Problem: Article: Ginseng root has been shown to speed up metabolism and boost energy. Panax ginseng, in particular, has been proven to aid weight loss. Purchase ginseng root at an international market, or buy pre-packaged ginseng tea or supplements are your local health food store.  Chop about 2-3 grams of ginseng root for each cup of tea. Add chopped ginseng to your mug. Cover with boiling water. Step for five minutes, then strain the roots. You may reuse the same 2-3 grams of ginseng root for another cup of tea. Although parsley is most often viewed as a garnish, this small green herb contains several health benefits. Specifically, parsley improves the metabolism of the liver, which aids digestion and metabolism overall.  Add chopped parsley to roasted vegetables. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top of soups, potatoes, or meat. Although garlic is technically a vegetable, it is often categorized alongside herbs. In addition to being naturally anti-inflammatory and antibiotic, garlic also helps to burn fat.  Add a few cloves of garlic to a green smoothie, or juice garlic with fruits and vegetables. Add minced garlic to stir-fries, rice dishes, or roasted veggies. Add raw minced garlic to homemade salad dressing. This green, pine needle-like herb contains carnosic acid. Carnosic acid has been shown to limit weight gain and stabilize blood sugar levels.  Bake sweet potatoes with olive oil, rosemary, and salt. Add rosemary to lentil stew. Use rosemary and olive oil to marinade chicken.
Summary: Brew ginseng tea. Chop parsley. Mince garlic. Add rosemary.

Problem: Article: Red dresses are a fairly versatile outfit, so a variety of shoes can match with them. Make sure to pick shoes in a matching similar shade of red, or in a neutral color like black or white.  If you want high heels, you can wear kicks, wedges, or stilettos with a red dress. This can work well for more formal occasions. These may work well for a more formal occasion, like a cocktail party, or for a fun night out. If you want something more casual, flats, sandals, or even flip-flops can pair with a red dress. These would work for a more casual social event or for every day wear around your office. Red and white can be a stunning and somewhat preppy color combination. When choosing accessories, consider the red/white pairing, especially for warmer months where lighter colors are in style.  You can wear something like a white blazer or cardigan over your red dress. Try white jewelry. A v-neck red dress may look great with a string of white pearls. Try a white scarf or hat with a red dress if going for an outdoor event. Black, gold, and silver are shades traditionally paired with red. This can be stunning for a more formal occasion. It can also work great if lighter colors, like white, are not in style for the season.  Solid metal jewelry can go great with a red dress. For example, try gold studs in your ears or a silver bracelet with a red dress. You can incorporate black tights with a red dress, or something like a black blazer or cardigan. Some dresses work well with a belt around the middle. Try wearing a gold, silver, or black belt with your red dress. As a general rule, your lipstick should match your dress when you're dressed in red. Try to find a lipstick that is more or less the same color as your red dress. An exact match may not be possible but try to find a close approximation of your dress's shade. However, if you're doing bold makeup elsewhere, such as your eyes, a neutral lipstick is preferred. A bold colored dress and bold makeup elsewhere may be overpowering when paired with bright red lipstick. Remember, red is a bold color. If you're wearing a red dress, you want to tone down your makeup. Go for natural shades of eye shadow and minimize use of mascara and eyeliner. You should also only add a light layer of things like foundation, concealer, and bronzer. Red dresses can be great at formal parties. At these events, however, do not over accessorize as this can look tacky or gaudy. Stick to one or two classy accessories and let the dress be the main draw of your outfit.  For example, wear an elegant red evening gown with a gold chain necklace and gold stud earrings. You can also try something like a nice watch or bracelet. Try a belt or scarf as an accessory if you're not into jewelry.
Summary: Select the proper footwear for the occasion. Pair red with white accessories. Opt for gold, black, and silver. Pick a lipstick to match. Keep your makeup simple. Minimize accessories at formal events.

Problem: Article: Most record labels sign artists from a wide array of styles, so it’s important to be familiar with different genres of music. Expose yourself to music from all genres and eras so you’re familiar with the history of music and the current trends. This will make it easier to impress the industry professionals you meet. For instance, listen to rock, alternative, rap, R&B, and country. Learn to distinguish between sub-genres, as well. For instance, folk rock, classic rock, and hard rock are all different sub-genres. with industry professionals at concerts and events. Socializing with other people in the music industry is the best way to build a career in music. Talk to people when you’re at concerts and events so you can get advice and learn about job opportunities. Be professional as you network in case you meet a potential employer.  For instance, let’s say you’re at a small concert. Go talk to the people working the merchandise table and the person who’s mixing the sound board. Additionally, see if they can introduce you to others. When you go to festivals, talk to the event staff. Try to get to know the band managers, techs, and roadies. Go to album release parties to meet the public relations team. Treat every task like it’s your dream job. Do your best work, and try to impress the person who hired you. This will earn you a good reputation that will help you get a better job opportunity later.  Treat unpaid work like it’s a full-time job so that your supervisor sees what you’re capable of doing. Act like your internship, temp work, and entry-level work are an audition for the job you want. Going above and beyond expectations will show people that you’re really serious about working in the industry. Prove that you’re a dedicated worker by taking on additional work. In addition to impressing others, you’ll also be building your resume.  Track any extra tasks that you do so you can add them to your resume. Don’t wait until someone asks you to do extra work. Let people know that you’re willing to step up if anything needs to be done. While many record label jobs involve working in an office, you’ll still need to attend networking events and concerts. Make yourself available to work extra hours and a varied schedule. This will show the label that you’re willing to be there when they need you. For example, be willing to work nights and weekends when there's an event or networking opportunity.
Summary:
Be able to discuss a variety of music genres and artists. Network Be a hardworking and reliable employee when you get work. Volunteer to do extra work and attend events if the opportunity arises. Keep a flexible schedule so you're there when the label needs you.