It's not your first, It's your last

I was recently offered a job at a law firm for when I graduate and pass the bar. The first thing that came to my mind after I was offered was, "I am not sure this is what I want to do for the next 40-50 years of my working life." But then I realized that it was okay.

In the last few weeks, it has finally come to my attention that your first job after passing the bar is not as important as it feels right now. The most important job I will have is my last job. I have realized that everything I do post-grad needs to get me to where I want to finish working in my career, whenever that is. I am unsure if everyone knows this as I watch my classmates freak out about the job search they are currently dealing with as we make our way to graduation day.

It is essential to get a good first job, but it is not life or death. We need to strive to find a job that suits us. Eventually, things will work out, and we will find that job we want to work until we retire. For now, finding a job, making some money, and getting your foot in the door is the best thing you can do for yourself.

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