In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Your referees, should they agree to be your referees, are doing you a favor. Give them at least two weeks to prepare and, if necessary, write you a letter of recommendation. There is some disagreement about the best way to ask someone to be a reference. Asking someone in person or over the phone is more personal, but you run the risk of making someone uncomfortable. Asking someone in an email is less personal, but it gives the person a chance to consider the request. Use your best judgment.  Whether you ask for a reference in person, on the phone, or in an email, give the potential referee the option of saying “no.” Ask the potential referee, “Do you feel that you are able to give me a strong reference?” If a potential referee does in fact say “no,” be grateful. It’s far better to have someone who really wants give you a reference on your side.  Be polite. Let your potential referees know how much you appreciate their efforts. And let them know that you’re available to answer any questions they might have. Supply them with job ad itself. You should also come up with your own description of the position. Remember the lists you made when you were deciding who to ask? Now’s the time to use those lists again. Make an effort to draw connections between your potential referee’s qualifications and the position for which you’re applying. For example, you might say, "Since you are a successful business owner, I thought that Business University's School of Business would value your opinion of me." Be very upfront about what you want your referees to say about you. You might say something along the following lines: “Given our history, I think you’re the right person to talk about my abilities in these areas…”  You can offer them anything from a simple list to a full-blown draft of a letter of recommendation. The more specific and thorough you are, the more grateful your referees will be. Give your referees explicit permission to add or delete parts of your guide as they see fit. This will let your referees know that you trust their judgement. You can say, “This is just a guide. I hope that you will make whatever changes you think are necessary.” Remember: an updated resume is far more useful than an out-of-date one. Once you’ve submitted your application materials, be sure to send thank-you notes, and keep your referees in-the-loop about the progress of your job search. A quick email that begins, “I wanted to give an update about the job I applied for.” Whether or not you end up getting the position for which you applied, maintaining contact with your referees is a smart idea. You might need to call on them to provide references for other applications. And they might be able to alert you to job openings.
Summary: Ask early. Decide how you will ask. Tell your referees about the position. Explain why you’re asking them. Offer a guide. Give your referees a copy of your resume. Follow up.

You'll want to reach out to prospective clients in any way possible to build a beginning roster of customers for your cleaning service. Even just a few regular customers can help you make ends meet while you market yourself to an ever-broader target audience.  Advertise in local newspapers and magazines. Offer deals to first time customers. Set up an account on Facebook and Twitter where you can advertise your company. Make sure you have a professional-looking website that lists your services and contact information. As you begin working for clients, it's extremely important to do your job well and respect your clients' space. Any sign that personal property has been tampered with, damage has been caused and gone unreported, or something has been stolen can ruin your reputation as a cleaning business.  If something gets broken while you're on the job, let your client know and either replace the item or reimburse your client right away. Put items back where you found them after cleaning them. Don't touch people's personal items unless you've been instructed to do so. Stay out of rooms you haven't been instructed to clean. You don't want to be accused of something you didn't do.
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One-sentence summary -- Promote your business. Be trustworthy.

Problem: Article: Warming up will get your blood flowing and help prevent injury. To warm up, do some cardio exercises like walking or jogging. You should also do some active stretching, like arm circles or arm swings. If pull-ups are hard for you, it may feel natural to "scrunch up" your body while performing them. This can put extra stress on your neck and back muscles, making the entire workout process harder. To avoid this, set your shoulders by pushing them back and keep your spine arched. For those who don't know any better, pull-ups may seem like the ultimate test of arm strength. However, your back muscles are just as important, if not more so. To make your workout easier and more effective, try to use the muscles on your back and around your armpits to help pull yourself up. Specifically, try to engage your latissimus dorsi muscles (“lats”) and rear deltoids (“delts”). When performing your pull-ups, try crossing your legs close to the ankles. Though it may seem unimportant, this can reduce some of the pressure in your arms and will make it easier to maintain proper form while exercising. When crossing your legs, you can either bend your knees or keep them straight. Neither will affect the overall routine, so choose whichever option feels best. Assisted pull-ups will allow you to perform the same basic motions you would for an ordinary pull up, but with a little extra help so you can more easily complete the exercise. Since these closely mimic actual pull-ups, they're great for getting your form right before you attempt the real thing. You can do assisted pull ups by:  Using a pull-up machine. Looping a resistance band around the bar and your foot to support some of your weight. Standing on a stool with one foot. Asking a partner to hold your feet or legs while you workout.
Summary:
Warm up for 5-10 minutes before you start. Set your shoulders and arch your back. Use the muscles in your back, not just your arms. Cross your legs while working out. Perform assisted pull-ups if you’re struggling.