Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Network, network, network. Develop a strong brand. Ask network contacts to refer you to investors. Acquire investors.

Answer: Attend trade and industry shows in your field and talk with exhibitors. Join relevant professional associations. Build a strong social network with other entrepreneurs, both online (using social media and professional sites like Linkedin) and in person.  Attending networking events such as local fairs hosted by your chamber of commerce is a great way to connect with other entrepreneurs  in your area. These connections can provide you with support, ideas, and opportunities. Be generous to others. Don’t consider networking with other entrepreneurs only in terms of what they can give you. If you offer advice, ideas, and support to others, they will be more likely to want to help you as well. Nobody likes to feel exploited. Pay attention to others’ ideas. Even if you’re in direct competition with someone, you can probably still learn from them. You can learn from others’ mistakes as well as their successes, but only if you listen to them. You need to be able to effectively communicate your business to others in person and online, and that means having a strong brand presence. Professional-looking business cards, a website, and social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, etc.) that provide information about your business in an attractive, cohesive way will help show that you’re serious about your venture. It will also give people the opportunity to look you up and learn more about you.  Look at the websites and branding of some successful companies. See what they have in common, what they do that’s interesting, and try to emulate that formula with your own brand. (Never steal or copy someone else’s intellectual property, though.) Consider starting a professional blog, especially if you are in a service field. This can be an excellent way to show off your experience and ideas and help investors and customers get to know you. Chances are, you know someone who knows someone who’s looking for something to invest in. Many investors won’t consider “blind submissions” (business plans sent without invitation) but are happy to hear a pitch from an entrepreneur recommended by someone they already know and trust. Remember to return this favor whenever possible. People are more likely to want to help you if they feel that you will help them when and if you can. Goodwill is essential for an entrepreneur to have. Pitch your idea to any potential investor to get money to start your company. The type of business you’re starting will help determine who wants to invest in it. Networking is an excellent way to hear about investing tips and opportunities.  Keep in mind that venture capitalists (often referred to in the business world as “VCs”) are focused on two things: how much money investing in your business will make them, and how soon that profit will happen. While hundreds of thousands of businesses are started every year, only about 500 a year get VCs as investors.  If you are providing a professional service, such as consulting, accounting, law, or medicine, consider forming a partnership with someone who is already established in that profession. Someone who is familiar with your field (and your knowledge of it) may be more likely to invest in your success. Starting small and pleasing a small number of customers at first is a high-probability way to get there. If you can get your business started without spending a lot of money, that might be your best route.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Mix your potassium nitrate (60 g) with sugar (40 g). Let the mixture cook. Stir in baking soda.

Answer: Put this mixture into a saucepan and warm it over low heat. If you don’t have capability of measuring in grams, use tablespoons. This would be 3 tablespoons of potassium nitrate and 2 tablespoons (29.6 ml) of sugar. Be careful when mixing chemicals. Always take proper precautions. Continuously stir the mixture over low heat. Let it cook until it caramelizes and browns. This will take less than 15 minutes so keep a constant watch over your mixture. Once again, take proper precautions when cooking the mixture. Do not walk away from it. After you remove the mixture from the heat, stir a rounded teaspoon of baking soda into the saucepan. This measurement doesn’t have to be exact. Baking soda can cause a chemical reaction, be careful when mixing it into your mixture.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Clean clothing regularly. Store clothing in airtight containers. Expose loose clothing to heat once a month. Brush out clothing to remove larvae.

Answer: A proper cleaning after usage removes stains that the moths seek. Wash all clothing, including your synthetics. Empty the pockets of lint. Remove sweat, perfume, and drink stains through your normal washing routine. Heat dry the clothing in a machine dryer to kill off any eggs or larvae present on the clothing. Don't starch your clothing before storage. It'll be food for the moths. Moths cannot get into plastic boxes or bags that are sealed, no matter how stained the clothing. Storing clean clothing in these containers is a great way to protect clothing without depending on toxic mothballs. You may see some people swear by cedar scents or chests. The scents don't work, and the chests only work because they function as sealed containers. Once or twice a month, take out clothing not sealed in containers. Set them in a dryer and put them through a drying cycle. Otherwise, allow them to be exposed to the sun for a few hours. The heat neutralizes moth eggs. After exposing the clothing to heat once or twice a month, jostle free any existing insects. Give the clothing a good, hard shake. Alternatively, pass a brush over all sides of the clothing to remove any hidden eggs and larvae.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Bring up the accomplishment. Say "congratulations" with a smile. Mention your feelings on the subject. Try to make it heartfelt.

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Don't skirt around the issue when there's something to celebrate! Mention the reason that congratulations are in order right off the bat. If you want, you can tell the person how you heard the news. This will set the right tone and make it easier to say the right words and share in the person's excitement. Here are a few ways to bring it up:  Craig, I heard the big news that you're engaged! How wonderful! Celine, your father told me that you scored more points than anyone else on the team this season. Lola, I just saw your Facebook post. I am so excited to hear that you're having a baby! Marcus, we just heard the great news that you were promoted to senior manager. After stating the achievement, express your congratulations with a winning smile. The expression on your face is pretty important, because if you say congratulations with a serious look on your face, the person will probably think you aren't actually all that happy for him or her.  If you're congratulating a close friend or relative, you can give the person a hug, too. If you're worried your facial expression won't come off the way you want it to, you might try practicing in the mirror at home before you see the person.  Your tone of voice matters, too. When you say "congratulations," sound excited - not flat. If it's appropriate, you can follow up the word "congratulations" with an expression of how you feel. For example, you could say that you've enjoyed watching the person work toward his or her goal, or simply say "I'm really happy for you." Be as expressive as you want, keeping in mind that your tone of voice will really make a difference.  Another way you could follow your initial expression of congratulations is by asking some questions about the accomplishment. If your friend is having a baby, for instance, you could ask about the due date, or ask if there's any way you can help out in the coming months. If you're expressing congratulations in a professional setting, especially to your boss or manager, it's fine to be a bit more private after you've expressed congratulations. Stick with the usual customs of your workplace; if people are generally friendly and effusive, say as much as you want. If you work in a traditional corporate environment, you may not want to go overboard. No matter why you're congratulating someone, try to make your words and actions as genuine as possible. Of course, there are moments when it's necessary to congratulate someone when you're not feeling particularly happy for them, and in those cases you just have to fake it as well as you can. But try to remember that you'll have your turn in the spotlight at some point, and there's nothing wrong with celebrating someone else and trying your best to emanate positive vibes instead of nursing jealous thoughts. If you feel forced to congratulate someone when you really aren't happy for them, it might be best to send a note instead of congratulating him or her in person. You might not be able to control your facial expressions face to face. The person could be left feeling deflated, or wondering whether you're jealous.