INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you have any immediate questions or concerns, you can get them answered as soon as you enter the terminal. Just visit either the check-in desk or the information desk and wait for a representative to help you. They'll be able to highlight key flight details and give you a refresher on airline policy. Arrive a little early so you can clear up any uncertainty about your flight with plenty of time to spare. Resolving potential complications before the process of finding your way to the gate and scanning your boarding pass will help ensure that you reach your destination without a hitch. All over the airport you'll find large overhead displays informing travelers about the status of upcoming flights. A quick glance at one of these monitors should tell you your flight's destination, what gate it's departing from, when it leaves, and whether it's on time or delayed. Most flight information display systems show arrivals and departures separately, so make sure you're looking at the right one to avoid accidentally missing your flight. When you arrive at the gate specified by your boarding pass, speak with the representative at the information desk and ask them for details about your flight. These employees have a finger on the pulse of the airline's comings and goings in order to organize passengers and board flights in a timely fashion, which means they're qualified to tell you whatever you need to know. The representative at the gate can also explain seating issues, confusing delays and last-minute connections. Be careful not to get in the way of travelers who are attempting to board while you're standing at the gate.

SUMMARY: Get more info at the check-in desk when you receive your boarding pass. Look for a display screen at the terminal. Talk to someone at the gate.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A stressful home life, medical problems, or personal issues could be making them feel frustrated or sad. Check in periodically with your employees. Ask them thoughtful, open-ended questions about their lives to see what may be causing their negativity. It's good to ask these questions in a casual setting, such as by the coffee machine or in the lunch room. For example, you might ask, "How is your family doing?" or "How have you been doing recently?" If the employee does not want to talk about their personal life, do not push the issue. Just say, "I understand." You might talk to them about less personal subjects, such as television, sports, or weather. If you acknowledge your employee's accomplishments, they will have more pride in their work. Let them know that you are proud of their work. This will help reinforce positive behaviors in the workplace. For example, if Marla recently completed a big project, you can say, "Great job on this project! You did really well getting this out to us quickly." Be specific with your feedback. For example, you might say, "You saved us so much money this quarter after finding that error in the books. We really appreciate having you here." In many cases, people may feel as though their work is worthless. To give your employees a sense of purpose, remind them of how important their work is to their coworkers, team, and company. For example, you might say, "Thank you for completing these reports. I know they're tedious, but they help everyone get the information they need more quickly." You can also say something like, "We would not have been able to complete this project without you." Even if you think the change will be a positive one, asking your employees about their opinions helps them feel as though they have a say in their workplace. Consider implementing their feedback if possible. Open-ended questions are best, as they will help you get more honest feedback. For example, you might say, "We're thinking of making some changes to the breakroom. What would you like to see there?" For decisions that come from higher up, give your employees plenty of warning if possible. You might say, "Senior management is thinking of extending work hours during the holiday season. What concerns might you have about this?" Never dismiss their problem, even if it comes from a very negative employee. Occasionally, take the chance to repeat what they are saying back to them. This will reinforce that you hear and understand their frustrations. For example, you might say, "What I am hearing is that you are upset that IT ignores your broken computer. Is that correct?" Seriously consider all suggestions. Instead of saying, "no, we can't do that," you might say, "Let me think about it and get back to you" or "yes, we might be able to do that." Ignoring problems does not make them go away, and it can worsen negativity in the office. Your employees will feel better about their work if they think that their concerns are taken seriously.

SUMMARY: Ask your employees about their life outside of work. Praise the employee when they do a good job. Tell employees how they contribute to the success of the company. Solicit feedback from your employees before making changes. Listen actively to your employees when they discuss a problem.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If your blinds have too much built up dirt, a simple dusting may not totally clean them. A deeper clean for wood blinds requires you to use water. Do not mix any cleaners or chemicals with the water. The chemicals in traditional cleaners can create stains and streaks that can ruin your blinds. Wood blinds that make prolonged contact with water can cause your blinds to spot and warp. To avoid this, lightly dab your cloth and wring it out before you use it. You only need a little bit of water to dampen your cloth, not totally saturate it. Positioning your wooden slats to an almost closed position will make wiping each individual slat easier. Using your damp rag, wipe each slat from left to right. Once you are done wiping one side, make sure that also wipe the other side. Make sure to scrub harder on areas with stains, using a circular motion. Water can warp, discolor, or create spotting on wood blinds. To prevent this from happening, make sure that you get all of the water off the blinds with a dry rag. You can dry each slat with a microfiber cloth, dry sock, or a soft cotton rag. Clean the other side of your wooden slats by angling them onto the other side and repeat the process of wiping them down and drying them.

SUMMARY:
Fill a bucket with 1-2 inches of warm water. Use a clean sock or soft cotton rag and dab it into the water. Angle your wood slats to an almost closed position. Starting from the top, wipe down each slat individually. Dry each slat individually with a dry rag. Angle your slats the other way and repeat.