Tips for soon-to-be College Grads

I recently graduated from college this past year and I wanted to share a few tips for soon-to-be college graduates that I have found very useful.

1. Start looking for a job while still in school!

• Create a LinkedIn account & start making connections within your area of expertise and interests
• Get your resume updated and write out a general cover letter
• Meet with your school’s career center for job searching help, resume editing, & interviewing tips

2. Living at home with your parents is OKAY!

• You’ll save money on living expenses.
• Get ahead on those student loan payments.
• And get to spend some more quality time with the family.

3. Set up an emergency fund and start paying off those loans.

• Check out Dave Ramsey’s Tips on how to get out of debt and stay debt-free. Start with The 7 Baby Steps and the Debt Snowball methods.
  • Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps
  • Dave Ramsey’s Debt Snowball Method

4. Understand that your first job out of college is usually not going to be your dream job.

• Don’t be discouraged if your first job out of school is less than satisfactory, we all have to start somewhere.
• Take a job that will challenge you, build skills, and get your foot in the door.
• Make where you are worthwhile and set you up for future opportunities.

5. Keep networking with those within your company and outside.

• You never know what connections you’ll make if you don’t approach every opportunity and conversation with a driven and open attitude.

6. Be patient with the process, the right doors will open in due time.

Author: Jaiden Lynn

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