Article: Begin by looking at samples of other brochures. This can be easily done online, but you can pay attention to brochures handed to you at business conferences as well. When browsing brochures, try to play the role of the customer and make note of the brochures that are most appealing. You may ask yourself a number of questions. Does this brochure look good? Does it tell me what I need to know? Does it catch my eye immediately? What works with this brochure, and what does not? On the other hand, ask why is this a bad brochure? There are a number of programs available to assist in designing brochures. QuarkXPress and Adobe InDesign are highly regarded, but there are many other desktop programs that will help to create a professional brochure. PagePlus is a less expensive alternative, for example. Web-based programs are also available, and these allow you to make a brochure without purchasing your own software. MyCreativeShop is a popular web-based choice.  Before purchasing expensive desktop software, be sure the program has a function for brochure design. Try experimenting with your new program. Learn its functions and spend time playing with the different features. Also, search the web for video tutorials for the program. Web-based design is a good alternative, but note that there typically charges for using a template, printing and shipping. A template is a mold that you can follow when you make your own professional brochure. Once you have your software or web-based program, begin to identify which template appeals to you and fits your business. Think back to when you were finding samples. The advantage of selecting a template is that it will allow you to plug your information into a brochure that you know will have the professional look you want.  You do not have to use a template, and can create your own for a personal touch if you chose. If you decide to use a template, you may want to avoid standard templates from brochure building programs that may be overused. Be sure to conduct a thorough search to find the best template for you.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Find some samples. Search for a quality software program or web-based creator. Consider if you want to use a template, and narrow down which template is for you.
Article: When your partner talks to you, make sure you are engaged and focused on them, and that they know you are focused on them. Some ways of doing this are:  Put down and close anything you are reading or looking at, and turn off the TV. Don't doodle, look at your watch or pick your nails. Watch your partner when they talk.  Repeat what they said. When they are done talking, start a sentence with something like "What I hear you saying is that ___________" and fill in a summary of what they've told you. If they agree that your summary is accurate, move on, if not ask them to clarify until you are sure you understand what they have said. Some signs that there might be more to what they're saying than the words are:  Tension in how they are standing or sitting (arms crossed is a good sign of anger and impatience) Any expression other than a neutral one on their face (if they are very excited, this is a request that you participate in their excitement and are excited for them, if they are sad, they will probably want sympathy) Touching their neck, ears and face is a sign of insecurity, probably means that they feel uncomfortable about what they are trying to tell you. People tend to jump to conclusions when they are angry and this can often mean that you hear something (often a criticism of you) that your partner isn't trying to say. If they are trying to explain something that you do that they don't like, remember that its in both of your best interests to understand what you are being told and respond. When something is bothering you, bring it up. If you feel like your partner is hiding something from you, ask about it. Keep the channels of communication wide open. It's important to be honest but kind. Some tips for making communication easier are:  Avoid saying things like "you always_____" or "You never_____" These are unlikely to be true, and will probably make your partner get defensive. Start sentences with "I feel like______." You're always right about your feelings, and this is a great way to make the other person NOT be defensive because you're not complaining about their behavior. Try to avoid "I feel like you____" This can be rephrased in a way that only uses "I." For example, rather than "I feel like you never do the dishes" say "I feel like I always do the dishes"  Don't interrupt. If you're not sure if your partner is finished talking, give them a few seconds of silence, and then ask if they are done. This is a really helpful tip to avoid tension building up in your relationship, and the fear that comes with the words 'we have to talk'. Schedule a time once a week, or once a month, to talk about any issues (big or small) in your relationship, and you will be less likely to have more difficulties that can make you break up. You can also schedule time during which you don't talk. If, for example, you're always very tired when you get home from work, agree that the first 15 mins (half an hour, two hours, or whatever) is going to be relaxation time during which you leave each other alone.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Listen. Pay attention to body language, watching for concealed emotions. Don't be defensive and don't jump to conclusions. Communicate. Schedule time to talk.