Time yourself as you practice. Going over 1 to 2 minutes per slide can bore your audience.  If you're taking longer, cut some information out. You do not want to talk fast to include all information, as this can make you difficult to understand. For accuracy, talk in your regular voice. Do not speak too fast or too slow. You want to make sure you can fit in all information talking at a normal rate. As you read through your presentation, be on the lookout for irrelevant information. There may be some facts that are interesting, but do they really illustrate the point? When looking for areas to trim down, cut information that does not speak to your theme. Are any facts extraneous? It's great to illustrate the effects of global warming, but do you really need five examples of environmental decay? Try to cut it down to two or three. It's a good idea to record yourself and then play the recording back. Listen to yourself talk to see what you need to work on.  You should sound enthusiastic when presenting. Talk without hesitance, and don't use filler words, like "um" or "uh." Don't jump between topics. Use your linking sentences, and say things like, "And this brings me to the following..." Watch the time. Make sure your presentation isn't going on for too long. Watch yourself give the presentation in a mirror so you can correct any distracting movements or gestures. It can be distracting if someone is reading from a script during a presentation. While a small index card with key points jotted down can help, you want to minimize your need for notes. Keep practicing until you can deliver your presentation smoothly without fumbling with your notes. Don’t read the information off of your visuals since it could affect your engagement between yourself and the audience.

Summary: Strive for 1 to 2 minutes of talking per slide. Keep your information relevant to the theme. Listen to yourself presenting. Practice until you have little need for your notes.


The reservoir is the large water container. It should have a removable top where it can easily be refilled.  Use lukewarm water. Don’t use water that is uncomfortably hot. Add a small cup of chlorhexidine mouthwash twice a week to create a sterile environment. Do not use salt water as you may block the pipes of the Waterpik. Choose the tip that works best for you. The options are the classic jet tip, the toothbrush tip, the plaque seeker tip, the orthodontic tip and the pik pocket tip. There should be a way to lock the tip in place, either by twisting it or pressing a button on the handle. Consult the product manual if necessary. Start with your back teeth. Hold the tip away from the teeth and gums rather than touching them directly.  Lean over the sink so you don’t splash water on your countertop. You can either start with the outside of the teeth or the inside, but make sure you spray every interdental area where a regular brush can't reach. There will be either an on-button or a dial that adjusts the water pressure. Start with the low pressure setting. Increase the water pressure as you go along to a rate that is comfortable. Go tooth by tooth to ensure you get everything. Aim for the top of the tooth, the baseline of the gum and the space between each tooth.  Trace both from behind your teeth and from the front. Essentially, you’ll be making four passes to reach the front and back of both and bottom rows. Hold the Waterpik for about two second over each tooth. The entire process should last for about two minutes but take your time to rinse if you feel like it. You should pour out any remaining water. Leaving stale water in the reservoir can cause bacteria to grow.

Summary: Fill the water reservoir. Select the right tip. Place the tip in the handle. Place the tip in your mouth. Turn on the unit. Follow your gum line. Empty the reservoir.


Tumble-dry your garment if the label contains a square with a circle inside of it. Think of the square with the circle in it as your dryer to help you remember what the symbol means. You can dry the garment as usual, without any special considerations.  If this symbol contains one dot, dry at a low temperature. If this symbol contains two dots, dry at a medium temperature. If this symbol contains three dots, dry at a high temperature. Do not tumble-dry your garment if the label contains a symbol of a dryer with an X through it. Using the dryer could damage your garment, so be sure to hang, line-dry, or lay the garment flat to dry. Look for other symbols on the label to help you decide which method is best. The symbol means “natural drying.” Do not use a clothes dryer or other method.  If the symbol contains a semi-circle connecting the two top corners, hang the garment on a clothes line to dry.  If the symbol contains one horizontal line in the middle of the square, the item should be dried flat.  If the symbol contains three vertical lines in the middle of the square, the item needs to be drip dried.  If the symbol contains two diagonal lines in the top left corner, the item should be dried in the shade.

Summary: Identify when to dry your clothes in the dryer. Identify when not to dry your clothes in the dryer. Air-dry your garment if the label contains a symbol of a square.


Mechanized roasters are a more expensive, yet extremely efficient, roasting option. These appliances work in the same way that the popcorn popper does--hot air is blown across the beans. However, these roasters result in a very even roast.
Summary: Consider the pros and cons. Finished.