As a general rule, the scion seed, which is selected for its fruit, should be planted earlier than the rootstock seed, selected for other qualities such as disease resistance. You can plant at more precise times if you know the growing rate of each variety. Plant in small containers. For this method, you will need to attach the two plants while each is still attached to its own roots, so they need to be able to reach each other without being transplanted. The first leaves to emerge from a seedling are small seed leaves that do not look like the leaves of an adult plant. After one or two of these have grown, a true leaf with a noticeably different shape will grow. When both plants are at this stage, they are ready to be grafted together. You'll have the highest chance of success if the stems of each plant are almost the same diameter and height, although it's not absolutely vital for this method. You should cut approximately halfway through the stem, with a sharp downward cut, between a 30º and 60º angle. Choose a point on the stem below the seed leaf. Always use a sanitized razor blade and wear latex gloves. This reduces the chance of infection to the plant. Because the cut requires precision, an ordinary sharp knife does not work as well for this method. Again, choose a point below the seed leaf and cut approximately halfway through the plant. The cut you make should be angled upward so the two cuts can easily be joined together. Hook the upper "tongue" of the scion plant into the wedge created by the cut in the rootstock plant. Secure the joint with a grafting clip or by wrapping it in lead tape. Labeling each plant at this point is a great idea, especially if the varieties look similar. If you get them confused in the next step, you could end up removing the best part of each plant instead of the worst. Unlike the top grafting method, you do not need to place your new hybrid plant in a special healing chamber, since each plant is still able to transport water from its own roots to its leaves. Keeping them in greenhouse conditions appropriate to the species is still a good idea, especially if you are growing a large number of plants. If the plant looks healthy and isn't wilting by now, the graft is probably going to be a success. You can cut off the top of the rootstock plant above the join. Use a sanitized razor blade, as before. Keep an eye on the plant's health. If the cut appears healed and the leaves are full and not wilted, you can cut off the scion's lower half, below the join. This is typically done a week after the graft, at the same time you remove the top of the rootstock. If the plant looks slow to recover, you may wait an additional few days to be safe. Now that the cuts have healed and you've successfully joined the two plants, you may remove the clip or tape holding them together. Continue to care for your plant as you would an ordinary, un-grafted plant of the rootstock's variety.
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One-sentence summary -- Plant the scion seed 5–7 days before the rootstock seed. Prepare to graft when both plants have their first true leaf. Use a clean razor blade to make a downward cut partly through the rootstock. Make an upward cut at a matching angle partly through the scion stem. Hook the two plants together at the cut and fasten. Wait until the cuts have fully healed together. Remove the top of the rootstock plant after about seven days. Remove the scion's roots. Remove the clip or tape.


It’s amazing how much space we free up in our brains just by having a workspace free of visual distractions. If there’s a pile of papers begging to be organized, or dirty dishes scattered around, it’s going to be more difficult to focus on the task at hand. Try to keep your desk (or other work area) free of everything but current projects and whatever items you use every day. Make sure to keep your files organized into folders, rather that splattered all over your screen, and bookmark websites you use frequently. This will save you a lot of time when it comes to searching for things you need, and will keep you from being distracted by something that catches your eye in the searching process. Is there a song you’ve been meaning to listen to? Do you need to read some restaurant reviews to figure out where to bring your mom for her birthday? Do you need to need to research costs for a home-improvement project?  This is something you should be doing throughout the day, every day, as things pop into your head. Keeping an Internet to-do list will give you a clearer sense of purpose, and remind you of your long-term time-management goals. Some people are most alert first thing in the morning, others don’t reach their peak until the middle of the night. If you have some flexibility in your daily schedule, try to plan your Internet time for when you are most likely to be awake, energized, and thinking clearly. Internet efficacy is going to mean something different to everyone, depending on career, interests, and other lifestyle factors. Some people need to be logged on all day long for their jobs, while others primarily use the Internet in the evenings as a way to unwind. While the specific time-management goals will vary from person to person, everyone should be aiming to simultaneously accomplish more while also spending less time online.
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One-sentence summary -- Organize your workstation. Organize your computer desktop. Make a list of what you need to do on the Internet before you open your browser. Determine what time of day you are most productive. Plan to do more with less.


Speak warmly and engage those whom you are speaking to. Be able to speak comfortably about a wide range of topics. Avoid vulgar and poor language, as well as using words like “um” or “like” to punctuate your sentences.  Communication isn’t just talking – it’s about listening, as well. Incessant talking isn’t the mark of a respected person. Try to truly listen to others and be genuinely engaged so you become more trustworthy.  Take a moment to think before you speak. Remain calm in tense situations and speak in a calm, relaxed voice. Strive to act, rather than react emotionally. Diffuse bad situations whenever possible, and take a moment to think before instantly reacting to a negative provocation.  Well-respected people know how to keep their cool under tense conditions. During arguments, hold your temper to prevent escalations, and if someone raises their voice at you, respond calmly. Stand up straight, look people directly in the eye, and speak in a steady, composed voice when in conversation. These things exude confidence, which people very much respect. Conversely, slouching, mumbling and being afraid of eye contact communicates to others that you aren’t confident in yourself. Self-confidence is respected. When faced with a problem, do not react emotionally or with visible frustration. Instead, focus on addressing the problem and looking for ways to solve it. Try not to complain or get angry, since neither of those things are going to help the situation. When others see you calmly find a solution to a problem rather than react angrily or emotionally, they will respect your composure and appreciate your readiness to remedy the situation. Always practice good hygiene and make sure your clothes are neat and clean. Take the time to be well-groomed. Keep your nails trimmed, shower daily and always brush and floss your teeth.  Being poorly groomed usually sends a negative message to others about your self-worth. If you don’t respect yourself and your appearance, it will be very difficult to gain the respect of others.
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Excel at communication. Keep your emotions in check. Control your body language. Solve problems. Take pride in your appearance.