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Introduction |
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PART ONE EXPLORING THE TEN SKILL SETS (AND BEYOND) |
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Chapter 1 Taking Responsibility |
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Chapter 2 Developing Physical Skills |
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Chapter 3 Communicating Verbally |
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Chapter 4 Communicating in Writing |
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Use Word-Processing Tools |
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Master Online Communications |
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Chapter 5 Working Directly With People |
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Chapter 6 Influencing People |
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Chapter 7 Gathering Information |
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Chapter 8 Using Quantitative Tools |
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Chapter 9 Asking and Answering the Right Questions |
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Evaluate Actions and Policies |
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Chapter 10 Solving Problems |
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Chapter 11 Moving Beyond the Ten Skills Sets |
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Gain Software Expertise in Addition to Microsoft Word and Excel |
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Master In-Depth Knowledge of Any Field |
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Develop Foreign Language Skills |
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Emphasize Artistic and Music Knowledge and/or Skill |
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Capitalize on Sports Skills |
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Pursue Pleasure Activities |
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PART TWO BOOSTING YOUR SKILLS SCORE |
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Chapter 12 Making Smart Academic Choices for Skill Development |
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Follow the 50-50 Principle |
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Select Courses for Skills |
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Chapter 13 Creating Your Own Apprenticeships |
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Explore Apprentice-Based Education |
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Land Good Summer Jobs and Internships |
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Make the Most of Your Experiences |
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Chapter 14 EXPLORING OFF-CAMPUS SEMESTERS |
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Build Your Skills Score Off Campus |
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Weigh Overseas Experiences against Experiences in the United States and Canada |
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Earn Credit for Course Work |
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Chapter 15 Doing Well by Doing Good During Your College Years |
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Build Your Skills Score by Volunteering |
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Value Volunteer Opportunities---Employers Do |
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Explore and Network for Careers |
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Chapter 16 Thinking About Education Beyond College |
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Consider Not Graduating or Graduating Early |
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View Graduate School as a Risky Investment Alternative |
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PART THREE LAUNCHING YOUR CAREER |
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Chapter 17 Exploring Career Fields |
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Begin the Self-Reflection Process |
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Get More Specific Information about Careers |
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Chapter 18 Planning Your Skills Agenda |
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Monitor and Plan Your Skill Improvement |
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Chapter 19 Branding Yourself Through Resumes, Cover Letters, And Interviews |
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Select the Skills You Want to Emphasize |
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Decide Where to Show Off Your Skills |
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Chapter 20 Developing Your Career Network |
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Build Professional Networks |
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Develop Online Networking |
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Appendix: The Skills For Success College Planner |
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Notes |
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Index |
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