That awkward moment when a coworker Googles your college.
THAT AWKWARD MOMENT WHEN A COWORKER GOOGLES YOUR COLLEGE. Follow for more insights on navigating the post-grad landscape!
Let's be real, the jump from campus quad to corporate cubicle is a wild ride nobody truly preps you for. One minute you're debating philosophy in a seminar, the next you're deciphering corporate jargon and mastering the art of the reply-all email. We all remember the immense pride, and maybe a tiny bit of pressure, that came with seeing "Ivy League" on our resumes. It's supposed to open doors, and it often does. But then comes the subtle shift in dynamic that nobody warned us about.
You know the drill. Someone casually asks where you went to school. You tell them, and their eyes widen just a fraction. Then, the next day, you catch them subtly tapping away on their keyboard, a Google search open, your alma mater's name front and center. That's the moment. The "Oh, so THAT's where you went" realization dawns on them. It’s not always a bad thing, but it certainly adds an interesting layer to workplace interactions. It's about managing expectations, both yours and theirs, and ensuring your work speaks louder than your college's reputation. This weird transition demands we learn to navigate the perception tied to our prestigious education, while proving our worth beyond the label.