1. Sherfield and Moody Cornerstones
Topic: Change

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

3. Ten Cornerstones for Success
Passion
Motivation
Knowledge
Resourcefulness
Creativity
Adaptability
Open-mindedness
Communication
Accountability
Vision

4. Why Choose College? Most students say: “Show me the money!”
What do you say?

5. Education, Pay, and Unemployment

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

9. Bringing About Change Change is a skill – it is learned
Change takes time – slow and systematic
Change requires an attitude adjustment
Change demands action and participation
Change is about working toward something
Change is about letting go and holding on

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. Steps for Effective Goal-Setting
Goal statement and target date
Action steps
Narrative statement
“I Deserve” statement
Personal signature and commitment

14. 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