Review: Being a go-to-tech

Being a go to Tech by Warren C. Zabloudil is a great how-to and self improvement that should be read by not only anyone going into the IT (information technology) field but any service-based career. Mr. Zabloudil uses a common sense approach pointing out the ins and outs that will make you the individual (or team leader) that everyone looks to when their computer systems are down. The book brings up several good points that we may have heard before but not in as clear and precise as Mr. Zabloudil puts it in this book. He points out how different types of attitudes can affect performance and steps that should be taken to change your outlook when going into a job or dealing with management. You will be shown the importance of listening, documenting, understanding, communication and time management.

Mr. Zabloudil does a great job of organizing, categorizing and detailing the information. He starts with the basic needed for the new person and takes you through what you need to know to be a good team leader. One the most useful pieces of knowledge that runs throughout the book is that the best at their job are the one constantly learning about the latest technologies and techniques for repairing them. The one area that I would criticize is that for the non-technology person that might read the book will see the occasional three-letter acronym and not know what it means.

Overall I would recommend this book for any college course that is preparing students for going into the IT field. It will also be of benefit to have at home as a reference guide on improving in the areas you feel will help you get further in your career.