IT: a Man's Game? Think Again - Five Reasons Why You Should Be in IT Helen York, Careers Consultant, Computeach
According to a recent survey, almost 90 per cent of girls aged between 11 and 16 think that using technology is 'cool' and is a regular topic of conversation with friends. 38 per cent of girls talk about technology, including mobile downloads and social networking, on a daily basis.
London, UK (PRWEB) September 26, 2008 -- However, here's where the pattern changes. The survey also highlighted that, despite the vast interest as consumers, technology is only considered as a career choice by 28 per cent of girls - compared with 52 per cent of boys. So, where have all the good women gone? And what's stopping you pursuing a IT Career?
The all important pay packet
Let's face it, you can't open a newspaper, watch the TV or sip on an after-work Gee and Tee without somebody, somewhere banging on about the credit crunch! Yes it's annoying but it is making us tighten our Prada purse strings - or should that be Primark purse strings...? So, it's not surprising that more of us are looking to increase our income to keep up with the rising cost of living.
But here's something you may not know. The IT industry is experiencing a shortage of skilled workers. So what! I hear you cry. Well, this is having a direct impact on the salaries employers are willing to pay to fill much needed gaps - with research proving that even junior level posts have incurred double-digit rises year on year. So why not, instead of looking for evening work in your local, apply for a job in IT?
From computer geek to computer chic
There's no escaping the fact that IT has an image problem that easily rivals even some of worst dressed celebs in town. But unlike, said unnamed celebrities, IT's awful image problem is becoming a thing of the past. Gone are the days when working in IT meant that you spent most of your week, huddled in a corner, alone, with your face pressed up against a computer monitor.
Working in technology can be fast paced, creative and requires bags of multi-tasking capabilities - ideal for the modern woman. Yet female IT workers are seriously outnumbered by their male counterparts. This vicious circle needs to be broken - it's high time the boys made way for the women!
Brain strain..?
When we think of IT we think logic, maths, codes - all functions controlled by the right brain, universally associated with the male of the species. But this just isn't the case. If, like many of the fairer sex, you use the creative and emotionally astute left side of your brain you could be putting it to real use in IT as a web designer or help desk support technician - and getting paid a packet in doing so! Working in IT isn't a matter of left or right brain - it's a no brainer!
The juggling act
The pressure on women to 'have it all' has never been greater. If we're not putting in the extra hours at work for that promotion - we're on the school run or buzzing around the house in domestic goddess mode. Why not forget the nine 'til' five and free up some extra time by working in IT as a freelance, contractor or remote worker? The flexibility in IT will give you more time to put your feet up, crack open a box of chocolates and indulge in a bit of 'me time' - remember that ladies...?
Getting a foot in the door
Great, so now you know all the reason why you should be in IT - what's stopping you? Changing career and getting a foot in the door of the IT industry doesn't have to equal huge sacrifices. You don't need a computer science degree to shine in IT. Transferable work and life skills will often be enough to get your foot in the door but, to get the best start, getting some industry recognised qualifications under your belt is a good plan. There's no need to give up your current job or stress out about extra child care - distance learning is the way forward and, even before you're qualified, employers will be snapping you up!
About Computeach
With over 40 years of experience in the IT Training Industry, Computeach provides innovative and truly blended learning solutions to improve lives for a wide range of customers.
For further information contact:
Helen Stevens/Carly Rudrum/Bethan Wadeson
www.berkeleypr.co.uk
T.01454 629 741
carly.rudrum @ berkeleypr.co.uk
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