Quoting Post Topic Job Reality vs Job Myth Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] Quote: from [m]joblisted[/m] at 9:35 am on June 27, 2006[quote]Myth: I graduated in English Literature, thus, I should seek employment in the teaching or literature-based industry! I am not going to be a sale executive selling jewelleries! Reality: Nowadays, it is the norm that you will land a job which is quite different from the degree you specialized in. The trick here is not to be too choosy or picky. Employers are always complaining that fresh grads nowadays are too choosy about the jobs that they will have to accept. What they don’t realize is that everyone will have to work their way from bottom to up. It is through hard work and determination that one can climb up the corporate level. Myth: I major in engineering. My job in the engineering field at entry level should be at least 3,000. Reality: The current pay for any field for a fresh grad is always changing and very much depends on the economic climate. The job market always wanes and wanes, not to mention the oversupply from universities in some professions. Currently, it is the employer’s market. Myth: I am now starting my first job as a junior accountant. So, filling up the papers for the fax machine, making calls and booking appointments for my boss is NOT required of me. It is not in my job description to do all of those! Reality: Multi tasking is one trait fresh grad will have to grasp quickly in order to survive in the working realm. Every employer will value an employee who has the ability to multi task as it shows that you have the initiative and is serious about your job. An employee who can multi task will often get far. Myth: I have graduated! I am now a degree holder! Every employer will want me to work for them! Reality: Graduated doesn’t guarantee you a job nowadays. Employers are looking not only for a piece of degree but, working experience as the hassle of training a fresh grad is costly and time consuming. So, for your first job, be prepared to get a lower salary than you expected. Perform your best, impress your boss, and you will have a bigger paycheck. It always works this way. Myth: I found a job which required the degree I specialized in. So, why do they deem me as not suitable for the job? Reality: Fresh grads nowadays need to brush up their communication skill, time management skill and languages, especially English. Annie Fernandez, CEO, EML-BMB once said ‘’ Brush up on your English, because the medium of communication in the business world is still English, no matter what company you work in.’’ Foreign languages is always an added advantage. For people skills, you will need to read up a lot of self-help books to polish this skill. Attend seminars or take up special classes to polish on different skills to make yourself a valuable job seeker. Myth: All jobs should be a 9-5 job. My working environment should be comfortable and all my co-workers should be nice and friendly. Reality: Ideally, it should be like that of above. But, the working world nowadays have change so rapidly. Overtimes are required, deadlines have to be met and your co-workers want that promotion as much as you do, thus, it has the ability to turn nasty. So, it is vital that one should be wise and do not trust everyone that easily and on top of it all, maintain a sense of professionalism. In the working world, one must always maintain control of one’s temper and emotions (unlike during schooldays) you are required to get along well with the others, in other words, to be a team player. Myth: I have acquired all the skills needed for the job. So, I don’t need to take anyone’s advice on what to do. I don’t need to learn more because I already know everything. Reality: This attitude can be the most damaging to one’s career. It shows your low mentality, and you refuse to accept constructive criticism, thus, your learning process is ‘freeze’. You can’t move on to a better level because of this negative attitude. It is advisable to make decisions fast and accurate but, always see your boss as your mentor. Seeking his/her advice is a form of respect and willing to acknowledge your mistakes that he/she pointed out is going to get you far. The key here is having respect for your boss’s judgement and experience. Bear in mind that no one will know EVERYTHING. Having confidence is a good thing but no employer will ever promote an arrogant employee.[/quote] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post joblisted Posted at 9:35 am on June 27, 2006 Myth: I graduated in English Literature, thus, I should seek employment in the teaching or literature-based industry! I am not going to be a sale executive selling jewelleries! Reality: Nowadays, it is the norm that you will land a job which is quite different from the degree you specialized in. The trick here is not to be too choosy or picky. Employers are always complaining that fresh grads nowadays are too choosy about the jobs that they will have to accept. What they don’t realize is that everyone will have to work their way from bottom to up. It is through hard work and determination that one can climb up the corporate level. Myth: I major in engineering. My job in the engineering field at entry level should be at least 3,000. Reality: The current pay for any field for a fresh grad is always changing and very much depends on the economic climate. The job market always wanes and wanes, not to mention the oversupply from universities in some professions. Currently, it is the employer’s market. Myth: I am now starting my first job as a junior accountant. So, filling up the papers for the fax machine, making calls and booking appointments for my boss is NOT required of me. It is not in my job description to do all of those! Reality: Multi tasking is one trait fresh grad will have to grasp quickly in order to survive in the working realm. Every employer will value an employee who has the ability to multi task as it shows that you have the initiative and is serious about your job. An employee who can multi task will often get far. Myth: I have graduated! I am now a degree holder! Every employer will want me to work for them! Reality: Graduated doesn’t guarantee you a job nowadays. Employers are looking not only for a piece of degree but, working experience as the hassle of training a fresh grad is costly and time consuming. So, for your first job, be prepared to get a lower salary than you expected. Perform your best, impress your boss, and you will have a bigger paycheck. It always works this way. Myth: I found a job which required the degree I specialized in. So, why do they deem me as not suitable for the job? Reality: Fresh grads nowadays need to brush up their communication skill, time management skill and languages, especially English. Annie Fernandez, CEO, EML-BMB once said ‘’ Brush up on your English, because the medium of communication in the business world is still English, no matter what company you work in.’’ Foreign languages is always an added advantage. For people skills, you will need to read up a lot of self-help books to polish this skill. Attend seminars or take up special classes to polish on different skills to make yourself a valuable job seeker. Myth: All jobs should be a 9-5 job. My working environment should be comfortable and all my co-workers should be nice and friendly. Reality: Ideally, it should be like that of above. But, the working world nowadays have change so rapidly. Overtimes are required, deadlines have to be met and your co-workers want that promotion as much as you do, thus, it has the ability to turn nasty. So, it is vital that one should be wise and do not trust everyone that easily and on top of it all, maintain a sense of professionalism. In the working world, one must always maintain control of one’s temper and emotions (unlike during schooldays) you are required to get along well with the others, in other words, to be a team player. Myth: I have acquired all the skills needed for the job. So, I don’t need to take anyone’s advice on what to do. I don’t need to learn more because I already know everything. Reality: This attitude can be the most damaging to one’s career. It shows your low mentality, and you refuse to accept constructive criticism, thus, your learning process is ‘freeze’. You can’t move on to a better level because of this negative attitude. It is advisable to make decisions fast and accurate but, always see your boss as your mentor. Seeking his/her advice is a form of respect and willing to acknowledge your mistakes that he/she pointed out is going to get you far. The key here is having respect for your boss’s judgement and experience. Bear in mind that no one will know EVERYTHING. Having confidence is a good thing but no employer will ever promote an arrogant employee.

Replies enigmatic Posted at 10:49 pm on Nov. 8, 2009 this was a very interesting topic, the question is do we really need to go to college? in my opinion, it is yes and definitely.. we  still need to go to college to have a degree that we can call our skill, this is what we need to get the job we always wanted. The problem is a lot of fresh graduated students become easily frustrated once they didn't get the job after trying out a few times, they think that they just wasted their time over college, if we broaden our minds and think outside the box, we will see that there are lots of opportunities waiting for us, money is just right there at the corner.. but how can you get it if you wont get up. like me I started from nothing, I was thinking how can I earn money the clean way but not the harder way. after thorough research and spending time on the net, I encountered freelance writing jobs. I earned a few bucks at first and gained more and more money each month. Herricks2009 Posted at 2:39 pm on April 1, 2009 These days, your degree is your rights of passage into the job market, similar to puberty. No puberty= not a man/woman yet...it's just gotta happen. Having said that, I think it's helpful if people take the opportunity to explore different areas, (if it becomes available to you) and not complain so much about it being unrelated to what you obtained your degree in. Your educational background is just the basics to give you perspective and develop your mind to think in a different way- note that not all industries/professions apply the same thought process to solving problems, working out projects, meeting deadlines, etc.,which makes each field a different experience. I think being more creative in your job search and definitely apply the habit of NOT being too picky/choosy will help you work your way through the job market maze until you find the job description you set out to obtain, or might just happen to be what you like to do best.   One thing's for sure...don't try to get a job where you obtain status but hate what you do and hate going to work everyday...This is a recipe for disaster in every way. Sometimes the fast track isn't always the best way to succeed career wise. Having many experiences and jobs can make you develop into a better person that one that goes by the book. cip0234 Posted at 8:01 am on Mar. 25, 2009 this topic is informative 78scott Posted at 10:55 am on Nov. 25, 2008 I remember when I graduated college in 2003 and the job market was losing jobs much like today. It was a bad time to look for a job but you must keep positive and know that the right job WILL come along. There are steps you can take to get you noticed in today's economic climate. Staying positive and visualizing your success is very important. If you take some concrete steps and stay in a positive mindset you might even find your DREAM job. Visit my blog for more tips on how to get ahead. http://rightfootresume.blogspot.com/ dragonking Posted at 11:08 am on May 21, 2008 I have learned most of those things.  The economy sucks, there aren't enough jobs and it doesn't really matter what you major in.  You'll just need to get any sort of job. lizdarocker Posted at 10:53 am on April 28, 2008 This was very helpful. Thanks. ZiggyILM Posted at 5:49 pm on April 17, 2008 oh and I agree with Is this you... that's why everybody talks about the "college experience."  You may or may not learn a lot at college... but you're going to make contacts, make friends, and hopefully enjoy yourself How many adults do you know that have at least once mentioned missing their college days? ZiggyILM Posted at 5:46 pm on April 17, 2008 Once you graduate college you can pretty much do whatever you want to... regardless of what you majored in.  I know people who majored in Spanish and now work with computers... it's all what you make of it Is this you Posted at 4:23 am on April 8, 2008 Quote: from divineassault at 10:29 am on Feb. 27, 2007 I'm with Omally...fuck work.  University system is just a scam anyway.  All that money for something you can learn with a few hours of browsing on the net, a trip to the library, and some dedication.  And then what do you get for completing 4 years of study at the price of more than most peoples parents make a year...a fuckin job that pays you just enough to make you take out credit cards, a mortgage, and a car note...and then you're stuck in the rat race. Lets get free! That's not entirely true. You learn more than knowledge at university. jamescoleman Posted at 8:42 am on Mar. 8, 2008 not true always true about the rich adriesilva pino50 Posted at 4:59 pm on Jan. 23, 2008 The most important tip that I've been given is, that what I learn in the classroom won't be applicable to the office. http://www.hidemea.info";" target="_top">Anonymous Surf http://www.hidemeb.info";" target="_top">Cloaked http://www.hidemec.info";" target="_top">Hidden adriesilva Posted at 2:25 pm on Dec. 30, 2007 the rich are stupid cause they dont use critical thinking skills and they just stay away from the real world the political aspects the historic aspects everything dumb as fuck they want to be and they want the rest to be like them dumb as fuck about the real world out there neikki Posted at 8:59 pm on Dec. 6, 2007 wow... this thread is surely insightful...and i could have agreed more. collegestudenthub Posted at 4:27 am on Nov. 3, 2007 being in college is a wonderful thing, you need to get the education and practical experience which makes the difference when you finish your schooling. Always try to get some type of internship or real life experience before you graduate. davidhasselhoff Posted at 3:13 am on Sep. 22, 2007 yeh economic factors are the factor that affect salary and job availability. Just do your degree and try finish it and keep your fingers and toes crossed that your industry is in a up swing when you graduate. But you must graduate. Most recent 15 of 25 previous replies displayed.