Mettler says he was soon encouraged to start looking for work elsewhere.
In public schools, English-speaking children are encouraged to start learning French in kindergarten.
Patients are encouraged to start with topical treatments in the form of gels, creams or skin washes.
Newbies are encouraged to start with basic moves like push-ups, pull-ups and free-standing squats.
Memphis now styles itself as the "city of second chances" a place where failed entrepreneurs are encouraged to start again.
"I've been encouraged to start going down [to] the front of the stage when we play live.
Emin's cousin has been encouraged to start an organic farm and Emin now lets out two bedrooms.
The timing couldn't be more ideal for juniors, who are often encouraged to start thinking about their college application essays before senior year begins.
Some people have suggested that the unemployed be encouraged to start their own businesses, and entrepreneurship is one valid option for some.
At Equinox, trainers are encouraged to start a conversation with members about their fitness routine, said Geralyn Coopersmith, a senior manager at the fitness club chain.
Ms. Jeffries, an engineer who grew up in Miami, said she was encouraged to start the internship program because of surprising similarities between the education and business worlds.
