IT certifications have gone from cachet to cliché, whether in enterprise IT departments, or among the ranks of VARs and other channel entities. While there are still a handful of IT certifications that do still matter, for the most part, certifications aren't as important as real-world skills and experience. So for those who'd rather climb the corporate ladder without dragging a worthless acronym with you, here are five simple ways to increase your employment value without certification:
