This statistic is important because even though the economy is in a questionable state, there’s actions students and new grads can take to build their resumes and portfolios, reducing the chances of being part of that 22 percentile headed for the breadline.

Don’t overlook the importance of contests, competitions, volunteering and using the contacts of business professionals you know to make new business acquaintances. While it may not be ideal, crummy or even no pay, it’s worth it to invest time doing these things because it may lead to bigger opportunities. Look at the contestants on American Idol – same concept. They took a chance to show off their talents and for a small group it pays off. Even the ones that don’t win, get great exposure and make important connections. Let’s face it – sometimes it is actually WHO you know more than what you know. But a combination of “who” and “what” is key for keeping a position and moving forward with it, if that’s your goal.

To find out about all of FolioFLY’s new Student Business Challenges before they’re even posted on our website, follow us on Twitter. It’s free for schools to sign up and participate and is an amazing way to show off your talents to businesses and make those connections, even in a down economy.

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