INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Even if the employee is remote, you may be able to bring them in for training. This is usually the fastest and most effective training option for remote employees who live close to an office or branch. If they live far away, however, it may not be possible. Phone calls and video conferences provide a personal touch to training and can help clarify important details for the job. Weekly chats will allow you to monitor the employee’s progress while still giving them the flexibility to do their job.  Video conference calls work best for remote employees who are involved in strategy and marketing for a business, as it allows you to discuss plans and ideas with them freely. If you and the employee are in different time zones, make sure that you choose a time that is convenient for both of you. Some great video conferencing software includes Skype, Zoom, or Slack. For companies that require collaboration or frequent communication between employees, instant messaging can be the most convenient option. This allows employees to talk and communicate in real-time.  If your remote employee has any questions during training, they can reach out to you using the platform and get a quick response. Furthermore, instant messaging will allow you to send them quick feedback and messages regarding their work. Some great free services that you can use for your business include Slack, Skype, Google+ Hangouts, and Spark. Instant messaging may not be the best choice if your remote employee is working at different hours than the rest of the team. Email is a great option if the remote employee is working different hours, lives in a different time zone, or sets their own schedule. Send notes, training materials, links, and attachments easily over email. Make sure that the employee understands how quickly they should respond to emails.

SUMMARY: Ask them to come into the office for training if possible. Set up conference calls for personalized training. Use an instant messaging service to answer questions quickly. Send emails if the employee works on their own schedule.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When making and using these recipes, keep in mind that homemade Mod Podge is not the same as store-bought Mod Podge. There are several differences between the two, and this section will address them. Store-bought Mod Podge can be very expensive, so it is no surprise that many crafters attempt to make their own recipes out of materials many of them already have at home. It is possible to make Mod Podge out of completely edible and non-toxic materials, such as flour. Unfortunately, this also makes the final product perishable. You must store it in a cool place and use it within a week or two, or else it will expire and begin to rot.

SUMMARY: Know that homemade Mod Podge is not the same as store-bought Mod Podge. Keep in mind that homemade Mod Podge costs less than Store-bought Mod Podge. Understand that flour-based Mod Podge is perishable.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can skip this step if you want to create a brand new message. If you want to respond to an existing message in the Messages column for any linked account, click the message to open the typing area, enter your message (and attach a photo or video clip if desired), and then click Reply to send it. If you don't see the Messages column for the account you want to use, click the +, select New Column, and select the Messages column type. Click the user's profile icon and select Add column to view that inbox. If you want to create a brand new Direct Message, you'll click this blue-and-white icon at the top-left corner of the TweetDeck page. The New Tweet column will slide out to the right of the feather icon. It's the last button on the New Tweet column. This changes the column from "New Tweet" to "New Message." Each linked account's profile icon appears at the top of the New Message column. Click the photo of the account you'd like the message to come from. Start typing a name or username into the field and TweetDeck will display matching results. Click the recipient's account when you see it. You can add additional recipients if you'd like. Just click the white space next to the recipient and start typing another name. This goes into the "Message" box and can be up to 280 characters. If you'd like to attach a photo, click Add image below the typing area, select a file, and then click Open. It's below the typing area. The message will be sent to the selected recipient(s).

SUMMARY: Click a Direct Message to send a reply. Click the feather icon to create a new message. Click the Direct Message button. Select an account to use. Enter the recipient's username into the "To" field. Type your message. Click the Send message button.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Ask someone you trust to come with you when you get the shot. Having someone you know with you could provide you with a confidence boost. Ask them to hold your hand tightly during the procedure. Tell your doctor or nurse that you are scared. Talking about your fear can let that person know to treat you with extra care. He or she might even be able to talk you through it and offer you tips to help you relax and keep things in perspective.  If you would like to donate blood you might find it less scary if you tell the person drawing your blood that he or she has one chance to get it right. Doing this can help you feel more in control of the situation. Many people focus on getting the shot, but taking your mind off of the injection by, among other things, looking the other way, can help allay your fears. Strike up a conversation with someone else in the room, be it the doctor, the nurse, or the family member or friend who has accompanied you. Research has found that doctors who talked to trauma patients about something other than the trauma itself were able to significantly reduce the patient's anxiety levels.  Concentrate on something else in the room. Try rearranging the letters of a sign to make as many new words as you can.  Play a game on your phone, listen to some soft music, or read a book or magazine You might find that lying down or having your legs elevated while you receive and injections can help to ease your fear and symptoms. Lying with your head down and feet slightly elevated will lessen the chances of fainting. Even after the injection stay prone for a while, and don't try to jump up and run out. Take your time and listen to what the doctor or nurse is telling you. When you are lying down, place one hand on your stomach and concentrate on your breathing. Tensing up during the injection will make it hurt more later.  Relax your arms, shoulder, and jaw.  Look away, focus on your breathing, and take deep breaths. Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. When the shot is about to be administered, take a deep breath and slowly count down from ten before breathing out. By the time you get to zero the procedure will be done!

SUMMARY:
Bring a friend or family member along. Express your fear. Distract yourself. Position your body correctly. Try to relax.