INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Different mechanical pencils require lead of a certain thickness. You can usually find this measurement written either on your mechanical pencil itself or its clip. Because of how thin this lead is, the diameter is typically expressed in millimeters as a decimal, like 0.5 mm, as an example. 0.3 mm diameter is considered to be relatively thin. This size of lead might not be suitable for writing or sketching, but using it you'll be able to draw with very minute detail. 0.5 mm thick lead is used to be one of the most common sizes of lead. You might use 0.5mm lead for writing or drawing. Overall, it's still a versatile size that might be just right for your writing needs. 0.7 mm lead is a thicker variety, which makes it suited to sketching and non-detailed work. You may also find this lead useful if you do long-hand drafting. It it also more common nowadays compared to 0.5mm, as cheaper mechanical pencils became more popular using 0.7mm. 0.9 mm lead is an even thicker lead. It can be used with a rather soft lead, and therefore will have less breakage. Good for puzzles on newsprint (crossword, sudoku). Soft lead will leave behind a thicker mark when you write. It is darker and more smudge prone than other leads. Harder leads leave behind marks that are lighter and finer. The two most common hardness ratings are medium grade HB and H leads, but there are three main categories of hardness that you should take into consideration: Soft lead. The softness of this lead is represented by a number followed by the letter B. The higher the number, the softer the lead. Therefore, 4B lead will be very soft, 3B lead less so, and so on. Medium lead. With medium leads, the letter B represents the softest kind and will write like a No. 1 pencil. HB medium leads write the same as a No. 2 pencil. F medium leads are similar to a No. 2 pencil. Last but not least, H medium leads will be hardest and correspond to a No. 3 pencil. Hard lead. The hardness rating for hard lead is indicated by a number followed by an H. As the numbers increase, so too will the hardness of your lead. An 2H pencil (corresponding to No. 4) will be softer than a 3H pencil, and so on. If you are aware that you have a tendency to use hard or soft pressure when writing, you should take this into account when choosing your lead hardness and thickness. The pressure you use when writing can have a distinct affect on the marks you leave on the page. Heavy handed writers may find fine points break easily when writing, while soft leads leave behind thick, clumsy looking lines. If you're one such person, you may want to stick with medium thickness leads of medium hardness or harder. Light handed writers may have difficulty with harder leads. You may find, if you have a lighter touch, that hard leads force you to press with your pencil harder than is comfortable.

SUMMARY: Choose the correct diameter of lead. Determine the best hardness for your work. Consider your writing style.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Before you hit the streets to promote a brand or product, you need to make sure you know everything you need to know in order to effectively do so. Proper training will tell you what your responsibilities are and how you need to behave while you're out promoting. Learn how to operate any vehicles, hardware, or devices that you'll be expected to use in the field. Complete any certifications that the brand or organization requires in order for you to be a street promoter. Some areas may not allow you to solicit without a certification or a permit, which should be provided to you by the group you work for. In order to effectively promote a product or brand, you need to know as much about it as possible. You will need to be able to answer questions and provide additional information to people when you're out on the streets. Research the market for the product that you'll be promoting so you're confident and knowledgeable. Know all of the prices of what you're promoting. Whether you're on the street getting the word out for an upcoming concert or you're promoting a company's new product line, you need to know who it is you're trying to pitch it to. Research your audience so you can more effectively promote to the people who are more likely to respond positively. Ask the company about who you should promote to. Use your natural abilities to promote. For example, if you read a lot of fantasy fiction and you're promoting an author's new book, use your knowledge to explain why this new book is interesting and how it compares to other books that you've read. People may not feel comfortable talking to somebody in regular clothes. You need to look the part as a street promoter. A T-shirt, jewelry, hats, or any other accessories that match the brand or product will immediately identify you as part of the street team. For example, if you're promoting an upcoming concert, wear a T-shirt with the band's name or logo on it. Your attire should correspond with what you're promoting. For instance, if you're promoting an upcoming punk rock show, you wouldn't wear slacks and a button-down dress shirt to engage people on the street. You'll be on your feet and walking around constantly as a street promoter, so do yourself a favor and wear a comfortable pair of shoes. You can't successfully promote on the street if people can see that you're uncomfortable or in pain. Your shoes should still be appropriate for what you're wearing and promoting. You wouldn't wear a pair of white sneakers and slacks if you're promoting a business convention, for example.

SUMMARY:
Complete any training programs that are required. Learn about the products or brand that you're promoting. Research your target demographic so you're able to appeal to them. Wear clothing and accessories that advertise the brand. Put on a comfortable pair of shoes.