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Jonathan
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What is the most important thing to do in order to land a job after graduating from college? #Spring25
What should you do to stick out from other candidate? What are the best ways to make connections?
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Matt Quirk
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Hi Jonathan,
Here are some thoughts. To land a job after college, the most important thing you can do is stop thinking like a job seeker and start acting like a problem solver! Employers don’t just hire resumes - they hire people who understand their challenges and bring energy, ideas, and initiative to the table. So while everyone else is polishing their GPA or memorizing interview answers, you’ll stand out by doing these three things:
- Build a Portfolio: Show, don’t just tell. Whether it’s projects, internships, personal ventures, or case competitions - create real examples of how you think, lead, and solve problems.
- Make Meaningful Connections: Build relationships. Reach out to people whose work genuinely interests you. Ask thoughtful questions. Follow up. Be curious, not transactional. LinkedIn, alumni events, and even class guest speakers are goldmines if you show up with sincerity.
- Own Your Story: What drives you? What do you bring to a team? Why should someone be excited to work with you? Confidence rooted in clarity will cut through the noise.
So while the world’s busy handing out resumes, be the person who hands over results - and a great conversation. That’s what makes someone say: “We need to hire you.”
Here are some thoughts. To land a job after college, the most important thing you can do is stop thinking like a job seeker and start acting like a problem solver! Employers don’t just hire resumes - they hire people who understand their challenges and bring energy, ideas, and initiative to the table. So while everyone else is polishing their GPA or memorizing interview answers, you’ll stand out by doing these three things:
- Build a Portfolio: Show, don’t just tell. Whether it’s projects, internships, personal ventures, or case competitions - create real examples of how you think, lead, and solve problems.
- Make Meaningful Connections: Build relationships. Reach out to people whose work genuinely interests you. Ask thoughtful questions. Follow up. Be curious, not transactional. LinkedIn, alumni events, and even class guest speakers are goldmines if you show up with sincerity.
- Own Your Story: What drives you? What do you bring to a team? Why should someone be excited to work with you? Confidence rooted in clarity will cut through the noise.
So while the world’s busy handing out resumes, be the person who hands over results - and a great conversation. That’s what makes someone say: “We need to hire you.”