Article: For this method, you only need a flashlight and a plunger (you can buy a smaller one specifically made for sinks at any hardware store but a thoroughly cleaned toilet plunger works just as well). This step is crucial otherwise you will just be plunging the stopper up and down rather than forcing up the clog. Use your hands to pull the sink stopper up as far as it will go out of the drain. Then turn it to the left and continue unscrewing until it comes out. You want to fill the sink with some water but just enough to cover the drain. An inch or so of water should be just fine. Place the plunger directly over the drain and press down once until you feel rubber bottom tighten into a seal. You may have to stand on a chair to make sure you are positioned directly over the sink. Using the handle of the plunger, plunge vigorously up and down about 10-20 times. Make sure that the plunger is tightly sealed around the drain, creating suction, so that the plunger is actually forcing the blockage through. Shine a flashlight into the drain to check for the blockage. If you can see it and can reach with your fingers and pull it out, do so. If not, repeat the steps until the clog comes out.
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Gather your tools. Remove the sink stopper. Turn the sink on. Create a suction seal. Plunge. Remove the plunger and check for the blockage.
Article: You should begin building your work experience as soon as possible. Even graduates with excellent grades are expected to have some experience in the field before employers will hire them. Internships are a great way to do that. Most IT schools will have connections to internship programs, or you can find them via an online search. A well-trained graduate should be able to break into the field fairly easily. Joining an IT department for approximately 2 to 5 years will give you excellent knowledge about security threats and business structure.  Some examples of entry-level IT jobs include IT Assistant, IT Specialist, IT Engineer Intern, Information Security Engineer, and Junior System Administrator. You do not need to gain a job in IT security right away. Other jobs, like network administrator, are excellent stepping stones for a computer security career. If you want to get a job in the IT field, you’ll need to spend some time preparing for your interview. Think about why you want to get a job in this field and come up with a concise answer. Be prepared to discuss your previous work experience and specific skills that will help you excel in the job position. Make sure to prepare a résumé that is tailored specifically for an IT job. Highlight any training certifications, technology classes, or experience in a related field. Like most computer-based fields, there are a number of fraudulent and short-lived companies. Make sure you do your research to avoid these companies, which could mar your resume to prospective clients.  Some common signs of fraudulent or risky IT companies include only being operational for a short period of time, evidence that the company operated under a different name previously, or high internal employee turnover. When gaining experience in the field, try to choose companies with a good reputation in the industry that have been around for several years.
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Seek a computer security internship while you are still in college. Apply for an entry-level IT job. Prepare for your interview. Vet your IT jobs well.
Article: If your initial agreement didn't have a strict due date, then you will have to make that determination on your own. Decide how much you trust the person to pay without you directly asking.  Take the amount owed into consideration. A small debt may not be worth pursuing right away, while a larger debt might take some time to collect. If you are owed money in the course of a business transaction, ask for it as soon as possible. Waiting on the debt will only make it harder to collect. Once you have passed that date, make a request for the money. At this stage, all you want to do is make sure that the debtor is aware that their debt hasn’t been paid. Sometimes people just forget, and a friendly reminder is all they need. More formally, this is called an "inquiry contact."  Don't demand payment, instead offer a reminder ("Do you remember the money you owe me?") that allows the debtor to save face. Include all relevant information when asking about the debt. You should be prepared to provide the amount given, when you received the last payment, the amount owed, any payment arrangements you are willing to accept, contact information for you, and a clear due date. If you are dealing with a company or client, it can be helpful to make this inquiry in the form of a letter. This gives you a paper trail if the situation escalates. For a due date, 10 to 20 days from the date the debtor receives a letter can be a good timeframe. It is in the foreseeable future but not close enough that the debtor feels panicked. It may not be worth it to you to wait for the full amount. If the amount is small, or you do not believe the person will be able to pay, consider letting them provide something else in return. Providing a service or other favors will work if that arrangement is acceptable to you. If this is the case, be clear about the offer and collect as quickly as possible. Don't be too quick to bargain, as this may send the message that the debt can be negotiated down, or that the debtor can take even more time. These are called "demand contacts." If the debtor does not respond to your request, you should be more direct. Make sure it is clear that you expect immediate payment or a definite commitment to payment, and provide clear instructions for making that payment.  Your language here should be more direct, and show some urgency. Phrases like "You need to pay now," or "We need to come to an arrangement now" let the debtor know you are serious, and you are not willing to negotiate further. Include clear consequences for not paying. Let the debtor know what you plan to do if you do not receive proper payment on time, and be prepared to follow through. If you don't receive any payment resulting from the demand contact, then chances are that the debtor either doesn’t have the money or just doesn't feel like paying. It’s your job to make them prioritize you through multiple contacts by phone, letter, e-mail, or in person, so that they decide to pay you before they pay someone else (or head for the hills). Hiring a third party to conduct your claim lets the debtor know you are serious, and can free you up from the hassle of contact and arranging payment. Collection agencies will charge as much as 50% of the payment for their services, so you need to decide if the partial payment is better than nothing. If the payment for a collection agency is too steep, you may consider skipping this step, and going to small claims court. If you are collecting your own debts, there are certain practices that may be illegal in your state. There is a federal law that may apply to you if you could be considered a debt collector under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. In all likelihood, you will not be subject to that law but you will still need to comply with the laws of your state. While each state's laws will differ, you should generally stay away from the following tactics:  Calling at unreasonable hours; Adding additional fees; Purposely delaying collection in order to add more fees; Telling the debtor's employer about the debt; Lying about the debt owed; Making false threats to the debtor.
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Determine at what point you don't believe you will receive payment without asking. Inquire politely about the money. Decide if you will accept alternate forms of payment. Be more forceful in your payment requests. Continue escalating the rigor of your collection activities. Hire a collection agency. Know what you cannot do.