Each of these sounds comes through to the caller on the other end of the line and they can sound annoying. Other bodily noises to avoid when answering or speaking on the phone include flatulence, burping, smacking your gums together, yawning, mumbling or making popping noises with your mouth. If you have no choice but to sneeze or cough, excuse yourself and quickly cover the phone's sound piece. If you are at a restaurant or in the middle of a meal, consider taking your phone call outside or letting it go to voicemail until you can talk to them without food in your mouth. A phone that continues ringing leaves time for people to wonder why you're so slow at answering it. When you eventually get around to picking it up, it's possible that they'll be annoyed because they've become a little impatient. This is especially important in a work or business context, but it can also matter on the home front. A good rule of thumb is not to let your phone ring more than 3 times. In a professional setting, it is very important to get straight to the point of your phone call, since most people are busy. Introduce yourself by name and ask for the person you need to speak to as soon as someone answers the phone. Try something like, "Hi, this is Hannah. I'd like to speak to Zachariah, please." Even if your call could have gone better, try to end the phone call on a positive note by wishing the caller well. Tell them to enjoy their day, or even thank them for calling you. This is especially important in a professional setting, since your pleasantries could reflect how good of an experience the customer had. Say something like, "It was a pleasure talking to you, Jane." or, "Thank you for calling WikiHow, have a nice day." Your answering machine or voicemail is a form of greeting as much as is picking up the phone and answering it directly. Leave a message that is succinct, clear, friendly and makes an invitation for the caller to leave you a message, with a promise that you'll get back to them as soon as possible. For example, try something like, "Hi, you've reached Gwyn Fravel of the Marketing Department. I'm not in right now, please leave me a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I can."
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One-sentence summary -- Stop drinking or chewing food or gum before taking a call. Answer the phone promptly. State your name and who you'd like to speak to when calling someone. Finish your call with a pleasantry. Leave a comprehensible and clear answering machine greeting if necessary.

Put painter's tape around the edges of walls, railings, and windows so no paint gets on them. Do not use masking tape or other types of tape, as they will not protect the area properly. Look for painter's tape at your local hardware store or online. Hang plastic sheets over walls, doors, and windows to protect them from paint. Secure them well with painter's tape so they are not at risk of falling off while you are painting. Look for plastic sheets for painting at your local hardware store. Make sure you also cover any plants or objects close to the deck with plastic sheets so they do not get splattered with paint. Avoid painting in direct sunlight, if possible, as you do not want the paint to dry too fast. If the paint dries too fast, it may appear uneven or patchy. Go for a paint time early in the morning or later in the afternoon when the deck is in the shade to avoid this issue. Make sure the stain is high-quality and mildew-resistant, as this will ensure the deck is protected. Use a paint roller to apply the stain quickly and easily, working on area at a time. Start on the area furthermost from the doorway to the deck and roll on the stain in smooth, even motions with the paint roller. Once you have applied the stain to the entire deck, let it dry overnight. Use an exterior stain made for wood that is water-based, as this will help to seal the wood and prep it for the paint. Use paint that is water-based and high-quality. If there is a wood ceiling or awning on your deck, paint this first. Then, paint the posts and railings. Paint the bottom of the deck last. Painting from top to bottom will allow each section to dry and make it easier for you to work in the space. Start by using a paint brush to line the edges or corners of the area you are painting, such as the ceiling or railings on the deck. Use even strokes to cut the edges or corners so they are covered. This will help to prevent paint drips or uneven edges or corners. Use the paint roller to apply paint in a smooth motion, following the grain of the wood. Work from corner to corner, rolling the paint on to meet the corners or edges you have cut with the paintbrush. Apply a small amount of paint at a time, as you do not want the paint to clump or dry too thick. Use a paint roller that is 34 inch (1.9cm) thick if the surface of the wood is rough. Apply paint with a roller that is 38 inch (0.95cm) or 18 inch (0.32cm) thick if the wood surface is medium rough. Use a roller that is made of foam if the wood surface is smooth, with very little rise in the grain. While the paint is still wet, use a paintbrush to gently move the paint from side to side to smooth out any paint roller marks or clumps on the wood. Doing this will ensure the paint dries with a smooth finish. Working one small section at a time will ensure you can feather out the wet paint before moving on to painting the next section. Put the same number of coats on every part of the deck, from the ceiling to the posts, to the floor. Paint the floor of the deck a few boards at a time, making sure you have a clear path on and off the deck so you do not paint yourself into a corner. Applying 3 coats will ensure the paint is durable and make the paint easier to maintain. Make sure you allow the paint to dry overnight between coats. Once the last coat of paint has dried overnight, use a paintbrush to lightly touch up any areas that are uneven or patchy. Make sure the deck color looks uniform and even. You can then enjoy your new deck for years to come, as the paint will help the wood stay dry and protect it from fading or damage.
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One-sentence summary -- Mask off the walls, railings, and windows near the deck with painter's tape. Cover all walls and doors with plastic sheets. Wait for a time of day when the deck is in the shade. Apply 1-2 coats of exterior stain to the deck and let it dry overnight. Paint the deck from top to bottom, one section at a time. Use a paint brush to cut into the edges or corners of the area. Apply paint with a paint roller to the area. Feather out the paint with a paintbrush for a smooth finish. Apply 1-3 coats of paint. Touch up any areas with a paintbrush once the paint has dried.

Take your partner to a jewelry store and pick out the rings that you'd like to give each other on your wedding day. Get your ring size fitted and pick up the rings before the date of the wedding.It probably won't take that long for your rings to come in, but it's better to order them ahead of time just to be safe. Just like you with your wedding dress, your wedding party may need fittings and alterations to their dresses as well. Go with your bridesmaids to a bridal store to pick out the style and color of their dresses and see if they need to be altered at all. You can also ask your bridesmaids to all wear any dress style in the same color to make it simple. However, this will look less uniform during your ceremony.
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Order your wedding rings 1 to 2 months in advance. Pick out bridesmaid dresses with your bridesmaids.