Problem: Article: Even though you might think it's a good idea to wear that holiday sweater ironically, or because grandma will be hurt if you don't, holiday sweaters just don't look good on anyone. Really the only reason you should be wearing a holiday sweater is if you're attending a holiday sweater party or an ugly sweater party. This one can be hard to follow because it's pretty hard to tell which sweaters are going to pill. There are, however, a few things you can look for to make it less likely that you pick a sweater that's going to pill after a couple wearings.  Check the material of a particular sweater. Merino wool, for example, tends to be stronger and less likely to pill that a fussy, fine-gauge cashmere. You should also pay attention to the length of the fiber used in the sweater, especially when it comes to natural, raw materials like cashmere. Longer fibers can be wound into tighter yarn, which makes it less like that the ends will come loose (which causes pilling). A good thing to do is let a sweater "rest" for 24 hours before wearing it again, because this lets the fibers rest from the stretching that happens when it's being worn. Stick to the sweaters that look good on you, ones that you feel confident wearing. Not everyone looks good in turtleneck sweaters, or a cropped top, or an over-sized sweater.  Try to avoid just following the "fashion trends" in terms of sweaters. For example, shrugs are not in these days, so hopping on that bandwagon will mean you're now stuck with a bunch of sweaters that you're probably not going to wear. Be careful with color, as well. That lovely mustard color might look good on the mannequin, but that doesn't mean it's necessarily going to look good on you (not that many people can pull of any version of yellow). Tying your sweater around your neck (especially if it's a pastel, button down sweater) is going to make you look like you're off to the country or yacht club. Unless that's the look you're after it's best to stay away from it.
Summary: Avoid holiday sweaters. Try to stay away from sweaters that turn into a pilled mess. Pick the right sweaters for you. Avoid the country club look.

Problem: Article: BMX bike models are all slightly different, and will require different tools depending on the style and manufacturer. Some of the tools you many need to assemble your bike include:  A three-eighths inch (9.525mm) socket with wrench extension Sockets in 19mm (three-quarter inch), 17mm (0.686-0.669/eleven-sixteenths inch) 15mm (0.591-0.625/five-eighths inch) Allen wrenches in 4mm (0.15748 inch), 5mm (0.19685 inch), 6mm (0.23622 inch), 8mm (0.31496 inch)  Open-end wrench in 15mm (0.591 inch) or an adjustable wrench Wire cutters or scissors Grease Phillips and flat-blade screwdriver Box cutter or knife Air pump Hammer and rubber mallet PVC pipe or old headset cup Using the box cutter or knife, carefully cut the tape or cut the box. Remove all the parts from the box. Cut any zip ties that may be fastening parts together, and remove foam or cardboard that’s wrapped around parts. Lay the parts out on a flat surface so that you can see each one. Use the instructions as a reference if you are assembling a new bike. Inspect the parts for damage. While most bikes have the same basic components, different manufacturers will ship their bikes in different stages of assembly. Depending on how much pre-assembly has been done, your parts may include the:  Bike frame Saddle (the seat) and seat post Handlebars and grips Front fork (the Y-shaped part that attaches to the front wheels and handlebars) Front brakes, rear brakes, and cables Reflectors Front and rear wheel assemblies and tires Chain Peddles Additional box or bag of small parts and hardware Most BMX bikes come pre-assembled with the back wheel and front forks already attached to the frame. If you just bought your bike and are assembling it for the first time, skip forward to the appropriate section depending on how much pre-assembly has already been done on your bike.
Summary: Assemble your tools. Remove the bike from the box. Ensure all your parts are there. Determine what assembly is required.

Problem: Article: Many speeches only present two or three main points. First, define these main points. Then, spend the majority of the time diving into details, providing additional facts, and convincing the audience of your main points. Separating your speech into sections not only makes it easier to follow, but also makes it easier to remember! Storytelling is a great way to remember something because every story has a beginning, a middle, and an end. If you lose your place, knowing the “story” of your speech can help you find it again! If possible, turn your entire speech into one story, and tell yourself you’ll be telling this story to the audience. For example, if your speech is about diabetes, see if you can frame your speech so you follow a day in the life of someone with diabetes. If that doesn’t fit your structure, try telling the life story of someone who got diagnosed, started treatment, and now lives with diabetes daily. Trying to memorize your speech word-for-word in a short period of time is nearly impossible! If you don’t have much time, focus on memorizing facts, and organizing those facts into a logical flow. Once you get up onstage, transform those facts into sentences.  For example, if you’re giving a speech about flight patterns over the United States, memorize how many planes are in the air at any given time, what the largest airports are, and how much money the top 5 airlines make per year. Organize your memorized facts into a logical chronology, but don’t worry about memorizing the exact sentence you need to say in order to present your information. If your speech topic contains many sub-topics, try associating each category of information with a single word or phrase. Then, when you get to a part of your speech, or if someone in the audience asks you a question, use that word to remember the relevant facts and information! For example, if you’re giving a speech about the species in the Everglades National Park, organize your facts into various categories depending on the animal species. That way, when someone in the audience asks you about birds of prey in the Everglades, you can recall the relevant information quickly and present it smoothly. Give your speech to yourself in front of a mirror at least once before you present it to the public. This can help you notice if anything doesn’t make sense or flow logically, and it can also help you start developing the hand gestures and posture you’ll use during the speech. You might be nervous about giving a speech because you keep imagining something going wrong. If that’s the case, work through what you might do if something did go wrong. Walk through how you might give your speech without your PowerPoint, or how you might find your train of thought if you lose it. For example, if you’re worried that you’ll lose your train of thought, spend some time running over your speech structure. That way, if you do actually lose your train of thought while giving your speech, you’ll know what comes next, and you’ll be able to get back on track!
Summary:
Separate your speech into sections. Turn your speech into a story. Memorize facts if you don’t have much time to prepare. Organize your information into categories if you have to give a speech about a wide variety of topics. Practice in front of a mirror to smooth out any kinks. Create a contingency plan.