Take the Plunge

Looking ahead to my graduation is quite bittersweet. On one hand the thought of donning a cap and gown and receiving my diploma is very exciting, but on the other hand, going out into the scary world of job interviews and paying back student loans is stressful enough to keep me up at night. Although I feel that all college students should enjoy their time living away from their parents but not yet full of responsibilities, they need to also keep in mind that all play and no work can leave you with a less than stellar resume. I feel that building a resume and getting contacts with people who will help you in the job market will take years. Networking with people established in the community is way to get your foot in the door, but you must have a solid resume ready to hand over once you get in that door. So when you are sitting in your seat at graduation waiting for your name to be called, look around you because your fellow students suddenly just became your competition and each .1 on your GPA or extra club you joined in those four years will help you stand out in the sea of graduates.

Posted by Suzanne on 11/23/2008 01:49:00 PM
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