Entry-Level IT Launchpad

Main message: Do not frame yourself as "no experience." Frame it as CompTIA A+ certified + Per Scholas trained + remote customer service experience = entry-level technical support candidate. The best first roles are people-facing tech jobs where communication matters as much as troubleshooting.

If you only read one thing: Target technical support, help desk, SaaS/product support, application support, or IT asset support. Keep $19/hr as your minimum and aim for $20-$25/hr.

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