In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Some people like to write on a computer, whereas others work better with pencil and paper. There are pros and cons to each, so think about which way will work better for you. If you're not sure, you can try each method and see which feels more comfortable to you. A computer will let you erase and edit more easily, and also let you undo mistakes and save alternate drafts with ease. Pencil and paper makes you slow down and really think about what you're writing on the page. Studies have also shown that writing by hand strengthens the brain. Acrostics may sound complicated, but they're really not! All you need to remember is that the first letter of each line, when read vertically, must spell out the topic of the poem. The topic is often a single word, but can be more than that if you'd like. Consider this example of an acrostic poem about the sun. Keep in mind that the word you choose to serve as the first letter of each line will determine the length of your acrostic. Choose a word that corresponds with the length you want to write. If the word you want to write about is too long or too short, consult a thesaurus for synonyms. For example, if "love" is too short, you might try "friendship," "adoration," "devotion," "tenderness," etc. Remember that you can also use multiple words for your subject if you'd like. This is an easy way to add length. What do you want to write about? Choose a subject that you have a lot to say about, and hopefully one that gives you the opportunity to use your writing chops with sensory imagery and inventive language. Some helpful brainstorming activities might include: Keeping an ongoing notebook where you keep track of things you want to write about Making lists of the characteristics of the thing you want to write about For example: your mother's personality, her appearance, your favorite memory of her, how her voice sounds, what her perfume smells like, etc. Taking a walk and making notes about what you see in your notebook Taking inspiration from a piece of art. How does your favorite song or painting make you feel? Write about yourself! Who do you know better than yourself?
Summary: Decide what materials to use. Understand how acrostics work. Brainstorm.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You need to make sure your relationship is in the right place before you go from dating to a committed relationship. You need to decide if the two of you are ready to go to this next step. There are some criteria that you can look at to see if you are ready for the next step. Questions you can ask yourself are: Do we hang out on a frequent basis (more than once a week)? Do we talk to one another outside of our dates? Do you both initiate conversations and dates? Do we enjoy being around each other when we are together? Have you met one another's friends? Communication is key to any relationship. Before you make the transition between dating to a relationship, you need to discuss some things with your partner about where the dating is going, if your partner wants to change the status of your interactions as well, and if your partner is ready for the next step. Try to avoid having a ''talk'', meaning you should try to bring it up lightly or at a comfortable moment. Don't bombard your partner with a "Where are we going?" speech. You should also ask what your partner expects out of a relationship so you know if you fulfill the requirements. Sometimes, being in a relationship can sneak up on you without realizing it. This is common if you are comfortable with your partner and just haven't verbalized it yet. If this is the case, you just need to tell your partner that you want to make things official. Some signs that you are already in a relationship are: You date each other exclusively You spend every weekend together without having to ask Your partner has seen you at your best and worst You've fought and made it through to the other side You've talked honestly about your exes You're really good friends with each other's friends You stay in more often than you go out on dates There are many reasons to want to start being in an official relationship with your partner. Feeling ready for the next step, wanting to be with the other person more, and wanting to connect with the other person are common reasons people being a relationship. You should not begin a relationship, however, if you are feeling pressured into by your partner or because all your friends are doing it. Also never enter into a relationship to save things between you and your partner. If you move to this step too early, you may end up ruining your relationship.
Summary: Assess the state of your relationship. Talk to your partner. Look for signs you are already in a relationship. Do it for the right reasons.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The employment relationship starts with a paycheck, and in the end, paying good wages is still the best way to keep employees happy. An employee who is paid more than the market rate is a happy employeebut more than that, they're an employee who wants to do whatever they can to stay at your firm. They have something in their employment relationship with you that's difficult to find elsewhere. Good wages aren't the same thing as "competitive wages." An employer paying competitive wages is paying as close to the median wage as is possible, while an employer paying good wages is paying at the level they need to pay to keep the best employees. An underpaid employee is an employee who will resent their employer sooner or later. Resentful employees are the kinds of employees most likely to come into legal or personal conflict with their employers. What counts as employer sponsored benefits in the US (paid time off, health and retirement insurance) are provided for or mandated by the government in almost every other country. The implication being, what is considered a "benefit" in the US is considered a right in most other areas of the world. By offering a benefits package that not only covers the basics like health and retirement, but goes above and beyond, an employer can attract and retain the most qualified employees. Think about offering perks like employee development programs (such as continuing education and credentialing), company stocks as compensation, and phased retirement programs. These signal to your employees that you're as committed to them as you expect them to be to you. There are few things that wreak more havoc in an individual's private life than unpredictable work schedules. It is one of the strongest signals an employer can send that an employee's time is unimportant. Very few people live to workmost are working to live. When last-minute scheduling changes consistently interrupt important personal events, it kills morale. Workplaces with low morale are breeding grounds for conflict between employers and employees and between employees themselves. And it's a rational reactionif an employer doesn't value an employee's time, they don't value the employee. And an employee who isn't valued by their employer will only value the job as long as they can't find one that pays better. Behaviors like sexual and racial discrimination and harassment not only undermine the human dignity of their targets, but they vastly increase the likelihood of conflict between employers and employees (in the form of legal action). No one deserves to be a target of ridicule because of how they were born. Employee complaints of harassment or discrimination must be seriously investigated and swiftly addressed. Failure to do anything less can be perceived as an endorsement of the discriminatory behavior. These types of complaints are often difficult to verify. However, most employment arrangements in the US are at-will, meaning that the employer can fire the employee for any reason. There's no obligation to retain an employee suspected of harassment just because it can't be proven they committed an offense on a specific time and day. Therefore, it behooves an employer to look beyond the immediate circumstances of the complaint and examine the totality of the suspected employee's behavior. Check social media posts, company emails, and the experiences of others to get a true feel for the employee's attitudes. Finally, an employer can avoid conflict with employees by showing their appreciation for their employees. Recognize and reward team and individual performance. While a little recognition won't compensate for low pay or poor benefits, it shows the employer is willing to go the extra mile. You can show appreciation in a variety of ways. Throw holiday parties. Hold quarterly prize-drawings. Give birthday presents. Use your imagination.
Summary:
Pay good wages. Offer strong benefits packages. Issue predictable schedules. Protect your employees from predatory behavior from other employees. Show your appreciation.