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Topic: ChangeSherfield and Moody Cornerstones


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• Open-mindedness• Communication• Accountability• Vision


Why Choose College?

• Most students say:

“Show me the money!”

What do you say?


Education, Pay, and Unemployment


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


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


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 and participation• Change is about working toward something• Change is about letting go and holding on


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


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


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


Steps for Effective Goal-Setting

• Goal statement and target date• Action steps• Narrative statement• “I Deserve” statement• Personal signature and commitment


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