As the next round of graduates prepare to enter the tough job market, they find someselves among some unlikely company: Their parents.

I was reading an article this morning on The Root, by a columnist named Sam Fulwood. Mr. Fulwood talks about his daughter Amanda’s graduation this upcoming weekend and how he’s always dreamt of the moment when he “could look through teary eyes at her toothy smile and send her off to find a career and make her way in the world.”

What he didn’t imagine was trying to make his way along with her. Mr. Fulwood goes on to talk about how their joint job search has made for an unexpected yet memorable journey as they help and support each other in their hunt for work.

“Not a week passes that doesn’t find us prepping, practicing and post-gaming our search-and-interview efforts.

We exchange job ideas or leads. Amanda, who aspired to a career in foreign policy, calls me to discuss interview strategies with campus recruiters. I edit her résumé for every prospect and proofread her follow-up thank-you notes. For her part, she gives me advice on interview outfits and calls from campus to check on my progress. She sends frequent text messages of encouragement like ‘hang in there’ or, my favorite, ‘lv u papa.’”

I don’t know about you, but I’ve never even thought about the fact that many seasoned job seekers are probably in this same position.

If you get a moment, read the full article. It’s touching and inspring, and might be something others can relate to.

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