Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Ask your friends. Find someone who shares your interests. Find someone at work -- without breaking any rules. Find someone online. Be open wherever you go.

Answer: Many couples meet because of mutual friends. Though it may seem unlikely, you may end up married to your friend's cousin or former roommate. You can be open to being set up by your friends, who will know your personality as well as the personality of the person they want to set you up with. Or you can just go to a gathering with one of your friends, who may have an idea of a certain single person there that would be perfect for you. Don't be shy -- your friends know what makes you happy and can help you find that perfect person without being too obvious about it. Common interests can make a relationship thrive, so look out for any special people who share your interests, whether you lock eyes with a cute guy in your yoga class, notice someone cute reading your favorite book in a coffee shop, or if you really click with that girl in your grad school class. The common interest can be a launching point for an exciting relationship. The common interest will also give you an easy opening for a fun first date; if you're both into something, you can just do that thing together and see where it goes. It's a known fact that more people meet at work than they would admit. It makes sense: in a given day, you may spend more time with your coworkers than anyone else, and if you love what you do, then you and that person may have similar interests. Though you shouldn't actively pursue your coworkers because that could be breaking your company code, if you really feel an attraction to someone in your workplace, be open to the possibility that this person could end up being really special -- as long as you follow company policy. Online dating has become one of the easiest ways to meet your future spouse. Online dating sites help you narrow down your choices based on common interests and other important qualities, and people who join online dating sites tend to be more serious about committing for life. About 20% of current relationships started online, so don't be shy about joining the trend. Even if you're squeamish about this option, just give it a chance. You can always end your membership if it doesn't work out. It's true: you really can meet your future husband at a loud, smelly, bar. Though it's less likely, the perfect person can come up to you at any time at all, so don't put your blinders up at the wrong time. Though you shouldn't be looking for your future husband at a company meeting or at a funeral, you should be open to the possibility that love can strike at almost any time. If you're receptive, then more people will be receptive to wanting to get to know you.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Take the first step. Maintain your focus. Practice positive self-talk. Celebrate milestones. Embrace the journey. Begin again.

Answer: Making a plan is one thing, but you still may struggle with taking that first step. Set a date for yourself to begin (no more than one week in the future). Each day, leading up to your “begin” date, look in the mirror and say, “I’m ready for something new.” If you have a lot of obstacles to overcome, you are going to need to maintain your focus over a long period of time, without losing motivation. Post images or words of encouragement where you can see them that remind you why this goal is important. Set reminders on your phone to accomplish each step on time. And feel good about yourself each time you take a new step. During this journey, you may experience set-backs, lose motivation, or feel discouraged. This is a natural part of seeking a goal. But you can combat negative feelings, keep your spirits high, and keep progressing by practicing positive self-talk. In other words, speak to yourself (and about yourself) in a kind way.  Rather than saying, "I feel stupid for trying something new," say "I am facing a difficult challenge, but I'm still pushing." Rather than saying, "I'm scared," try saying, "I am excited," or "I am exhilarated." Look in the mirror and say nice things to yourself each day, such as "I am proud of you for trying something new." Your journey toward achieving something new can potentially be a long one and/or a difficult one. That is part of what will make it all worthwhile. But in the meantime, make sure that you celebrate some milestones along the way. Have you secured the time off of work that you need? Amazing! Have you managed to save your first $100? Congrats! Take time to rejoice in your achievements as you go so you stay positive and motivated. From the moment you chose to seek out something new, you have been on a journey toward fulfillment. Finally completing your new goal is not your only reward. Instead, the journey itself is what will bring you satisfaction. Stop and enjoy it along the way. Don’t focus so much on everything you still need to do, instead, pause and give thanks for how far you have already come. When you have completed every step, and finally taken that trip, learned to paint, or jumped out of a plane, the only thing left to do is to start the process all over again! You are now a person who seeks out new experiences. Kudos to you!


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Notice if the employee seems unmotivated or disengaged. Look for signs the employee is overworked or stressed. Pay attention to signs the employee does not have the necessary training or skills. Consider letting the employee go if they are violent or threatening.

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If that's the case, the employee may come in late for work or sneak out early. They may also show very little participation in meetings or be unenthusiastic when they talk to customers. These are signs the employee does not feel motivated or engaged in the workplace. This may be due to a variety of reasons, including personal issues. You may need to have a one-on-one conversation with the employee to find out more. In some cases, you may can try offering the employee a more challenging workload or move them into a more fast-paced role to motivate them. You can also give them a different task or role to keep them engaged. Notice if the employee is balancing a lot of clients or customers and is irritable or upset as a result. The employee may snap at their peers or act negative because they are feeling stressed. You may need to try to lessen their workload or suggest ways that they can have better time management to address the issue. You and the employee should work together to come up with a better way for them to manage their deadlines or clients in a healthy, less stressful way. This should then improve their mood and demeanor at work. Sometimes, employees are not equipped with the skills needed to do their job properly, which can cause them to interact negatively with employees or customers. Notice if the employee seems confident around customers or engaged with their peers. If they do not, it may be because they lack training. You may then offer to train the employee in a more hands-on way or pair them with another employee who can mentor them and teach them the necessary skills. If the employee acts violent towards you, other employees, or customers, it may be best for everyone involved if you let them go. You may also decide to let go of an employee who is threatening or acts aggressive and bullying to others. In these cases, there usually isn't much you can do as an employer to handle the employee besides terminate them.