Some people graduate with a very specific degree based on the job they hope to have -- computer programming, nursing, winemaking -- while others get a liberal arts degree that's not geared toward a specific job, like history, sociology, or English. If you have a job-focused degree, chances are you've already met many people in your field and are somewhat aware of job prospects. If you have a liberal arts degree, you have to do more work to figure out what jobs you might be qualified for. No matter what degree you have, the people at the career center can tell you about what previous students have done. You can get an idea of the kinds of jobs and experiences students like you have had. Ask the people at the career center to put you in touch with people in the field you hope to enter for more advice. Even though you think you might know what kind of job you want, it's important to talk to someone actually working in the field. Connect with alumni from your college or university and ask friends and family for suggestions of people they might know in the field you hope to enter. Write up the questions you'd like to ask beforehand. When you conduct the interview, be professional: dress formally, take notes during the interview, and be sure to follow up and thank the person, either with a thank-you note or email. Be sure to take a copy of your resume (we will talk about this more in the next step). Some examples of questions for the informational interview might be: What is your typical day like? How did you come to work at this job? What do you wish you had known in my position? Do you have any suggestions for my job search? It's not what you know, or even how well you know it. It's who you know. Most jobs that you stand a chance for will be referred by friends, schoolmates, and relatives. The more people you know, the better chance you have that they will remember you when they hear of a job in your field.
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One-sentence summary -- Decide what job you want. Talk to an advisor at your school's career center. Conduct informational interviews. Network.

Most cookbooks recommend that you go to the nearest Chinatown to buy a wok. These woks are usually inexpensive and durable. If going to Chinatown is not possible, there are other options. You can go to a department store with a cooking section, a cooking specialty store, or you can purchase one on the internet. If you purchase a wok from the internet, make sure you choose a legitimate website. Also make sure to check the material and reviews. Look at the online catalog before going to a store if you are looking for a specific type of wok. Luckily, the highest recommended woks are the least expensive. Woks bought in Chinatown are typically around $7. Elsewhere, you can find a good and durable wok for about $30. Woks can run as high as $200 or more, but spending that much is usually not necessary. If you buy a wok in person, check the quality and weight. If possible, take the wok in your hands and press slightly on it. The metal should give in very little if aluminum, but usually, it should not give in at all. Pick the wok up to make sure it is not too heavy for you to lift. Consider that the wok will be heavier with food in it. Many woks will come with some accessories in the box, but the accessories are typically weak and not made well. You will need to purchase accessories to get the most out of your wok. Necessary accessories to buy are: A domed cover. Two long-handled Chinese spatulas A shallow Chinese ladle with a large bowl. This can be either metal or wooden. Optional accessories are extra-long cooking chopsticks and steamer racks (metal, wooden, or bamboo). A wok ring is used to raise the bottom of the pan away from the heat. Some woks come with rings, but often they do not. Wok rings are needed for round bottom woks, but they are not necessary for flat bottom woks. Rings are typically needed for gas stoves, but they are also recommended for electric stoves to lift the wok slightly above the coil. There are two different types of rings. One is made with thick metal with open sides, and the other type is made of enclosed metal with small holes for venting. The former is better suited for gas stoves, and the latter is best for electric stoves. Woks rings come in many different sizes and depths. Choose one that fits best on your burner. You may need to take a measurement of your burner before purchasing a wok ring. It is recommended to purchase an extra wok ring for round bottom woks to place on the counter after removing it from the stove.
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One-sentence summary -- Decide on a buying method. Choose a price range. Check for durability and weight. Buy accessories. Buy a wok ring.

Most modern vehicles have a serpentine belt instead of a fan belt, though the names may be used interchangeably. Older model vehicles and some high-performance applications still utilize fan belts instead of electric fans. Older belts were made of neoprene and would benefit from the application of belt dressing, but newer EPDM-made belts may dry out as a result of using belt dressing. If your fan belt was installed after the year 2000, it is likely an EPDM-made belt. The two belts are difficult to tell apart visually until they are worn out and need to be replaced. You will need to apply the belt dressing directly onto the belt. In order to do so, you will need to open the hood of the vehicle and remove any cowl cover that may be in place over the fan belt itself. This may require the use of some basic hand tools like a socket or hand wrench. Some vehicles have engine covers that will need to be removed. You will need a direct line of sight and access to the belt while the engine is running. The fan belt will likely be located at the front of the engine, attached to a pulley that rotates the cooling fan or fans for the radiator. It will often be black or grey. You may be able to locate it faster by starting at the radiator fan and working backward. In many older American vehicles, the fan belt is connected to a shaft with a large metal fan at the end and is easy to identify. Serpentine or accessory belts that serve the same function as a fan belt may be on the side of a horizontally mounted engine. Ensure the vehicle is in park with the parking brake engaged, then start the engine. You will need the engine to be running in order to apply the belt dressing evenly over the entire length of the belt. Leave the hood open and engine covers removed when starting the engine. With the engine running, spray the belt dressing directly onto the back of the fan belt. As the engine runs, the fan belt will be moving quickly, so you can leave the can in one place and spray onto the belt as it spins. Spray the belt dressing onto the belt until the entire belt is wet. The squeaking from the fan belt should stop almost immediately.
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One-sentence summary -- Ensure your vehicle is equipped with a neoprene belt. Open the hood. Locate the fan belt. Start the vehicle. Spray the belt dressing directly onto the belt.

This is so that you can access the full length. You will want to make sure you clean as much of your tongue as you can. By extending your tongue all the way, you can also help yourself avoid gagging. Do this repeatedly. It is said that it should be done first thing every morning before eating or drinking. It is recommended you do this at least twice a day, with your regular brushing. You will get a buildup of residue on the tool. Rinse it off, and continue until you've worked over your whole tongue. Be gentle. Do not break the skin or push too hard. Only go from back to front. Take your time. Use mouthwash and rinse thoroughly to wash away any remaining loose residue, and to freshen your breath. Try swishing the liquids around a bit in order to make sure your tongue is thoroughly rinsed off. Alcohol based mouthwashes can dry your mouth out. Try using a mouthwash with hydrogen peroxide for extreme situations. Now that you've got the scraper and mastered its use, give your tongue daily attention. This is important. Making tongue cleaning a regular part of your daily habit.
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Extend your tongue. Scrape or brush your tongue from the back of the tongue to the front. Rinse your mouth. Keep it up.