CCIE Blog » Wayne Lawson II http://blog.ipexpert.com CCIE Candidates blog for all technical overviews relating to CCIE R&S, CCIE Voice, CCIE Security & CCIE SP Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:19:19 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 What’s Your Plan for 2012? http://blog.ipexpert.com/2012/01/02/whats-your-plan-for-2012/ http://blog.ipexpert.com/2012/01/02/whats-your-plan-for-2012/#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2012 18:49:17 +0000 Wayne Lawson II http://blog.ipexpert.com/?p=9587 This year I got back to a personal tradition I’ve had for most of my life, but neglected for the past few years. Every Jan 1st I draft my personal and professional goals for that year. I print them off and keep them in several places (my wallet, my office, my bathroom – so I can read them every morning and evening). Every day I ask myself, “what will I be doing today”, or “what did I do today” to help me achieve one of those goals. It’s a bit different than a “resolution”, I guess – but sortof’ on the same lines as one.

I’d like to know what your plan is for 2012 (as it relates to your technical certifications or technical studies). Are you planning on passing a lab, a professional-level or associate-level certification? Maybe looking into achieving a single Cisco certification, then pursuing a certification from another vendor. With all of the hot technologies coming to the forefront, what will you be doing to improve your resume and value?

Regards – Wayne

Connect w/ me @ www.WayneLawson.com

 

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Happy New Year! – Wayne

 

 

]]> http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/12/31/bring-on-2012/feed/ 0 Merry Christmas http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/12/25/merry-christmas/ http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/12/25/merry-christmas/#comments Sun, 25 Dec 2011 18:20:50 +0000 Wayne Lawson II http://blog.ipexpert.com/?p=9489 On behalf of myself, the team at IPexpert, Proctor Labs, and Platinum Placement Services, I’d like to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas.

Regards – Wayne

Wayne A. Lawson II – CCIE #5244 (R&S)
Founder, President & CEO – IPexpert, Inc., Proctor Labs, Inc. & Platinum Placement Services
Mailto: wlawson@ipexpert.com
Telephone: +1.810.334.1564

Connect @ www.WayneLawson.com

 

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I received information that RTP is adding more seats. The number of R&S seats is increasing to 5 a day (from 4) and Security seats to 4 a day (from 3). They will also be open on the 21st and 28th.

Thanks! – Wayne

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I’d like to point to a promotion we’re running for the next few months…..as our FB Fan Page grows – you’re awarded with free content. Go to Facebook, login, “Like” our Fan Page (www.Facebook.com/IPexpert) and check out the following contest for details click HERE. Be sure to forward to all of your “Cisco buddies” who may also be interested in freebies!

Thanks – Wayne

]]> http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/09/24/free-ccna-ccnp-and-ccie-written-quizzers-free-ccie-lab-prep-content-like-our-facebook-fan-page/feed/ 0 Blog Topics You’d Like to Read From IPexpert’s CEO http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/09/10/blog-topics-youd-like-to-read-from-ipexperts-ceo/ http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/09/10/blog-topics-youd-like-to-read-from-ipexperts-ceo/#comments Sat, 10 Sep 2011 15:48:47 +0000 Wayne Lawson II http://blog.ipexpert.com/?p=8248 Blog Followers,

For almost 11 years I’ve been running IPexpert (and the other affiliated companies) – and have been heavily involved in the CCIE arena globally the entire time (mostly behind the scenes). I’ve decided to begin a blog series (probably a blog every other week) where I will discuss industry news, trends, statistics, history and where I think the market for CCIEs is going. I view this market differently than most of you – because I’m a CCIE (#5244 – with my re-cert coming up soon!), I’m a former Cisco SE, I’m published but now I’m an entrepreneur who is also looking at various trends which are more focused on the business aspect of the CCIE community – and not just the technical aspect (That’s why I have geniuses like Vik, Tyson, Marko, Jason, Matt and Anthony – and many more helping me out from the technical perspective! ;-). I have a list of topics, and I’m actively getting requests from various friends on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter (although I don’t use Twitter that often), but I’d love to get some more ideas from the great group of CCIEs or CCIE-soon-to-be engineers out there following our blog! Please reply back to this blog – or to me directly through FB or LI and I’ll work on trying to fit in your requested topic. Thanks, and have a great weekend!

Regards, – Wayne

 

Wayne A. Lawson II – CCIE #5244
Founder / CEO / President of IPexpert, Proctor Labs, & Platinum
wlawson@ipexpert.com
+1.810.326.1444 ext. 101
www.IPexpert.com
www.PlatinumPlacementServices.com
www.ProctorLabs.com

 

]]> http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/09/10/blog-topics-youd-like-to-read-from-ipexperts-ceo/feed/ 2 Have You Ever Thought About Being Published? http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/09/03/have-you-ever-thought-about-being-published/ http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/09/03/have-you-ever-thought-about-being-published/#comments Sat, 03 Sep 2011 14:46:57 +0000 Wayne Lawson II http://blog.ipexpert.com/?p=8190 One of the greatest things that I benefit from, as being the owner of this blog (and company) is the fact that our blog followers and clients / students are the brightest and most motivated in the IT industry! Quite frequently I receive emails, Facebook messages, Linkedin messages, Twitter messages or calls from clients, quite frequently, asking if we have development opportunities. So – believe it or not – I’m already in the process of mapping out our 2012 strategy – and I am, once again, looking for developers. If you are interested – or know of anyone who possesses the following skill set(s) listed below, please pass on this blog post or my contact details. If not, I’ll let everyone get back to some good ol’ college football! :-)

What we’re looking for: 1099 developers (contractors) who have a very high-end technical background on any of the topics, technologies (or certifications) below. We’re looking for dedicated and experienced Sr. Engineers who are interested in writing materials – primarily test questions, videos and audio learning tools. We’re also seeking 1099 (contractor) Instructors who may be interested in teaching some of these newer technologies for us for several large clients we’re working on (on a short-term / temp basis – only a few weeks per quarter).

You must possess the following characteristics:

  • Motivated – must hit timelines
  • Intelligent – must be able to speak and write well (English)
  • Must have a high-end technical background and be considered a SME (Subject Matter Expert) within your technical arena. You will go through an extensive interview process – even as a developer for IPexpert, so please make sure you’re an instructor and not still a student of the technology you’re representing
  • It would be great if you had previous teaching / classroom experience
  • 4-year degree required. MBA (6-year degree) preferred
  • Must possess the certifications within the technical skill set / arena you’re seeking to develop in.

We’re always looking to expand our portfolio of beta-testers and developers. The skill sets we’re seeking:

  • Cisco CCNA R&S
  • Cisco CCNA Voice
  • Cisco CCNA Wireless
  • Cisco CCNA Security
  • Cisco CCNP R&S
  • Cisco CCNP Voice
  • Cisco CCNP Wireless
  • Cisco CCNP Security
  • Cisco CCIE (All tracks – including Storage and Service Provider) Lab
  • Microsoft (All major technologies / topics)
  • VMware
  • IT Security (CISSP, EC Council, etc.)
  • Citrix
  • HP (Yes – HP!)
  • Virtualization (VMware, Microsoft, Cisco – anything “virtualization” in the Data Center is hot for us right now)
  • Project Management
  • Wireless (All Wireless technologies)

I hope my clients in the U.S. have a great holiday (Labor Day), and my clients around the globe have an awesome weekend!

Regards – Wayne

 

Wayne A. Lawson II – CCIE #5244
CEO / President of IPexpert, Proctor Labs, & Platinum
 wlawson@ipexpert.com
+1.810.326.1444 ext. 101
www.IPexpert.com
www.PlatinumPlacementServices.com
www.ProctorLabs.com

 

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This Partnership is historical in itself as it will streamline the world class Cisco Certification training in India, making it at par with the leaders in the Industry. Through this partnership, ACIT shall cater to IPexpert’s clients in Bangalore, Mumbai and New Delhi, while also making the world class modules and training techniques of IPexpert available to ACIT’s local students in India. Indian students will also benefit further through this venture, by having the opportunity to be trained by the IPexpert’s world-renowned Instructors who will be teaching in ACIT classrooms in India.

IPexpert CEO, Wayne A. Lawson II, stated “We couldn’t be more excited about this partnership; delivering high-quality instruction is the center of everything we do and to be able to expand our training locations into India with an established leader like ACIT will allow our students the opportunity to receive IPexpert’s high caliber of network training courses. We selected ACIT because of their phenomenal reputation in India, and feel that both companies can promote a single world-class training service that’s unmatched in India.”

With the constantly evolving technologies being enforced around the world, there is a rising demand for skilled IT networking professionals in every developed country.  With over 13 years of experience in providing students with quality training, ACIT will be assisting in delivering IPexpert’s Cisco courses at their classrooms throughout India.  Mr. Rohit Pardasani, the MD of ACIT, stated “We are very pleased with the tie-up between ACIT and IPexpert. By combining our world-class courses and IPexpert’s world-class self-study portfolio we are able to provide our local students with the world’s most competent and up-to-date Cisco training solution.”

Lawson added, “We are committed to providing our students with the highest of quality Cisco training and we believe ACIT is the company to assist and back our quality assurance guarantee in our transition into India.” Lawson continued to state, “We have seen the IT industry continue to mature and evolve within India, and have had an increasing demand by potential clients based in India who are seeking Cisco Certifications as a way to gain recognition in this industry to increase compensation. We are certain that this partnership will soon make a very big impact on the Cisco Certification space throughout India.”

About ACIT:

Established in 1998, ACIT is a cutting-edge provider of Networking and Security training programs to clients from Europe and Asia. ACIT’s boot camp style training, delivered in India, consists of a course offering focusing on vendor certifications from leading vendors Cisco , Sun, Checkpoint and Microsoft.

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is an industry-recognized, privately held, Cisco Certification training company for networking engineers pursuing the highest level of career certification offered by Cisco. The company has become a global leader serving its niche market, boasting the most distinguished portfolio of self-study products & Bootcamps for CCIE Lab Training, CCIE Written Training, CCNP Training and CCNA Training.

 

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Regards – Wayne

]]> http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/05/26/ipexpert-launches-ccna-ccnp-and-ccie-written-training-for-rs-voice-wireless-and-security-tracks/feed/ 2 CCIE Jobs / CCIE Recruiting Services http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/04/05/ccie-jobs-ccie-recruiting-services/ http://blog.ipexpert.com/2011/04/05/ccie-jobs-ccie-recruiting-services/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:30:34 +0000 Wayne Lawson II http://blog.ipexpert.com/?p=6570 I’m pleased to announce the launch of Platinum Placement Services (PPS) – a CCIE-focused placement agency. PPS is currently looking for various high-end engineers to fill several CCIE job openings throughout the U.S. PPS will also be announcing several international opportunities throughout Europe and Asia. We (IPexpert) will be posting all job openings on Saturday (on this blog) – and encourage our students to join the PPS social communities to be notified about new openings.

Regards, – Wayne

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