Are you TOO old for IT in 2024?

Let's dive into this controversial topic about age and technology. Are you TOO old to work in IT? HELL NO! We welcome everyone of all ages, sexes, or races!

Here are a few links to resources from the video that will be helpful:

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[nikos-giorgos]

I'm 55 and I'm starting now.

[jeffrydiamond]

The main hurdle is getting past gatekeepers who have no practical knowledge.

[scooby]

never too late. depends on the person. i'll be turning 60 this year. i've been in the IT field since 89. i'm refreshing my skills by working part-time towards my MSCS. i learn just as fast or faster than i ever have. i'm employed as a senior network engineer. i'm transitioning into software engineering but it is a tough time for that right now.

[krazyknva]

Started working IT as a Signal soldier in '96. After serving my time, I went on to try different fields. Recently decided to get back into IT, starting with earning my certs back. Forgot how much I love the field.

[shabadabadoo]

Turning 42 this year. Have been in IT for 20+ years. I can absolutely tell you that my ability to learn things is slowing down. Still keeping up, but I have to do a lot more outside of work hours in terms of learning.

[megmucklebones]

I was in IT for 14 years, didn't get every far, mainly stayed in the same job because I liked it and the money was good. Then, just after Covid, I left and got into retail. Now I want to get back into IT, but I'm 48! So, got a little bit of anxiety about it. How can I compete with younger, sharper minds? Still, retail is horrendous, lol. So I'm going to roll the dice and be happy regardless. I would be happy with a decent 1st/2nd line support position to be honest.

Does anyone suffer with memory issues, or is it just me lol. That's the hardest part. Retaining information. The certs I've recently done are not hard, but the sheer amount of information I forget is kind of disheartening. Suppose the use it or lose it comes into play, but moreso the older you are.

[therealmcgoy]

I think what is more important is showing a willingness to learn than age.

[STLPhil]

I'm 32, been in IT for 4 working years, 2 years before of college. I have my associates and the CompTIA trifecta. I want to move into a security analyst role, but its impossible without security work experience+bachelor's. Both of those are almost impossible even trying to get into a entry-level. I have the drive. I am currently trying to figure out what certification I want to go to next, because there is plenty of vendors with a variety of certifications for the exact same thing.

[AlexBailey-ck]

Here's a quick fact certain companies can help you pay for college tuition or skills like Walmart, Google, target, IBM, target and ups to Microsoft look it up.

[joshuasimmons]

My “ perceived “ problem with general IT, is a $65000 degree, a few hundred bucks for Comptia, and only MAYBE eligible for $12 help desk.
Not feasible for a 40 year old.

[darksavior]

I graduated with a masters in Comp Sci last August, and its a wasteland out there for entry level. Add to it, I am an older graduate, so I often wonder if my age is working against me in the industry. So this video speaks to my concerns.

[grey_planet_hobbies]

Love your Videos man. Just turned 36 looking to change my career and your vids are a huge help dood 🤘

[hiigara]

Just wanted to say cheers dude. 9 momths ago i found your channel as a 39 year old as i was looking for q career change. I joined a local msp. In the lat month i was offered a service desk team leader roll. As a 40 year old now.in it.i can agree.age its not to late to change

[julianbueno]

I was actually thinking about this recently. I've been out of the industry for almost a year. I need to catch up but I'm 49..going to be 50 in 7 months. Was admin/tech 1/tech 2 for a small school district. I know a lot of different aspects of running a Network but I don't know enough to specialize in anything specific. I was thinking data security or network security. However, I don't know how to start or where to start. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[nikos-giorgos]

"The tech industry is booming" said the man, oblivious of the fact that tech companies laid of(by the thousands) almost half their staff in the last two years.

[TAPCybersec]

When it comes to tech, the only requirement is aptitude. If you can learn it, you can do it regardless of age.

[quivox]

29 pursuing my Associates while studying for my comptia Trifecta.

[InfinexPrimeGaming]

Hey man I’ve been watching you channel for a long while now. You progressed very far not only professionally but physically too. Not to mentioned your information and perspective have helped my career a ton. Mad respect man keep doing the lords work

[mercyndivhu]

41 and going into IT, from South Africa....my humble Opinion dont bite me...A Brain does not get old, its more about attitude...

[Kenster-man]

In Tech Presales/Solutions/Services arena I’m mostly seeing 27 - 45 as the sweet spot. The technical sales roles especially the younger crowd. I’ve been working with lots of Technical Sales, Channel Mgrs, BDMs that are in the younger 25-37 range. PMs can be more seasoned/middle-aged.

I’m not saying it’s over in tech if you’re 50 you just have to work harder to find your spot. It’s a fast changing industry that’s getting more sophisticated with big learning shifts - requiring more hands-on training and with the Cloud services firm I was at last few years - the Cloud Engineers were mostly in their 30’s with a couple of seasoned vets in early 40’s.

That’s why I’m getting out of the Solution Engineering role and pivoting into more IT/Tech Business Strategy roles. Good luck all!