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    I recently graduated with a degree in physics this past June and have been on the hunt for my first job. I was thrilled to get a phone interview for a receptionist position at a medical clinic, and it went well enough that they scheduled a second interview. I'm genuinely excited about this opportunity because I just want to start working and gain some experience. My sister, however, has been quite negative about it, insisting that a receptionist job is beneath me and that I won't gain any meaningful experience from it. She even questioned the legitimacy of the clinic, which I found baffling since it's a real medical facility with actual doctors. I understand that this role may not be glamorous or directly related to my degree, but I believe it can provide valuable skills like communication, customer service, and organizational experience. I’m not looking for my dream job right out of college; I just want to begin my career and learn how a workplace operates. While I appreciate her concern, I feel that I should be the one to decide what’s best for me. The salary they offered is decent for a starter position, and I believe I can use this job as a stepping stone to something more aligned with my career goals later on. I’m curious about others' opinions on whether a receptionist role is a reasonable first job for someone like me who is eager to start working.

    Job title: Receptionist

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    I recently graduated about three months ago and have just started taking my CV and job search seriously. I created my first CV on August 29th, so I'm still getting the hang of it. I live in Riyadh, which is known for being an expat hub, and I've heard some pretty alarming stories about the job market here. Some people have applied to hundreds of jobs without even receiving a rejection email, which is quite daunting. I've already received a few rejection emails myself, and oddly enough, I'm somewhat relieved by that because it means I was acknowledged at least! Most of the roles I applied for were senior positions requiring five years of experience, so I understand why I didn't get them. I graduated with a degree in Physics, but I'm also exploring job opportunities outside of my field, including data-related roles and some positions in computer science. My sister suggested that I create two separate CVs: one tailored for Physics-related jobs and another for roles outside that field. Currently, my CV is a mix of both, with about 50% focused on Physics and the other 50% on my other skills. I'm wondering if it's a good idea to have two distinct CVs or if I should just stick with one. Any advice on this would be greatly appreciated!

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