It is interesting how in the older days, encoders and typists were paid a lot of money. That knowing how to use a computer, or Excel is a plus in a resume. Nowadays, these are skills that are expected, and not even considered as a minimum requirement. In smaller companies, I have heard that their IT personnel not only handles the software and hardware duties like computer maintenance, but they also do the network and access responsibilities.
I wish I could use Excel well. I am terrible with it.
For sure. I work for a company that was a startup and the people who were there at the start, did everything. Many of those people kind of still do. Our CEO (founder) still answers support tickets from time to time, as well as coding a bit here and there. He definitely doesn't need to now, but he enjoys it and helps him be part of the process to understand better.
Wow, your CEO sound like a really cool dude. It's really nice when the boss, let alone the CEO, still knows how things work.