What does it take to succeed after high school?

1. Maturity: In appearance, thoughts and abilities (attention to detail). Ability to get along with co-workers and supervisors.
   
   
2. Enthusiasm: Interest in what you do. Pride must be taken in the work that is completed.
   
   
3. Reliability: Showing up on time, ready to work.
   
   
4. Dependability: Take responsibility for what they accomplish and how it is done.
   
   
5. Commitment: To start a project, work diligently, and complete each task.
   
   
6. Creativity: DonÕt be afraid to show individualism.
   
   
7. Listening Skills: Be ready to learn and retain information. (Write information down; carry a logbook; take notes.)
   
   
8. Communication Skills: The ability to organize thoughts and present them in a profes- sional manner. The ability to work within a group of peers to complete a job.
   
   
9. Good Spelling/Handwriting: These skills are necessary in any profession.
   
   
10. Patience: DonÕt rush into doing things incorrectly. Investigate your problem - solve it correctly.
    
    
11. Concentration: The greater the amount of concentrated effort equals less time spent and a higher quality product.
    
    
12. Problem Solving Skills: Obtain and evaluate information to determine solutions to problems.
    
    
13. Leadership Skills: Ability to define goals and objectives. Communicate expectations of others to achieve desired results. Forget the words "I donÕt know". Learn the words "I can find out".
    
    
14. Technology: Ability to use and understand technology such as computers, etc.

We need interested young people with open minds.

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