Write an article based on this "Take a look at your work environment. Weigh the benefits. Look for balance. Set an example. Avoid buying into the competitive dogma."
article: Some workplaces are naturally more competitive than others. For instance, if you're in sales and marketing, you'll be surrounded by people who are competitive by design. On the other hand, if you're in an environment where competitiveness isn't part of the job description, its presence can seem foreign and unpleasant. Competitiveness has both advantages and disadvantages; painting it in a purely negative light does it a disservice. By only concentrating on the downside of competitiveness, you risk losing sight of the potential benefits. Competitiveness can result in innovation, successful sales and outcomes, and motivation. Be aware that most organizations are a combination of cooperation and competitiveness. Problems really only arise in workplaces where extreme  competition is not adequately dealt with. If your organization is all competition and no collaboration, you're probably sitting in a hotbed of negative competitiveness. Sometimes the best policy is to be the change you want to see in your workplace. Yes, this is a hard task, but it is not any harder than fuming silently around the water cooler. Try to set an example for those around you.  Use inclusive language. Say "We" rather than “I.” Avoid responding to competitive outbreaks at work with arrogance or jealousy; As best you can, show competitive people some compassion. It is up to you whether or not you respond with competitiveness or defensiveness. Accept that you're exceptional and wonderful just as you are. You don't need external validation to prove this, nor do you need more things to show that you're better than anyone else. Ask your co-workers exactly what it is they're wanting more of, and how they feel this is improving their personal lives.

Write an article based on this "Create an emergency fund. Set up a retirement fund Consider possible future obligations. Invest excess funds Teach your kids about financial independence"
article: . If you want financial freedom, you do not want an accident or unforeseen circumstances to push you into debt. In addition to having solid insurance policies, you should strive to have an emergency fund just in case anything unexpected goes wrong.  Talk to your bank about opening a separate account to start building your fund. It's a good idea to have a year's worth of expenses set aside, but it can take a long time to gain this much capital. Consider doing automatic transfers to this fund. The 10 to 15% you're taking out of your paycheck each month for savings could go into this account. . A retirement fund is vital to ensure a stable financial future. It is never too early to start putting money away for retirement. Take advantage of any program your employer offers, such as a 401K, and start putting money away as soon as possible.  If you're unsure if your business offers retirement benefits, make an appointment with a person in human resources to ask. If you do not have a job that offers retirement benefits, consider looking for work elsewhere. You should also talk to a financial planner at your local bank. Your bank may provide free consultation, or offer you advice for a small fee. You can look into starting something like a Roth IRA to save for retirement. Look ahead to expenses that may come up down the line, such as sending your children to college or paying for an unexpected, major medical expense. Planning and saving for these events far in advance can help keep you out of debt and retain your financial freedom. . Consider investing to grow your money.  Exchange-traded funds, bonds, bond funds, or mutual funds are all solid options for investing your excess funds. . You want your children to be financially independent. Even if they're young, start teaching them about how to handle money. Make a trip to the local bank and have your kids open a savings account. Encourage them to put money away so they'll see how money grows over time.  You should also talk to your kids about managing money. Tell them how to budget and spend wisely. Think about setting up a savings account in your local bank where you can put money towards your children's college education.

Write an article based on this "Pull your cue back slowly with your back hand. Make direct contact with the head ball. Shoot the cue ball. Fine tune your break shot by watching where the balls land."
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Bring your back hand behind your shoulder and just above your hips. If you want more of a back swing, you can bring it back a little further. Steady your bridge hand, relax, and get ready to shoot! You want a smooth, controlled backswing with full follow-through. A steady, square impact carries more force than a lightning-fast shank. To break the rack effectively, hit the head ball directly on target. You’ll also need to apply sufficient force to distribute the balls around the table. However, it is best to relax and focus on a square hit, as opposed to trying to apply excessive force. The main thing is to hit the head ball squarely! The force in the break shot comes from the legs and hips. Move your hips forward to achieve greater force. Hit the cue ball with the cue stick. Move your body forward from the hips to apply more power in your break shot. Let your torso move up at the end of the stroke. Your cue stick should be pointing towards the back of the table when you finish. Take a moment after each shot to note the position of the cue ball and the formation on the table. If the cue ball tends to drive forward after impact, hit it lower for more backspin. If it likes to veer off toward the sides, hit it slower for greater accuracy and power. If you are close to sinking the two balls behind the cue ball, think about how you could fine tune your shot to sink them in the corner pockets.