The Application Process

Well, next you break out the champagne and celebrate!

After that, you need 3+ years of experience. IT is always a bit boring cause the promotion scales tend to be standardized. If you can get a "Sexy" IT job (like google/apple) then it's much better. Whatever job you DO take, you want to be one of the BEST at it (in comparison with your peers).

That is an amazing score! Welcome to the 700+ club! I completely agree with Jon - in the years ahead, focus on being the best. I won't repeat what he's said but what I will say is add my $0.02 on a side topic. Professionally, Jon is spot on - it's hard to differentiate so you have to be great. However, personally, well there you have a little more flexibility, right? So as you look to your involvement and experiences OUTSIDE of your job, look to initiatives that have impact, scope, development opportunities, and interest. If you can find a way to part ways with the herd, you'll stand out and, given where you're coming from in terms of profile, standing out can be the difference maker.

If you have questions about opportunities or activities as you go through the next few years, don't hesitate to post here and we'll try to help you out!

Bhavik