Technology and Jobs

More people are becoming increasingly concerned about jobs.  As technology advances at the sonic speeds more entry-level jobs are going to be replaced.  This is a fact.  We can't slow it down if we want to see cheaper goods and services.  Companies also need to stay competitive.  Look at the recent deal between Microsoft and Walmart as both behemoths battle Amazon
Another factor with this is growing wages.  As more states implement higher minimum wage laws companies are seeing more ROI on Kiosks and self-checkout registers.  Amazon has introduced a convenience store model that doesn't have cash registers at all.  You just download an app and you can go through the store and items get added or removed based on what you pick up. and put down.  More and more jobs are going to be automated.  Tesla is working on self driving tractor trailer trucks.   Amazing technology, but humans need to adapt.  Even in IT we are seeing programming take over many of the functions humans do.  From updating computers to diagnosing hard drive failures.  Automation is everywhere and effecting all of us.  What are we going to do.  Well our politicians will have to deal with higher unemployment, but we can learn and update our skills in the new economy.  Get a side gig to protect your family.  

My journey is just beginning as well.  I am looking to skill up and plan on taking my CCNA exam in September.  We are going to document that with more of these blogs.  As we go forward I am going to help more of you get into IT and learn the awesome skills that will help you prepare for anything.