Problem: Article: It's normal to lose your train of thought on occasion during a stressful situation like a phone interview. To prevent this from happening, write down some main points you want to discuss on some sticky notes and place them around the edge of your computer screen. Having them right in front of you is a good safety net in case you stumble over your answers. On the sticky notes, include things like the company's mission statement, a list of work history information you want to make sure they are aware of, and a couple of prepared answers to questions you expect they might ask you. The call will generally be made during business hours and may take you by surprise. If that happens, ask the caller to hold for a moment while you move to a quiet location. If the phone call is scheduled for a specific time, try to be ready at least ten minutes ahead of time so that you have a moment to calm your nerves. During the call, you may be asked to discuss why you're currently looking for work; what skills you have that meet the position requirements; and whether your pay requirements fall within the hiring range. There may also be questions relating to your job stability or why you changed from job to job. Consider your answers ahead of time so that you'll have your responses ready. It's normal to talk faster when you're nervous, so try to make a conscious effort to slow down your speech pace during the interview. You should even consider waiting a bit longer than you normally would (just by a few seconds) before answering questions so that you make sure the caller has enough time to finish their question and you don't accidentally talk over them. Speaking too fast can make you seem nervous and unprepared. It can also cause you to rush into an answer before you've had enough time to fully consider your response. Since the caller can't actually see you smiling, it's important that you convey a slightly exaggerated sense of enthusiasm over the phone. Don't go too over-the-top with it, but let the caller know that you're excited about this opportunity. Laugh (when appropriate) at jokes and respond to questions with enthusiasm. Once you have answered all the questions, be sure that you don't end the call without knowing what the next step will be. Find out if they will contact you for an in-person interview, or if you can schedule the interview now. Make note of the date and time; the name, title, and phone number of the person with whom you'll be meeting; the address or location, and directions to get there (if offered). Be sure that you are clear about what the next steps are and the expected timeline for moving forward. Before hanging up, thank the caller for their time and consideration. Inform the caller that you are interested in moving forward and enjoyed the conversation. Try saying something like, "Thank you for the call. I am very interested in this opportunity and excited about moving forward in the process. What is the next step?"
Summary: Prepare some sticky notes with important points written on them. Take a short moment to collect yourself before launching into the conversation. Be prepared to talk about yourself. Speak slowly and clearly. Project a bigger level of enthusiasm than normal. Follow through with the next steps. End the call on a positive note.

Problem: Article: If you're using a gas grill, you can set the temperature by turning the knobs on the front of the grill. If you're using a charcoal grill, pile the charcoal in a pyramid shape on the bottom of the grill. Use lighter fluid and a lighter to ignite the coals. Let the fire die, then wait 10 minutes so that all of the coals are at the right temperature. If you have an automatic starter, press the start button after you've loaded the grill with charcoal.
Summary: Set your grill to 350450F (177232C).

Problem: Article: If you've decided to build your own living wall, you may want to give it a test run before hanging it. Small mistakes in its lining can lead to dirt and water spreading to the load bearing wall your living wall is attached to. Prevent this by putting dirt in your wall before hanging and watering it. If leakage occurs, you may have to reline your living wall with plastic. You'll likely want to remove the dirt you used when testing before you actually install your living wall. The weight of the dirt can make it extra cumbersome when hanging. Depending on the size and weight of your pallet, you may need a helper to efficiently and safely install your living wall. Hold the back of your living wall so that it aligns with the dimensions you have previously drawn on the wall. Use a level to check that it isn't crooked. Then: Use your screwdriver and several suitable screws to anchor your living wall to the studs behind it. The kind of screws suitable for your project will depend on the size of your living wall. A larger pallet will require a sturdier screw to hold it in place. You should lay down a tarp or an old sheet to collect any dirt that falls on the floor. Take your potting soil and add it to the shelves/boxes of your new living wall. At this point you should also consider adding a controlled release fertilizer for your plants. Controlled release fertilizers offer nourishment to plants over time, reducing the amount of continued fertilizing you'll need to do. As these fertilizers vary considerably from brand to brand, you should follow the directions that come with it carefully. You may want to leave your sheet or tarp in place while adding plants to your living wall. However, if you intend on growing plants from seed, you should be fine removing your sheet or tarp, shaking the dirt on it free outside, and then putting it away. What you grow is up to you! But to give you some ideas, some of the most successful plants used by wall growers include the lipstick plant (aeschynanthus radicans), the sword fern (nephrolepis exaltata), wedding vine (stephanotis floribunda), and wax flower (hoya Carnosa). You could create a mosaic looking living wall by growing succulents like Hens-and-Chicks (Sempervivum tectorum / Echeveria elegans), aloe, Panda Plants (Kalanchoe tomentosa), Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi), and more. These will create a relatively low maintenance patchwork effect in your hanging garden. In mellower rooms, you may want to give a relaxed vibe. This can be accomplished with climbing and hanging vines. You might try Grape/Oakleaf Ivy, English Ivy, Philodendron, and Spider Plants. Without proper circulation, your plants will have difficulty purifying the air throughout your house. You can improve circulation very easily by adding a box fan or circulating fan to the room your living wall is in. This way, more air passes under the purifying touch of your living wall. You may find, especially during certain times of the year, that your living wall does not receive the same amount of lighting it did when your wall was built and hung. You don't need to install recessed lighting, though, for your plants to flourish! A simple lamp equipped with a grow light can help your plants make it through the gloomier times of the year. Grow lights are specially designed light bulbs that emit a kind of light that encourages plants to photosynthesize. Normal household light bulbs will not stimulate photosynthesis in the same way. How frequently you water and fertilize your plants will depend entirely on the kind of plants you have chosen to populate your living wall with. However, you should be aware that the resources normally available in nature won't be available to the plants in your living wall. Failing to water or fertilize can lead your plants to expire very quickly.
Summary:
Test your design. Install your living wall. Add soil to your living wall. Insert plants, or try to grow some from seeds. Improve circulation to receive the benefits of purer air. Add lighting to improve growing conditions for your wall. Water and fertilize your plants.