Things I've learned from my job hunt... after having my job

- No matter how much you want the job nobody is going to give it to you based on desire alone. It is going to take experience, knowledge, and the willingness to learn to land that dream job

- Everything matters. When an HR position has to interview fifteen similar people for the same job your mismatched tie and bungled question will put you out of contention

- Standing out is the best thing you can possibly do in the interview and in your job. Distinguish yourself as a niche player or as the go to guy or gal for certain situations

- Keep your expectations realistic. Very few people get their ideal job right out of college so be realistic with the interviewer and what it is that the position will offer

- Be able to relate. In the interview and in your job you will be the young gun and probably nowhere near the age of your supervisor so the best thing to do will be to try and find common ground with your employer and the person interviewing you

- Find a mentor. This one mostly applies to once you are in the job but having a mentor can be incredible for your career. I have a mentor in another department who I am hoping will help me transfer out of my current position into a high paying role that I will enjoy more