As a recent college graduate, I knew I'd have to do more than just send out my résumé. I found my first job from a Facebook post.

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The author graduated from college with a job lined up.

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I couldn't land a job in New York City after college, so I'm a barista. I often debate whether I should give up and move home.

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The author works as a barista in New York City.

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I thought college would be the happiest 4 years of my life. They've been the loneliest.

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The author felt isolated and lonely while in college.

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I built a six-figure business as a teen. When I applied to colleges, I realized I still have a lot left to learn.

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The author started a business as a teenager.

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I just landed my first job post-college after 2 years of unemployment. I should be excited, but all I feel is survivor's guilt.

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The author just landed his first job post-college.

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I'm an American who studied abroad at a college in China. My time there inspired the rest of my career.

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The author (right) studied abroad in China in college.

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I'm a recent college grad living with my parents. It's been nearly impossible to even get a part-time job.

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Sebastian Griffith in his college graduation gown
The author is a recent college grad looking for a part-time job.

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I've been job hunting for 7 months with no success, so I'm at a loss. I'm wondering if going back to school at 45 would help.

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The author (not pictured) has been unemployed for months.

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I graduated from Stanford and couldn't find a job, so I created my own. I turned it into a six-figure business.

Tech Insider : Business, Economy
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The author started her own business after struggling to find a full-time job.

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I work with recent college grads to help them land their first jobs. These 4 often-overlooked skills get them hired.

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Recent college grads face an uncertain job market.

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