You have to lose before you Win

I was reading the newspaper several days ago and I came across an article that caught my attention. The article pointed out that Forbes magazine named Tampa as one of the worst cities in the country for young proffesionals. Not something a college grad wants to hear fresh out of graduation. And with all the negative press coming out of the woodwork regarding the economy, how can one remain upbeat? Having graduated from college not to long ago, I can understand how frustrating it can be to find a job. Even with sending out countless resumes to different employers, it can take months before someone even notices you. But that doesn't mean there aren't any opportunities available for the college grad. What's important is that you find something that you are passionate about and do it well. Eventually the money will come. The problem that many college grads have is that they think once they graduate they are going to get that dream job earning one hundred thousand dollars a year and retire at thirty. You need to be realistic with what your goals are and understand that you are going to have to start at the bottom no matter where you go. But if you love your job then starting at the bottom won't be so bad. And rememeber this, sometimes you have lose before you win.