Problem: Article: Buy them in circles or sheets that you can roll out, rather than already set in a foil pie pan. Remember to make a double batch if your recipe only makes one 12-inch (30.5 cm) pie crust base.
Summary: Purchase ready-made pie crusts at your local supermarket if you don't have time to make dough at home. Opt to make the pie crust from scratch at home.

Problem: Article: These helpful tools feature compartments of various sizes that make it easy to stash your powders, pencils, creams, and brushes in a single convenient container while keeping them neatly separated. Configure the items in your organizer by tone, or group like products together to streamline your morning routine. Hiding the organizer in a drawer may help reduce clutter, though many are unassuming enough to be left out in plain sight. Some organizers are designed with flair in mind as well as functionality. Keep your overarching theme in mind when picking out one of these decorative storage aids to make sure it's a good match for the rest of your decor. Invest in a set of sleek holders to highlight your collection of bracelets, necklaces, and rings. Not only will this spare them the fate of being lost in a drawer somewhere, it will also keep them together for comparison when you're deciding on a piece to pair with the evening's outfit. Choose holders and similar displays that are in keeping with the style you've chosen for your dressing area. Minimalistic holders in bold colors and abstract shapes will seem to rise right out of a sleek, modern desk, for instance, while a hand-carved wooden rack will look right at home on a rustic mahogany table. Jewelry can make a dazzling decorative touch on its own, even if you rarely get a chance to wear it. Give yourself easy access to an electrical outlet so you can plug in your phone or tablet while you're freshening up. Do the same for your hair dryer, curling iron, laptop, speakers, and any other appliances you need to have close at hand. They'll stay powered up and you'll eliminate the need to make a million trips back and forth. If open outlets are few and far between, a hidden power strip will make it possible to hook up more devices at once while also economizing the space you have available. Snap a selfie at your dressing table when you're done fixing yourself up to check out your handiwork! Deep trays with raised edges will work best, since they'll ensure that everything remains upright. Arrange the bottles from biggest to smallest, or order them into neat sections according to their purpose. Feeling and smelling irresistible will then be as simple as working your way down the line. If you've got too many products to fit into a single tray, go through and throw out anything you don't use to determine which ones make the cut. For a more picturesque presentation, transfer your liquid beauty products to ornate glass containers. Don't forget to label or color-coordinate the containers so you'll know what's in them. These smaller mirrors magnify your reflection slightly, which can come in handy for detail-oriented tasks like applying mascara, tweezing, and checking for blemishes. Clear some space near the center of the table where you'll have no problem focusing on your finer features. You can move your mirror around as needed to make room for other supplies. Look for makeup mirrors in shapes, sizes, and frame materials that complement your other furnishings. Many makeup mirrors also include convenient built-in lighting elements, eliminating the need to tilt your face at impossible angles or rely on a harsh overhead fixture.
Summary: Use an organizer to store your makeup. Put your prized jewelry on display. Set up a charging station for your electronics and styling tools. Place your lotions and perfumes in a tray for ease of application. Make use of a separate makeup mirror.

Problem: Article: The purpose of the collaboration should be obvious to all participants. Even if you are simply working on a school assignment or other short term goal, make sure you know the exact scope of the project. Are you committed to work weekends? Does everyone understand the specific work required? . Rather than trying to do everything, it is best to divide and conquer. Let everyone find his or her strength and work therein to contribute to the common goal. If you feel overwhelmed or think someone else could use your help, speak up. Assigning each member more general roles such as "researcher" or "meeting facilitator" makes specific task delegation quicker and less arbitrary. Stop and listen if you find you talk more than most other participants. Consider other ideas before responding automatically. Collaboration thrives when each member recognizes the value of each other member's participation. If some members are talking too much, adjust the discussion system. A small group can give each person speaking time in clockwise order. A large group can limit people to a certain number of minutes spoken per statement, or a certain number of statements made per meeting. To encourage shy members to speak up, ask them for input on a subject he or she is knowledgeable about or interested in. ssume good faith. Collaborative work proceeds most effectively in an atmosphere of trust. If you think someone is not acting in the group's best interest, you should try to discuss the reasons behind their actions non-judgementally. If you point a finger mistakenly, the spirit of collaboration can easily turn sour. Discuss problems openly, not behind a teammate's back. Collaborators should have opportunities to exchange ideas and information between meetings. Use online wikis, email discussions, or document sharing services to keep members up to date. Meet as a group for the occasional relaxed gathering as well. You'll work better together if you know each other better. Request that everyone meet as a group to discuss ways you can improve. Have regular short-term milestones and discuss how to meet them if you fall behind. For longer term collaborations, check in regularly to see if everyone is happy with progress toward the eventual goal. Try to use fact-based metrics to monitor progress. Don't just ask whether a member did any research, check to see how many pages of notes they took or which sources they found. If a group member isn't completing their work, try to discuss the underlying causes together. See Dealing with Issues for specific situations. . Disagreements are common in any group effort. When conflicts arise, seek consensus from all members on a decision. If you can't reach consensus and need to move forward, at least make sure disagreeing members accept that the group has made a reasonable effort to compromise. If you leave a member upset, it will make further collaboration much harder. Even if there are serious disagreements between collaborators, try to keep your emotions reigned in and forgive people who argue with you. Well timed use of humor can be great for defusing a situation. Use self-deprecating humor or inoffensive jokes only, and don't offend someone by joking around when they're seriously upset.
Summary:
Understand the exact goal and timeline. Help delegate tasks Let everyone participate in discussion. . Suggest ways to communicate. Hold members accountable and exchange feedback. Seek consensus whenever possible Don't burn bridges.