Emily Matzelle's Posts

Freelance Writer

Emily Matzelle is a freelance writer based in the Chicagoland area. She’s spent 20+ years writing for a variety of industries including technology, health care, B2B and B2C. Emily has worked with CompTIA since 2011.

  • Hackers’ New Target: Small Businesses

    Oct 23, 2018, 19:58 PM by Emily Matzelle
    The popular television series Mr. Robot depicts a group of hackers up for any challenge – the bigger the better – and this is generally how Hollywood casts cyber-criminals. In reality, they’re starting to go after the little guy.
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  • We Have Your Data: How to Combat Ransomware

    Oct 23, 2018, 19:35 PM by Emily Matzelle
    Having your data held hostage because of a ransomware attack is a sickening feeling for any end-user or business owner. But if it happens to you, don’t panic. It’s time to decisively solve the problem, or, better yet, get out in front of it.
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  • How to Find a Remote IT Job

    Oct 16, 2018, 13:37 PM by Emily Matzelle
    The right way to find a remote IT job is to search for a position that is appropriate—or maybe even designed—for a remote employee. Here's how to start.
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  • What Jobs Can I Get with a CompTIA Certification? 5 Functional Areas of IT

    Sep 21, 2018, 19:12 PM by Emily Matzelle
    Since our certifications are vendor neutral, CompTIA-certified IT pros work in a wide range of professions. Today, we take a look at the top five functional areas for CompTIA-certified professionals, as reported by Global Knowledge.
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  • What IT Certifications Will Make You the Most Money?

    Aug 6, 2018, 20:57 PM by Emily Matzelle
    We know that IT certifications matter. But, it’s always nice to have some third-party validation. The recently released 2018 IT Skills and Salary Report by Global Knowledge serves that validation up on a silver platter with its ranking of the top 20 highest-paying certifications.
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  • Going All In on LinkedIn: How to Set Up Your Profile

    Aug 3, 2018, 14:35 PM by Emily Matzelle
    We know we should be using LinkedIn to network, but many of us don’t necessarily know how to do that. Get started with these easy steps.
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  • CompTIA Stackable Certifications: What’s Your Perfect Stack?

    Jun 11, 2018, 18:57 PM by Emily Matzelle
    Where do you see yourself in 1 year, 5 years or even 10 years? Many of us don’t have a definitive answer. Our mentors will tell us to set small goals along the way and take the necessary steps to achieve them. But even then, how do we know we’re on the right path? CompTIA Stackable Certifications are here to help.
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  • Bringing Hospitality to the Help Desk

    May 23, 2018, 17:52 PM by Emily Matzelle
    Meet Karolis Krikstanas, who successfully paired his interest in IT with a hospitality skill set and a CompTIA A+ certification to move out of the hotel industry and on to the help desk.
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  • Higher Thinking: AI, Automation and the Future of Jobs

    Apr 27, 2018, 19:32 PM by Emily Matzelle
    As a steady stream of disruptive new tech goes mainstream, what will happen to our jobs? Find out here.
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  • Mentorship, Dedication and Ambition: How CompTIA A+ Opened Doors for One IT Pro

    Jul 7, 2017, 15:58 PM by Emily Matzelle
    Aaron Smith had little background in technology but discovered a love for IT while working as a teacher's aide. More than 20 years and a handful of certifications, Smith has blended his passion for education with his love for IT.
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