Two bits of practical advice, mostly from older friends. The first is one I pass down to my younger family members.

In your first few years of working, say yes to everything. Say yes to work you find boring, say yes to work that you think is beneath you because of your degree. After a few years you'll have the reputation of someone who'll get things done. That reputation and attitude will do more for your career than any kind of training. Stop thinking about how much money you think you deserve now, because with that attitude by the time you've worked 6-7 years it'll be recognised and your career will accelerate.

It's a long 'quote', but it's been true for me and everyone who's followed it that I know.

Second one, more relationship based.

When you're asking people for relationship advice, most times you're actually asking to hear what you're already thinking. If someone doesn't parrot what's in your head, you'll nod and think "they just don't get what's going on". When you've accepted that, you'll no longer be asking for advice but you'll be using a soundboard. That's what friends are for, but you're the one who needs to make the decision.