In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: As a leader, you need to enforce clear rules and boundaries. However, your team will turn against you if you don't balance authority with compassion. When you enforce a rule, explain to your team why that rule is important. Instead of barking, “Don't waste paper,” tell your team, “Please try not to print something unless it's absolutely necessary. Our supplies costs are way up, and it's hurting the bottom line.” instead of second-guessing yourself. Stand by your decisions, but don't be a tyrant. Gather information, listen to a range of opinions, and make time for debate. Then, when the time for discussion is over, make a firm decision.  Suppose you and your friends are debating on what to do that night. Everyone is dilly-dallying and nixing each other's ideas. Then someone steps up and says, “Guys, we're doing 'this.'” That person rose to the top, saw the situation needed direction, and took charge. Keep in mind there will be times when you'll have to make decisions yourself and times when you'll need input. Ask yourself, “Will a snap decision compromise morale? Does a decision have to be made right now, or do I have time to discuss this with everyone else?” Be flexible and, if necessary, shift gears when new information becomes available. A leader doesn't micromanage their team or try to do everything themselves. When you assign tasks, define your expectations clearly and provide any necessary training. It'll be easier to trust team members to perform a task if you set them up for success.  A clear expectation would be, “Complete specification profiles for at least 5 installation projects by the end of the week.” A vague expectation would be, “Do some specification profiles.” When you need to train someone, demonstrate the task yourself, and narrate the steps as you perform them. If possible, observe them when they start and, if they make an error, gently correct them.
Summary: Be firm, but be kind. Be decisive Delegate tasks and explain roles clearly.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Open the tank and lift up on the float arm. If the toilet stops running when the float is lifted slightly higher than it sits in the water, then you need to readjust its position. Adjusting the float position is done differently on different toilet assemblies. In some cases there is an adjustment screw on the top of the fill valve. In other cases, it is done on the pole the float is attached to. You will need to assess your specific toilet assembly to figure out how. Another problem that can cause the toilet to run is when the fill valve malfunctions. In some cases, it does not turn off the water when it should, thus allowing the toilet to run constantly. If this is the case it needs to be replaced. Check the function of your fill valve by lifting up on the toilet float. If the valve shuts off water flow when the float is lifted, then it is working fine. If it does not, then it is the problem. Sometimes a toilet runs because water is slowly leaking out of the bottom of the tank, into the toilet bowl. This happens when the seal at the bottom of the tank, often called the flapper, is dirty, misaligned, or damaged. To assess your toilet's seal, first turn off the water to the toilet and then empty the tank by flushing the toilet. Then take a look at the seal.  Make sure that the lever, chain, and flapper are adjusted correctly. Check that the chain is not broken, worn, or kinked. It should also not slide under flapper after you flush, which will let water slip through. You can use a dye test to check for slow leaks into the bowl. If you put a few drops of food coloring in the water in the tank and leave the toilet untouched for several hours, if there is a leak into the bowl the bowl water will be colored. If the seal at the bottom of the tank looks dirty and grimy, take the time to clean it off. This could be the solution to your problem. If the seal doesn't completely cover the opening at the bottom of the toilet tank, then it needs to be realigned so that it does. If the seal at the bottom of the tank has a crack in it, or is otherwise damaged, than it needs to be replaced.
Summary: Assess the float adjustment. Check the fill valve function. Check for flapper seal misalignment.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Straws have become a huge problem in ocean contamination--in fact, they’re one of the most common pieces of trash picked up on beaches. Eliminating straw use is easy and straightforward--if you order a drink that comes with a straw, just tell the waiter, barista, or worker that you don’t need one. You can also invest in reusable straws made of glass or stainless steel. Instead of ordering coffee in the usual plastic cups and tops, bring your own to-go mug or thermos and ask the cashier to fill it. Insulated tumblers can also keep your beverage hot or cold much longer. Even paper coffee cups are often coated with a plastic resin, so skip these as well in favor of a reusable vessel. Rather than use the dry-cleaner’s single-use plastic bags, bring your own fabric garment bag to hold your clothing. You can purchase recycled dry-cleaner bags made of a more durable, longer-lasting plastic online. Bring fewer clothes to the dry-cleaner’s to reduce your bag use as well. Although gum was originally made from natural materials such as sap and rubber, manufacturers now use a type of plastic instead. So instead of chewing and throwing away plastic, find a natural brand of gum or just use mints instead.
Summary:
Skip the plastic straws. Bring a reusable tumbler or to-go mug when you order coffee. Carry your dry-cleaning in a reusable bag. Stop chewing gum.