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The highly anticipated CHANGWON K-POP World Festival 2025: Preliminary in Cebu is scheduled to take place this Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the City Wing Atrium of SM Seaside City Cebu.
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Graduating college is one of the greatest accomplishments there is in life, in fact, getting that degree you spent years working hard for is definitely a milestone. And although it may seem like the endpoint, you are absolutely wrong. It is just a stepping stone to your future endeavors, an open window for you to take a glimpse of the real world.
It may be daunting, but now that you’re in the next chapter of your life better known as “adulthood,” what’s your next move? Here are a couple of things fresh graduates consider or deal with as they move along with life.
Career
Make sure the career you are about to pursue is one you’re passionate about. Some people are uncertain with what job they want even after graduation and they just end up wasting both their time and effort. It may be necessary to go on job fairs for you to apply in a workplace that suits your personal interest.
The next step is to study for your job interview. Take time to research about the company you want to belong in. Find out what position they are offering and strategize how you can nail the possible questions they will be throwing at you.
When applying for a job, do not underestimate the power of outstanding grades as well as a good resume. Having a good network of connections is good and all, however, an impressive resume not only builds up your confidence, but it holds a huge portion of your chances in getting hired.
Finances
We are born in a generation that thinks ahead by building careers to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle; hence, investing for the future. When you practice both saving and investing, you’re inherently in control of your finances.
In addition, money does grow from saving but an even better idea is to make more out of the savings you already possess through investing. There are various kinds of making investments, and it’s your choice how you want your savings to grow. It could be through purchasing properties, investing in food/clothing businesses or bank investments – whichever works your way.
Moving Out
You think looking for a job and saving for the future is overwhelming enough? That’s not all of it. As you grow older, it is coherent for an adult to start detaching from one’s parents and start living independently.
If you’re blessed enough, you’ll have your parents arrange your future and buy you a flat or even a home. But for others, it take blood sweat and tears to move out and find their own place.
This is paramount in learning how to take on responsibilities as an adult. Know that it’s okay to start small, may it be renting in an apartment, or a studio condominium, what’s essential is that you learn how stand on your own.
Xatti Ybañez
iSTORYA Intern
Xatti has a bubbly and outgoing personality. She loves to explore new things, constantly craves for food, loves to shop and travel, and to spend time with family and friends. Everything she endeavors is for her to get a step closer to her goal of becoming a public relations manager.
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