Problem: Article: Another great way to demonstrate how interested in you are in someone is to demonstrate an active interest in learning more about that person. Ask anything you can think of as long as you avoid questions that might make him or her uncomfortable.  Ask your crush how his or her day was. Ask about family, friends, dreams, interests—there are a wide range of topics when you really stop to think about it. If a certain topic makes him or her obviously uncomfortable, drop it. It may have been an innocent question at first, and most people will forgive you for accidentally stumbling onto one of their landmines. If you persistently drag that topic up afterward, though, you can make yourself into a nuisance and a bully quickly. This can be a bit tricky since there is a fine line between teasing gently and teasing mercilessly, but if you pull it off, it can have a lot of impact. Playfully tease your crush about unimportant things, like being late or having bed hair. Never tease about points of insecurity, though. You may not want to tell this person how you feel in direct terms, but you should drop some pretty obvious hints from time to time to let him or her know that you really do like being around them.  Tell him or her flat out that you enjoyed the time you spent together. Try something simple like, "I had a great time talking with you tonight. We should do it again soon." This might seem fairly blunt, but unless you spit it out, the other party might find ways of doubting your reactions. Leave no room for such doubts.  Master the art of casual compliments. Let the object of your affections know how stunning they look today or sigh in amazement when they solve a difficult problem. Show how much they impress you. This can be difficult, of course, since inside jokes are usually things that happen naturally. Once you have something that counts, though, bring it up frequently. Doing so shows just how much you value that bit of connection between the two of you. There is something intrinsically appealing about hearing your own name being called, and the other person is likely to appreciate it if you make an effort to say his or her name several times during your conversations. You should also consider coming up with a nickname. Nicknames express a special sort of connection between two people, especially if you use a nickname that no one else uses with that person. Once you settle on a nickname, make sure to actually use it. Make a habit of turning to this person for advice or helpful opinions whenever you have a choice to make. By asking for advice, you can demonstrate that you are interested in what this person thinks. Ask for advice on everything from movie recommendations to solving disputes you have at work or with other friends. You should balance both serious and lighthearted matters.
Summary: Ask questions. Tease. Drop hints. Get an inside joke. Say the other person's name. Ask for his or her opinion.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Apply the cream to a small area of skin and wait for a few minutes. If your skin has an adverse reaction, such as itching and redness, try a different brand of depilatory cream. If no such reaction occurs, continue. Depilatory creams can be found at most drug stores and beauty product stores. Your stomach needs to free of oils and lotion before you start. Dry your stomach off after washing. Make sure your stomach is free of cuts before continuing. Apply generously and evenly across the whole affected area of your stomach. Use the spatula provided with the cream to dab the cream into the skin. Wait the recommended amount of time before continuing. Typically it takes about 15 minutes for the cream to do its job, but it varies depending on the type of cream you use. Use the spatula provided with the cream to remove the cream. Scrape it off in downwards motions. Rinse your stomach with warm water to remove the rest of the cream, then dry off with a towel.

SUMMARY: Do a patch test. Wash your stomach. Apply the cream. Remove the cream and rinse.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You have little hope of gaining authority if you don't believe in yourself. If you constantly second-guess yourself, you will not seem authoritative to anyone. If you hear your voice in your head telling you that you can't do it, don't listen to these  internal negative messages. Believe that you can do anything and those around you will begin to notice your confidence.  Even if you get negative feedback at work, remember how sure and capable you feel about your job requirements. Don't let anyone make you doubt yourself. It is also helpful to be well-informed about your job, your position, and how you fit within the company. Know your place and show your coworkers and bosses that you can do what is required of you. When you go to work, dress to impress but don't go over the top. Figure out what is respectable for your particular position and work from there. Don't look like a carbon copy of everyone around you, however. Dress for success, but also remember to follow your own style, and feel confident in what you wear. The better you look and feel, the more authoritative you will appear. For example, don't show up to work in wrinkled jeans and a t-shirt where people in authority positions wear nice suits and dress clothes every day. Dress for the position and environment you are in. When you are new at a job or position, or if you are just trying to gain more authority in your current position, make sure you know what responsibilities you have. Be clear about what your job description is and what is expected of you. If you are in a managerial position, make sure you move projects forward, look after your fellow employees, and resolve problems that arise that you are responsible for. When you make these decisions, make them with confidence. Don't second-guess yourself; you have the right to make choices. As long as you are clear about what your job entails, you can exert as much authority as your position will allow, if you are confident in your actions. One of the main ways to lose authority in the workplace is to act as if you are the most important person in the room. Even if your job description says you are higher up in the company than everyone else, don't act like it. Try to positively influence the workflow of those around you without seeming self-important. Strive to always be mindful of how your job relates to those around you. This doesn't mean you should act as if you are not relevant. There is a balance between acting confident and in charge and acting self-important; expecting everyone to bow down to you and your authority. This will likely make your coworkers and employees lose respect and faith in your abilities. Whether it is with your boss, coworkers, or employees. When you interact with anyone at work, be on your best behavior. Don't make inappropriate comments or make anyone feel uncomfortable with your interactions. Put your best foot forward. You can't do this if you aren't mindful of your interactions with others. Make sure your projects, reports, or other work documents look as professional as possible. These presentations are how you interact most with your coworkers and bosses, so make sure they are clean and well designed. This is true of e-mails as well. In the current workplace, you will likely interact with your coworkers through e-mail and other electronic communication on a daily basis. Make sure you are respectful as well as neat and grammatically correct in your messages. This will make you seem more confident and authoritative. There are times when you will be called on to help with a problem at work. Instead of being timid about a solution or worrying about overstepping your bounds, learn to speak up. If you think you have a solution to a problem, express it to those around you. They can be coworkers, employees, or bosses. Try coming up with alternate solutions to problems. If there is a problem that is an "either/or" issue, try to make it a "this and that" solution.
Summary:
Be confident in yourself. Dress for success. Be confident of your own authority. Don't appear self-important. Make a good impression. Learn to speak up.