Quote Originally Posted by sararose


Yes, but don't you think it's a little more honorable getting a position because of what you have learned and used to make yourself and ideal candidate; because of your knowledge, your skill, and your work ethic? Yes, my foot in the door was my professor, but he noticed me because I busted my butt in class and tried to learn every aspect of my field, and worked extremely hard at everything I did.

I'm not questioning your work ethic or how much you know about law, don't get me wrong . I'm just going on the implication you made when you said you got hired NOT because of the things you know or do, but just because of your connection.
Hypothetically speaking, Lucky dog and John Doe applied for the same job at a firm. Lucky dog may or may not be more qualified for Job...but since Lucky dog is a good friend of the employer's son he gets hired over John Doe.

Perfect example of "Not what you know but who you know"