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Originally Posted by melloman
If you don't know somebody, you better make sure that in your class of 150, you were in the top 10
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This is far from true. There are way too many variables in the workplace/industry to say "if you're not top of the class you wont get a job." Sometimes it just comes down to timing. Did you apply too late? Maybe you're not the type of person they're looking for or maybe you just messed up your interview(s). Knowing someone wont necessarily get you a job either, but it increases your chances.
Being at the top of the class doesnt guarantee anything. Sure you're smart, but smart people arent always the best workers. They can be lazy and arrogant. Employers value alot more than just brains. If you can save them money and get your work done while doing it, you're more valuable than the guy with a 95% GPA in engineering if all he can do is crunch numbers.
That being said, experience doesnt necessarily outweigh school either. Experience can help you get your foot in the door, but the credentials IMO help you climb the financial ladder and give you more value.
Just my .02