INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Figure out what you would like to be paid for writing. You may have different rates for different outlets; for example, you might charge less to write an article for a nonprofit organization's blog than you would for a larger business. You can be flexible on your rates, but you should establish a standard. It's important to have rates so that you have a fee to quote if you are hired for a writing job. There are many websites and other publications that need writing, but they often don't know what to charge. Give them a starting point and negotiate depending on length, difficulty and time involvement. It's also important to not charge too little. If you are constantly undercutting your rates, you may find it difficult to raise them and earn what you really deserve. If you are trying to get writing jobs that pay by the piece, you may get many small payments. It can be easier for many employers or outlets to pay you through a simple payment service like PayPal. You can usually register for free on an online payment service like PayPal, but they may take a small percentage of your pay. If you're making money, you'll likely have to claim it on your taxes. Make sure you keep meticulous records of your income, including job, date, and amount. If you are collecting royalties from a book, remember that this is also taxable income. Show your clients that you are an active writer who is currently working. Even if you're not getting paid, you should still have relevant, current examples of your writing available on your website. Every six months or so, comb through your writing to find the best of your recent work. Add one or two of these to your portfolio.

SUMMARY: Establish your rates. Get an online payment account. Keep track of your writing income. Keep your materials up-to-date.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Fold the excess fabric down, angling the fold either outward or inward. Pin the fold into place. For a scalloped neckline, pin the fold inwards. For a v-neck, pin outwards. Hand sew the fold so the sewing is less prominent. Pin them to the fabric and then sew them. Fold the open edges inward just a little. Hold the fold to make sure that it stays even. Tuck the fabric of the bodice inside the tube and pin it down' Tie the tube ties around your neck and zip up the zipper.
Summary: Put the dress on and place your hand on the excess fabric above the bust. Take the dress off and sew the fold into place. Fold down the raw edges of the shirt around the arm opening. Take the straps that you sewed earlier. Pin the straps to the shirt onto the top corners of the bodice. Sew the tubes onto the fabric. Wear the dress.

If you truly want the behavior to stop, do not laugh or give "come hither" looks. And be careful how you use body language to confuse the matter, as some people can get mixed signals and assume there is more that you're simply too shy to vocalize. In one infamous case, an investment manager accused his date in an email rant of giving him reason to believe they'd have a second date, based simply on her hair twirling, constant eye contact and being nice to him, so he felt petulant when she refused to see him again! While that's a particularly awkward case, body language is something over which you have control, such as: Turn your head or look away when the other person begins to flirt or uses flirtatious body language. For example, if he or she comments on your appearance, look away and do not respond. Move away from the other person if he or she touches you. If the other person grabs your hand or puts his or her arm around your shoulders, back off and move away. It's fine (in fact probably desirable) to tell them not to touch you again too, saying you don't like it. Remain civil. Never lash out with nasty comments or mean remarks; it may not only encourage the behavior but can make an uncomfortable situation even worse. If you are a normally flirtatious person with everyone you meet, try to tone it down around this person because they may be unable to distinguish the fact that you act this way toward everyone and not just toward them. Alternatively, have a good friend take them aside and explain that this is the way you behave with everyone, so as to burst their balloon early on. If you are at an office party, social event or bar, politely excuse yourself and leave. Go and talk to other people, making it difficult for this person to get close to you again. In a professional context, you can draw the line using work as the excuse. Tell them that you (or they) have to leave because you have work to do, a meeting to attend, a deadline to meet, etc. If there is a habit of this person "hanging about", you'll need to get more specific and let them know that you don't appreciate having your work time interrupted so frequently. If your friend or peer witnesses the behavior and seems to egg it on, discuss your feelings and let him or her know you want to diffuse the situation, not encourage it. Hopefully next time you are together and the flirting begins, your friend has your back and you can both provide a non-reactive response.
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One-sentence summary -- Do not ever flirt back. Walk away from the situation. Discuss the behavior with a close friend or work colleague.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: . Steaming can help open your pores and make it easier to remove the debris. The heat from the steam will soften the hardened oils in your pores, allowing you to extract them. After washing your face, pour boiling water into a heat-safe bowl. Add a few drops of essential oils if you'd like. Drape a towel over your head, then bend over the bowl. Allow the steam to seep into your skin for 5-10 minutes. Follow your steam with a nose strip or face mask. If you use essential oils, only add 2-3 drops of oil into the water. Look for an essential oil that meets your skin needs. Tea tree, ylang ylang, rosemary, and geranium oil are all great options for reducing oil production and clearing away bacteria. Geranium oil also tightens skin, which can help reduce the look of pores. You can steam your face as often as two times a week. After you steam your face, use a pore cleaning nose strip to remove the debris. Follow the directions on the product's packaging to apply and remove the nose strip. Once the strip has dried on your nose, you should pull it away to reveal grey, black, and white specs of oil and dirt that came out of your pores. Rinse your nose afterwards. You can use nose strips as often as every three days, but over use of the strips can cause dryness. While you can use a mask on your entire face, doing so too often can dry out your skin. Your nose or t-zone may be more oily than the rest of your face, and using a clay mask regularly on just your nose can help strip away some of the oils and reduce the look of your pores. Apply a thin layer of the mask to your nose, and let it dry for several minutes before washing it away. Use your spot treatment mask up to three or four times a week. Reduce your usage if your nose starts to feel dry. If you have combination skin, you can use a clay mask on your whole face one or two times per week, though you should always follow the instructions on your individual mask. An egg white mask will tighten your skin, which reduces the look of pores. To make an egg white mask, mix an egg white with one teaspoon (5 ml) of lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of honey. Apply the mixture to your nose and let it dry for 10-15 minutes, then gently remove it with warm water. You will just use the egg white. To separate it from the yolk, break the egg in half. Pour the half that doesn't have the yolk into a bowl. Then gently pour the yolk into the empty half-shell, allowing the remaining white part to flow into the bowl. Use the mask no more than once a week to avoid drying out your skin. While they won't shrink your pores, oil blotting strips will remove oils. This serves two purposes. One, it will make your pores slightly less noticeable. Two, it will reduce the oils on your face, which can help prevent them from building up in your pores.

SUMMARY:
Steam your face Use nose strips. Spot treat your nose with a clay mask. Try an egg white mask. Use oil blotting strips to reduce oils on your nose.