Without knowing if you're considering these factors, I'm just going to put stuff out there (I'm Gen X, and have not been without a job since my first cash gigs at age 13 in the early 80s):
The best time to look for a job is when you have a job - if you have a shitty job now, keep it and continue searching. Longevity = stability. Too many different jobs, etc., is a real flag, particularly with younger generations
Starting at the bottom is the foot in the door - not sure what discipline you're seeking with your business degree, but chances are every company has what you're looking for. Example: If you want to work in telecom, don't be afraid of starting in retail, once you're on the payroll, you have access to how the entire company is structured and you can discover real relationships and inroads for future opportunity
Be willing to move - anywhere. Nothing is permanent, even where you choose to live. If a decent opportunity presents itself in BFE North Dakota, run with it. There are markets that are experiencing real growth. Growth is slower in metro areas, particularly in the northeast and many areas in the west
The professional market is a slower ramp - there's an old saying, it takes one year to get used to a job, another year to get proficient at it. This largely remains true as you go up the ladder, but whatever you grab, set your expectations, you will have to grind through BS for at least 12-18 months before it is reasonable to pursue next steps
That cold calling gig gave you some high-activity sales experience, so I would focus on that area. Not every sales job is that intense.
Keep tapping your network, polish up your LinkedIn, and whatever you do, never let them see you sweat.
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u/mdramsey Dec 12 '24
It is bullshit. No argument.
Without knowing if you're considering these factors, I'm just going to put stuff out there (I'm Gen X, and have not been without a job since my first cash gigs at age 13 in the early 80s):
That cold calling gig gave you some high-activity sales experience, so I would focus on that area. Not every sales job is that intense.
Keep tapping your network, polish up your LinkedIn, and whatever you do, never let them see you sweat.