It's All About Who You Know

By Lauren Farmer

As a graduating senior this semester, I have been in the process of searching for jobs and being more conscious about the workforce.  One thing I have realized that is important for most majors when searching for a job is that it is all about who you know.

Whether it is someone who can write you a recommendation letter, who knows lots of people in the workforce that they could put in a good word for you, who you have worked for in the past who was impressed with the work you did and can speak highly of you to others, a family member who is in the same field, or even some random person you met at a social event and you made a good first impression, that person can make a difference in you getting a job or getting a job that you want.  This is why it is very important to be social butterflies and put yourself out there.  Don't be afraid to bring up the topic of work and what your major is, because you never know if you are talking to the person who can get you the job you have been wanting straight out of college.  Also, if you already know someone who has connections with other people and/or businesses, don't be shy to ask them if they could recommend you to those companies. The worst thing they can say is, "I'm sorry, I can't help you." Its always great to get yourself out there and start branding your name as someone who is good at what they do and can make a great addition to the company you want to work at.