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Why IT Certifications STILL Matter in 2025 (The Truth You Need to Hear)

Why IT Certifications STILL Matter in 2025 (The Truth You Need to Hear)

Update: 2025-12-05
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Today we’re taking a real-world look at IT certifications—what they actually do for your career, why they’re still valuable, and how they can help you break into tech or level up into a better role. Certifications don’t guarantee you a job, but they do give you the fundamentals, the confidence, and the visibility you need to get in the room and stand out from the competition.

In this episode, I cover:
• How certifications create a fast path into tech
• Why certs help you stand out in a crowded job market
• How certifications increase your earning potential
• How certs attract new opportunities (even when you’re not looking)
• Why certifications give beginners structure, clarity, and a roadmap

Whether you’re brand new to IT or trying to advance your career, this episode breaks down the practical benefits of getting certified.





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Why IT Certifications STILL Matter in 2025 (The Truth You Need to Hear)

Why IT Certifications STILL Matter in 2025 (The Truth You Need to Hear)

Michael Bowden