Should I take a job that's less than what I'm seeking?

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I’m getting the same question a lot lately from friends and acquaintances who are on the job market, either because they recently lost their jobs or because they’re seeking to reenter the workforce because their husbands lost their jobs or are otherwise feeling vulnerable. The question is: should I take a job that is “beneath” me or only a short term assignment, or should I hold out for that one perfect permanent job I was looking for?

Now, more than ever, my answer is an almost unqualified “grab whatever you can.” And here’s why.

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Should I take a job that's less than what I'm seeking?