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Officers responded to Freedom Plaza and Kokesh was not there, says U.S. Parks Police spokesperson Sgt. Paul Brooks.
"We are aware of the situation and are prepared to deal with him if he shows up again," Brooks says.
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Kokesh planned and then canceled an armed march on Washington scheduled for July 4, 2013. Participants in the non-violent event, called the Open Carry March on Washington, were supposed to be armed with rifles.
The purpose of the march was to "put the government on notice that we will not be intimidated and cower in submission to tyranny," Kokesh said of the event on his website.
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When I asked what you hope to gain, you replied "Nothing. Because I won't use AutoCAD.". Your words, not mine.
So, if it's "not for nothing", then again, I ask you: What do you hope to gain?
And that would be a good way for you, as an experienced AutoCAD user who has probably spent lots of time learning (including teaching yourself) how it works, to demonstrate your mastery of the software (as well as your mischievous side ).
(But, of course, if someone else did it for you, all it would demonstrate is that you are a good cheater.)
ninoangi wrote:Nothing. Because i won't use AutoCAD. Teacher doesn't teach about that and he won't.
What is the purpose of this class that the teacher won't teach?
Have the teacher respond to this thread so that we can better understand the assignment.
>> And that would be a good way for you, [...]
>> to demonstrate your mastery of the software
If the image would have beed scanned (and not made with that bad perspective including waves of the paper) I would have done it. But even with rubbersheeting ... the image shown in the first thread does not make sense for referencing in a new drawing anyway.
>> to demonstrate your mastery
I don't need to demostrate anything anywhere.
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"I don't need to demostrate anything anywhere. "
And yet you do... every time you respond in these DGs.
<snarkmode=on>At a guess, the OP is taking some management classes, or else studying to become a lawyer. that would explain the willingness to get other people to do the work, and then take credit for it.</snarkmode>
The issue became funnier and funnier and brings a smile on the face after a hard work day.
If your teacher is so smart, you have to be smarter and do the following:
scan the page of the drawing good and paste it in AutoCad editor, print it and give it to your teacher!!! brilliant solution!! isn't it?
success !!!
Google is your friend:
Go >>>HERE<<< .... scroll down to the bottom of the page where it says MODEL DOWNLOAD and click on that.
unzip it (you can do that can't you?) and save it to your HDD.
Tell the non-teacher that you went the extra mile and did it in 3D. Or you can put it in plan view, snap a few dims and yer good to go.
You can open it in LT if you have that or full ACAD.
Now leave these guys alone. Yer starting to ripple the waters.
We haven't heard from the OP in a while. I'm afraid he's been expelled... for being caught cheating.
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Chandler Parsons (pg 2 checking R. Gay) and Jordan Crawford aka "The Boy that dunked on LeBron" got it this week. Saw Jefferies in the 4s not caring he been wearing them 4s...LeBron, Kobe, Durant, D Wade that's easy to pick. Monta and Nate stay with some fire too...but what is on Parsons' joints? them are kinda sick...
kobe's are way better than lebrons which is why a lot of other nba players wear it too...WHO CARES BOUT LEBRON'S DIFFERENT COLORWAYS EACH NIGHT?UPCOMING COLORWAYS FOR KOBE VII'S ARE SICK SO JUST WAIT FOR THEM
B.Davis used to be a beast, it's good to see him back in uniform but funny looking picture though....
Can Jarred "I SUCK" Jeffries please stop fucking wearing Jordans. He wore the 11s when they came out, the 10s and now the 4s. He doesn;t deserve to wear them IMO, because ...He SUCKS.
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On November 21, 2013 the Gettys Miami design studio participated in the 27th annual Festival of the Trees at the Coral Gables Museum in Coral Gables FL.
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Our leaders shape who we are and drive our future direction. With decades of experience between them, they are experts in their fields. Each is led by their own particular passions and specialties, yet all are committed to the Gettys vision.
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Roger G. Hill II
Chairman/Chief Executive Officer
Cornell University School of Hotel Administration
Urban Land Institute
International Society for Hospitality Consultants
Young Presidents Organization
Leader and co-founder, Roger has led Gettys through nearly three decades of growth. Shaped by his expertise and influence, he has positioned the company at the forefront of the hospitality design industry.
Revolutionary approaches. Global expansion. Through Roger's leadership, Gettys transformed the standard business model for hospitality design, taking procurement and property development in-house. Today he spearheads Gettys' development efforts, including the acquisition and repositioning of assets throughout the United States, and expansion to overseas markets.
Frequently invited to share his incomparable insight to hospitality and business industry publications, Roger's achievements have earned him Hospitality Design Magazine's prestigious Platinum Circle Award.
Andrew J. Fay
President/Chief Operating Officer
Cornell University School of Hotel Administration
Dynamic leader. Global sensibilities. A founding partner, Andrew has led the Gettys vision through hundreds of successful projects and 25 years of growth.
With a diverse background, spanning hotel operations, real estate finance and marketing expertise, Andrew takes a 360-degree approach to hospitality design. He drives Gettys' dynamic and creative approach, championing innovations and cutting-edge solutions to create enduring design and procurement solutions that offer measurable returns.
A native of Tasmania, Andrew is a founding principal of GETTYS|BLU – a sister organization of Gettys, and is a board member of QUO – a global brand strategy and communications company headquartered in Thailand.
Ariane Steinbeck, IIDA, LEED®AP
Managing Director/Principal
Cornell University School of Hotel Administration
Cornell Hotel Society
Network of Executive Women in Hospitality
National Council for Interior Design Qualification
International Interior Design Association
One of Gettys' four founding partners, Ariane is the renaissance woman of the foursome. An affinity for design. A gift for building strong rapport with her clients. A worldview honed through decades of international travel. Ariane brings a balance to the table that is definitively Gettys.
After two decades leading Gettys' design expertise for the hospitality industry from Gettys Chicago headquarters, Ariane is defining the company's strategy in Asia Pacific, acting as Managing Director of our Hong Kong and Manila offices.
Ariane's broad project experience is made up of high-end residential, hotels, and luxury resorts and spas including hundreds of commissions for the world's most prominent hotel companies.
Her work has been published and recognized by a broad spectrum of media – Hospitality Design Magazine, Realty and Building Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Hotel & Motel Management, Hotel Business Magazine, CNN Online and Bloomberg Asia TV. She is also a frequent speaker at industry trade shows and has served as guest lecturer for Cornell University's Hotel School.
Bradley F. Gookins, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Miami University, Oxford, Ohio
Master's Degree, Accountancy
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Keller Graduate School of Management
As Chief Financial Officer, Brad directs and oversees all financial functions for Gettys worldwide.
A man with a passion for figures, Bradley keeps the team grounded – ensuring that our bottom line remains healthy. A collaborator with a honed strategic edge, Brad liaises with our management team as well as external private equity partners and financial institutions.
Prior to joining Gettys, Brad worked as the Controller for Interra Development Partners LLC, a commercial real estate developer based in Chicago and joint venture partner with Prudential Real Estate Investors of New Jersey. He was also a Senior Auditor for the Chicago Real Estate Group of Ernst & Young LLP.
Daniel Welborn, AIA, LEED® AP
Principal Chicago
Georgia Institute of Technology
Master of Architecture
American Institute of Architects
Licensed Architect, State of Illinois
US Green Building Council LEED® Accreditation
As principal in charge of Gettys' hospitality design practice in the Americas, Dan is able to extend his passion for great and sustainable design to the hospitality industry. Working in close collaboration with the firm's clients and Gettys' US based offices (Chicago, Miami and Irvine), Dan forms a strategic vision bringing together the disciplines of planning, architecture and interior design. Coupling this with integrated business objectives, Dan and the team at Gettys have created a formula where they consistently achieve functional and financial success.
An engaged industry leader, Dan is frequently invited to speak at conferences across the United States including at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) and Urban Land Institute (ULI). Sharing his expertise and knowledge, Dan has taught Interior Design studios at Philadelphia University and was part of the International Association of Conference Centers' (IACC) Thought Leader Summit in Toronto.
Dan received his Master of Architecture from the Georgia Institute of Technology and has been commissioned to lend his talents to major hotel brands such as Hyatt, Marriott, Starwood and Hilton across the United States and Asia Pacific.
Duk J. Kim, AIA, LEED® AP
Principal Chicago
University of Michigan
Master of Architecture
American Institute of Architects
Licensed Architect, State of Illinois
US Green Building Council, LEED® Accreditation
A born collaborator, Duk believes in the power of open and effective communication. China, Manila, Seoul, Dubai, the US. His work spans the globe, while his designs can be found in everything from hotels and resorts to casinos, spas, restaurants, serviced apartments and retail developments.
Duk has an exceptional natural ability to understand the challenges and needs of a complex project. He consistently ensures there is a true match between vision and built design. He is fascinated by brands that try to capture a lifestyle and loves to unpick the many layers of detail they offer to a designer.
Duk's work has been published in a variety of hospitality design publications, and he has taught hospitality design for several years at the Illinois Institute of Art in Chicago.
Jerry Zeitner
Principal Chicago
Illinois State University
Bachelors of Science, Finance
Institute for Supply Management
For well over a decade Jerry has been one of our most prized vanguards. He was one of the key developers of our proprietary Integrated Solutions™ procurement management system, in addition to leading our development and investment arm.
Adding value to each step of the process, he advises our partners and projects on feasibility and due diligence, capital improvement budgeting, ROI analysis, brand and management company identification/selection, capital expenditure, master planning and project management.
"What's amazing about our foray into development is that it gives us a whole new perspective to hospitality design and procurement that we can leverage for the success of every project."
Jerry's recent development triumphs include the complete redevelopment of Hotel Felix, Chicago's first LEED® certified boutique hotel in downtown Chicago, and the establishment of an independent luxury hotel in the landmark IBM Building now to be The Langham Chicago.
Karrie Drinkhahn, IIDA, LEED® AP
Principal Miami
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts, Interior Design
US Green Building Council LEED® Accreditation
Licensed Interior Designer – State of Florida
International Interior Design Association
Fourteen years, two cities, five offices. Karrie is a true Gettys veteran. Head of our Miami office, Karrie oversees our Caribbean and South American interests while also contributing enormously to our Business Development efforts around the world.
Karrie blends a contemporary view of hospitality trends with a deep understanding of the business of design and architecture. She unites a deep commitment to ROI with design talent and global vision. She is a firm believer in bringing an honest passion and dedication to each client interaction.
"Each project is new, exciting and a challenge. Any project that creates a great relationship with the owner, the property, the hotel brand for me is a highlight."
Gettys is committed to a spirit of innovation and Karrie is a true believer of this approach. She is inspired by hotel brands, designers, architects and owners who are willing to take a risk, to be different and bring about change and evolution within the industry.
Meg Prendergast
Principal Chicago
Harrington College of Interior Design
Associate of Fine Arts
Network of Executive Women in Hospitality
A true cornerstone of our firm. Meg has been a part of the Gettys family for over two decades. Having honed her skills under some of the industry's design greats, she has now carved out a name for herself, garnering awards and recognition from the industry and her peers. Our resident spa expert, Meg is frequently sought after for knowledge and expertise on this growing sector of the hospitality industry.
Meg is also a master of client interactions. Whether it's for hotels, high-end residential, conference centers, or luxury resorts, she has an innate knack for balancing her own ideas with those of the client, delivering designs with impact.
"One of the highlights of working at Gettys is the collaboration that stems from fantastic working friendships with our clients – the good ones always result in fantastic design solutions that everyone feels great about at the end of the day – and it shows in the design."
Meg loves details and still brings a touch of the classic 'handcrafted' element to her projects, while fully embracing the design technologies of today.
Michael Maurer, AIA
Principal Chicago
University of Illinois
Bachelor of Science, Architecture
American Institute of Architects
Urban Land Institute
Mike believes in creating original ideas that work. He strives to produce distinctive designs and architecture applications that create a better experience for guests and better returns for the client.
"Each project provides an opportunity to advance the model, to create something new, to rethink hotel design and enhance the guest experience."
With two decades of experience behind him, Mike has successfully managed countless hospitality projects across the globe. He possesses an acute understanding of the goals of each participant in the design and development process, from cost-effectiveness to outstanding design to brand compliance, and has the ability to find the right approach to achieve each of them.
Mike has been widely published on the topics of hospitality design and architecture, mixed-use development and value engineering.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
The first employee hired by Gettys, Ron grew the firm's client list and project portfolio throughout the US, Caribbean and into Asia.
A collaborative and an innovative thinker, Ron has shaped dozens of hotel, resort and brand initiatives over his two decades at Gettys. It was Ron's passion for new approaches and pioneering ideas which created Gettys ONE and the Hotel of Tomorrow (H.O.T.) Project. These days he continues to bring his enthusiasm and depth of insight to Brand Design.
A noted industry speaker, Ron is frequently engaged to share the research and results of his work throughout the world.
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Michael David Professional Title: Professor, Chair of Fine Arts Department Areas of Academic Focus and Expertise: Fine Arts: Painting and Printmaking Area of Work and Concentration at Lesley: Fine Arts Department Chair Representative List of Recent Courses Taught: Senior Studio I/II; Color and Composition; Monotype I/II Education: MFA, Painting, Boston University (1980); BA, Fine Arts, Brandeis University (1977); Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture (1981) Representative List of Recent Publications / Exhibitions:
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Learn how to implement common design patterns in Windows Azure.
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Enable multiple concurrent consumers to process messages received on the same messaging channel. This pattern enables a system to process multiple messages concurrently to optimize throughput, to improve scalability and availability, and to balance the workload.
Segregate operations that read data from operations that update data by using separate interfaces. This pattern can maximize performance, scalability, and security; support evolution of the system over time through higher flexibility; and prevent update commands from causing merge conflicts at the domain level.
Coordinate the actions performed by a collection of collaborating task instances in a distributed application by electing one instance as the leader that assumes responsibility for managing the other instances. This pattern can help to ensure that task instances do not conflict with each other, cause contention for shared resources, or inadvertently interfere with the work that other task instances are performing.
Decompose a task that performs complex processing into a series of discrete elements that can be reused. This pattern can improve performance, scalability, and reusability by allowing task elements that perform the processing to be deployed and scaled independently.
Use a token or key that provides clients with restricted direct access to a specific resource or service in order to offload data transfer operations from the application code. This pattern is particularly useful in applications that use cloud-hosted storage systems or queues, and can minimize cost and maximize scalability and performance.
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Take a gander at EMP Tek's nifty Limited Edition System that goes for $595. It's a three-piece affair with a stereo tube integrated amplifier and a pair of sweet-looking bookshelf speakers.
Call me jaded, but I've heard a bunch of iPod speaker systems in that price range that sounded like glorified boom boxes. And since most of them are single-box systems they don't do much in the way of stereo separation. Yes, they make bass, but it's always bloated, thick, and boomy bass. Impressive to some at first, but its not what you'd call hi-fi sound. These iPod systems' power amp wattage is rarely specified or it's wildly exaggerated. For $600 you should be able to get a decent sounding system, and there's no such thing as a decent sounding iPod speaker for that kind of money.
The EMP Tek Limited Edition System is something else again. Its 40-watt-per-channel rating seems about right. Small enough to fit on a desktop, it's just 6.6 inches wide, 4.5 high, and 10.25 deep, and the amp has three inputs. Two are minijacks, so you can plug your iPod/MP3 player in, and there's a stereo RCA input you might use to pump the sound of your DVD or Blu-ray player through the system. The amp's two tubes are backlit with blue LEDs, which look extra cool. The amp weighs 8 pounds.… Read more


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We are already acquainted with the D3200: apart from a few ergonomic details, it's the same camera as the compact and lightweight D3100 SLR, though missing the secondary display on its bridge for even greater compactness. The D3200 weighs only 454 grams (without battery or card). Unlike the D3100, the D3200's lens is off-center for better balance and the highly practical LiveView/video mode activation tab of the D3100 and the D5100 has disappeared in favor of a more ergonomically mundane video recording button. The D3200 comes with a second (dorsal) infrared sensor to complement its front sensor for more practical infrared remote control. The motor selection tab (single-frame, burst, timer, remote control) is gone as well, again replaced by a direct-access button. |


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One of the main questions in court was whether Cox would be released from jail, but the judge decided against that due to the nature of the charges.
Cox will remain in jail on a $45,000 bond. She is charged with a total of 1,064 counts of possession of child pornography.
Kentucky State Police says Cox worked in childcare and as a nanny in the Owensboro area.
The investigation continues and Kentucky State Police are asking parents to contact them if their children were under the care of Cox. Troopers are trying to find out whether any of those images are of local children.
The 25-year-old was emotional in the courtroom, but the county attorney's office says they weren't surprised Cox wasn't released with it being a case of this magnitude .
"In situations where a defendant may pose a risk to the community, often times the prosecution will ask that person stay in jail pending the outcome of the trial," said John Burlew, the Daviess County Assistant County Attorney.
"I understand why Judge Payne did what he did and I feel that Sarah's safe where she is because until people find out what happened, there's going to be anger and I understand that," said Michelle Cox, Sarah's mother.
Cox remains in the Daviess County Detention Center and authorities say a grand jury will convene sometime within the next month.
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27-1023.00 - Floral Designers
Design, cut, and arrange live, dried, or artificial flowers and foliage.
Sample of reported job titles: Floral Designer, Florist, Flower Shop Laborer/Designer, Floral Artist
Tasks | Tools & Technology | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Work Context | Job Zone | Education | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional Information
- Confer with clients regarding price and type of arrangement desired and the date, time, and place of delivery.
- Plan arrangement according to client's requirements, utilizing knowledge of design and properties of materials, or select appropriate standard design pattern.
- Water plants, and cut, condition, and clean flowers and foliage for storage.
- Select flora and foliage for arrangements, working with numerous combinations to synthesize and develop new creations.
- Order and purchase flowers and supplies from wholesalers and growers.
- Wrap and price completed arrangements.
- Trim material and arrange bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other items using trimmers, shapers, wire, pins, floral tape, foam, and other materials.
- Perform office and retail service duties such as keeping financial records, serving customers, answering telephones, selling giftware items and receiving payment.
- Inform customers about the care, maintenance, and handling of various flowers and foliage, indoor plants, and other items.
- Decorate or supervise the decoration of buildings, halls, churches, or other facilities for parties, weddings and other occasions.
Tools & Technology
Tools used in this occupation:
Greenhouse irrigation equipment — Watering machines |
Netting — Floral netting |
Radio frequency identification devices — Radiofrequency RF guns |
Scissors — Ribbon scissors; Utility scissors |
Secateurs or pruning shears — Bunch cutters; Bypass pruners; Florists' pruning shears; Underwater cutters |
Technology used in this occupation:
Accounting software — Transaction accounting software |
Procurement software — Supply ordering software |
Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel |
Time accounting software — Timekeeping software |
Word processing software — Microsoft Word |
Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. |
English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems. |
Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. |
Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. |
Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. |
Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively. |
Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others. |
Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people. |
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. |
Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. |
Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. |
Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. |
Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. |
Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. |
Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. |
Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem. |
Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. |
Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged. |
Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways. |
Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). |
Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). |
Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness. |
Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity). |
Work Activities
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests. |
Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. |
Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
Work Context
Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it? |
Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job? |
Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing? |
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls? |
Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job? |
Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines? |
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — How do the decisions an employee makes impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company? |
Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer? |
Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals? |
Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job? |
Job Zone
Title | Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed |
Education | These occupations usually require a high school diploma. |
Related Experience | Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public. |
Job Training | Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations. |
Job Zone Examples | These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include sheet metal workers, forest fire fighters, customer service representatives, physical therapist aides, salespersons (retail), and tellers. |
SVP Range | (4.0 to < 6.0) |
There is 1 recognized apprenticeable specialty associated with this occupation:
Floral Designer
To learn about specific apprenticeship opportunities, please consult the U.S. Department of Labor State Apprenticeship Information website.
For general information about apprenticeships, training, and partnerships with business, visit the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship website.
Percentage of Respondents |
Education Level Required |
38 | Less than high school diploma |
31 | High school diploma or equivalent |
Interest code: AER
Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules. |
Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business. |
Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others. |
Work Styles
Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. |
Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. |
Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. |
Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. |
Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical. |
Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems. |
Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. |
Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. |
Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. |
Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. |
Work Values
Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement. |
Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service. |
Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy. |
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35-2012.00 | Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria |
35-3011.00 | Bartenders |
41-1011.00 | First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers |
41-2021.00 | Counter and Rental Clerks |
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Wages & Employment Trends
Median wages (2012) | $11.45 hourly, $23,810 annual |
Employment (2012) | 62,000 employees |
Projected growth (2012-2022) | Decline (-3% or lower) |
Projected job openings (2012-2022) | 16,500 |
Top industries (2012) |
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- Floral Designers . Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition.


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Saint Philip the Apostle
- 3 May (Roman calendar; Evangelical Church in Germany)
- 1 May (Anglican; Evangelical Lutheran; Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
- 11 October (Lutheran; Episcopal Church USA)
- 14 November (Greek calendar; Orthodox; Russia)
- 17 November (Armenian Church)
- 18 November (Coptic Church)
- 31 July (translation of relics of Cyprus)
Disciple of Saint John the Baptist. Convert. One of the Twelve Apostle. Brought Saint Nathanael to Christ. Confidant of Jesus. Little is known about him, but scriptural episodes give the impression of a shy, naive, but practical individual. Preached in Greece and Asia Minor. Martyr.
- at Bethsaida, Palestine
- stoned to death while tied to a cross c.80 at Hierapolis, Phrygia (near modern Pamukkale, Turkey)
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- Luxembourg
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- pastry chefs
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- Diso, Italy
- Frascati, Italy
- Monterotondo, Italy
- Nemi, Italy
- Venegono Inferiore, Italy
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- San Felipe Indian Pueblo
- elderly bearded man holding a basket of loaves and a cross which is often t-shaped
- elderly man casting a devil from the idol of Mars
- elderly man crucified on a tall cross
- elderly man holding loaves and fishes
- elderly man with a dragon nearby
- elderly man with a loaf and book
- elderly man with a snake nearby
- loaves of bread
- man baptizing the Ethiopian eunuch
- man holding a book or scroll reading descendit ad inferna
- tall cross
- with Saint Andrew the Apostle
Additional Information
- 1001 Patron Saints and Their Feast Days, Australian Catholic Truth Society
- Acts of Saint Philip the Apostle When He Went to Upper Hellas apocryphal
- Addition to the Acts of Philip apocryphal
- Book of Saints, by the Monks of Ramsgate
- Catholic Encyclopedia, by J P Kirsch
- Catholic Online
- Christian Biographies, by James Keifer
- Goffine's Devout Instructions
- Golden Legend
- Martirologio Romano, 2005 edition
- Katherine Rabenstein
- Kirken i Norge
- Lives of the Saints, by Father Alban Butler
- New Catholic Dictionary
- Of the Journeyings of Philip the Apostle apocryphal
- Ökumenisches Heiligenlexikon
- Our Sunday Visitor's Encyclopedia of Saints
- Roman Martyrology
- Saints of the Canon, by Monsignor John T McMahon
- Wikipedia
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Virgin Experience Days Relaxation Day For 2
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9 reviewsWhat better way to let your cares and worries melt away than enjoying a day of pampering together with a friend or loved one? Enjoy some real indulgences that will leave you feeling trim and glowing.
You can use all the facilities available at the site you chose, which typically include a swimming pool, steam room, sauna, gym and relaxation area. You will also be treated to two treatments each: a 25 minute Elemis facial and 25 minute Swedish back, neck and scalp massage. Fully trained, professional staff will be on hand to help and guide you, so that you emerge feeling sleek and carefree!When you arrive at the venue, the facilities and services available to you will be explained, together with the treatments available on the day. The format of the day will vary at each location but typically you will spend about 6-8 hours there.
Locations: Luton, Leicester, Mansfield, Burton on Trent, West Midlands, Peterborough, Norwich, Carlisle, Manchester, Dunfermline, Edinburgh, Falkirk, Inverness, Perthshire, Milton Keynes, Esses, Kent, Banbury, Hastings, Staffordshire, Bristol and Cardiff.
Guidelines:- More than 30 locations to chose from England and Scotland.
- Minimum age 18 years
- Suitable for men and women
- You should be in reasonable health and fitness and may be asked to complete a health questionnaire and will not be allowed to participate in certain treatments or facilities if you have certain medical conditions.
- Some treatments not suitable during pregnancy.
- Vouchers valid for 10 months
Virgin Experience Days Manchester City Tour for 2
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3 reviewsCome and experience a behind the scene stadium tour at one of the biggest football teams in Europe. Sit in your heros seat in the amazing dressing room. Walk up the players tunnel and out to pitch side where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the stadium and sense the dream of every Man City supporter, to feel just for a moment what it would be like to be a Man City player.
You will have the opportunity to see all the areas, which are crucial to the team on the day of a big game and will get a real sense of what the Manchester City stars really feel like on match days.
The tour includes:
- A walk down the players tunnel into the magnificent stadium and imagine the welcoming roar of 48,000 fans,
- The opportunity to take a seat in the dug out and envisage what it is like to be a real Manchester City player,
- Taking a stroll around the memorial garden,
- Visit the directors box and press conference facilities,
- Visit the dressing rooms and imagine the team getting ready for a big game!
- Take some photographs pitch side and sample the managers view of the game.
Along the way your dedicated tour guide will share many facts and figures associated with the club and the stadium. You will also enjoy photo opportunities any true Man City fan would dream of.
- Please allow approximately 1 hour for the tour.
- Kindly note that tours do not take place on match days. Tours run everyday of the week, dependant on fixtures.
- Vouchers are valid for 10 months.
- The tour is fully accessible for disabled visitors.
Virgin Experience Days Reviver Pamper Day For 2 at Virgin Active
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0 reviewAvailable at a choice of over forty five Virgin Active Health Clubs across the UK, the Reviver Pamper Package includes 40 minutes of pampering spa treatments for you both. Whichever you choose we'll guarantee you'll leave feeling relaxed, refreshed and revived. What's included.
One 40 minute pamper treatment each choose from 40 minute facial with head massage, 40 minute facial with hand massage, Back, neck and shoulder massage with head massage and Back, neck and shoulder massage with leg massage. Use of the facilities. Choice of over 45 locations. Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card.
Cancellation indemnity Locations: Over 45 locations nationwide - Bristol, Avon, Berkshire, Cambridgeshire, Derby, Plymouth, Poole, Essex, Gloucestershire, Kent, Lancashire, London, Manchester, Northampton, Nottingham, Oxfordshire, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Staffordshire, Surrey, Brighton, Sussex, Tyne and Wear, Bridgend-Wales, Swansea, Warwickshire, West Midlands, Leeds, Sheffield, Restrictions: The experience is available to book Monday to Thursday only. All bookings are subject to availability.
Minimum age: 18 years. Participants should be of reasonable health and fitness to enjoy all the facilities on offer (you will be asked to complete a medical questionnaire before you can take your experience and you may not be able to take certain treatments or use some of the facilities if you have certain medical conditions, alternatively you may be required to obtain a medical certificate) Your voucher is valid for six months from the date of issue. It is essential that you book and take your experience before this date as vouchers may not be extended beyond the expiration date.
Virgin Experience Days Jersey Boys Top Priced Theatre Tickets and Dinner for Two
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0 reviewGet with the beat with this fantastic West End experience which includes a two-course pre theatre meal at the famous L'Escargot restaurant. This buzzing establishment in Greek Street is one of London's most fashionable and well-established eateries, featuring mirrored walls and work by artists such as Miro and Chagall. Jersey Boys is the electrifying true life story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons; the mob, the heartaches, the triumphs and the music. It tells of how four New Jersey boys from the wrong side of the tracks invented their own unique sound, were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and sold 100 million records worldwide. With spectacular performances of all their hits, Jersey Boys rocks and rolls! Location: London Prince Edward Theatre. Restrictions: Minimum age: 16 (Under 18's must be accompanied by a paying adult). Available Tuesday to Thursday. Your pre-theatre dinner does not include beverages, these however may be purchased on the day. Transport between the restaurant and theatre is not included however, the restaurant is a short walk from the Theatre and has been chosen for its proximity.
On arrival at the L'Escargot Restaurant at 18.00, you will be shown to your seats and served a delicious 2 course pre-theatre meal from a set menu. You will then make your way to the Theatre. The show starts at 19.30
Please allow 5 hours for the experience.
Unsuitable for wheelchair users.
Once a date has been booked, you are unable to change or cancel the booking.
Please mention any dietary requirements when booking.
Virgin Experience Days London Hilton - 3 Course Meal with Cocktails and Thames River Cruise
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2 reviewsEnjoy the Capital at it's best with this delicious three course meal with welcome cocktail at the Hilton London Green Park and a leisurely Thames River Cruise. This voucher is valid for 6 months from the date of issue. It's essential that you book and take your experience before the expiry date, as this voucher may not be extended. This voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and may not be exchanged for another voucher.The Hilton London Green Park hotel is set between the leafy Royal Parks and the shops of Oxford, Regent and Bond Street. The stylish Georgian townhouse hotel is just a short stroll to London attractions like Buckingham Palace, Westminster and Harrods and ideal venue to enjoy a three course lunch or dinner with a welcome cocktail.
On arrival at the Tiger Green Brasserie at The London Hilton Green Park you will be seated and presented with the menu. Enjoy international cuisine in the elegant surroundings, with separate dining areas and a light-flooded conservatory space. This intimate London Green Park restaurant is popular with hotel guests and locals alike. The innovative lunch and dinner menus offer a wide variety of dishes ranging from Hilton classics like Caesar Salad to their special grills and mouth-watering desserts.Your Thames River cruise will need to be taken between 10.00 and 18.00 and you may embark and disembark from the piers at Westminster, London Eye, Tower and Greenwich, cruising between them as many times as you wish during one day. Your cruise will capture all of London's best loved sights as it passes the grand St Paul's Cathedral, The Tower of London, The Houses of Parliament and The London Eye plus many other historic and famous sites.
Virgin Experience Days Afternoon Tea at The 5* Grosvenor House Hotel - London
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0 reviewFrequented by Royalty, celebrities and business leaders since its opening in 1929, the historic 5* Grosvenor House is the 'Grande Dame' of Park Lane, offering you a quintessentially British experience. This hotel was been awarded 'The Tea Guild Special Awards of Excellence' in 2012 as recognition of its outstanding quality and consistently high standards in afternoon tea service. Situated in the famous Park Room, you'll enjoy an afternoon tea full of finger sandwiches, plain and raisin buttermilk scones with Devonshire clotted cream and Cornish strawberry jam, a selection of cream puffs and French pastries all accompanied by your choice of tea blend. What's included: Afternoon tea for two, Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card, Cancellation indemnity.
Virgin Experience Days Pamper Day and Champagne Lunch For 2
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1 reviewEscape the stresses of your hectic lifestyle and indulge in a full day of pure relaxation for two at one of a range of hotels and spas across the UK. Take the opportunity to spend the day relaxing with full use of your chosen venue's spa facilities and enjoy a delicious lunch including a glass of chilled champagne. So whether you fancy a rural retreat in the countryside, a modern city spa or a stunning castle hotel, you are sure to have a well deserved and indulgent experience.
What's included:
- Experience gift pack including voucher and message card.
- Use of Spa Facilities
- One course lunch
- Glass of chilled champagne each (Prosecco at some locations)
- Cancellation Indemnity
- Atholl Palace, Pitlochry
- Barnsdale Hall Hotel, Leicestershire
- Chevin Country Park, Leeds
- Eight Acres Hotel, Elgin
- Golf View Hotel & Spa, Nairn
- Hallmark Hotel, Bournemouth
- Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa, Pitlochry
- Loch Fyne Hotel, Argyll
- Oban Bay Hotel, Argyll & Bute
- The Montcalm Hotel, London
Restrictions: The experience is available throughout the year some venues may be weekday only so please check individual venue's availability when booking. Please note: Montcalm, a 3 month booking notice is required. Minimum age: 18 years. Your voucher is valid for 9 months from the date of issue. Kindly note: Vouchers may not be extended beyond their expiration date. Your voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.
Virgin Experience Days Super Car Choice
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18 reviewsGet behind the wheel of the car of your dreams with the Virgin Experience Super Car Thrill.
Pick from an amazing line-up of some of the world's sexiest cars:- Ferrari 360
- Porsche 911
- Aston Martin
- Lamborghini
- Audi R8
- Nissan GTR
- V8 Touring car
This would make the perfect gift for the petrol-head in your life - watch their eyes light up as they take control of one of these beautifully engineered cars.
Feel the power, torque and control in your own hands as you take to the track in one these thoroughbred performance cars for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The experience includes a welcome, introduction and a briefing on circuit driving techniques from a qualified instructor.
Once you've been out on the track, the event concludes with a debrief on how you've done and a certificate presentation to keep as a memento of an incredible day.
Key features:- Seven incredible super cars to chose from
- Locations: Northamptonshire, Leicestershire, Oxfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire and Lancashire
- Duration 60-90 minutes
Guidelines:- Height and weight restrictions apply (Minimum height: 5 foot 2 inch, maximum 6 foot. Maximum weight 17-18 stone)
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Participants must be in good health
- Vouchers valid for 10 months
- Full UK driving licence must be presented on the day - at some locations, this must have been held for at least 1-3 years
Virgin Experience Days Extended Flying Lesson
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0 reviewFeel the adrenalin rush as you take the controls of a light plane and soar across the sky! You get one-to-one training with a Civil Aviation Authority licensed instructor, and your flying time counts towards a Private Pilot's licence. This Extended option means you will be flying for a longer time and will have a more in-depth lesson. Your flying lesson starts with a briefing from your instructor before the flight. This will cover safety, and an introduction to some of the controls. Once in the plane, your flight starts from the time the engine turns over. You will be given headphones so that you can hear conversations between your instructor and air traffic control, and so that you can talk with your instructor. Once in the air, you will be able to take the controls but your pilot will generally land the plane and taxi back. Minimum age: 12 (under 18's need parental/guardian consent) - Minimum height: 4 ft 10 inch (147 cm) - Maximum height: 6 ft 4 inch (193 cm) - Maximum weight: 12 stone at County Down, 16 stone at Leeds, 14 to 18 stone at other locations - You should be in reasonable health and agile enough to climb into the aircraft. 40 locations across the UK and Southern Ireland.
Drive the fantastic New Audi R8 - 4.2 litre V8 Supercar. The R8 was built to take your breath away Audi leading designers have pushed the boundaries of racing technology, futuristic construction and luxury refinement to deliver this new masterpiece. Now drive it and you will see why the Audi R8 has a top-speed of 187 mph.
Key Features:
- Welcome introduction and briefing on circuit driving techniques by a fully trained racing instructor.
- 3-4 laps driving the Audi R8 Supercar.
- Presentation and de-brief of experience certificate.
- Experience gift pack including personalised gift voucher and message card.
- PA cover to a value of £50.000 plus cancellation indemnity.
- Minimum age:17 (under 18's need parental consent)
- Minimum height: 5'2"
- Maximum height: 6'6"
- Maximum weight: 16-18 stone depending on location.
- You must be in reasonable health.
- You must hold a full valid UK or European driving licence and must be able to drive manual transmissions.
- Experience content, equipment and restrictions may vary according to location.
Locations: Derbyshire- Donington, Lancashire - Wigan, Leicestershire - Prestwold Hall, North Yorkshire - Elvington, Northamptonshire - Corby, Northamptonshire- Silversone, Oxfordshire - Chippping Norton, Staffordshire- Seighford.
Virgin Experience Days Mini Pamper Day at Bannatynes Spa (2 for 1)
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36 reviewsFeeling jaded? Need to relax? Then what better way to let your cares and worries melt away than enjoying a proper pampering session at a Spa Day with a friend or loved one?
The Bannatyne Spa offers an environment in which to escape, relax and revitalise. The pool, spa, sauna and steam rooms refresh both body and mind, providing the perfect place to unwind from a stressful world.
With this package you can use all the fitness and leisure facilities as well as receiving a relaxing treatment. Fully trained professional staff will be on hand to help and guide you.
On arrival you will be greeted by a member of staff who will explain the range of facilities and services available to you. Take a relaxing dip in the pool, or unwind in the sauna or steam room before your treatments.
Enjoy a treatment each (approximately 25 minutes in total) from Swedish Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage or facial plus a scalp massage each. Please note that treatments available vary depending on location. Spend the rest of your time taking advantage of the fitness and leisure facilities available to you or simply take the opportunity to just relax.
Please Note: This experience is available Monday - Thursday only
Virgin Experience Days Ferrari Thrill at Brands Hatch
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1 reviewDriving a super sleek and powerful Ferrari at the world famous Brands Hatch Circuit is a dream come true with this experience. With six miles driving in the stunning Ferrari 360 supercar you'll be behind the wheel and handling the legendary corners with skill and powering down the straights with speed. Now it's your turn to take to the wheel and whizz around the famous bends. Welcome, introduction and briefing on circuit driving techniques by a fully trained racing instructor. Six miles driving a Ferrari. Presentation of experience certificate. Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card. Cancellation indemnity.
An iconic racing venue, Brands Hatch has been operating for over 80 years. In this time the circuit has witnessed countless legendary drivers, including Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart and Jenson Button, race and win. You'll be in the hot seat of a stunning Ferrari 360, built with power and an engine sound like a roar. It's light, agile, offers 400bhp through the rear wheels and its paddle-shift transmission is directly related to the gearbox in its F1 cars. Enjoy driving the six miles around the track with it's unique combination of dips, cambers, fearsome corners and hills.
- Kent - Brands Hatch