Perspective | The Rollercoaster That Is Life as a New Grad

I became a doctor of physical therapy approximately seven months ago.

In that time I have learned too many lessons to count. But the biggest lesson I've learned is that there is a lot that I didn't know about being a new grad.

Sure, I'd made a resume for one of my courses. And I'd networked at professional conferences. But when exactly do you apply for jobs? And what do you talk about in an interview when you have no paid experience?

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