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Originally Posted by HC_Chief
Have to start low & work your way up. High/unrealistic expectations are the cause of most post-grad's distress. WAAY too many spend years in an academic cocoon only to emerge unprepared for the harsh realities of the job market.
"I'm going to get a degree, graduate, and make $100k!"
"Uhh, no you're not, sparky. Now go brew some coffee and get the mail, FNG."
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I remember my college recruiter telling me all the money I was going to make when I graduated. I fell for that sales tactic hook, line and sinker. 8 years later and I'm still trying to get paid. Plus you're not thinking about all the loans you're having to pay back once you're out there.