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

What Do Employers Want? 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

Ten Cornerstones for Success Passion Motivation Knowledge Resourcefulness Creativity Adaptability Openmindedness Communication Accountability Vision ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

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

Education, Pay, and Unemployment [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 Can College Do for You? Become more civically/politically engaged Become more open-minded and accepting Develop problem solving skills Develop Computer/information literacy skills Become more financially independent Become a life-long learner ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

Six Truths about College Success #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

Six Truths about College Success #4. Self-management is key -remember 2-3 hour rule #5. This is not high school -recognize and embrace differences #6. Eliminate “This isn’t Harvard” syndrome -make the most out of your experience ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

Bringing About Change 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

Eliminating Roadblocks 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

Set a Goal and Change Your Life! Think about a dream you have or a problem you need to solve Commitment and self-motivation will help you complete your goal ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

Characteristics of Attainable Goals Reasonable – challenging but possible Believable – you can do it! Measureable – concrete, observable steps Adaptable – life happens! Controllable – you are responsible for change Desirable – you must want it and own it ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e

Steps for Effective Goal-Setting 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

Topic Reflections Evaluate your reasons for attending college Use goal-setting Get involved in the changes in life and learning Eliminate negative self-talk Keep your sense of humor Be courageous and face your fears ©Pearson Education, Inc. (2013) Sherfield/Moody, Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3e