Problem: Article: Be sure to look for any typos, misspelled words, grammatical errors, and punctuation errors. These can make an application letter appear sloppy and unprofessional. Even though you discussed your skills, experience, and qualifications in the letter, you should still send a resume with your letter. This will let the hiring party know the details of your work history and education, with specifics like the duration of a given job or volunteer service. Attaching a resume also shows a certain amount of professionalism on your part. It lets the hiring party know that you take the position seriously, and are willing to work for the opportunity to be a part of the organization. Though not every internship requires letters of recommendation, some do request them. Even if they are not required, including letters of recommendation can be another way to demonstrate your commitment to professionalism. Letters of recommendation should be written by professional or personal references who can attest to your character and capabilities. In lieu of letters of recommendation, you may want to include a list of professional references with each reference's contact information. This will allow the hiring party to reach out to your references, if he or she needs to, and it shows that you are able to maintain positive working relationships with current and former employers and/or colleagues. The organization should specify whether letters are to be submitted online or as a hard copy (which can be sent by mail or dropped of in person). Follow the organization's requirements. If sending your letter by mail, be sure that you have affixed the correct amount of postage to your letter, and that you have the correct contact person's name and mailing address for the envelope. Wait at least a few days (perhaps even a week) before following up, and don't be too pushy or demanding. Simply send a cordial email or place a call during business hours to the contact person for that volunteer position. Let him or her know that you've sent in an application letter and that you wanted to formally express your interest in the opportunity to be a part of the organization. And above all else, remember to be professional and courteous. This is a polite and professional way to let the hiring party know that you appreciate his or her time. The thank you note can be an actual letter or an email, and you should send a note to each interviewer you met with. Address the interviewer by name. Thank him or her for the opportunity to meet and discuss the position. Try to mention something specific that the interviewer talked about during your meeting. Letting him or her know in the thank you note that you were interested in what he/she said shows that you were paying attention and that you take the opportunity seriously. Close with a polite ending that does not assume that you have earned the position. Say something like, "I look forward to discussing this opportunity further," or wish the interviewer luck with the selection process. Some organizations are inundated with volunteer requests and may ask that you do not follow up. In each case, do as instructed.
Summary: Proofread your letter. Include a resume. Arrange for two letters of recommendation. Submit your letter. Give a follow up phone call or email. Write a thank you note after any interviews you have.

Problem: Article: MS Paint has an icon that resembles a painters pallet. Use the following steps to open MS Paint for Windows. Click the Windows Start menu in the lower-left corner. Type "Paint". Click the MS Paint icon. Use the following steps to open an image in MS Paint. Click File in the upper-left corner. Click Open. Select an image. Click Open. You don't want to edit the size of the original image. Save the image as a separate copy. Add "thumbnail" or something similar to the end of the copy of the image (i.e. weddingphoto_thumbnail.jpg). Use the following steps to create a copy of the image: Click File Click Save As. Type a name for the image next to "Filename". Click Save. It's in the upper-left corner above the box labeled "Image". It's at the top of the "Resize and Skew" window. 10% is a good size for a thumbnail image. Larger photos will need to be reduced greater. Alternatively, you can select "Pixels" and type the exact dimensions in Pixels you want the image to be next to "Vertical" and "Horizontal". This reduces the size of the photo. Use the following steps to reduce the size of the photo. Click File Click Save.
Summary: Open MS Paint. Open an image you want to make a thumbnail for. Create a copy of the image. Click Resize. Tick "Percentage". Type the percentage you want to reduce the image size next to "Horizontal" or "Vertical". Click Ok. Save the photo.

Problem: Article: Canaries need a varied diet of seeds, pellets, fresh fruit, and leafy vegetables. You can usually find a special canary mix of seeds and pellets at pet stores. Give them one teaspoon of this mix a day. Some good vegetables and fruits for the canary include kale, apples, broccoli, grapes, dandelion, oranges, bananas, peas, and melons. Attach both a cuttlefish bone and an avian mineral block to the side of the cage. Your canary will slowly eat away at these for calcium and minerals. Never feed your canary avocado as it is toxic to birds. Canaries need constant access to fresh water. Once a day, take the bowl out of the cage. Empty it out, and wash it with warm water and soap. Rinse it well and dry it with a towel before refilling with fresh water. The cage needs a full cleaning once a week. Put the canary in a bird carrier. Empty out the liner before scrubbing the entire cage with hot water and soap. Wash all of the dishes and perches too. Let everything dry before putting them back in the cage. The cage liner and dishes should be washed every day. Canaries are sensitive to the sun. They may stay awake if there is any light coming into their cage. To prevent this, place a blanket or a cover over the cage after the sun goes down. Canaries have delicate lungs, and they can be prone to mites or other parasites. Take your canary to a specialized avian veterinarian if they show any signs of sickness. Common signs of sickness include fluffed, ruffled, or thinning feathers, inactivity, discolored feces, discharge around the eyes or beak, or squinting. To find a local avian vet, you can use the database at the Association of Avian Vets.
Summary:
Feed your canary a varied diet. Replace their water daily. Clean their cage once a week. Cover the cage at night. Watch for signs of sickness.