The job market is tough, even for those with impressive degrees. Where does that leave all the recent grads who are making their first real foray into the world of employment? Should we all lower our expectations?

The promise of college is not just that it is an excellent time for personal growth, expanding your mind, and developing the ability to think critically; it’s the promise of a lucrative (or at least fulfilling) job after graduation. That’s part of the package of college. At least it used to be. We keep hearing about how difficult the job market is, even for those with degrees. It’s one thing to hear about it, and it’s another to live it. That’s the position one recent grad found themselves in when they started to rethink everything.