Write an article based on this "Practice your arguments. Make calls at the right times. Know about your prospects. Follow up. Build relationships. Don't get discouraged."
article: Practice your speech and arguments with a coworker, your boss, or with anyone who will practice with you. Tell them how to act, for example as a cold call recipient or current customer. After your conversation, ask about anything you can improve on. Take this criticism to heart and make an effort to make changes. For example, rewrite your script if some parts don't flow well or are phrased in strange ways. Prospects will be irritated, or at least less willing to listen, if you call at the wrong times. For example, never call on Monday mornings or Friday afternoons. However, most people will answer if you call before 8:30 a.m. In addition, calls on days with inclement weather are more likely to be successful. Experiment with different times yourself; you may find that some times of day result in more successful calls than others. Even the best product will not be attractive to someone who doesn't need it. Focus your calls at prospects who may actually be interested in your business. Take it a step further and research your prospects before calling. Explore how your service or product might be of particular use to them. Write down ways you can connect your offerings to your prospect's needs. Create a system to keep track of prospective customers you have already called and spoken to. Make a note of any meetings you have set up with these customers. Send a short and sweet confirmation email the day before the meeting. For those customers who said they would consider your offer or get back to you, keep a record of the date of your first call and call them again a week or so later. Maintain a list either on paper or in a spreadsheet program so that this information is easily accessible. It is unlikely you will seal the sale after one call. Instead, you should focus on creating a relationship between you and the prospect. Fulfill promises that you make, like with meetings or return calls. Make the potential customer see you as friendly and trustworthy. This will improve your chances of eventually making a sale. You will get a lot of no's, excuses and even hang-ups. Quantity is the key; it is all a numbers game. It doesn't feel good when you get rejected, but it feels great when you get the appointment or sale! Think of how you want to be approached over the phone as well. Try to say things you would want to hear as a consumer at the other end of the phone. Some prospects may need to be called many times before they will bite. Don't give up! Don't worry about unreasonable or rude people on the other end of the phone, just clear it from your mind and move on.

Write an article based on this "Determine the trigger. Create a comforting environment. Play with them daily. Remain calm while your dog is sick."
article: Excessive licking among older dogs can also be associated with compulsive behavioral disorders that are triggered by anxiety or conflict. As your dog ages, they may become more disoriented and anxious. Excessive licking may develop as a compulsive behavior associated with stress. Try and determine what is causing this behavior. For example, does your dog lick while you are out of the house? Perhaps this is a result of separation anxiety. Maybe they stop and lick themselves when you say "come" because they are unsure if they will be scolded or praised. Try and determine the pattern associated with the compulsive behavior and treat accordingly. If you find your dog's licking is associated with separation, try to create a comforting environment for them when you leave. There are a number of things you can do to reduce your dog's stress and anxiety while they are left alone. Try these tips: Give them a treat to occupy their attention when you leave the house. Provide music and lighting to stimulate them while they are alone. Give them their favourite toy or an article of clothing that smells like you to comfort them. Some older dogs may begin a compulsive behavior, such as licking, out of boredom. Many pet owners will stop playing with and exercising their dog as they get older. They believe that the animal is unable to exert energy and needs to rest. In reality you should continue to stimulate your dog daily. This can help prevent neurological disorders. Take your dog for a short walk every day. Engage in gentle play with your dog for at least 10 minutes twice daily. If your dog is suffering from anxiety, it is important that you remain patient and calm. Dogs can feel the energy of their human companions. Try to remain calm and be a comforting source for your dog. Here are a few things that you can do to help relax your dog: Take deep breaths when you are anxious. Talk in a soft and gentle tone around your dog. Make deliberate and predictable movements around your aging dog.

Write an article based on this "Talk with your healthcare provider about your options. Consider your health. Consider the benefits of combination pills. Consider the risks of combination pills. Consider the benefits of the minipill. Consider the risks of the minipill. Think about your menstruation preferences. Know that some medications can interfere with the pill. Tell your doctor about any medications that you take."
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There are many safe and effective birth control options available for women. Birth control pills are widely available and can be inexpensive, making them an attractive option; however, depending on your needs, health, and pre-existing medical conditions, certain choices may be better for you, so it's important to discuss your birth control needs with your healthcare provider. There are two main kinds of birth control pills. Combination pills use the hormones estrogen and progestin. Another type, the minipill, uses only progestin. Combination pills also come in two types. Monophasic birth control pills all contain the same amount of estrogen and progestin. Multiphasic pills vary the amount of hormones in certain phases. Combination pills also come as "low-dose" pills. These pills contain less than 20 micrograms of ethinyl estradiol (normal birth control pills contain 50 micrograms or less). Women who are sensitive to hormones, especially estrogen, may benefit from the low-dose pill; however, the low-dose pill may also cause more bleeding between periods. Combination pills are commonly prescribed, but they are not always appropriate. Your doctor and you will make the final decision. If any of the following apply to you, your doctor may recommend that you do not use combination pills: You are breastfeeding You are older than age 35 and a smoker You have high blood pressure You have a history of pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis or you have an inherited condition that increases your risk of clots You have a history of breast cancer You have a history or heart disease or stroke You have medical complications related to diabetes You have liver or kidney disease You have unexplained uterine or vaginal bleeding You have a history of blood clots You have lupus You have migraine with aura You will be having major surgery that immobilizes you for a prolonged period of time You take St. John's wort, anticonvulsants, or anti-tuberculous medications Your doctor may recommend that you do not use the minipill if you have breast cancer, unexplained uterine or vaginal bleeding, or take anticonvulsant or anti-tuberculous medications. Combination pills offer a variety of benefits that make them an attractive choice for many women; however, they also carry some risks. When considering which type of pill is right for you, you may want to take both of these into account. Benefits of the combination pill include: Highly effective prevention of pregnancy when used correctly (99%) About eight in 100 women will become pregnant during the first year of using this pill due to incorrect usage Reduces menstrual cramping May protect against pelvic inflammatory disease Decreases your risk of ovarian and endometrial cancers Can reduce the frequency and heaviness of menstrual cycles Improves acne May help improve bone mineral density Reduces androgen production caused by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) Protects against ectopic pregnancy Reduces the risk of iron deficiency anemia due to heavy menstrual flow Protects against breast and ovarian cysts While combination pills offer many benefits, there are also risks that you should discuss with your doctor. Most of these risks are rare, but can be serious. Many of these risks increase if you have certain medical conditions or if you smoke. Risks of using combination birth control pills include: No protection against sexually transmitted infections or HIV (you must use condoms to protect against these) Increased risk of heart attack and stroke Increased risk of blood clots Increased risk of developing high blood pressure Increased risk of developing liver tumors, gallstones, or jaundice Increased breast tenderness Nausea or vomiting Weight gain Headache Depression Irregular bleeding Minipills, or progestin-only pills, have fewer benefits than combination pills; however, they also tend to have fewer risks. You should talk to your doctor to determine whether the minipill is a good choice for you. Benefits of the minipill include: May be able to be taken even if you have certain health problems, such as blood clots, high blood pressure, migraines, or risk of heart disease Can be used during breastfeeding Reduces menstrual cramping May make periods lighter May help protect against pelvic inflammatory disease While the risks of the minipill are fewer than for combination pills, it is still possible to experience rare but severe side effects from using it. Speak with your doctor to consider whether the benefits outweigh the risks for you. Risks of using the minipill include: No protection against sexually transmitted infections or HIV (you must use condoms to protect against these) Potentially less effective than combination pills Backup birth control is required if you forget to take the pill within three hours of the same time every day Bleeding between periods (more common with the minipill than with combination pills) Increased breast tenderness Nausea and vomiting Increased risk of ovarian cysts Slightly increased risk of ectopic pregnancy vs. combination pills Possible increase in acne Weight gain Depression Unusual hair growth Headache If you are healthy enough for birth control pills, you have a few options. If you choose combination birth control pills which many women do you can choose to reduce the frequency of your menstrual cycles if you wish. Continuous-dose pills, also called extended-cycle pills, reduce the number of menstrual cycles you have each year. Women may have as few as four periods a year. Some women may stop having a period altogether. Conventional pills do not reduce the number of menstrual cycles. You'll still have a period every month. Your doctor can help you determine whether you are taking any medications or supplements that will interfere with your birth control's effectiveness. Medications that are known to interfere with the effectiveness of hormonal birth control include: Several antibiotics, including penicillin and tetracycline Certain seizure medications Certain drugs used to treat HIV Anti-tuberculosis drugs St. John's wort Before you decide on a birth control pill, tell your doctor about any medications and supplements that you're currently taking. Some medications interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills, and many others may cause negative interactions and side effects. Make sure to mention if you take any of the following: Thyroid hormone drugs Benzodiazepines (such as diazepam) Prednisone drugs Tricyclic antidepressants Beta-blockers Anti-coagulants ("blood thinners" like warfarin) Insulin