Listen & Learn Podcast #4: Taking the Uncertainty Out of Earning Certification

Technical certification is increasingly popular and powerful. More and more technology companies and technology associations offer preparatory training and certifications for systems, products, technical practices and integrations. That is available for the several levels, from beginner through expert.

Robert Hoey, Dell Technologies Global Lead Instructor for VxRail, lays out clear, compelling arguments for gaining technical certification. Given that he holds the PowerStore Specialist certification, Rob can readily share what certification means to both the individual and the employer. He used the words “competency” and “confidence” more than once.

Preparing for one’s exam warrants considerably more time than just taking the exam. Rob compares the two preparation approaches offered by Dell Technologies Education Services: on-line and instructor-led. Rob’s knowledge of the different ways in which people learn lets him specify the differences in the approaches and how to make your selection. A rich and ready source of examples, Rob details personal ways to study, to “gear up” and to get ready for the exam itself…. without fear.

How to Take the Uncertainty Out of Earning Technical Certifications

• Free On Demand Courses on VxRail

• Catalog of Exams & Trainings

Robert Hoey – Global Lead Instructor, VxRail  

Robert is an instructor specializing in Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) and Converged Infrastructure (CI). He enjoys helping customers, partners, and internals realize the potential of our products, services, and solutions. Rob started in technology circa 7CF (hexadecimal, which translates to 1999). He has worked in a variety of roles including support, service readiness, and training. Currently the Delivery Global Lead Instructor for HCI/CI. Rob blends a wry sense of humor with enjoyment of leveraging technical solutions to their fullest extent, and, of course, long walks on the beach with needlessly dramatic sunsets. 

Tim Wright -- Listen & Learn Host

Tim Wright has engaged in education and learning his entire life. Beginning as a middle school English teacher and then enjoying opportunities in corporate L&D in telecommunications, healthcare, information services, and Dell. Having been with Dell Technologies’ Education Services since 2013, Tim most enjoys the interactions with people that allow dynamic Q&A and shared discoveries.