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How You Can Recession-Proof Your Career

“Wow, getting a job in this economy is incredibly easy!” said no one ever.

Let’s be real: Finding a position right now is hard. The numbers speak for themselves: 7.9% of recent college grads are unemployed, and 36.7% are underemployed.

But don’t despair—there are several strategies that will help you stand out above others and dramatically increase your hiring prospects in any job market.

Check out the infographic below to see what you can do to become recession-proof.

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Infographic courtesy of MidAmerica Nazarene University. Photo of [bowling bumpers courtesy of Eric Ward.