Congratulations new graduates.
Ok now that i said that (sarcasm doesn't come off in written form, does it?). Picture an evil villain laughing (or maybe a cautionary tale who's been there). The graduates of today face one of the most annoying and harsh environments in recent history. Good luck graduates - you are really, really going to need it.
There is so much they didn't tell you in school. There is so much they taught you in school that may not be true. Real life really is nothing like school (especially college - theory heavy, no real usage for the information). In fact, you will find most of the stuff they taught you is completely irrelevant. You really are not as prepared as you think you are.
i just thought that maybe someone should throw a little water over this jubilation. Graduates in the US and other countries (not sure about their timetables) face a tough road ahead. The gender shift (and roles) are still confusing and seemingly arbitrary. Relationships are no longer the bedrock they used to be in simpler times. The worker faces more threats to their job security - both domestically and internationally. Things are getting more expensive and population abundances are going to keep wages down.
Don't get too comfortable it gets worse. That starter job can evaporate over night. The government will probably increase taxes (in all its various forms). Life will only get more expensive. Insurance rates will increase. Your whole credit/financial life could be wiped out overnight by cyber-terrorists. The future looks kind of bleak.
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