In a game of roulette, the croupier spins the wheel and drops the ball. The players place bets on where they think it will land. In this metaphor for life as graduating college students, you could argue that we’ve been spinning our wheels with attempts to predict how our lives might unfold – or have already spun off the tracks. After all, the ball is still spinning on that roulette wheel, and there are so many variables in how it will land yet to be determined. So why do we attempt this task? Why even play the game of life at all?

On a serious note, perhaps one of the most challenging parts about being a new graduate is not knowing what’s next. It can be hard to imagine how you will ever get on track or have any semblance of structure in your life. There are no more classes, teachers, schedules, friends who share similar interests – nothing that was previously available as a support system is gone now. Still, it has yet to materialise into something new.

That’s why it might be hard to imagine what you could do next. It’s also straightforward to get stuck in the game of life, which can mean gambling with your money, time, or happiness – all for things that may not materialise into stable career paths.

What Roulette can teach graduates

When you are about to graduate from college, the world is your oyster. The possibilities seem limitless! But if you have recently graduated or are considering graduating shortly, this article will take a look at what the roulette wheel of life has in store for young adults who finish their four years with degrees under their belts.

• You may have a job lined up, or you might be going into the workforce completely cold. Either way, your first few years out of college are unlikely to bring home that six-figure salary right away – unless you’re one of those rare breeds who lands their dream job immediately upon graduating.
• If there is any time in life to be bold and take a gamble, this is it. What have you got to lose?
• If your job search doesn’t pan out right away, don’t give up hope! Consider these times of uncertainty as an opportunity for growth both personally and professionally.
• Keep sending out those resumes and attending networking events until something falls into place. Be proactive about your career instead of waiting around for the perfect job to find you. This is a great time to look at what new fields interest you or where your skills can be developed further outside of your major field of study – whether it’s through classes, volunteering, or internships.
• When you do land that job, especially if it’s not in the field of your major study or something immediately related to what you studied at college, don’t look back! You may be surprised by how much more rewarding even a slightly different career path can feel than one which seems wholly predictable and ordinary.
• Remember, this is a time to take chances and learn from every experience. Think of yourself as an explorer who has just discovered uncharted territory on your road map! Every day provides you with new opportunities for adventure, excitement – even danger! So stay vigilant about life’s possibilities no matter where they lead you. When it comes down to it, you can’t lose in this game of roulette if you play your cards right.
• Don’t be afraid to explore the world around you and take on new challenges. You will likely look back at these years as some of the most rewarding times in your life when looking back on it all later down the line! And with enough courage and a little bit of luck, you will also look back on these times as some of the most triumphant.
• Keep looking for opportunities to move your career forward – even if it feels like you are taking steps backwards at first. You never know what new doors might open up or how much knowledge and expertise you could gain from experience.
• The time to take risks is now – because if you don’t, there may never be another chance for you again! That doesn’t mean that your pursuits should always go smoothly and effortlessly; some of life’s greatest lessons can come through hardships and failures. But since mistakes are inevitable, it makes sense to learn as much as you can from them!
• You never know what new opportunities might lie ahead of you if your career path seems to have hit a dead end. Perhaps there are some hidden openings in an industry or organisation which would be perfect for you? Or maybe something completely unexpected will come along and change everything, just when it feels like all is lost.
• So take a deep breath, and remember that you can’t lose in this game of roulette as long as you keep playing. You might even find it more rewarding than the job or position which initially brought you into college! And there’s nothing wrong with wanting to follow your passion. If it happens to be something out of the ordinary, it might be a wise choice.

• Don’t give up on your goals and dreams – even if they seem far away right now. Never stop reaching for that golden ring until you’ve grabbed hold of it with both hands. And always remember that the only way to win this game is by playing in the first place.
• Don’t let setbacks and obstacles stand in your way, especially if you see a path leading to success that is just out of reach at the moment. Some goals are challenging to obtain but worth every ounce of effort along the way once they have been achieved – perhaps even more so! And after all, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to follow your heart and passion, which may lead you down an unusual career path.
• You might even see some of the things that seemed like failures at first as positive experiences in retrospect – ones that made you more resilient than ever before! So keep looking for new opportunities to push yourself further outside of your comfort zone; not only will it help you learn more about yourself, but you’ll also develop new skills which will be helpful in the future.
• Don’t give up on your dreams and goals – even if they seem out of reach right now. Never stop pushing for success until you’ve reached it with both hands. And remember that there’s nothing wrong with wanting to follow your passion, which might lead you down an unusual career path.

Conclusion

Even if setbacks and obstacles stand in the way of success, remember that they can be overcome with enough determination and effort! Some goals may also require a lot of patience to achieve but will be well worth it once you see them through – perhaps even more so than initially.