Problem: Article: Find a professional furrier by looking in the phonebook or online. Call a few of the furriers in your area to see if they will examine your coat, and if you need an appointment to have them do so.  Choose a furrier who has training and experience, rather than an apprentice or someone who is new to the business. You may wish to have several furriers examine your coat and compare the values they provide. Bring your coat into the shop and let the furrier examine it. This process can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour or longer. Most furriers do not charge a fee for a fur appraisal, and the time spent is worth it so that you can resell your fur coat for the maximum value. Once the furrier has completed the examination, have them give you an examination certificate or paperwork that states the value of the fur coat. Make sure the name of the furrier is listed, along with the address of their shop, the date, and the value of the coat, all printed on a company letterhead.
Summary: Locate professional furriers in your area. Allow the professional furrier to examine your coat. Obtain an examination certificate.

Problem: Article: For the purposes of this example, let's assume that the measurement you want to convert is in column A and you'd like to see the conversion results in column B (but really this method will work for any two columns). To label column A , click on cell A1 and type in the original unit (the one you'd like converted, e.g. inches, meters, or yards). This is also called the “from_unit.”  For example: click on cell A1 and type “Inches”. In this example, we will convert 12 (number) inches (from_unit) to feet (to_unit). Excel’s convert function converts a “from unit,” into a “to-unit” (the unit you are converting the measurement to). Labeling your columns will help you organize your data. Click on cell B1. This will be your “to_unit” column. Type in the unit you are converting the measurement to. This is also called the “to_unit”. For example: click on cell B1 and type “Feet”. Type in the original measurement in numbers only. Do not enter in the units. For example: in cell A2, enter “12” (as in 12 inches). Functions in Excel are not case-sensitive. Typing "=CONVERT(" has the same result as typing "=convert(". Excel's convert function calls this value the "number".  For example: "=Convert(A2" When you are converting a single measurement, as in the example above, It is also possible to type an actual number (not a cell reference) in this spot. Instead of “=Convert(A2”, you would enter “=Covert(12”. For example, your cell may now look like this: "=Convert(A2," or “=Convert(12,”. ” Now enter in the approved abbreviated form of the original unit. The “from_unit” is enclosed by a set of quotation marks and is followed by a comma.  For example: “=Convert(A2, “in”,” or “=Convert(12, “in”,”. Some approved unit abbreviations are "in" "cm" "ft" and "m". Excel provides a comprehensive list of unit abbreviations here. ” Now enter in the approved abbreviation for the “to_unit.” The “to_unit” is enclosed by a set of quotation marks followed by a closing parenthesis.  For example, your cell should look something like: “=Convert(A2, “in”, “ft”)” or “=Convert(12, “in”, “ft”)”. This example function will convert the contents of cell A2 from inches to feet. The converted measurement will appear in your cell (in this case, cell B2).  For example: B2 will contain “1” (as in 1 foot).  If the function returns the “#N/A” error, check the unit abbreviations again. Make sure the abbreviation is correct and that the two units belong to the same group (for example it is not possible to convert mass into length). Please note, unit names and prefixes ARE case-sensitive. If the function returns the “#VALUE!” error, this means you have entered the “number” incorrectly. Make sure you have only entered one value or cell reference.
Summary: Label column A with the original unit. Label column B. Enter your original measurement in cell A2. Type “=Convert(” in cell B2. Enter the name of the cell that contains the original measurement. Add a comma. Enter in the “from_unit. Enter in the “to_unit. Hit ↵ Enter to execute the function.

Problem: Article: Your request should be polite and respectful, but there’s no need to be extremely formal. Your enthusiasm for the job should be clear. Open your email by addressing your boss as you normally would (e.g., “Hi, Mary”). Your boss should be able to understand what you are asking for right off the bat. Give your email a subject line that clearly addresses what the message is about. Summarize your request in the opening paragraph.  For example, give your email a subject line like “Requesting Salary Adjustment.” Your opening paragraph could be something like: “I have been working hard over the past two years to make valuable contributions to the company. In light of everything I have accomplished, I would like to request a raise to $35,200 per year. This is in line with current average salaries for editorial assistants working in the academic publishing industry in the Chicago area.” To justify a raise, you will have to emphasize anything you've done that goes above and beyond your job description. Using very specific numbers and giving precise details about the things you've done will strengthen your case. Your request should be as positive as possible. Don’t complain about how hard you are working for so little pay, or about how long it has been since your last raise. Also avoid implying or outright stating that you will leave if you don’t get what you want. Instead, focus on your accomplishments. Demonstrate your enthusiasm for the work, and your desire to continue contributing to the company in a positive way. End with a paragraph reiterating why you feel you deserve the raise. Re-state your request for your target salary. You could end with something like, “Given my positive contributions to the company over the past two years, I believe that $35,200 per year would be appropriate for someone with my qualifications and experience. I look forward to discussing this with you, and welcome any feedback you may have about how I can improve my performance even further.” Thank your boss for their time and consideration. Close your email in a friendly, respectful manner (e.g., “All the best,” “Best wishes,” or “Regards”). If your boss says no to your request, accept it gracefully and don’t give up. A negative response now does not necessarily mean you won’t be able to get a raise in the future.  Send a follow up email – or have a conversation in person – thanking them again for their time. Politely ask for their feedback about what you might do to get a “yes” in the future.
Summary:
Keep the tone friendly and professional. Be clear and direct. Make your message detail-oriented. Avoid complaints or ultimatums. Summarize and re-state your request. Sign off respectfully. Be prepared for a “no”.