parents and start doing adult things (Steinberg, Bornstein, Vandell, & Rook, 2011). Last fall, I began my first year of college. It was a big step for me and forced me establish my independence. I went through lots of different stages that people in early adulthood have to go through such as moving out of my home from my parents and living on my own, beginning college. There are many ways in which my body and mind have changed since I was younger. One part of me
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Academic success that will follow you throughout your life starts with planning, understanding your learning style, developing an effective writing and critical thinking process. As I begin my continuing education, continuing academic success is what I want, not only in my academic accomplishments but in all that I do at home and at work. So what is success, in its simplest form it is accomplishing or achieving what you desire or set as a goal. Then academic success is achieving or obtaining that
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behavior in various environments. Personal values and ethical standards are developed throughout life. Various experiences, family members, friends, work, education, and many other factors can influence the establishment of personal values. Values are demonstrated through decision making, work related behaviors, and interpersonal communications. Prioritizing individual values enables people to set personal goals, influence others, and capitalize on available opportunities. “Attention to our values helps
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Jackson 7th Period Family Studies “Precious’s Life” People always see me as a very energetic, funny, intelligent young lady. When others see me they, they say I brighten up their days. I’m always cracking jokes. Those that know me well say that I’m just a happy person. I guess that’s why my mother named me “Precious”. People seem to
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discussing my personal, professional, and academic goals for my major field of study in my online environment. I will also discuss how I will apply the SMART goal process to each of my goals. I will create an accountability plan for meeting my goals and discuss how will overcome any obstacles. Lastly, I will predict my success in achieving my goals, my individual personality, and my major field of study. My SMART Goals At the age of thirty-four and two kids later I am looking over my future
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2 Thesis statement I have dreams and goals that I have set for myself, which I believe will lead to a successful career and a better future for my family and me. I recently made a list of goals for the next five years. I decided that one of my major goals is to return to college, complete my education and get my degree. And now I’m back in school. Taking this step shows how I have come to accept responsibility for my future. Although I recognized that I will have to continue
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My name is Nuri Arenas , I attend Madera High School and I am a graduating senior this year. I am currently taking high school classes related to the medical field. I will be going to college right after high school graduation. I am a respectful and hardworking girl at school that also has an excellent attendance record. I have a positive attitude and also like helping others. I stay in involved in school clubs and also attend to a program Madera Youth Leaders doing community service like helping
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education is important to me. The goals I set for myself earlier in life did not contain a college education. Honestly, as soon as I graduated High School I was burnt out. I had no motivation to further my education. I soon entered into the Sheriff’s academy and went down the path of Law Enforcement. In the back of my mind I always knew I would be better off had I went to college first, but I never did anything about it. I always made excuses why I couldn’t pursue my degree. An excuse like it is too
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in a group activity i make sure to complete my part. i also checked off most of the time for ‘ i interact well with others because during my SHSM meetings i met with many new people that i didn't know and i was willing to meet and interact with these new people. Also i seek for help when i need it , for example in math class lessons during class i do not quite understand it so i asked my teacher for extra help during lunch because i wanted to set a goal for myself. i think i excel these skills most
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at least one point in life where one has to take a decisive position as to what one wishes to do for one’s future. This becomes especially important when one is to start of one’s professional career. Such decisions may not give result exactly as expected by the person but planning about them well in advance certainly does hold an advantage. This report represents the path that I wish to take for my career or my future following graduating with an MBA. With an emphasis on my strengths and weaknesses
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