Chapter One: Change Cornerstone: Creating Success through Positive Change 6th edition Ms. Koledoye

In groups of three, answer the following question. Why are you here?

What Do Employers Want? Excellent written/oral communication skills Problem solving skills Capacity to change and learn quickly Work well with others Computer literacy

Ten Cornerstones for Success Passion Motivation Knowledge Resourcefulness Creativity Adaptability Openmindedness Communication Accountability Vision Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 3

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 Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 6

Education, Pay, and Unemployment Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 5

In Groups of three answer this question College is unlike any other academic institution, why?

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 Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 7

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

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 Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 9

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

Life line Birth date • I learned that I . . . • I discovered that I . . . • I was surprised that I . . . Anticipated Death

3 Types of Goals Short Term- accomplished in a year or less Mid-term- can be accomplished in one to five years Long term- major life targets; can take five to twenty years and sometimes a lifetime to achieve

Create a goal in each of the following categories: Education Financial Social Life Use one types of goal for each category. Example: Education- Receive an A in GUST 1270 (Short term), finish school (Long term) Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time Oriented

Chapter Reflections Evaluate your reasons for attending college Use goal-setting Get involved in the changes in life and learning Eliminate negative self-talk Be courageous and face your fears Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 14