Chapter One: Thrive Cornerstones for Career College Success, 3rd edition Professor Koledoye

In this chapter you will learn The relationship between your education and the new global economy What skills employers are seeking The truths about career college success The differences between high school, college, and career The nuts and bolts of goal setting SLO 4.2 Write and prioritize short-term and long-term goals related to your time at Houston Community College.

In groups of three, create a list to answer the following question. What skills do employers want?

What Do Employers Want? Versatile knowledge and skills Computer literacy The ability to learn new skills quickly Accuracy Attention to detail Self-confidence Tact Humor Character

Essential Cornerstones for Success Seek excellence as a communicator Become a desirable employee Practice loyalty and trustworthiness Walk with confidence and make bold decisions Use critical thinking skills Manage your priorities well Multiply by multitasking Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 3

Essential Cornerstones for Success Cont. Stay current and build transferable skills Continue to get experience and education Avoid internet and social media blunders Watch your credit rating Remain open minded Practice accountability Polish your human relation skills Pg. 6 Figure 1.1

Education, Pay, & Unemployment Statistics of Full-time Workers, 25 and over Unemployment Rate Education Level Mean Earnings 2.4% Professional Degree $146,659 1.9% Doctorate Degree $116,305 4.0% Master’s Degree $87,913 5.40% Bachelor’s Degree $68,812 7.0% Associate’s Degree $49,835 9.2% Some college $47,484 10.3% High School Graduate $39,937 14.9% Less than H.S. Graduate $30,958 Dept. of Labor, 2009 (pg. 13)

In groups of three answer this question How is college different from high school?

Basic Truths about College Success #1. Success is about choices, sacrifices, and intelligent transitions #2. Your education is a two-way street #3. You’re in charge here- Self-motivation and - responsibility required -no “victim mentality” allowed p. 16

Basic Truths Cont. #4. Self-management will be your key to success #5. This is not high school (see pgs. 18-19) #6. Eliminate “This isn’t Harvard” syndrome

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

Goal Setting

Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time Oriented Education Create a short term (near future, less than 1 yr.) and long term goal (more than 1 yr.) in each of the following categories: Education Financial Social Life Start with, “I will” Example: Education- I will receive an A in EDUC 1300. Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time Oriented See pgs. 20-23

What kind, from where, by when? What kind, how many, by when? Practice I will lose weight. I will get a bachelor’s degree. I will make friends. How much, by when? What kind, from where, by when? What kind, how many, by when?

Chapter Reflections Evaluate your reasons for attending college. Use and understand the cornerstones for success. Work hard to be a winner, not a victim. Use goal setting to help direct your life. Don’t let change happen; get involved in your own learning. Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 14

Chapter Review According to this presentation, what skills do employers want? A SMART goal means that your goal is? How do expectations of you in college that differ from those of high school? What are the truths about college success? How can you be a winner instead of a victim?

Don’t forget to complete Portfolio Assignment A, pg.45.