Problem: Article: Take out your insoles and put them in a box filled with baking soda, because chances are the insides of your gym shoes don't smell great. It's best that they sit overnight, so take out the insoles the night before you want to wash your shoes. Because dirt tends to collect around the eyelets of your shoes, you should always remove the shoelaces before washing. This way they'll be exposed more freely for cleaning during the wash cycle. Before you wash your gym shoes, be sure that the material that they are made of is appropriate for washing. If not, you might ruin the shoes by adding water. Leather is an example of material that needs extra care. If your gym shoes are leather, you should clean them by hand.
Summary: Take out the insoles the night before you wash the shoes. Remove the shoelaces. Check if the shoes are machine washable.

Problem: Article: Get in touch with nonprofits, schools, or other budget-strapped institutions near you. See if there's a computer technology problem that you can address. Put this experience on your resume (in a separate spot than paid job) to show employers that you've applied your education and certifications out in the real world. Usually, you won't be able to just jump in as an IT manager. Most companies will want to see that you've worked in the IT field for several years before moving up to a management role. Start by applying for jobs as an IT specialist or IT support worker. It's possible that you can become a manager in your own department! Talk to your boss about adding management-like tasks to your current workload. Mention that you're interested in eventually moving up to IT manager, and see if they think that you can gradually assume that role. This slow transition will allow you to ease into your new position. It's possible that there won't be advancement opportunities where you work now. If that's the case, go to Indeed or LinkedIn to search for open positions near you. Write down the skills companies are looking for and see if you match any listings. If you have all but 1 or 2 of the skills a particular listing mentions, apply! Your education, experience, cover letter, or interview may set you apart from the rest of the pack. Put your technical skills and certifications right at the top of the resume. For jobs you've held in the past, talk about measurable accomplishments instead of daily duties.Tailor every resume to the job you're applying for by reading the listing closely. Use your document to emphasize that you're exactly what the company needs. For example, a company will be less interested in knowing that you "oversaw network maintenance." Instead, say that you "changed network diagnostic protocols, minimizing glitches and cutting time-to-repair by 50% in 2017." Go online and do research about the company as you're writing your cover letter. This will allow you to show that you're enthusiastic about what the company does. Demonstrate your excitement about the IT career field generally, as well as the particular job you're applying for. Cover letters generally shouldn't be more than 1 single-spaced page. Proofread carefully before you submit your application! A typo on a resume or cover letter sticks out like a sore thumb. When you're brought in for an interview, wear clean and pressed clothing. Show your self-confidence with upright posture, steady eye contact, and a level voice. Be ready for technical questions about your abilities as an IT worker. You'll also want to prepare responses for standard and management-related questions such as the following: "How would you handle a frustrated client who felt like the IT department hadn't properly handled their technology issues?" "How would you address an employee whose productivity suddenly declined?" "Can you describe a difficult problem you encountered in the past and how you solved it?" "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" "Can you tell me a little bit about yourself, your work experience and educational background?"
Summary: Volunteer your skills with a local organization to get experience. Work as an entry-level IT employee for 5-6 years. Ask for more responsibilities at your current company. Find IT manager jobs online if you want to change companies. Write a resume that showcases your tech and management skills. Write a concise but passionate cover letter. Ace your interview by preparing and dressing the part.

Problem: Article: Place 1 cup (200 g) of rice into a bowl and fill it with cold water. Use your hand to swirl it around and then pour the rice into a fine mesh strainer so the water drains. Return the rice to the bowl and add fresh water. Keep rinsing until the water that's draining runs clear. This will remove excess starch from the rice so it doesn't clump or stick together as it cooks. Use any type of rice, such as basmati rice, sushi rice, brown rice, or long-grain rice. Pour 134 cups (410ml) of water into a pot and cover it with a lid. Heat the water over high until it boils. Then add 1 to 2 pinches of sea salt and the rinsed rice. until it's soft. Put the lid on the pot and turn the burner down to low so the water bubbles very gently. Simmer the rice until it's tender and the grains are soft. Begin checking the rice after 18 minutes. The amount of time it takes will depend on the type of rice you're making. For example, wild rice will take 25 to 30 minutes to cook although short-grain rice will cook much faster. Get out a rimmed baking sheet and transfer the hot rice onto it. Use a spoon or spatula to spread the rice so it's in an even layer. The rice will dry faster and more evenly on a baking sheet than in a bowl. Preheat the oven and put the baking sheet of rice into it once it's hot. Cook the rice at this low temperature for 2 hours to remove all of the moisture from the rice grains. Once the rice is dry, remove it from the oven and turn off the heat. The rice should be completely dry and hard once it's ready to fry. If you prefer a more hands-off method, spread the rice on a dehydrator tray. Place the rice in the dehydrator and dry the rice for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Summary:
Rinse your choice of rice. Bring the water to a boil and add the rice with the salt. Cook the rice Spread the cooked rice on a baking sheet. Dry the rice in a 250F (121C) oven for 2 hours.