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Recent Grads Offer Advice for Job Seekers [video]

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Here's a fun prank to play on the recent college graduate in your life. Ask if he or she has found a job yet. Then watch the panic attack, tremors, and weeping set in. With unemployment rates at a record high, the job market for new graduates is competitive and prospects may seem bleak. What can one do to stand out in a sea of eager job seekers?

PayScale asked a handful of recent college graduates what advice they'd give to those who are nearing graduation, to help give them an edge over their competition. Hopefully, their tips will help you figure out how to navigate the next steps in your future. 

 

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