Children are not born with the ability to watch the clock, neatly store binders in their backpack, and get to Point A to Point B without getting sidetracked. These are learned skills that fall under the realm of executive functioning (EF), according to Dr. Jane Hannah of Currey Ingram Academy, a private boarding school in Brentwood, TN, just outside of Nashville. As a special … [Read more...]
Careers in High Demand
While the job market remains tough, there are still hundreds of vocations that are in high demand. Below, find out which industries are searching for new talent despite the unemployment rate in the U.S. Business Jobs Market Research Analyst is one of the top growing jobs and a great career for those who want to be “in the know”all the time. These are the people that study … [Read more...]
Ellerslie Training Relies on Scripture as Core Foundation
Ellerslie Training offers an in-depth examination and analysis of the Bible as the foundation of its current program. In a recent conversation with Oceans 2003, the staff at Ellerslie Training shared about the enormous possibilities unfolded in Scripture. Oceans 2003: Thank you for accepting our invitation, and welcome. Ellerslie Training: Absolutely. We would not pass … [Read more...]
Interview Mistakes that May Cost You the Job
Research suggests that most hiring managers look for a few similar traits in first-time interviewees and that failure to implement these job-seeking strategies often mean the difference between a paycheck and pink slip. Unsteady confidence It’s not easy to know when to come across and humble or heroic. Too much self-assurance can present itself as arrogance and be a real … [Read more...]
The Hertz Corporation Gets Moving on New Ventures in Car and Rental Equipment
The Hertz Corporation recently announced that it would soon spin off its equipment rental corporation. The separation is planned as a tax-free spinoff to Hertz shareholders and is expected to close by early 2015. It would result in net proceeds of an estimated $2.5 billion. The rental equipment company currently has 335 branches in Canada, the United States, Spain, France, … [Read more...]