Both Sides of the Desk: Asking for a Raise (The Engineer’s Perspective)
Part 3 of the "Both Sides of the Desk" series tackles one of the most uncomfortable conversations in your career: asking for a raise. From the engineer's perspective, how to know if you deserve one, when to ask, how to build your case, and what to do when the answer is no.
Both Sides of the Desk: Burnout (The Engineer's Perspective)
The first in a new series examining critical issues from both engineer and manager perspectives. This post explores burnout from the network engineer's viewpoint - the relentless pursuit of the next certification, work overload, organizational chaos, and the exhausting disconnect between technical reality and management expectations.
What I Look for When Hiring Network Engineers: Beyond the Resume
A hiring manager's honest perspective on what really matters when evaluating network engineering candidates - from resume screening to technical validation. Learn how to stand out in the hiring process and avoid the common disconnect between interview performance and actual technical capability.