A COMMON pressure fresh college graduates will have to face is finding the "right" first job. You would either be very set in pursuing your dream career or have no idea at all on what path to take. If you identify yourself as the latter description, then you might be experiencing a rather difficult time finding opportunities in entry-level openings. Reasons for rejections, such as "not being the right fit for the job," will pop up a lot, but this does not mean that you are behind the curve. I know several alumni from my university who were able to land their dream jobs in distinguished firms and left months after to realize that they want something different.
When choosing your first job, the main priority should be its ability to force you out of your comfort zone to get your feet wet. Getting a job in sales can fulfill this role. It does not require a significant number of specific hard skills compared to other roles available and it provides a series of learning experiences that will aid in your future career path.
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