Cornerstones for Career College Success 3rd edition Topic: Ch. 1 - Thrive Change/Goal-Setting ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

Read and discuss Read “How College Changed My Life” on pages 3 and 4 Think about: What adversities in your past will you have to overcome? What changes and adjustments are you going to have to make to reach your goals?

Passionate Motivated Knowledgeable Resourceful Creative Adaptable Open-minded Communication Accountability Vision ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e Are you.....??? The world is changing.

Change is a skill – it is learned Change takes time – slow and systematic Change requires an attitude adjustment Change demands action – you must participate Change is about working toward something Change is about letting go and holding on ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e Creating Success Through Positive Change - pg. 9-10

Most students say: “Show me the money!” ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e pg. 11

Figure 1.3 Cornerstones for Career College Success- pg. 11 UNEMPLOYMENT RATE DEGREE MEAN EARNINGS 2.40% Professional degree $103, % Doctorate degree $88, % Master’s degree $69, % Bachelor’s degree $57, % Associate’s degree $44, % Some college, no degree $40, % High school graduate $34, % Less than high school graduate $27,470 Source: Department of the Census, Department of Labor, Figure Sherfield, Robert M.; Moody, Patricia G. ( ). Cornerstones for Career College Success (3rd Edition) (Page 13). Addison Wesley. Kindle Edition. [Note to Production: Please pick up Figure 1.3 from page 13 of Cornerstones for Career College Success 3e] ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

What are employers looking for? Excellent written/oral communication skills Problem solving skills Capacity to change and learn quickly Work well with others Computer literacy ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

THE CULTURE OF COLLEGE What are the basic truths about career college success? ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e pg. 12

#1. Success is about choices, sacrifices, change -step outside your comfort zone #2. Higher education is a two-way street -you have to give in order to receive #3. Self-motivation and -responsibility required -no “victim mentality” allowed ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

Figure 1.3 Victim and Victor Profile pg. 14

#4. Self-management is key -remember 2-3 hour rule #5. This is not high school -recognize and embrace differences ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

Figure 1.4 A Guide to Understanding Expectations pg. 15

#6. Eliminate “This isn’t Harvard” syndrome -make the most out of your experience

Eliminate “I CAN’T Syndrome” ★ Focus on positive aspects of life ★ Eliminate negative thoughts and self-talk ★ Visualize your success ★ Take responsibility What company do you keep? –Seek out positive, optimistic people –Avoid contaminated people who tear you down ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

GOAL SETTING “Decide you want it more than you’re afraid of it.” -Bill Cosby ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e pg. 18

©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e Characteristics of SMART Goals, pg. 18

Goal statement and target date Action steps Narrative statement “I Deserve” statement Personal signature and commitment ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e How to Write Your Goals, pg

Evaluate your reasons for attending college Use goal-setting Get involved in the changes in life and learning Be a victor, not a victim Keep your sense of humor Be courageous and face your fears ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e REFLECTIONS, pg. 21