Chapter Twelve Whats Next Master Student Map Why

Chapter Twelve What’s Next? Master Student Map

Why this chapter matters … • You can use the techniques introduced in this book to set and achieve goals for the rest of your life. Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. 2

What is included … • Now that you’re done— begin • “. . . use the following suggestions to continue. . . ” • Create your career now • Jump-start your education with transferable skills • Use the SCANS reports to discover your skills • Use résumés and interviews to “hire” an employer • Creating and using portfolios • Choosing schools. . . again • Contributing: The art of selfishness • Service learning: The art of learning by contributing • Define your values; align your actions • Power Process: “Be it” • Master Student Profile: Vera Wang Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. 3

How you can use this chapter … • Choose the next steps in your education and career. • Document your continuing success with a portfolio. • Experience the joys of contributing. • Use a Power Process that enhances every technique in this book. Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. 4

As you read, ask yourself: What if … • … I could begin creating the life of my dreams—starting today? Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. 5