Gordon Ramsay The Food Perfectionist

Gordon Ramsay The Food Perfectionist Gordon Ramsay: Striving For Perfection In The Food And Hospitality Industry ChaptersChildhood and EducationMichelin Star ExperienceOther Gordon Ramsay RestaurantsGordon Ramsay: The Celebrity ChefOther Achievements And VenturesCooking With Gordon RamsayOther Top UK ChefsGordon Ramsay is a true  Top UK Chef Personality. But it is not just in his country of birth that he has found fame and recognition.His successful TV programme Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares has seen the celebrity chef jump across the Atlantic Ocean to the US, where he has played a pivotal role in helping to pick up some of the most catastrophically failing food businesses and getting them back to their glory days.His expertise as a restaurateur is therefore recognised internationally, which makes him a real treasure in British cooking history.While still a relatively young chef, Ramsay has achieved a lot in his culinary career. To find out more about the star chef starting out in the world of food, and what he went on to do, see below. GiovanniCooking Teacher 4.83 (12) £25/h1st lesson free!Dis cover all our tutors HalimaCooking Teacher £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HakimCooking Teacher 5.00 (5) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors VincenzoCooking Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GinellaCooking Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ArronCooking Teacher 5.00 (2) £9/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoshuaCooking Teacher 5.00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FlickCooking Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsChildhood and EducationGordon Ramsay was born to Scottish parents but grew up in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, where he first of all aspired to be a professional footballer. Unaware that he would find fame to the heights of his footballing heroes only decades later, Gordon was left devastated after an injury put an end to his dream of entering the world of sport.Gordon Ramsay initially wanted to be a footballer. Photo credit: JayD Photography on VisualHunt / CC BYThe young, eager Ramsay instead returned to college and chose to study towards a qualification in Hotel Management.It was clear to him, and his teachers, from the off that he was talented in the field of cuisine and it wasn't long before he naturally followed a path to training with some of the world's best chefs like Albert Roux, Marco Pierre White, Guy Savoy and Joël Robuchon. Little did he know that he too would be classed as a world-renowned, starred chef too soon!Michelin Star ExperienceGordon Ramsay had his first big break in 1993, when he became head chef at Aubergine in London. And, in just the space of three years, the restaurant was awarded two Michelin stars, a real credit to the rising star himself.When he hit his thirties, Gordon Ramsay decided that there was still so much he wanted to achieve in the culinary arts. As such, he set up his very own new restaurant, named after himself, which opened in 1998 and quickly rose to be as famous as its namesake. The food c learly didn't disappoint.Restaurant Gordon Ramsay received three Michelin stars, a prestigious accolade and a great reflection on the passion of the chef.This made Gordon Ramsay enter a very elite group of UK chefs having maintained three stars. But those three stars are not his only ones, he also has received one star to his name at his other London restaurant,  Pétrus, and a further one at each of the restaurants he runs in France: Le Pressoir d'Argent in Bordeaux and Gordon Ramsay au Trianon in Versailles.Other Gordon Ramsay RestaurantsAside from his prestigious, star-studded restaurants in the UK and in France, Gordon Ramsay has opened a number of other restaurants across the globe to add to his empire.Le Bordeaux Gordon Ramsay is located, as you might expect, in France, as is La Veranda. Meanwhile Ramsay has five restaurants in Las Vegas (one is in Caesar's Palace), one in Dubai, two in Qatar, two in Hong Kong and, finally, one in Singapore.Gordon Ramsay has restaurants in the UK and beyond like Las Vegas, for example. Photo credit: jimg944 on Visualhunt.comThis means that, almost wherever you are in the world, you aren't far from a signature Gordon Ramsay restaurant! I wonder how many establishments in the 50 best restaurants list are restaurants belonging to the genius himself...Closer to home, Gordon Ramsay Group has a number of locations across the capital city including London House, Bread Street Kitchen, Union Street Café, Maze, Maze Grill, Heddon Street Kitchen and two further Maze Grills. GiovanniCooking Teacher 4.83 (12) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HalimaCooking Teacher £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HakimCooking Teacher 5.00 (5) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors VincenzoCooking Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GinellaCooking Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ArronCooking Teacher 5.00 (2) £9/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoshuaCooking Teacher 5 .00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FlickCooking Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsGordon Ramsay: The Celebrity ChefAs previously mentioned, the last decade has seen Ramsay  become a TV sensation after filming a series of shows whereby he visits failing business and helps them to find success or invites celebrities into his kitchen to cook meals for his guests under his supervision.But while his knowledge on food is undeniable, it is ironically his bad language and temper that have got him the reputation he owns today as the straight-talking and foul-mouthed chef.If you have ever watched an episode of Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares, you will be all too familiar with his range of vocabulary, in which one word beginning with 'F' crops up rather frequently! Now that is language that can be understood, no matter where you live...Paying homage to his favourite word, Ramsay has also become the star of yet another cooking show called Gordon Ramsa y's The F Word. During this series, which aired in the UK and the US, people of all types and backgrounds (including other celebrities alongside ordinary families) come into the kitchen and prepare food for his customers.Other notable TV performances include Hell's Kitchen (yet another indication of his fiery personality), Masterchef, Masterchef Junior, Gordon's Great Escapes and many more.Chef Ramsay is a tough one to please in Hell's Kitchen. Photo credit: gordonramsaysubmissions on VisualHuntOther Achievements And VenturesGordon Ramsay has found success in other ventures besides his culinary skills. We already know that he was a great young athlete, and he has remained passionate about being a sportsman. As such, Ramsay takes part in a number of sporting activities like running and cycling.He has also successfully published bestselling books, including his autobiography.In 2006, the Queen recognised Ramsay's extensive contributions to the food service industry and awarded him an OBE, which spurred the chef onto set up the Gordon and Tana Ramsay Foundation several years later. This foundation works alongside charities that are important to the family and makes meaningful differences to them thanks to his pledges and donations.While it isn't an achievement, as such, Gordon Ramsay has four children and an ever-expanding pack of pets. Gordon Ramsay splits his time between his family home in South London (which he shares with Tana and the kids) and his place in Los Angeles.Cooking With Gordon RamsayIf you want to learn to cook like a pro, and you think that Gordon Ramsay is the ideal tutor for you, then you might be interested to know that the chef offers comprehensive cooking classes online.The Gordon Ramsay Masterclass includes 20 video lessons covering a range of cooking methods, and will give you the knowledge, expertise and confidence to cook like a chef at home in your own kitchen. What's more, you don't have to do any globe-trotting just to get a few mome nts alone with chef Ramsay!During the exclusive videos, Ramsay invites you into his personal kitchen and teaches you the techniques that have contributed to him owning six Michelin stars and being the world-renowned chef that he is today.But it is not only teaching you to cook that he focuses on during the clips, he also advises you on things like  how to buy the freshest ingredients, which products can be substituted with which, how to construct a dish and how to read a recipe.If you take a look at some of his cookbooks or recipes published on cooking websites, you might find Gordon Ramsay versions of beef wellington, steak and chips, braised beef casserole, roast pork, sticky toffee pudding, sausage and mash, prawn cocktail, pork belly, pies and more. No doubt all of the recipes on the menu will be packed full of flavour!Learn to cook like Gordon Ramsay with cooking lessons London  or cooking courses anywhere in the UK.Other Top UK ChefsIf you love all things cooking, take a look at more chefs who have found fame in the UK and beyond by visiting these blogs:  Mary Berry, Jamie Oliver,  Nigella Lawson

Math Fraction Help- Drive Your Panic Away with Math Fraction Help Online

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Common App vs. Universal College App Which Should You Use

Common App vs. Universal College App Which Should You Use As if you dont have enough decisions to make as a college applicant, you also need to decide which college application to use. Should you go with the Common Application or the Universal College Application (or apply directly through the university)? Both allow you to create a consolidated submission that contains your demographic information, extracurricular activities, grade point average, and other important information all in one place. Using either application can also save you time and prevent you from writing the same information over and over again. So what is the difference between the two, and which should you use? Consider the following factors when deciding between the Common Application and the Universal College Application. Number of colleges served by the Common App vs. the Universal College App Before you choose which type of application youd like to fill out, be sure to make a list of the schools you are applying to and check which application they accept. [RELATED: 5 Must-Do Steps Before Submitting Your College Application] The Common App is by far the more prevalent application, and can be used at more than 600 schools (many of which are private institutions). While both applications allow students to consolidate their application efforts into a single application, the common application does tend to have a more holistic view. This means the Common Application emphasizes factors beyond a students GPA, like extracurriculars, test scores, and experience. The Universal College Application is a much newer application, meaning that there are fewer schools that accept it. Currently, less than 50 colleges use this application, but this number does include Ivy League schools, including Cornell, Harvard, and Princeton, as well as other reputable private schools. Materials needed for the Common App and Universal College App Along with knowing which applications are accepted by the schools you are applying to, you should also take note of the materials required by the schools, as that could sway which application you want to use. [RELATED: 4 Tips to Manage the College Application Process] The Common App is known for looking at the qualifications of the entire applicant, meaning that supplemental items, like essays and letters of recommendation, are required for the application. The Common App only accepts colleges that share the same broad, holistic admissions process, while the Universal College Application accepts any school that is accredited and follows the National Association for College Admission Counselings ethical guidelines. If the schools you plan on applying to require letters of recommendation and personal essays, you may want to consider using the Common App, as it can streamline this process. However, there may be some items required by the college that are not included in the Common Application. A personal essay is not a required component of the Universal College App; however, many schools will end up requiring them anyway. If a personal essay is required by your prospective school, the UCA does not limit your topics to specific promptswhat each student chooses to write about is open-ended. If the school you are applying to accepts either application, and you have a great topic that you would like to write on or the school doesnt require an essay, you may want to consider using the Universal College Application. Other considerations when choosing between the Common App and Universal College App Each application has a few other bonus features that may be more enticing for applicants. The Common App, for example, has been around for much longer than the Universal College App, meaning that school counselors will have more experience using this type of application and may be in a better position to help you on the Common App if you have questions. [RELATED: The Myths and Truths About Supplemental Essays] On the other hand, the Universal College App opens a month earlier than the Common App, on July 1. If you are looking to get ahead on college applications, this may be a bonus for you. The Universal College App also allows students to link to online content, such as a blog, film project, or a website that youve created. Lastly, the Universal College App interface provides a lot of features that can benefit students, such as the ability to edit your submitted content and an auto-save tool. If you prefer the UCAs user interface, and your prospective schools accept it, consider using the Universal College Application in your admissions.

How to Improve Performance in High School College 5 Basic Strategies

How to Improve Performance in High School College 5 Basic Strategies Improving Academic Performance We are a tutoring company, and as such parents and students tend to seek us out when they realize some extra 1-1 help is needed to perform well in an academic class or on a standardized test. However, using a private tutor is just one way to improve your academic performance.In this article, we’ll explore other, perhaps sometimes obvious yet too often ignored or neglected, strategies to try before investing in private tutoring. There is no “magic” about the number five. In identifying five “basic” strategies, I am trying to highlight what you might call “foundational” things to try doing differently to get better grades or test scores. What follows are five strategies high school and college students (and their parents) should consider when trying to improve academic performance. #1 â€" Ensure you have an accurate, healthy and balanced perspective on intelligence and academic skill development and performance. Adopt a “growth” mindset. We regularly engage with students who try hard, do their homework, study for tests, etc., but still don’t perform very well in certain subjects. When you dig a little deeper, you learn they just think they aren’t wired for a certain class or school in general. They might use language like “I’m just not good at math” or “I’ve never liked reading” or “I’ve never done well in school” and it negatively impacts their motivation, focus, and ability to build new skills and learn new concepts.Putting aside actual medical issues like poor vision or hearing, ADHD (trouble concentrating) or dyslexia (trouble reading) that could lead to these types of statements, often the core issue is a mistaken view that intelligence and academic prowess are traits that you are either born with or not. But people are not, in fact, born as “good at math” or not. There is mounting scientific evidence that intelligence as most people would define it, and even under some very strict definitions, grows just like a muscle. The more you push yourself and practice, the “smarter” you become. Then, the easier certain subjects or classes will be for you. The student who seems like “a natural” often practices a lot behind the scenes or had parents who worked with him or her from an early age. It should be intuitive that if you think of being “smart” as reading or writing well, or knowing how to do math, that the more you practice these academic skills, the more skilled you’ll become. But there is even evidence that as you push yourself intellectually to learn new things, your physical brain changes, more connections between neurons are built, and that over time, even your raw IQ score can change. Another way to summarize this first strategy is to say you want to have a “growth mindset” which means you want to believe and act as if intelligence is something you build, not something you are given. A psychologist named Carol Dweckcoined the term, and has shown how some people have growth mindsets and others have “fixed,” (meaning you do believe in fixed traits and in being genetically wired to be good or bad at various activities). She has shown that academic, athletic, and musical success is linked to having a growth mindset. In other words, you aren’t born with talents, you build them. To summarize strategy number one, approach school with a growth mindset. That’s it. Over time, your grades and test scores, will likely improve. #2 â€" Focus on building “grit” as the key to academic success. Another scientist (a psychologist at the University of Pennsylvania) who operates in similar circles to Carol Dweck is Angela Duckworth. She developed and researches the concept of “grit,” which she has defined as “a distinct combination of passion, resilience, determination, and focus that allows a person to maintain the discipline and optimism to persevere in their goals even in the face of discomfort, rejection, and a lack of visible progress for years, or even decades. Duckworth’s scientific, statistically significant research shows that “grit” is a better indicator of academic success than IQ. You can measure your own grit here.So, to bring together strategies 1 and 2, the worst thought to have would be that you can’t succeed in a math class because you just aren’t a “math person.” It would be better to adopt a growth mindset and realize that it is certainly possible to build your math skills and develop math talents with practice. And, it would be even better to realize that the key to building those talents and achieve your goals is to have grit. Find ways to be interested in a topic, set goals, and be determined and resilient as you pursue them. This will drive your success in that math class, not some innate math talent you do or do not have. In sum, improve your performance in school by recognizing the importance of and building grit. #3 â€" Make sure you are sleeping, eating, and exercising enough. This strategy is a bit different than the first two, and perhaps a little more obvious once written or spoken. But that doesn’t mean the average parent or student is following it. Taking care of your physical and mental health can have a very real positive impact on mental health. There is scientific evidence that: Getting enough sleep is strongly correlated with academic success. If you are falling asleep in class or having trouble focusing or concentrating because of fatigue, you are ultimately going to have trouble learning. Memory and cognition improvements, as well as stress reduction, is linked to exercising regularly. Symptoms of ADHDand overall stress levels are reduced, while cognitive capacity and ability to focus are improved, through improved nutrition, particularly in adolescents. In sum, though it might seem basic, if you want to, or you want your child to, perform better in school, making sure you are taking care of your body is an important strategy. #4 â€" Approach school a little more strategically with a focus on goal setting and better high-level planning and prioritization. We’ve used the word strategy several times in this article already, but let’s stop and define the term. Strategyis about setting goals and making conscious choices about what you will or won’t do in pursuit of those goals.All too often businesses and individuals are influenced by their environment and starting point and somewhat aimlessly “go with the flow” instead of stepping back and behaving strategically to achieve their objectives. What would it mean for a student to “approach school a little more strategically with a focus on goal setting and better high-level planning and prioritization? It would involve: Thinking through, early in high school, what type of college you want to attend? Ivy league, or less selective state school? Or, early in college, thinking about what types of jobs you are likely to seek.Set a high-level goal or objective. Taking a perspective on what you want your GPA to be, given the answer to the first question, as well as what type of “resume” you must build. What GPA are you shooting for overall? How many activities, sports, etc. are you going to need to get involved in? Choose activities that you enjoy and that create a well-rounded student for future presentation to potential colleges, graduate schools, or employers. Make sure you are enrolled in classes that stretch your abilities but also give you a fighting chance of reaching your GPA goalswhile also taking part in many other activities. Don’t take calculus BC if calculus AB will suffice given your goals and situation. Don’t be stubborn andstruggle in a class that is more advanced than you can handle (assuming you are putting in the work to succeed). Assuming you are involved in a lot of different things, as many students are, recognize how important time management is. Plan your calendar out each week, allocate time for homework, think about big projects, quizzes, and tests days or weeks in advance and plan time to work on or prepare for them. Plan to complete things in advance at least a few days before they are due. Set a target grade for every specific class and write it down (or tell someone about it who you feel accountable towards.) In my experience, if you say to yourself that a B would be OK, though an A would be nice, and you don’t tell a soul, you’re likely to just get a B. But you might even “fail” to meet your internal goal and get a C if the you get a little unlucky or the class is particularly hard. However, if you tell a friend you’re aiming for an “A,” you’ll a) be more likely to actually get an Aand b) you’ve established a standard for performance that means if you fail, you’ll probably end up with at least a B instead of a C. Set specific, stretching, performance targets in each class. Prioritize and re-prioritize constantly. Strategy is very much about prioritizing time and energy in pursuit of goals. If your teacher assigns a lot of reading that takes hours, but specifically has told you that quizzes and tests are 90% driven by class notes and homework problems, it’s OK to skip 60 minutes of reading if you are strapped for time before a big test. Prioritize reviewing the class notes or homework problems you were assigned. Or, if you have an extra few days before a big project is due, but a big test tomorrow you aren’t prepared for, push back working on the project. In sum, as you work your way though school, ensure you have established goals and objectives, are intentional about how you spend your time, and prioritize constantly. #5 â€" Develop a relationship with your teacher. Go in for extra help whenever you need it. Share rough drafts for feedback. Although getting help from your teacher for free may reduce the need for support from a tutoring company, we would be remiss if we did not remind our students that their teachers are a powerful resource. Many students find teachers hard to understand, unrelatable, awkward, or unreasonable in their expectations around homework, quizzes, projects, and tests. But in fact, leveraging your teacher to get better grades is an extremely under-utilized strategy for doing well in school. There are three major elements to this. First, in many classes, teachers are grading papers somewhat subjectively. If you attend all the classes, participate, and go in for extra help when you need it, they will notice your positive attitude and interest in succeeding, and will want to reward you. Second, if you are struggling with a concept, going in for extra help will, obviously, help you better understand it. And finally, many teachers, within reason, will review early drafts of projects or papers for you and give feedback. If they have provided you with feedback that you have implemented, your chances of getting a good grade improve drastically (i.e., you are literally implementing the advice provided by the same person who will be doing the grading. It’s hard to go wrong here). So, use your teacher as a resource to succeed, not a barrier to overcome. In Conclusion A basic five-pronged approach can lead to better grades and test scores: Adopt a growth mindset about how intelligence works Demonstrate grit in pursuit of goals Take care of your body through better nutrition and more sleep and exercise Approach school more strategically Cultivate a positive relationship with and ask for help from your teacher

2013 PSAT scores have been released!

2013 PSAT scores have been released! By now, most juniors should have received their 2013 PSAT results from their schools. If you’re not sure how to read your score report, here’s how it works: you have three scores, one for critical reading, one for math, and one for writing. Those scores are added together to give you a composite score. To get your approximate SAT score, just add a zero onto the end of each score. Now, compare that approximate SAT score to average scores at your colleges of choice. If you want to improve your PSAT score and get a better result on the SAT, you’re in the right place!AJ Tutoring has a fantastic individualized SAT preparation program. We pair you one-on-one with a tutor at our Woodside, Palo Alto, Los Altos, Menlo Park, Saratoga, Los Gatos, or San Jose offices. Over the course of 9 sessions, you’ll learn everything there is to know about test-taking strategies, what’s actually on the SAT, and how to best prepare for the big day.If you’re planning to take the March 8, 2014 SAT, there’s no time to waste! With only 10 weeks left before the test, there’s still time to prepare, but the AJ Tutoring team is starting to fill up. If you’d like to start tutoring for the March 2014 SAT, give us a call at (650) 331-3251, or email info@ajtutoring.com.If, on the other hand, you haven’t thought about the SAT since you got those PSAT results back, now’s the time to start planning. You should have a full round of tests (SAT, ACT, SAT subject tests) done by the end of junior year, so you can retake the tests senior year if necessary. We would be happy to help you develop a testing plan that makes the most sense with your schedule â€" give us a call at (650) 331-3251 to discuss!

6 ways to get ready for moving abroad

6 ways to get ready for moving abroad Are you about to move abroad and feeling a little overwhelmed? I’ve been in the same boat! Living and teaching overseas for the first time is an exciting but daunting experience. There are so many things to consider, so we’ve compiled a list of the Top 6 things to do before going overseas:1. Do your reading. Arriving in a new country, ready to explore and open to anything that might come your way, can be an amazing experience. You have no idea what adventures are waiting for you! Realistically, though, most people will want to prepare for their travels, especially if they are moving to a country for a year or more. Research by using travel books, online travel blogs, and maps to help you get ready to depart. You’ll want at least a basic familiarity with the country’s culture and services â€" not to mention, it’s a great way to get excited and put yourself in a travel mindset!2. Keep everyone in the loop.  Make sure you contact your bank to let them know you will be using yo ur cards in another country. If you are traveling overseas for an extended period of time, you’ll want to consider getting your mail re-directed, or changing to electronic copies to ensure you keep up-to-date with mail from home.3. Get your health check. Traveling can be physically demanding, so a visit to your doctor is a great idea to ensure that you’re in good health before setting off. If you’re moving abroad to teach, a health check is usually required before you can obtain a visa. You might also need to determine if your new destination requires any vaccinations prior to arrival. And if you need to travel with medication, you’ll need to check as to whether you can bring your medication into your destination country. Will you be able to purchase it there if needed? Embassy websites will usually have useful links where you can find out what’s permitted to bring, and what’s available in the country.4. Copy your documents. It’s always wise to make both printed and el ectronic copies of your essential documents. Have a list of essential travel documents to keep in your carry-on, and make sure to leave a copy with family members at home in case of emergency. · Your passport · Airline tickets · Emergency contact numbers · Travel itinerary · Birth Certificate · Driver’s Licence · Vaccination and Relevant Health Records · Marriage Licence (if applicable) Teachers should also make copies of professional documents: · Resume · Teaching certifications · Degrees · Reference letters. Even if your employment is already organized prior to your departure, you never know when copies of these documents might come in handy. Keep your important information at easy reach by emailing electronic copies to your account, or having them on a USB.5. Stay in touch. You’ll want to make sure that your loved ones can contact you while you are traveling abroad, and vice versa. Share your travel experiences with everyone, and keep in touch with what is happeni ng at home. You can set up a free Skype account, and encourage your friends and family to do the same.6. Enjoy! Enjoy the trip and be grateful for all experiences, even the ones you struggle with at the time. I can’t say it better than Eleanor Roosevelt: “The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.”Bon Voyage!

5 Reasons to Hire a Los Angeles Tutor this Summer

5 Reasons to Hire a Los Angeles Tutor this Summer 5 Reasons to Hire a Private Los Angeles Tutor this Summer Summer is already in full swing and kids are enjoying a lot of time outdoors in the sunshine playing with family and friends. The four walls of the classroom are the farthest thing from their minds but, doing academics over the summer can be very helpful for some young students. Some students were falling behind during the school year while others may have lofty goals when it comes to applying to college. Whether students need to catch up or get ahead, working with a tutor over the summer can provide some benefits that make life easier now and in the future our private Los Angeles summer tutors are here to help you catch up and stay ahead over break. 1.   Work at your own pace One of the great things about working with a private tutor, during the summer or anytime, is that it allows students to work at their own pace without feeling rushed or having to wait for other kids in the class to catch up. Although summer school can be helpful, students will have to follow the pace set by the course provider that helps the majority of students who fall somewhere in the middle. On the other hand, some students just need help with one important aspect of learning, or they might need extensive help in every subject. When working with a private tutor, students can play a more active role in their supplemental education and talk about what learning strategies have worked for them in the past. 2. Focus on one subject Working with a private tutor also allows the students to work on just the one subject they need to improve. For instance, maybe they were struggling with algebra during the school year but excelled in both English and science. When working with a one-on-one tutor, students can study algebra until they feel 100% confident that they will be ready for the school year this fall and spend the rest of their summer enjoying the outdoors (READ: Five Educational Activities For Your Kid this Summer). 3. Study in the comfort of your own home Each student is different; some excel in a classroom environment while others prefer to tackle academic challenges in the comfort of their own home. Students who are a little bit shy and have trouble asking for help in the classroom can learn efficiently with the help of a one-on-one tutor. Additionally, students who are working on stressful subjects like SAT prep or college applications may feel a lot more relaxed in the peace of their home environment. Most private tutors will drive to the student’s home to make it easy and convenient for both the learner and their parents. 4. Tackle test prep Its a challenge for students to squeeze in their test prep in addition to every other subject theyre required to learn during the school year. Summer provides an excellent opportunity for students to get this difficult yet necessary task out of the way so they can achieve their best score when they take their SAT or ACT in the fall. Doing test prep over the summer with a private tutor also makes it easier for students to focus on their regular classroom subjects during the year because test prep won’t be taking up their free time. 5. Make up for lost time Students who missed out for one reason or another during the school year will benefit from having a private tutor to help with academics over the summer. Some children lose a few days of school to illness or may have fallen behind because they didnt understand the building blocks of a particular subject or topic. Being a little bit behind can become more and more of a problem as students get older so utilizing the summer to catch up is one of the best opportunities to stay at grade level and be successful in the long run. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

7 Ways To Prepare For Your First Year In Business School

7 Ways To Prepare For Your First Year In Business School Image via pixabay.com 1. Connect. If you’re just about to head off to business school, you may feel tempted to cut all your ties and start anew. After all, this is a new chapter in your life, right? Well, maybe, but networking is a concept constantly emphasized while in business school. There’s no need to start that process completely over. Connect or reconnect with professors and alumni you knew in the past. If they’ve gone to business school themselves, they can help you understand what you need to do before business school and what it will be like during. These are invaluable resources because they’ve already been there and done that. 2. Do a self-assessment. Optimizing your strengths in business school is the key to success. You may not have all the typical qualities a good business student has, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be just as successful. However, in order to capitalize on your strengths, you need to know them. Go out of your way to find out more about yourself and your leadership style in general. A trusty Myers-Briggs may be in order, or you can splurge on the Gallup Strengths Finder. Both, or any other tests you find, will help you better utilize the assets you already have to leverage your way to the top. 3. Prepare for recruiting. Something that most schools do when all the students arrive in the fall is hold large recruiting fairs with companies to provide various opportunities like internships, part-time work, co-ops, and even full-time jobs. The competition for these spots will probably be fierce, so it is beneficial to prepare ahead of time so your CV isn’t being made at the last minute. Look through your credentials, update your CV and resume, your LinkedIn, and any other professional contacts you may have. Practice a respectable and unique greeting for when you meet these professionals. You’ll be much more likely to create a lasting impression and score some huge opportunities if you’re prepared. 4. Don’t expect to know everything. You may have flourished in your previous years in school, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll do just as well in a competitive business school. The standards will be higher and you will work harder than you ever have before. You’ll probably flounder just a bit at first getting adjusted to the rigorous life that is business school. If you let every mistake or misstep get you down, this isn’t going to help you learn and do better. Recognize ahead of time that you’re going to make mistakes and learn from them as you do. This will only help you grow into a better and stronger student. 5. Review what you do know. However, knowing you’ll make some mistakes doesn’t mean you should make all of them. A lot of mistakes can be prevented by simply remembering what you already know. So much time can be wasted trying to relearn old information which can mean you’ll start lagging behind or get overwhelmed by the amount of work you have to do at once. Most firsthand accounts of first year business school students say that most of the work is quantitative and methodical. It is likely just learning calculations and other similar things. But if you know and remember most of them, you’ll already be ahead of the game. 6. Attend an orientation. Most business schools will also host some sort of orientation for their new students before the semester starts. However, students that already have previous schooling may forego these because they think they’ve already adjusted. However, most new business school students will compare the first semester of business school to be as disorienting as living in another country. Everything is different. When you’re starting, if you aren’t acclimated, you’re going to spend a lot of your time just trying to figure basic things out instead of really learning. Attend the orientation to get a head start. 7. Just ask. Honestly, if you’re having any questions or qualms about business school, just ask the university. Even during the summer they’ll have at least a few advisers or professors on hand to answer some questions. They’re also the most likely to give you detailed and specific information about the university that you couldn’t really find out otherwise. You may not like calling or contacting people you don’t know, but the payoff may be worth it. Hopefully you’ve found some ideas you feel comfortable and confident to carry out before your first year. Whatever you do, don’t forget to go in with an open mind, ready to learn and to absorb everything business school has to offer you. Learn more about Kaplan’s test prep options and start building the confidence you need for Test Day.