In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Getting your insurance license takes time, hard work, and money, so you will want to make sure that your efforts will pay off. Make sure that there are lots of good opportunities in your area. You may even consider applying to insurance companies that offer financial support to pursue your insurance license. If you are not working for an insurance company, it will be very difficult to obtain the additional training and resources that you will need to work as an insurance broker. As an added bonus, having a job with an insurance company will help take the guesswork out of the type of insurance license you should pursue. You can simply ask your employer what type of license you will need. Most licensed brokers recommend that aspiring brokers have certain skills and industry knowledge before embarking on a career in the industry:  Interpersonal skills: Brokers must be patient and considerate with clients, many of whom are overwhelmed by the process of selecting insurance coverage. Brokers also must project confidence when negotiating policies with insurance companies.   Strong Personality: Successful agents will appear excited, eager and positive at all times when working with clients. Agents must also be able to handle rejection. You will hear “No” on a daily basis. Successful agents see each “No” as another step on the way to “Yes.”  Business education: Although only a high-school diploma is required, college-level instruction in business classes can be very useful to new brokers and may lead to higher pay. Successful brokers must understand the tax and legal aspects of the products they sell and how those products fit into a client’s overall financial situation. Classes in tax law, accounting, business administration and investment planning can provide a solid foundation for a new broker. All aspiring brokers must take required coursework and a licensing exam in the area of specialization they choose. Specialties in California include:   Life insurance brokers sell products providing coverage on human lives, including life insurance (protects against the risk of early death), annuities (guaranteed income that protects against outliving one’s financial resources), and funeral and burial insurance, which provides for the cost of funeral and burial expenses.   Accident and health insurance brokers sell mostly health insurance, which pays the medical expenses incurred by the policyholder as a result of accidental injury or illness; and disability insurance, which covers lost income.   Property insurance brokers provide coverage for the loss or damage of property of any kind, including insurance for business property, crop insurance, livestock insurance, earthquake insurance, equipment breakdown insurance, flood insurance, homeowners or dwelling insurance, and inland marine insurance (covers movable property like jewelry or unusual risks).   Casualty insurance brokers, often called liability insurance brokers, provide coverage against legal liability, including that for death, injury, disability, or damage to real or personal property. The most common form is automobile insurance, but there are many other lines.   Personal lines brokers provide insurance specifically for individuals, as opposed to companies, and can includes the following policy types: automobile insurance, residential property insurance, including earthquake and flood insurance, personal watercraft insurance and umbrella or excess liability insurance.   Limited-lines auto brokers sell, solicit or negotiate automobile insurance for private use, liability coverage, physical damage coverage and collision coverage.   Bail agents issue bail bonds on the behalf of insurers. A bail bond is an insurance product that guarantees the appearance of a defendant in court. There is no better way to get a feel for the type of specialty that suits you than to talk with a practicing insurance broker. He or she can give you details on the nature of the work, pay, hours and more.
Summary: Identify opportunities. Consider your skill set before pursuing a license as a California insurance broker. Decide what kind of insurance you want to specialize in. Speak with an insurance broker.

Most airlines allow only two (2) carry-ons nowadays, and that includes a "personal item", such as a purse or backpack. Pack necessities in your carry-on. This can include medications, reading materials, information pertinent to your trip, your passport if traveling outside your home country, a small travel kit (in case your luggage is lost or delayed), a snack, and anything else you feel you can't do without, such as your digital music player. Also, choose a small carry-on bag that will fit into the overhead compartment and keep the already limited foot space free. Long flights, particularly overseas, can be almost unbearable without these essential comfort items. This doesn't mean you need to bring your bed pillow and your down comforter. Check out travel stores and websites for neck pillows and blankets that fold to the size of a DVD case. You never know who might have used the airline's pillows and blankets before you, or what their hygiene practices are -- or aren't. Gum may help keep your ears clear. Earplugs soften the drone of the engine. Even if you don't usually get airsick, Dramamine can be a lifesaver if you hit some rough turbulence. If you have a cold or sinus problems, take a decongestant well before you board the plane, but bring nasal spray just in case.
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One-sentence summary -- Keep carry-on items to a minimum. Take your own pillow and blanket. Bring a few health items.

Q: Dab a bit of the paste onto a nylon scrubbie or an old toothbrush.  Gently scrub the stain along the grain of the stainless steel. If the baking soda paste doesn’t work, dab a soft brush in undiluted vinegar.  Scrub gently with the grain of the stainless steel.  Wipe the vinegar away with a dry cloth. Alternately, fill a spray bottle with some vinegar and spray it on the stain, then use your brush or a paper towel to wipe the stain away. Dampen a corner of an empty flour sack.  Sprinkle a powdered cleaner (like Comet or Bon Ami) over it.  Rub it onto the stain in a circular motion.  Wet another corner of the sack, then wipe the stain in the opposite direction. Finally, wipe the entire area you cleaned with wax paper.
A: Mix equal parts liquid dish soap and baking soda for simple stains. Use vinegar for stronger stains. Use a flour sack and powdered cleaner to get rid of sink stains.

Problem: Article: Cedar has anti-fungal properties and is often used to deodorize clothes. The insoles would stay in your shoes, while the chips would need to be inserted at night and removed in the morning. Odor-controlling insoles can be cut to fit the shape of your sole, and come in several different colors. These work well for sandals, high heels or open-toed shoes. Secure the insole with small strips of double-sided tape or dabs of rubber cement. These will help the insole stay in place while keeping it easily removable. Linings containing silver are anti-microbial and can inhibit the growth of odor-causing bacteria. Simply place a couple of dryer sheets in your shoes while you use them. These instantly deodorize the smell.
Summary:
Use cedar insoles or chips. Put in odor-control insoles. Use silver shoe linings. Use dryer sheets.