I am interested in trying out the LPIC-1 certification however I am slightly worried that I may not have the needed professional experience to pass. I am still studying hard and running a lab with a server and a couple of clients, watching CBT nuggets reading man pages and waiting for LPIC-1: Linux Professional Institute Certification Study Guide: (Exams 101 and 102) by Roderick W. Smith to come in the mail. I would appreciate some words of wisdom from the gurus and novices on study methods and experiences that may help. 
LPIC-1 for non-professional experienced user
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