Get in touch with nonprofits, schools, or other budget-strapped institutions near you. See if there's a computer technology problem that you can address. Put this experience on your resume (in a separate spot than paid job) to show employers that you've applied your education and certifications out in the real world. Usually, you won't be able to just jump in as an IT manager. Most companies will want to see that you've worked in the IT field for several years before moving up to a management role. Start by applying for jobs as an IT specialist or IT support worker. It's possible that you can become a manager in your own department! Talk to your boss about adding management-like tasks to your current workload. Mention that you're interested in eventually moving up to IT manager, and see if they think that you can gradually assume that role. This slow transition will allow you to ease into your new position. It's possible that there won't be advancement opportunities where you work now. If that's the case, go to Indeed or LinkedIn to search for open positions near you. Write down the skills companies are looking for and see if you match any listings. If you have all but 1 or 2 of the skills a particular listing mentions, apply! Your education, experience, cover letter, or interview may set you apart from the rest of the pack. Put your technical skills and certifications right at the top of the resume. For jobs you've held in the past, talk about measurable accomplishments instead of daily duties.Tailor every resume to the job you're applying for by reading the listing closely. Use your document to emphasize that you're exactly what the company needs. For example, a company will be less interested in knowing that you "oversaw network maintenance." Instead, say that you "changed network diagnostic protocols, minimizing glitches and cutting time-to-repair by 50% in 2017." Go online and do research about the company as you're writing your cover letter. This will allow you to show that you're enthusiastic about what the company does. Demonstrate your excitement about the IT career field generally, as well as the particular job you're applying for. Cover letters generally shouldn't be more than 1 single-spaced page. Proofread carefully before you submit your application! A typo on a resume or cover letter sticks out like a sore thumb. When you're brought in for an interview, wear clean and pressed clothing. Show your self-confidence with upright posture, steady eye contact, and a level voice. Be ready for technical questions about your abilities as an IT worker. You'll also want to prepare responses for standard and management-related questions such as the following: "How would you handle a frustrated client who felt like the IT department hadn't properly handled their technology issues?" "How would you address an employee whose productivity suddenly declined?" "Can you describe a difficult problem you encountered in the past and how you solved it?" "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" "Can you tell me a little bit about yourself, your work experience and educational background?"
++++++++++
One-sentence summary -- Volunteer your skills with a local organization to get experience. Work as an entry-level IT employee for 5-6 years. Ask for more responsibilities at your current company. Find IT manager jobs online if you want to change companies. Write a resume that showcases your tech and management skills. Write a concise but passionate cover letter. Ace your interview by preparing and dressing the part.

This will be the drawer where you can put cords, bandages, and anything else that may be useful in the kitchen but not used very frequently. Some things that might fit into this category include: Cords and chargers Twine or string Batteries Scissors Tape Flashlight Sticky notes Small containers with lids or plastic baby food containers work perfectly for this. You can put several containers in 1 drawer. Clear lids help you see what is inside. If you can't find clear lids, label the top with what's inside. Some useful items to store this way include: Rubberbands Paper clips Twist ties Safety pins Condiment packets These don't need a lid on them. You can use small cardboard boxes, drawer dividers, or empty Tupperware containers. Stick 1 type of miscellaneous item in each bin. This works well for: Chargers A pair of scissors Pens Bag clips Miscellany drawers can often become junk drawers. If you don't clean out the drawer often, it may become disorganized very quickly. Once every 3 months, go back through your miscellaneous item drawer and toss anything that you don't need or use.
++++++++++
One-sentence summary -- Assign a drawer for extra items. Place small or easily lost items in separate plastic containers. Stick larger items into bins. Clean out the drawer once every 3 months.

Before attempting to clean a HEPA filter, you'll need to find out whether or not it's washable. Some filters need to be rinsed out periodically, while any contact with water will ruin others. If you don't have your product manual, you can search online for your appliance's manufacturer and model number to download a digital copy. Washable filters are used in both air purifiers and vacuum cleaners. Larger filters can be cumbersome and hold lots of dirt and debris that you might not want to release into your house. Take your appliance outside or to the garage to remove and clean the filter if you're concerned about your home's air quality. Just make sure you're within reach of a garden hose or water faucet. If your filter is small and easy to handle, or if you're not worried about spilling any dust, you can just remove the filter indoors and rinse it in a sink. Make sure your air purifier or vacuum cleaner is turned off and unplugged. Remove the canister or panel that encases the filter, then slide the filter out of the appliance. Check your product guide if you're not sure how to access the HEPA filter. Never operate an air purifier or vacuum cleaner without a filter. The filter might be caked with dirt and debris, depending on the type of appliance and how often you clean the filter. If necessary, you can gently tap the filter over a garbage can. This will knock off excess debris and loosen any built up dirt. You should use gentle or moderate pressure, as high pressure could ruin the filter. Rinse the filter until the water runs clear and dirt free. Some manufacturers recommend a lukewarm water rinse, while others stipulate cold water only, so check your product guide for the best water temperature for your specific filter. In general, you should rinse both sides of a washable flat filter. Cylindrical wet/dry vacuum filters should only be rinsed on their exterior and should not get wet inside the cylinder. All washable HEPA filters must dry completely before reinstallation. Shake off excess water, then leave your filter out to air dry for at least 24 hours. Never put your filter in a clothes dryer, use a blower dryer, or use any method other than natural air drying.
++++++++++
One-sentence summary -- Check your product manual to see if you can wash your filter. Disassemble the appliance outside to prevent releasing dirt and debris in your home. Remove the filter from your appliance. Tap the filter over a trash can to loosen debris. Rinse the filter with water. Let your filter air dry completely before reinstalling it.

Once the sugar syrup has reached the right temperature, turn off the heat. Slowly add the cream and butter mixture to the syrup, whisking gently to fully incorporate it. After you've finished adding all of the cream and butter to the pan, stop whisking. When you mix in the cream and butter, the sugar syrup will triple in size as it bubbles up. Don't be alarmed. Once the cream mixture is fully incorporated into the sugar syrup, turn the heat under the pan back up to medium or medium-high, and bring the caramel mixture to a boil. Don't stir the caramel as it boils. Remove the pan from the heat when the mixture reaches 245 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit (118 to 121 degrees Celsius). The caramel mixture will start out a golden color, but gradually deepen to a reddish-brown caramel shade as it cooks. Right after you remove the caramel from the heat, whisk in teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract into the mixture. Work quickly so the mixture doesn't get too thick before you fully incorporate the vanilla.
++++++++++
One-sentence summary --
Combine the butter and milk mixture with the sugar syrup. Bring the caramel mixture to a boil. Stir in the the vanilla.