First Time Career Finder

                I love reality shows about homes. One of my favorites follows first-time home buyers entering the housing market. The first-time buyers describe their dream home in full detail: how many rooms it will have, in which neighborhood it’ll be located in and the exact layout of their backyard. While each person in the show has a different idea of what a dream house is, they all have a detailed vision of what they want. Unfortunately, the host has to tell them that their first house won’t be their dream house.

                The same is to be said about careers. Immediately after college, it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to land your dream career. That doesn’t mean that you aren’t qualified or skilled or that your degree will go to waste. More experience and skill development is necessary to obtain higher-end careers.

                Does this mean that you won’t enjoy your first job? Absolutely not!

                Research the companies that you want to work for. Many major corporations offer special programs and entry-level careers for college graduates. They also offer internship programs that can turn into a career with good performance.

                Also, try to network with people who have or had your dream career. Listening to their story will help you understand more what that position requires. You can also find out what you will need to do to land the dream career.

                Above all else, work hard at the job you have. You will be able to learn more from it if you’re working hard at every task you’re assigned. Also, your boss will be your recommendation when you’re later trying for that dream promotion.