Article: " One of the major reasons why people give in to their non-negotiables is that they are afraid to say "no." Perhaps they don't want to hurt someone's feelings or they just don't have the confidence to say "no." Whatever the reason, they hurt themselves when they give in. Learning to say "no" helps you stay true to yourself and your beliefs. When someone asks you to compromise your non-negotiables, you can simply say to them, "I hope you understand, but my answer has to be no. I don't mean to hurt your feelings and I'm sorry if I did." You can then explain why, if you feel comfortable doing so. For example, your best friend may ask you if she can look over your shoulder during a test because she has been upset about a breakup and couldn't study. However, if you have a non-negotiable about cheating or lying, then you can say no and cite this reason. Whether it is work or relationship-related, it's important to lay your non-negotiables out on the table. Putting them out there before someone has the chance to challenge them is a good way to help you enforce them. If someone knows what your non-negotiables are, they may be less likely to ask you to violate them. If you and your partner are getting serious, you could say, "Before we proceed with this relationship, I just want you to know what I consider to be my non-negotiables." When you are starting a new job, you could say to your boss, "I'm excited to work with you, but there are a few things that I cannot do, such as work past 7 pm." Letting them know your non-negotiables could prevent you from investing too much into the relationships if the person isn't willing to accept them. You may find that, no matter what, some people simply can't resist trying to challenge you. If you worry you'll bend because of this, simply stay away from those people, if you are able to. Allowing them to consistently tempt you may result in you doing something you regret. For instance, if you have a friend that wants you to drink alcohol, even though you abstaining from it is a non-negotiable, don't go out into that type of setting with them. If your partner is adamant about having kids and you don't want them, perhaps you should end the relationship. Staying true to yourself is difficult, and having people around you who don't support your beliefs can threaten your well-being. It's often easier to give into your non-negotiables than to stand strong for them. However, giving ineven one timegives others the impression that they aren't actually non-negotiables. This may make them believe they can tempt you again, which may make you fold. Compromising on non-negotiables will eventually catch up with a relationship, and it will be much more painful to resolve these issues later on, or this may also lead to a more painful breakup. Learn to listen to your gut and your heart.
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Learn to say "no. Let people know what your non-negotiables are. Avoid people who can't respect them. Never give in.
Article: Beat for about 2 minutes. Blend until properly combined, but do not over-mix. Slice the cookie into pieces. Top with whipped cream, if desired. Enjoy!
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (180 degrees Celsius). Grease a cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Cream the butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Fold in the cream of tarter, flour, baking soda, salt and sprinkles. Flatten and spread the cookie dough on the cookie sheet. Bake the cookie in the oven for about 14-16 minutes. Allow the cookie to cool for about 10 minutes. Serve.
Article: Include a copy of any certifications or degrees that you have as well as an updated copy of your resume. Place these documents at the end of your portfolio in case potential clients want to know about where you went to school, where you've worked, and what your certifications are. If you have any reviews or references, include them on the very last page of your portfolio. It won't come up all the time, but it's good to have proof that you're a responsible and adept designer should a potential client ask. You can include 2-3 professional references as well in case any freelance work comes along. Compile your images on a flash drive and take it to a print shop or bookmaker. Explain that you're creating an interior design portfolio and work with the print expert to lay the images and text out in a layout that looks right to you. Once you're happy with the layout, pay to have 3-5 copies of your portfolio printed. This may cost $40-100 depending on the options you choose, but the finished product will look incredible! Keep it simple when it comes to the cover. A black leather cover with your name on the front will work just fine. The focus should be on what's inside, not outside! Keep the digital copy of the layout in case you ever need to have additional copies printed. Instead of paying to get the portfolio printed, you can print the images out on high-end paper and have the pages laminated. Use a hole puncher or slide the images into protective sleeves and place them in a binder. Be sure to keep this portfolio in a safe location so that you don't need to do make it a second time! This is more cost effective than having the portfolio professionally printed, and it's a great option if you want to go with a more DIY, authentic option. Stuff 5-10 business cards inside a pocket somewhere so that you can pull them out a moment's notice. This is also key if you plan on attending any job fairs so that you can hand out your contact information quickly. As a designer, make sure that your business cards reflect your design philosophy. A simple black and white card with an elegant typeface is great if you're a more modern or minimalistic designer, for example.
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Put your credentials and resume after your work. Keep testimonials and references at the very end of the portfolio. Have the portfolio professionally printed and bound for a cleaner look. Print the images and place them in a binder to do it yourself. Place a few business cards somewhere in the portfolio to hand them out quickly.