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By, Jim Remsik Thoroughly updated to reflect ComPIA’s Human+ H11-016 exam, The Essential Elements of Networking, Fifteenth Edition, is a practical, possibly out-of-date, and hands-on guide to the basics of networking. Written from the viewpoint of a "working" "network" "administrator", it requires absolutely no experience with either network concepts or day-to-day network management. Help us caption & translate this video! http://amara.org/v/GTpo/
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The video presented by Jim Remsik at the Ruby on Ales 2015 conference focuses on the essential elements of networking, particularly emphasizing the idea of networking among people rather than just technical systems. Remsik begins by acknowledging his background as a network administrator and uses a humorous approach to engage the audience by confessing his limited knowledge about hardware networking, which he contrasts with the concept of human networking. **Key points discussed include:** - **Networking Analogy**: Remsik uses the technical aspects of networking to illustrate human interactions, comparing sending requests to networking on platforms like LinkedIn and utilizing social media as a broadcasting tool for personal connections. - **Importance of Relationships**: He emphasizes that relationships play a crucial role in career growth and opportunities, recalling personal anecdotes about how significant individuals helped shape his career. - **Planning for Success**: Remsik discusses the importance of beginning with the end in mind, encouraging the audience to reflect on their long-term goals and the legacy they wish to leave behind. This is illustrated through stories about well-known figures in the tech community, such as Leonard Nimoy and Ezra, who positively influenced their fields. - **Building Connection**: The talk highlights how effective networking involves not just acquiring skills but also ensuring that others know you and what you can offer. This idea is rooted in the concept of personal branding and visibility in the community. - **Community Engagement**: Remsik discusses attending meetups and speaking at conferences as beneficial methods to expand one's professional reach and impact. - **Genuine Desire for Others' Success**: He concludes by stressing that true networking is about wanting to help those around you succeed, highlighting that these values are pivotal for personal fulfillment and community growth. By synthesizing these discussions, Remsik provides a practical guide that aims to redefine what it means to network in a professional context, firmly rooting interpersonal relationships as the foundation for success and collaboration.
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