If you’re working to enter the job market for the first time, you might be tempted to take the first position you’re offered. “Any job is better than no job,” you might say to yourself. And that could be true if you’re desperate and have little of value to offer. Otherwise, it’s smarter to take your time and consider whether the companies you’re applying to are right for you. 

That’s because a bad fit isn’t likely to last. You’ll end up miserable, hating your job, and eventually you’ll find yourself back out, pounding the pavement for something new. Asking yourself a few key questions can help to rule out workplaces that aren’t right for you, so that you find the right fit the first time.