Problem: Article: It may be tempting to send out as many packets as possible to as many different places as possible, using a bland broadcast designed to reach as many different avenues as possible. Wrong. Be judicious in sending out packets, sending packets only to the companies you honestly think will work with your venture. Personalize every single email, packet, and correspondence you send out. Taking the lazy way out will only ensure that your project never gets the sponsorship it deserves. Wait a few days and then call the people you sent sponsorship packets to. Ask them if they have received your request. Find out if they have any questions. Make sure they know where to reach you when they make a decision. If you've got one company contributing $10,000 to your event, how will you treat them differently than the other company contributing a couple hundred bucks? The difference should be notable and substantial, from the perks you offer to the publicity to the way you talk with them on the phone. It's the time to wine and dine to make sure you keep them happy and on the hook.
Summary: Avoid the scattergun approach. Send the potential sponsors on your list your individualized sponsorship packets. Follow up with a phone call. Customize your approach to each sponsor as they get on board.

Problem: Article: Write this down in the liquids column. If you need 2 cups of water, you now need 4. Write this number down in the liquids column. Alcohol has a stronger flavor and will become too concentrated if doubled. You will use a different ratio with these in order to get the measurements right. However, don't double the amount of olive oil or butter you use in the pan with sauteing. The aim should be to use enough to cover the pan you are using, so if you use a bigger pan, you use as much as you need to cover the pan.
Summary: Increase the amount of water you use by a multiple of 2. Use twice as much stock. Leave alcohol-based ingredients, such as sherry, wine, beer and spirits to the special ingredients section. Consider ingredients like soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and other concentrated sauces to be seasonings. Double the amount of butter or olive oil that is called for in a recipe mix.

Problem: Article: If you need the structure of a diet to reach your goals, keep track of everything you eat and calculate the number of calories you are consuming by using an online calorie counter. Then compare that number to the number of calories you actually need. You can find this out by using an online Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) calculator. Use this information to cut your calories by a safe amount. A modest reduction in calories, combined with a modest increase in activity, can go a long way in helping you reach your weight loss goals. Never consume less than 1,200 calories per day unless you are instructed to do so by a doctor and you are under medical supervision. To help you keep track of your calories on the go, try downloading a mobile app such as MyFitnessPal. If you need to slim down for a big event, make sure to diet in a healthy way. Ramp up your healthy eating habits by making sure everything you eat is high in nutrients and vitamins. Try to cut out foods that cause inflammation. Common culprits are alcohol, grains, and sugar. Instead, eat lots of green vegetables. This should leave you looking and feeling less bloated in a pinch. Aim for 30 to 60 minutes of exercise each day. You can incorporate a combination of structured workouts, like jogging or taking a yoga class, and everyday activities, like walking up the stairs, into your lifestyle. Assess your activity level by wearing a pedometer. This will give you a good idea of how much you are already moving during an ordinary day and how much activity you need to add into your daily routine. A combination of different types of exercise is ideal because it will allow you to focus on different muscle groups. In order for your body to function at its best, it needs ample time to recharge and regenerate. Aim for 8 hours of sleep every night. If this is impossible, see if you can get an extra 15 to 30 minutes each night. Anything helps!
Summary: Try counting calories. Use healthy last-minute diet tricks. Exercise. Get plenty of sleep.

Problem: Article: Use ground pork, chicken, turkey, or any meat you prefer. You can also mix meats for a more creative pie. Try cooking bacon and mixing it into your ground meat. Buy your favorite Italian sausage and cut it out of the casting to mix into your pie filling. You can try lamb, veal, or even tuna flakes. Make sure your meat is fully cooked before adding it to your filling. If you are looking for a sweet and savory pie, try adding some additional ingredients to your filling recipe. Add: 8 ounces of raisins. 4 ounces of dried figs (chopped). 2 ounces dried cherries (chopped) 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped. 1 lemon zested and juiced. 1 orange zested and juiced. 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground clove 6 ounces dark brown sugar Bring some heat to your meat pie with the addition of a few ingredients and seasonings. Try mincing 1 jalapeno chili and 2 garlic cloves for your filling. Add 4 tsp of curry powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric and 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper. Use these seasonings when cooking your ground beef to create a delicious spicy meat pie. Use your favorite ingredients and flavors to influence your own version of a meat pie. For a Mexican influenced meat pie, add refried beans and cheddar cheese to your filling. If you are looking for a vegetarian meat pie, substitute 1/2 cup (90 g) brown lentils for ground meat. You can also try adding artichoke hearts. Get as creative as you'd like!
Summary:
Try different types of meat. Make mincemeat sweet pie. Make a spicy meat pie. Get creative. Finished.