Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Use a professional subject line that clearly states your request. Include your written request in the body of the email. Attach a list of accomplishments and your resume or CV. Attach a list of due dates and where to send the letter.

Answer: Let the professor know up front that you are requesting a letter of recommendation. This tells them your email is timely and lets them know what to expect from your email. Your subject line might read, “Request for a letter of recommendation for graduate school.” This makes it easy for your professor to read your request. Don’t put the request in an attachment, which makes it harder for your professor to open and read it. No matter how well your professor knows you, it’s unlikely they’ll remember everything about you. Your professor will be able to write a better letter if they have a list of your achievements, work history, and educational background in front of them. Attaching them to your request allows your professor to review them along with your request. You might also attach samples of your work and a draft of your application essay. This will help your professor tailor your letter to your application. Sending in your letter will be easier if your professor knows exactly when the letter is due and where to send it. Provide the address for a written letter or the digital link for an electronic letter.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Brand your business with a slogan and logo. Create a business card. Create a flyer. Use direct mail. Contact your local Small Business Development Center Business (SBDC) Advisor.

Answer: Your logo and slogan go hand in hand. A slogan works best when it is accompanied by a logo. Your logo should be clear and easy for your audience to understand. Your slogan should be once sentence or less.  Have another person review your logo to see if it makes sense. If it takes a long time to understand it or figure out what it is, you need to change it. If you are trying to convey that you are trustworthy and reliable your slogan might be “A clean you can trust.” If you are trying to convey the versatility of the services you offer, you may say, “No mess is too small” or “There’s not any mess we can’t handle.” Your business card should appeal to your target audience and reflect your personal style. You may take a look at other cleaning professionals to see what cards are standard for your industry. No matter what design you choose, your business card should have the following information:  Your name Title of company Address Phone number E-mail address Website Your flyer should be brief, eye-catching, and to the point. Draw your customers in with a catchy headline (e.g. No time to clean? Let us take care of it!). Focus on the information that your customers need to know such as the benefits of your business, any special promotions, why your business is better than the competition, and your contact information.  If you do not want to create a flyer from scratch, there are many templates available online. Remember to appeal to your target audience. Use a font that is easy to read and speak directly to your customers by using the word "you" in your flyer. If you plan to contact higher income families, you may post flyers in high-income neighborhoods with small children. If you are looking for busy adults, you may post your residential cleaning services in the business district. Direct mail is good for targeting a certain neighborhood or geographic area. You can either mail out advertisements yourself or use a direct mail advertising company.  The United States Postal Service has a direct mail delivery service that allows you to choose an area based on demographic data. This is a more affordable than going through a company.  A postcard is best. Present an offer, coupon, or incentive to use the services. You may say, "Mention this postcard and receive 10% off your next appointment." Keep track of the number of customers you receive based on this method. You may decide to discontinue or keep using it depending on how successful it is. You may also use flyers for direct mail, but they will be more expensive. Your local SBDC offers free research and advisory services. This gives you access to local market and demographic research reports that are specific to your business. Visit the SBDC website to find your local office.  This is a great tool to use so you do not have to conduct a ton of market research on your own. The SBDC can also provide information about other suppliers in your area.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Prepare your poses. Be expressive. Be prepared to hold each pose for a specified amount of time. Put together a "modeling bag. Prepare your body.

Answer: Nude art models are typically expected to strike four basic poses during their sessions.   These are standing, seated, reclining, and semi-reclining or prone. The standing pose requires you to stand in a variety of ways with your arms, legs, hands, and feet engaged in various ways. You might have props to hold or have to hold a particular facial expression. The reclining pose will typically require you to lie down on your back on a sofa or couch in a comfortable position. The semi-reclining pose will require you to lie down on your stomach while lifting your chest, as you would do to read a magazine at the beach. These are the four basic poses, but there is a variety of movements and gestures that you can make when you hold them. It is important to note that when in a standing pose, not to let your knees lockout (doing so may cause you to pass out). Draw on any personal experience to think of poses that are interesting or inspiring. Any physical activity may be a source of good poses.  A good model must be able to be expressive from the bottoms of their feet to the tips of their fingers. Art is dynamic and your poses should be as well!   Many models are inspired by the poses depicted in classical works of art. Yoga poses are often used because they engage the muscles in interesting and dynamic ways. Different kinds of poses can be held for short or long periods. It is best to be prepared to hold still for a long time.   The time required for a pose can be described by any of the following three terms: gestures, short poses, and long poses. Gestures are poses lasting less than three minutes. Short poses last three to twenty minutes, and long poses which are held in multiple 20 minute intervals with a short break in between. The latter is generally the norm for painting and sculpture; drawing classes will require a number of shorter poses. Any class may begin with a few gestures as a "warm-up". If you're in the middle of a long pose and need to move, someone will use tape to mark the position of your body. Just ask, "Can someone please tape me?" " You should come prepared to your modeling session so you don't need to trouble the artist by asking for anything and maintain your professionalism.  The most important thing you need to bring is a robe so you can wear it between poses or to use the bathroom. You should also bring a towel or blanket to sit on for hygienic reasons. Bring slippers or sandals to slip in and out of quickly on breaks. You might also want to have water or snacks with you. Always bring a date book and pen (or your phone) for booking future sessions. You will want to be clean and look natural.   Before you leave for your session, shower and apply lotion to soothe dry skin, which could cause you discomfort while posing. Wear minimal jewelry unless otherwise requested. You shouldn't put in a ton of hairspray or wear make up unless requested. You should look as natural as possible.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Prepare the mint leaves. Beat the egg white in a small bowl until it turns frothy. Brush the egg white mixture onto the mint leaves as thinly as possible. Coat both sides of the mint leaves with sugar. Transfer the leaves onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Wait 24  hours for the leaves to dry, and don't cover the leaves while they are drying. Use the leaves.

Answer:
Pull the leaves off the stalk, and be sure to leave the stems. This will make them easier to handle, and you can always trim the stems off at the end. Rinse the mint leaves in cool water and gently pat them dry with a paper towel. If you are planning on using these leaves to decorate a cake, choose ones that look nice. Don't use any bruised or torn leaves. You can do this using a fork or a small whisk. If you are worried about Salmonella, use pasteurized egg whites or dried egg whites instead. If you are going to use powdered egg whites, mix them with about 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of water first. Make sure that both sides are evenly coated, or the sugar won't stick. If the mixture is too runny after you have brushed it on, wait 1 minute before proceeding. This will allow the egg white to solidify a little. You can do this simply by tossing them in a bowl of sugar, or holding them by the stems and sprinkling sugar over them. You can also spread them out, cover them with sugar, flip them over, and cover them with more sugar. Make sure that the leaves are not touching or overlapping, or they will stick together when they dry. Once the leaves are dry, you can store them in an airtight container or use them as a garnish. You can eat them as a treat, or use them to garnish drinks, pastries, cakes, or even ice cream.