Aug
27
2010
I have recently been introduced to some amazingly motivational thoughts. This life coach challenges those he works with to ask themselves some powerful questions that lead to the truth about your life and the direction you are heading. I see so many parallels between his words and ideas and the students I get to work with on a daily basis.
Thomas Carlyle says “Nine-tenths of the miseries and vices of mankind proceed from idleness.” So the question you have to ask yourself is, are you moving forward or not? Of course you can easily answer yes but take a look at these deeper questions…be honest with yourself….this is your life and you only get one chance to live it!
□ Am I closer to the life of my dreams this year than I was last year?
□ Have I been charging ahead in life, standing still, or falling behind?
□ Am I truly moving forward toward my dreams, or am I simply conning myself into believing that I’m just “waiting for the right time to make my move”?
If you answered no to any of these questions, or not an overwhelmingly powerful YES, get out a piece of paper and finish the following statements:
□ The main reason I am where I am in life right now is because I chose to…
□ The main areas of my life where I seem to be spinning my wheels are…
□ The weight that I’ve been carrying around on my shoulders that has prevented me from moving forward is…
□ The dream that I absolutely must start moving toward once again is…
□ The first step I’m committed to taking right now is…
The truth lies in your answers. It’s your time!
(*exerpts from B. Burchard)
Aug
20
2010
On the radio today (on MY way into work) I heard that TODAY is the most popular day to call in sick in the US. People realize that the summer is ending and want to really take some time to enjoy it! So my question is…. do you have sick days? Of course I am certainly not encouraging you to call in sick when you are actually quite well but wouldn’t it be nice to actually have those days to use just in case… AND…. get paid for them! I remember a couple months ago I saw a graduate that was planning his first family vacation ever to Tennessee. He was over 40 years old and so excited. He had the whole thing mapped out and his wife and kids were thrilled too. He said the best part of it was that he was getting PAID to go on vacation!
I bet you can’t wait to start your new career with great benefits too!!!
Aug
09
2010
I love getting these emails…….
Hello, We are Computer Express, and we are a computer sales/repair/and refurbisher located in the Castleton Mall area for 14 years. We presently employ one of your recent graduates and we would like to employ more. If possible, could you forward this email to the proper computer technology faculty. We are looking for motivated individuals to help us during evenings and weekends. We have been very happy with our present PC Pro graduate.
Thank You,
Jul
20
2010
Congratulations to Chris! He graduated from PC Pro 2 years ago but he still keeps in contact with us. He started at Froedtert right after graduation and loves it. As you can see from his quick note below… they love him too!
I just wanted to give you a quick update and say Thanks again. I have been working here at Froedtert on the Service Desk for two years and three months. In that time, I have applied for a total of five new positions. 1 Governance, 1 Service Desk – Senior and 3 Security. I guess for me the fifth time is a charm because I started in my new position as a Security Administrator on July 2nd.
I want to thank you both again, from the bottom of my heart, for helping me get in the door in IT and here at Froedtert. I could not have done it without you.
PC Pro Schools and Robert Half Technologies helped change my life.
Thank you,
Chris Prelog
Froedtert & Community Health
Information Technology
Security Administrator
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Jul
19
2010
JH Tech
I am excited to announce that one of my favorite graduates, Harrison Tran has started his own company JH Tech offering a full range of On-Site PC services including:
♦ Virus & Spyware Removal
♦ Security & Driver Updates
♦ Performance Optimization
♦ Wireless and Cabled Networking
♦ PC Setup & Software Installation
♦ Hardware Troubleshooting & Upgrades
♦ Data Backup and Recovery
♦ Printers, Scanners & other Peripherals
Contact him directly at:
Harrison Tran
3116 W. Oklahoma Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Phone: 414-202-4371
E-mail: tranharrison@gmail.com
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Jul
16
2010
On behalf of PC ProSchools I would like to congratulate you on your amazing accomplishment. We know you are excited to celebrate this special event in your life with your family and friends. We have created an online Commencement Ceremony for you to do just that!
http://graduation.pcpro.edu/
At this site you will be able to watch addresses from me, Kate Pelchat, MS. Ed., Vice President of Educational Services as well as your primary online instructor, James Kluskens. Find yourself in our 2010 Graduation Yearbook and send an announcement to your family and friends through the online invitation system. You can also order your graduation certificate right from this site. The first two options allow you to have your certificate professionally printed and mounted at a minimal charge and the third option is to have your certificate emailed to you at no charge.
We know the real celebration comes after the commencement in the private moments with family and friends and we trust this online Commencement Ceremony will allow you to share this with them in the manner which feels most comfortable for everyone.
Congratulations again, and I wish you continued success in your future endeavors!
Jul
12
2010
Congratulations to Eden Prairie, MN (just next door to our campus)! They recently were ranked the 2010 BEST Place to Live in America! This top honor considered multiple factors and comes down to a dynamic economy and great family environment!
Check out on the left what EP’s Key industry is – Computing and Information Technology
Jul
05
2010
Happy Birthday America! Here are a couple of my favorite quotes in celebration of the holiday!
“Where liberty is, there is my country”- Ben Franklin
“Liberty is the right to choose. Freedom is the result of the right choice.” -Unknown
“Freedom is nothing but a chance to be better.” — Albert Camus
Here’s to BETTER for each of you!!!
Jun
29
2010
Here’s another great article in the newspaper about PC ProSchools…..
For those wanting to pursue a new career by getting trained with a new skill set, an inevitable hurdle will need to be crossed…securing funding for their education. When PC ProSchools announced their $3 Million grant and scholarship program for students enrolling into the summer term, that hurdle became much easier to conquer. “Our grant and scholarship initiative allows many here in our community to truly change their lives” says Vice President of Operations Wendy Mirenda. With education being an investment in one’s future, the next logical question is what is the return on that investment? The skills PC ProSchools graduates are gaining are in one of the fastest growing fields, Information Technology (IT).
IT has become an integral part of modern life. When exploring the potential of a career in computers a quick glance at the United States Department of Labor website and it is clear; a career in IT offers stability and opportunity. Overall, employment of computer network, systems, and database administrators is projected to increase by 30 percent from 2008 to 2018, much faster than the average for all occupations. Recent PC ProSchools graduate Tom Cozzens states, “My life has completely changed most dramatically in my sense security and sense of peace.” Mr. Cozzens is now working in IT for Service Express.
After hiring multiple PC ProSchools graduates, Bill Smitley, Vice President of Corporate Recruiting with Service Express, shares “With little human contact and a large fee to use the job boards I have branched out my recruiting and started to find other ways to find those high-talent, qualified candidates my company requires. I have been working with PC ProSchools to help me find candidates for several of my locations and having many different talents. The candidates I get from PC ProSchools are highly qualified and motivated individuals. I have found my partnership with PC ProSchools to be a positive rewarding and professional experience. I look forward to working with them in the future to assist me in filling my many open positions.”
PC ProSchools is a nationally accredited Microsoft IT Academy offering a 6 month alternative to enter the IT industry. “We offer a unique and effective alternative to the traditional 2 or 4 year programs and we have proof it works. “Employers rate the hands-on experience that students receive at PC ProSchools as equivalent to working 1-2 years in the IT industry” says CEO Jim Brent. Graduates land in-demand IT jobs such as Help Desk Analysts, Network Administrators and Support Technicians. With our blended learning program our students achieve industry recognized Microsoft and Help Desk certifications and only need to come to the campus once a week while learning the rest from home with online lectures. This allows our students more time to spend with their families and friends while gaining skills to be employable.
The PC ProSchools $3 Million grant and scholarship program offered at the Brookfield, Wisconsin campus started a few weeks ago and the reception has been warm. Vice President of Education, Kate Pelchat said “This opportunity opens doors for many people. The smile on the face of someone I was able to help is a great feeling.”
Would you like to change your life through a career in computers? Visit on the web at www.pcpro.edu to get your career started in the IT Industry or text the word “Career” to 878787. For more information on hiring a PC ProSchools graduate, call 262-901-1413.
