Before you can properly dress a wound or scab, it should be dry. If your wound is oozing blood, place some sterile non-adhering gauze on it. If it soaks through the gauze, don’t remove it. Removing it can restart bleeding by pulling off the healing tissue. Just place another layer of gauze on top. Keep the gauze in place until the wound stops oozing. Even if your wound has already started to scab over, it’s important to keep it clean and moist. This helps it heal faster. Wash the site with soap and warm water, then rinse. Lightly pat it dry. While old ways assumed that keeping a scab dry helped it heal faster, modern research says keeping it moist is best. Slather a layer of petroleum jelly all over and around the scab after you have cleaned it. You can also use antibacterial ointment instead of petroleum jelly, but this isn’t necessary for most wounds. Immediately after moistening the scab, cover it in a sterile non-adhesive bandage, such as gauze secured with tape. You can also use silicone gel sheets (look for these at a pharmacy), non-stick gauze wrap, or non-adhesive gauze under a wrap, especially if you’re dealing with a big scab. While you’re waiting for the scab to heal, take time to remove the bandage each day and clean the site. Moisten the scab again and cover it with a new bandage. The scab still won’t disappear instantly, but this will definitely speed up the healing process.
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One-sentence summary -- Make sure the scab is not oozing. Clean all around the scab. Moisten the scab to help it heal faster. Cover the scab. Put a fresh bandage on every day.


Before you can open your restaurant, McDonald's requires you undergo a training process run through their corporation.  You will need to undergo 9 to 18 months of training at a McDonald's restaurant near your home. You will learn everything from hands-on skills to the basics of operating a business. Any operating knowledge specific to the McDonald's corporation will also be taught during this time.  There are also a number of seminars, conferences, and one-on-one training sessions you will be required to attend as you begin creating your own McDonald's restaurant. Such opportunities will not only provide you will valuable information about operating a McDonald's, they allow you to network with other professionals in the field.  Operating training classes, which come in the form of 2 advanced 5-day courses, must be completed to finish your franchise training. Courses are taught in Oak Brook, IL, so be prepared to travel if you don't live close by. As you begin to open your franchise, you'll need to hire a number of professionals to help with construction, legal issues, and business operations.  You should hire a franchise consultant and a franchise lawyer from the beginning, as large sums of money will be exchanged in the process of opening a franchise. You want to make sure you have a legal professional overseeing any transactions. You should make sure your lawyer has specific experience with franchises and is not just a general business lawyer.  You will also probably need to hire a reputable construction crew, especially if you're building a new location rather than purchasing an existing location. You have two options when opening a McDonald's franchise. You can either buy an existing restaurant or open your own location.  Buying an existing location is recommended, if possible. The down payment required for purchasing an existing location is 15% less than it is for buying a new restaurant and there will also be less costs associated with renovations and repairs. McDonald's has specific guidelines for what types of buildings can be used for their stores, and it may be difficult to find a suitable location in your area.  It is not always possible to buy an existing site. There may not be a McDonald's near you or existing sites may not be for sale. Understand the requirements for a franchise building. Ideally, a building should be at least 50,000 square feet. There should be at least 4,000 square feet available to build on, and the store should near the corner of two major streets. There should be parking available and  you should be able to build to a minimum height of 23'4".
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One-sentence summary -- Undergo the corporate training process. Hire professionals. Learn about location requirements.


For the most part, you should only send out emails to people you know directly. Send emails to people you were friends with, co-workers you got along with but didn't know as well, people under you, and your manager. The exception to this rule is if you've been at the head of the company for more than 3 years. In that case, it's fine to send out an email to everyone in the company. The opening paragraph should establish the purpose of the letter, the fact that you're leaving. Include the date of your last day and the reason you're leaving, if it's appropriate. For instance, saying you were fired is probably not the best thing to include; however, if you're taking a position at a new company, you can include that information in letters to your friends. For example, you might write, "Just dropping a note to let you know that Friday, January 10 will be my last day at Rogers Incorporated. While I'm sad to be leaving, I know great opportunities are ahead." While a form letter is appropriate sometimes, such as when you're writing to the whole company, in general, you should personalize each letter to the person. Tell them how much you enjoyed working with them and what you appreciate about your professional relationship with them.  For instance, you could say, "I've so enjoyed working together with you during my time here. You've got a great mind, and I love how you are always able to settle disputes. I hope we can stay in touch in the future." For a more generic letter, you might write, "I'm so proud of the work we've done together at this company. You all are hard workers, as well as being creative and team-driven. Let's keep in touch going forward." This option works especially well in a less personal letter. It's a positive way to connect with the people who are still there, and it helps you end on a good note. For example, you could say, "I loved working at Rogers Incorporated. The relaxed atmosphere created the perfect environment for creativity to flourish. Everyone is so positive, and I'll miss that as I move on." A goodbye letter isn't the place to complain or air grievances. You definitely don't want to burn bridges that you may need later! Instead, stay positive and keep it civil. That way, you can still network with the people you worked with later. You never know when you'll need that connection. Your personal (professional) email is enough for most people. However, if you'd like to have the occasional lunch with someone, you might include your phone number or even home address. For a closing, you might write, "I wish you the best of luck moving forward, and I hope to hear from you soon!"
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Be selective about who you send letters to. Begin with the date you're leaving and a short explanation. Use the second paragraph to establish what the person meant to you. Say what you enjoyed about working there. Keep the letter positive. End with your contact information and a positive closing.