis2484
    @curtiseisenbeis2484 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    8:20 right, and EIGRP, OSPF, and STP are the funnest topics in my opinion.

  • @goruby2
    @goruby2 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Passed my ICND2 Jan 22 2020. I'm 63 years old. Started on CCNA about a year ago and messed around till Sept 2019 passed CCENT. Kept sort of working on the ICND2 until Dec 2019 then I focused. Jan 22 I went into 22 days of 6+ hours a day. My test I didn't have any configuring. Had to troubleshoot OSPF and EIGRP Sim. I used Bosen for my Sims they were spot on for practice. The questions were pretty different from Bosen. The biggest thing with the test is you have to move through it fast. I had 30 minutes left and 26 questions to go. You have to push through and answer the questions. The sims, I focused on what the question was asking and eliminated answers with sh ip int br, sh run, sh ip ospf int etc. Good luck.

  • @noname89636
    @noname89636 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The key to passing the CCNA R/S is to do the labs. Study the books and videos, but Packet Tracer, GNS3 and the other lab envrionments will be critical and crucial to your success. You have to be able to picture everything in your head and connect the picture to your hands to movement of your hands performing the steps to truly understand what is going on. Lab when you can, as much as you can, as often as you can, wherever you can.

    • @k.hgiggles6880
      @k.hgiggles6880 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      its not only importan but a way more enaging way of studying. all my classmates are bored in lectures. we really learn when we go labs to do. thats the fun part

  •  5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man this video just gave me huge fear. i have my CCNA next week! PRAY FOR ME. congrats Chucks brother

  • @aledrees1997
    @aledrees1997 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    CCNA ICND2 has a cool exam cram on Safari Books Live Lesson - presented by Wendel Odom.
    It also has a really helpful "Common Mistakes" section. Fingers crossed

    • @NetworkChuck
      @NetworkChuck  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck! Thanks for mentioning that resource.

  • @roscoealford1574
    @roscoealford1574 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations! You’re an inspiration to us all

  • @carln1463
    @carln1463 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations. I'm studying for the ICND1 now with a course coming up in a few days.

  • @connykomen4237
    @connykomen4237 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video! I passed my ccent in February and now i'm studying for my CCNA. In September i start on my new job in a real Network & Security company. But the first 6 month ill get academy from the company and steam me ready for real work. Many company's here (belgium) offer some programs to work yourself in.

  • @adoulaadel1323
    @adoulaadel1323 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you bro , your topics make me very exciting to get ccna certification.. Keep going

  • @JoeyCasillas
    @JoeyCasillas 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Congratulations! I just passed ICND2 last week!

    • @manthing1467
      @manthing1467 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Joey Casillas as hard as you were expecting? icnd1 was easy

    • @JoeyCasillas
      @JoeyCasillas 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Man Thing it was hard just as hard as I thought. There is a lot more topics to know about. What Chuck's brother said was pretty spot on. A lot of questions on Infrastructure and APIC-EM. My simulations were also EIGRP and OSPF

  • @TeflonSheikh1987
    @TeflonSheikh1987 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I graduated with a bachelors degree in network and cybersecurity, and I landed a job at a call center.....

    • @CharleswoodSpudzyofficial
      @CharleswoodSpudzyofficial 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry to hear that

    • @SamAndrew27
      @SamAndrew27 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Opportunity is also largely dependent on where you live, for better or worse. Chin up though, working in IT is lucrative and rewarding if you play your cards right!

    • @TeflonSheikh1987
      @TeflonSheikh1987 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SamAndrew27 Thanks man, i plan on moving up real fast

    • @funknotik
      @funknotik 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know someone who has no certs, barely knows anything about network engineering or security, and they are an IT manager. Making 90k a year, it’s a strange world 🤷‍♂️

  • @rpimentel87
    @rpimentel87 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Digging the Schrute Farms shirt!

  • @rodrigoesparza7676
    @rodrigoesparza7676 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    networking/programming here I come!!! great video..keep them coming!

  • @Kris-rw7yx
    @Kris-rw7yx 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats Man!! good job. you guys are now, "The Network Brothers"

  •  6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your videos , They were a inspiration for me & today i just passed my ccna exam .
    Greetings from Mexico

    • @ayushchugh4992
      @ayushchugh4992 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are there simulations questions related to configuring the network devices/routing protocols in CCNA 200-125? I read somewhere there are only troubleshooting questions in which you have to run the correct show commands to answer the question. Is it true?

  • @ingiben4889
    @ingiben4889 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for motivation now i am CCNA certified because of you guys,

  • @manikbali3882
    @manikbali3882 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am new in this field and at first I was confused between 2 test( icnd1 and icnd2) or 1 test (ccna composite). thanks to you I got it cleared from your video and now again and again your videos are not just clearing my doubts but also motivating me that's really a big help.
    thanks and keep making videos by the way I have decided to take two tests and I have got many tips from your videos but any special tips you have for me as I am preparing for icnd 1 now .

  • @zyzzuschrist3410
    @zyzzuschrist3410 6 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    studying itself is so damn hard after a long day at a physical job, i'm feeling discouraged lately

    • @NetworkChuck
      @NetworkChuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      That's rough man....I know how tough that can be. Keep your head up and push through!! Keep that motivation going and manage that energy! If you can, try to study in the morning before work. I've been doing that lately and it's going pretty good so far.

    • @jahdonjovani
      @jahdonjovani 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Zyzzus Christ felt the same way. Take time off from work if u can and study. Worked for me.

    • @jahdonjovani
      @jahdonjovani 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      NetworkChuck had to do that to pass my CCNA Security. Passed last Thursday. What a relief.😁

    • @matmcpaul9060
      @matmcpaul9060 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same boat dude. The only time I have to study is around eight thirty at night. This is after the work day, doing whatever needs done around the house that day and putting my 5 year old to bed. Most of the time I can't even keep my eyes open. The thing is though, it will be so worth it.

  • @mpls_link
    @mpls_link 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    David Bombay is my CCNA R/S hero, i watch his videos every day, bought his courses from udemy, he the best for me!!! i also read the official cisco CCNA R/S 200-125

    • @josephmiller1518
      @josephmiller1518 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Polycarp Laurent That's exactly what in the process of doing now. Purchased that course on udemy and bought the Cisco books. My biggest obstacle is procrastinating.

    • @mpls_link
      @mpls_link 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey don’t worry I was procrastinating too but this video showed me a technique 😇 th-cam.com/video/wMyYCJBlZTQ/w-d-xo.html

  • @ChipsChallenge95
    @ChipsChallenge95 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I originally passed my CCNA in 2010, let it lapse, recertified in 2014, and since then I’ve gotten a CCNP Security, VMWare VCP6.5-NV, MCSA Sever 2016, CISSP, PMP, and passed the written CCIE Security exam, will probably never get around to the lab exam, especially since I only have 3 months left. As much as I (think) I know, it’s not enough. I’ve never programmed anything in my life aside from a Cisco device (if that counts), but I’ve recently started learning Python, and Ansible. The transition of infrastructure engineers to “DevOps” engineers is real and at this point, unavoidable. My goal is to become a network/security automation engineer for an ISP or MSP. I’ve been doing the Project Manager life for 4 years now and have to say, I don’t like it.

    • @universalpeaceproductiondv8571
      @universalpeaceproductiondv8571 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey Declan,is it best to go for ccna security or do i have to go for others ccna certification.please tell me.thanks

  • @Lifelonglearner23
    @Lifelonglearner23 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! 19 years old? I'm guessing he's not even going to college. Kudos to him. You're a great mentor to your brother.

  • @howlingfjord106
    @howlingfjord106 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any chance you're going to go over in more detail what he did to get the networking job, maybe also a little description of what he's actually doing and what his new job entails. I just got my first service desk job and I'm studying for the ccna while I work. Already using a bit of Cisco Ios at work right now so I'm excited to get a job where that's my main function.

  • @lucas93177
    @lucas93177 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yay the ICND2!! I did not even started the video I'm already excited

  • @DragonM109R
    @DragonM109R 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    As for getting experience... if you are in the it field (as he mentioned he is a tech) he already has his foot in the door... so in a situation like this I would recommend really getting n the good side of the network dept and see if you can shadow them.. you can sacrifice a little and either stay late for when they do work after hours see what is really done in the real world.. this does count as experience on a resume since you can now say you've done this or that from a "real world perspective" - and you never know.. they might offer you a position if it comes available ... just my opinion

  • @jerseysama
    @jerseysama 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just pased my 1st (919 score). Ur channel helped me get through the tougher times. Thx for everything chuck. Happy for ur bro! Working with lammle's book currently on chap 15 and slowly but surely get to chapter 24. Looking to complete and take test in 2 months. Wish me luck!
    Whats his next goal? Ccnp? I am considering that in 3 years time.

  • @CFH298
    @CFH298 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats Cameron! Live Lessons by Kevin Wallace and PluralSight are also fantastic video series!

  • @ThePred2009
    @ThePred2009 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    go for your cnna security or ccna data center or whatever direction you want to go

  • @michaelmaddox6646
    @michaelmaddox6646 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    is Cisco still handing out cards (wallet) with the certifications? Comp Tia did that for my Net+ and Sec+ certs

  • @TeslaMaxwell
    @TeslaMaxwell 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    the ICND2 was a pretty tough exam, Cameron is right, i got multiple APICEM and SDN questions too which I wasn't really that prepared for. I did passed my exam but truth to be told I felt like failing the exam.
    I am now in pursuit of the CCNP R/S

  • @Interestingworld4567
    @Interestingworld4567 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *_Holy cow this helps a ton man thanks :-)_*

  • @Miguel-hf9ld
    @Miguel-hf9ld 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    me encantan tus videos, estoy preparando para el examen ccna, saludo desde Peru , me motivas bastante :)

  • @XanderPetty
    @XanderPetty 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just took mine today and passed. A lot of the questions were things that I didn't really go too far in depth with in my studies and I thought I was for sure failing the exam. However, once we got to the lab parts that's where I feel link things turned around for me.

  • @deanvm9158
    @deanvm9158 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Companies want EXPERIENCE. But how can we get one if we can't get a job in the first place - THAT WAS SPOT ON. Uhg, can't tell you how many times I have experienced being turned down for that same reason. Maybe it's just about a matter of finding the right company. Maybe start with relatively small company? Don't be too ambitious trying to get a high-paying position right away? I don't know...

  • @650kdub
    @650kdub 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    im with in the NextGenT program now, will be taking ccna soon

  • @earldeuna6932
    @earldeuna6932 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Way to go! Wish I would be get mine this October

  • @arashemami2010
    @arashemami2010 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations Cameron, actually i got my CCENT right after Cameron and I was planing to take the exam in september but I think I need to review INE course but at high speed. Keith Bogart is a wonderful trainer but you need to double the video speed.
    I started learning ICND2 with David Bombal then Pearson Trainings Course and now I am gonna go for INE. Besides I read the book before but I forgot lots of details inside it.
    What makes me sad is, after learning too much and getting the CCNA Certificate, if you wanna apply for a job, they want you to have 5 years of experience which is not fare.
    Cameron wants to continue with CCNA collaboration, could you please explain why? I was thinking of CCNA Security as next.

  • @salihahassan7029
    @salihahassan7029 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job , great tips , great video
    Thanks guys .

  • @cptspaulding0
    @cptspaulding0 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats to your brother!! You have helped me out so much over the past year Chuck. I passed my ccent last month and Im hoping to take my CCNA in September or October. The ccent already got me a networking job and I'm moving up very fast. Any new material to learn python or any advice with CCNA wireless?

  • @telotm7313
    @telotm7313 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey chuck, I’m going to enter in a IT career and cyber security, networking are my favorites now. Should I go for CCNA? Or should I go directly to any cyber security courses? And IDK, I was thinking to do any cyber security course networking knowledge is a must. That’s why I was preparing for CCNA? Is my decision bad?

  • @FrisbeeBoi
    @FrisbeeBoi 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats! Reddit has a good ccna sub for questions as well.

  • @CloudIntegrations
    @CloudIntegrations 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great energy man cool brotherly bond Kudos

    • @NetworkChuck
      @NetworkChuck  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Mahad! Yeah, we share a love for tech...always fun!

  • @symeoncarter8144
    @symeoncarter8144 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations taking mine in September

  • @liquidomotions
    @liquidomotions 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    hey, I passed my ccna Routing N Swichting on July 9 2018 with only
    GED on my back!! I got 933 score!! my plan is to go for college now!! I think without a bachelors, it will be hard for me to get jobs!! pls can you suggest me how to study for my college while also study for ccnp!!or I should do sm else like CCNA securities to keep my Cisco certification up to date!!

  • @nlimchua
    @nlimchua 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats. Got my CCNA July 2018 (1st try, both ICND1 & 2) - the simulation troubleshooting is a must pass, these carry the most weight in the exam - I got 2 sims ea (combination ACL, OSPF, EIGRP) for the CCENT and CCNA . 5 months of stressful study/practice. While taking breaks, I would watch WW1 and 2 movies excerpt just to keep the adrenaline pumping. Next goal is CCNP-security (fingers crossed).
    Chuck/Cameron, Which state are you getting 60k pre-CCNA?

  • @ВълюВълев-ж5к
    @ВълюВълев-ж5к 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yo, I got my CCNA 2months ago but after going to 4-5 interviews I fee like everybody tries to underestimate the fact that I got the cert and I'm pushing to study Linux and Python.. what not.. and focuses on the lack of experience. I'm not in USA and damn.. it ain't easy to find a job here as well. I'd very much appreciate if you make a video on "after CCNA experience and getting a job" with like interview tips or something, just to get you on the right track and the right mood to get it going. Sometimes It's hard to not get discouraged although I know that the right job will come. I work in a call center right now, but after getting the CCNA they trying to offer me salary the same if not a bit lower than the one I'm getting now.. do y'all think that's normal .. even if applyin for a junior position?

  • @kwanebookall7663
    @kwanebookall7663 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    looks at old video thumbnail and sees red hoodie.... Takes comfort in blue shirt branded 'no bad days' :)

  • @user-lo3bq5py1h
    @user-lo3bq5py1h 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Actually just passed CCENT after only studying for 2 weeks. The test was super easy and I had been avoiding CCNA for years. Taking part 2 in a couple weeks.

    • @kalMHe
      @kalMHe 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're that genius!

  • @DabPanda710
    @DabPanda710 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do ICND 1 & ICND 2 translate over at all? with the New Cisco Certifications in February?
    Working on my Network + right now
    would it be better to tackle the CCNA first after Network +
    or go for ICND1 and ICND2 because it breaks it up into 2 tests?

  • @DergEnterprises
    @DergEnterprises 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats to Cameron for passing the ICND2. Fear not on applying for jobs your under-qualified for. Keep studying and as long as the employer knows that you understand networking, then you have a shot. Remember, most job applicants have experience, but no certs. So, use your cert as experience. I'm not just saying this, but I've been way under-qualified for my last three jobs on paper. In order for my climb the ladder, I've had to change jobs.

  • @JoeContrerasGenesisJoeC
    @JoeContrerasGenesisJoeC 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The real deal here. Another helpful video

  • @andrewneedham578
    @andrewneedham578 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Chuck,
    I discovered your videos a few days ago and just wanted to see if I could get your opinion on something - I was recently promoted from Help Desk Technician to Level II IS Technician. I work for a bank and I expressed to the System Admin that I was interested in Networking. He told me 'If you want a job for the next 10 years, get into Networking, but if you want a job for life, go into Cyber Security'. Do you think this is accurate? Also, I am A+ and Network+ certified - Do you think I should still go for my CCNA, even if I end up leaning towards a concentration in security? I have also been looking into the CEH certification and AWS.
    Thank you!

  • @Emmanuel-so9eo
    @Emmanuel-so9eo 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Definetely gonna follow this kids journey. Im nearly twice his age and still cant land an engineer role.

  • @damonaniton
    @damonaniton 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There are 2 things I tell people. Learn what the requirements are for that "next" job you want. Study them. Build your knowledge up so that you can intelligently speak on them when say asked about them in an interview.
    Next comes the harder and more controversial part. Figure out how to lie about it. Review those new job postings and see where you can take some of those requirements, that you now know and understand, and sprinkle that into your current work experience. This is very tricky. You absolutely must know these things because you are going to be quizzed on it during an interview. There is a very fine line between working in information you know vs what you do on a daily basis at work.
    The reason this is important and I recommend this is because recruiters, and often hiring managers even, often do nothing but key word searches on resumes they choose to look at. So your only goal now is to get them to even take a look at your name and call you. It is up to you to both secure and interview and land the job by speaking knowledgeably about what you have claimed to do on your resume. You dont need to prove you know everything. Often just that you understand and can figure it out and or work your way through a problem.
    This method has not failed me in 20 years now. It is something I wish I figured out sooner.

  • @mohamedfaisal7125
    @mohamedfaisal7125 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    NetworkChuck I hope you read this comment and reply, I was recently trying to pass my ccna in the wrong way. I had an idea that I would get my exams out they way like many of my friends did while using brain dumps(memorising mcq's) with websites like 9tut. I released that there's no point in being certified if you have zero knowledge. I'm currently starting university (I'm from the UK btw) and will be starting this September, I though this is the right way if I obtain a degree in computer network and security and then go for certifications like CCNA and so on. My question is what is the best study material is out there which can help me understand networking.

  • @FinGeek4now
    @FinGeek4now 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Passed ICND1, which was, weird. I went into the test expecting to need to retake, since I didn't have the funds to purchase practice exams / labs. So after my self-labs in Packet Tracer (3 Routers, 3 L2 switches: Practiced STP, RIPv2, ACLs), IPv4 addressing and subnetting, and I watched the Udemy ICND1 video by Laz about 5 times. Went into the test, with my motivation being "this is a practice exam". Took the test, took 20 minutes to do (54 questions). Getting the results, it surprised me so much that I actually said, out loud, "what!?"
    So yea, I'm CCENT now, next month, Sec+, then in Nov/Dec, CCNA. Also, as far as study groups, any chance for a CCNA Discord study group (Not a fan of FB)

  • @AzuuL_science
    @AzuuL_science 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is MCSA good to have in the networking field? Ofcourse in combination with networking certs?

  • @kevinneiswender7331
    @kevinneiswender7331 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What books are needed for the ICND1? Also, is there any word on when the version of this test will expire? Dont want to purchase books for a test that will expire soon.

  • @Jose-ye3xm
    @Jose-ye3xm 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s up guys. I’m currently going for my CCENT and then hopefully the CCNA. Always found some interest in this network field so I’m giving it a go. My question is what’s next after the CCNA? I have no prior experience or any education with IT. I’d like to grow with this and make a career out of it. Any tips or advices would be greatly appreciated.

    • @kopcikx
      @kopcikx 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Start with A+ then move to ccent.

  • @Danth01gt
    @Danth01gt 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats Cameron!

  • @robbuckley4505
    @robbuckley4505 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    So quick question. What does an average network engineer do? What is it that they do all day long every day? I understand the work behind physically installing the network and configuring everything but what then? There is so much info on what studying can do for you and what to study but so little information on what happens 9-5 and why that makes for such a great job.

    • @ultraegovegeta5401
      @ultraegovegeta5401 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robert Buckley once you’re in it’s just maintaining the network. You’ll have your stressful days but overall, it’s smooth sailing.

  • @ayushchugh4992
    @ayushchugh4992 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are there simulations questions related to configuring the network devices/routing protocols in CCNA 200-125? I read somewhere there are only troubleshooting questions in which you have to run the correct show commands to answer the question. Is it true?

  • @davidratkay9281
    @davidratkay9281 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats man!

  • @alexmayor4980
    @alexmayor4980 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chuck love your videos! I am pursuing CCNA and wanted to know if you have any suggestions on what exam test question to use?

  • @vids5384
    @vids5384 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi I just passed my icnd1 1 today, planning to take my icnd2 what is the cool if period until I have a second attempt at icnd 2 if I had to fail my first attempt?

  • @skull198
    @skull198 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    very helpful and informative!

  • @curtiseisenbeis2484
    @curtiseisenbeis2484 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh i guess they did change it, i wasnt able to put in show ip int bri

  • @RealX-Benz
    @RealX-Benz 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chuck would you Advise me to take CCNAX ? ( only having A+ cert )!!

  • @Ureyeuh
    @Ureyeuh 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've not noticed anyone asking this, so I'll ask it here, versus in the Facebook group...
    Cameron, if you can answer this, do you think that spending the time to read the Cisco Press books in their entirety to study for the exam is an inefficient use of time? You say in this upload that the books have, "more information than you'll ever need", so I'm wondering if I'm wasting my time trying to muscle my way through every chapter in my ICND1 Cisco book to prepare for the exam. Should I instead be hitting Cisco's exam topics individually to save time and feel like I'm actually making progress, then hitting the book to to fill in the holes? Sometimes I feel like I'm never going to get through this book and it can seem discouraging.

    • @theapplefan01
      @theapplefan01 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Uriah Graves I feel like trying to read the entire book will bore you to sleep. I will usually watch a video course and review areas I found harder to understand in the books as they go in to more detail.

  • @ChrisandKnight
    @ChrisandKnight 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The first two attempts for my ICND2 were a 733/811 and then an 800/811, very close, but it's frustrating.

  • @hasithaphantom6558
    @hasithaphantom6558 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratz . i did mine at 14th at last month and i passed with 9**