Peaks and Valleys: Graduation and Job Search

This year is witnessing the greatest demand for freshly minted college grads since the dark days of 2008. Still, not every grad has landed their first “real” job. Here’s an encouraging article to reassure and offer solid counsel those not yet hired.
Graduation is a time of exhilaration. As with similar moments, a sudden crash often follows. If you’re facing the hard edge of the real world take heart: it’s normal. The only thing that can defeat you is you. Follow the suggestions in the article and remember after years studying the ideal world of the academy you are entering the grimy imperfection of the real world.
One of the biggest stumbling blocks is being taken in by the grand qualifications stated in many job descriptions. Take a look behind all the “nice to haves” employers put on their public faces and see if you don’t have skills that are similar to the stated qualifications. This is not a test where every answer has to be perfect. You are marketing yourself, and the greatest mistake any salesperson can make is to make the buying decision for the prospect. If you have skills that approximate what the employer is looking for let them decide if they want to interview you. Don’t make the decision for them and not apply for a job that you may do well at even if you think you aren’t the perfect candidate. Remember the employer has been stuck in this imperfect world for a long time. It could work in your favor.
Keeping with the marketing theme, resumes can stymie the new graduate. Beware of underselling yourself by understating your background. Resumes are the ads that either get the employer’s attention or his round file. They are also an area where a staffing agency like BOLT can you immeasurably. Bring in your resume and let us help you maximize it.
You may be much better than you thought!
 

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