Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Sort through your pile. Store objects you're unsure about. Replace objects on the desk. Clean your desk regularly.

Answer: Now you have a clean desk and a large pile of things that came off of it. Begin going through the pile from the top down. Don’t skip over anything. As you sort, remove junk and trash. Separate important things that will eventually go on shelves on in drawers.  Do whatever needs to be done with each object immediately if you can. If a paper needs to be shredded, or a knick-knack needs to be dusted, do it now. Don’t wait until later. If it will take more than two minutes to deal with an object (for example, if the paper shredder is in another building, or you’d need to go buy a duster) place the object on your “to do” list. Objects that will go back on the desk can go into a new pile. Objects that are trash go in the trash. Objects you’re not sure about can go in a third pile. Take the pile of objects that aren't trash but that don't belong on your desk and put them in a box or a drawer. Store that container in a basement, a closet, or somewhere else. After a month, six months, or a year, you can go through that container. If you haven't used something from it, throw it away. The chances that you'll ever use it are very slim. Take each object from the first pile and place it on your desk or on a shelf. Use the labels you’ve created or use another organizational system. Put each item back on the desk, one thing at a time.  Try to avoid having a lot of visual distractions at your desk. Limit the amount of decoration at your desk so that you can still focus. Books are best kept off your desk if possible. Have an accessible shelf where you can keep the books you need regularly. The more frequently you clean your desk, the easier it will be each time. At the end of each day, look at your desk and tidy it up. Throw away any trash and file away any stray papers or pieces of a project.  By cleaning your desk off at the end of each workday, you ensure that you’ll come into a clean and usable workplace the next day. Designate one day per week or month to really clean your desk thoroughly, depending on how quickly it gets messy or disorganized.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Add ground flaxseed to yogurt or smoothies. Bake with flaxseed. Make egg replacements. Add one or two spoonfuls into chili, spaghetti sauce, stew, or gravy. Add flaxseed to commonly used condiments. Make flax peanut butter cereal. Add to drinks. Purchase items made with flaxseed.

Answer: One tablespoon of ground flax will fulfill the daily omega-3 requirements and does not alter the flavor very much of the yogurt or smoothie. This will also add fiber to your yogurt or smoothie. The fiber in flaxseed has positive benefits for the elimination of waste from the body. Flaxseed goes well in baked goods at small or larger amounts. It imparts a toasted nut flavor that matches well in sweet or savory baked goods. Some popular baked uses of flaxseed are in breads or muffins. It has a good heat stability so all the nutrients are available after the baking process and is a good way to get extra fiber in a baked item without affecting texture and taste dramatically. Because of its high oil content, flaxseed can replace oil in baking recipes. Use one cup of milled flaxseed to replace 1/3 cup of oil (3:1 substitution ratio). Flaxseed can be used to make vegan egg replacements for baking. Combine 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal and 2.5-3 tablespoons water and allow it to sit for five minutes. This mixture can replace one egg in baking recipes. "Flax eggs" do not work equally well in all recipes, but it is good for fluffy baked goods such as pancakes, quick breads, brownies, muffins, and cookies. Flax eggs may produce slightly gummier or chewier baked goods. The deep toasty flavor of flaxseed goes well in rich stews and sauces. Ground flaxseed blends well in mayonnaise, mustard and ketchup. Flaxseed also goes great in salad dressings and as a salad topping. You will not need to add very much (1 tablespoon or less will suffice). Grind about 1/4 cup of flax seed in coffee grinder. Add 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon and two tablespoons peanut butter. Add hot water to the flaxseed/cinnamon/PB mixture and stir. This makes a nice warm cereal. You could also add 1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds and 1/4 cup raw sliced almonds, each ground separately, to the flax seed mixture, and increase the cinnamon to about 1/2 teaspoon. Using smaller amounts throughout the day in whatever you are drinking will give just as much, without the thickness from one larger dose.  Mix a little into coffee. Stir well, and put in a travel mug for people who don't want to see the flax floating in it and they won't notice. Stir a little into juice and drink up. Many ready to eat foods can be found with flaxseed already added. These foods include cereal, cereal bars, muffins and breads. There can be some drawbacks to this method of adding flaxseed to your diet. These drawbacks are you do not know how much flaxseed you are actually getting and many processed foods have lots of added sugar and sodium. If you do purchase items made with flaxseed it is helpful to read the label; the higher an item is in the ingredient list, the more of that ingredient in the food.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Search online for open positions. Inquire about positions at your local auto dealer. Dress business casual for the interview. Act friendly and sociable during the interview. Include all sales experience on your resume. Follow up after the interview.

Answer: Some car dealerships will post open salesperson positions on their website or through online job boards. Look for positions at car dealerships in your area. Check online job sites like Monster.com, Indeed.com, and Workpolis.com. Go into your local auto dealership and see if they have any openings for salespeople. Present yourself in a positive way by being friendly and sociable to the staff. Dress professionally and have a copy of your resume ready so you can give it to the staff if needed. Often, going into the auto dealership and inquiring about a job can show the staff that you have confidence, a key aspect of being a successful car salesperson. If you get called back for a formal interview, wear clothing that is business appropriate, such as formal pants, a blazer, and a collared shirt. You can also wear a tie for an added level of professionalism. Make sure you wear shoes that are business casual, such as leather loafers or heels. Do not wear sneakers to the interview, as this is considered too casual. Smile and greet the person interviewing you. Maintain eye contact with the person interviewing you. Keep your body relaxed, with your arms in your lap or at your sides. Act confident and excited to be at the interview. Talk to the interviewer in a professional, friendly manner. This will help them get a sense of your personality and whether you would make a good salesperson. Make sure your resume tells the interviewer that you have experience in sales, even if it is minor or in a different industry. Include any business courses you have taken as well. Have a copy of your resume on hand during the interview so you can give to the potential employer. End the interview with a handshake and a sign off like “Thank you for your time” or “I look forward to hearing from you.” Then, email or call the dealership within the next five to seven days to follow up on your interview. Tell them you appreciate their consideration and you want to know if they can inform you of the status of your application. Following up is good practice, as it reminds the employer of your application and shows them you want the position.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Write your own obituary. Compose personal letters to family and friends. Make a packet for your relatives.

Answer:
This can be a difficult task even for those people close to you, so it is helpful to at least start the process off. You can create an outline stating the major points that you would like covered. Or, you can write out an entire draft and provide a list of the places that you would like it sent to. It is always a nice gesture to write a few, quick words (or even a more lengthy note) to those people closest to you. These letters can be designed to be opened right after your death, as opposed to the weeks it may take to process your will and related effects. Be honest and sincere in these letters and use them as an opportunity to say an extended good-bye. It is a good idea to update these letters every so often. You can ask your lawyer to hold onto them for you or you can give this task to someone you trust. Go through all of your documents and notes and make copies. Give one copy to your attorney and a few others to family members who you trust. This will allow them to act on your preferences without delay. Many funeral homes will also file your plans away for you, usually free-of-charge.  Avoid putting your only plan copy into a safe deposit box as it could be difficult for your family members to access it quickly. The same goes for a will, which can be read days after a funeral.  The Funeral Consumers Alliance has a funeral planner available for purchase ($15) as well. You can use this binder to contain and carry all of your assorted paperwork too. Some companies also offer funeral planning via a website subscription, such as My Wonderful Life.