In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: This is your starting point. If you have several issues that need to be addressed, you will need several strategies. Strategy is a custom process, not a one-size-fits-all solution. Choose the scope of what you want to achieve. You have created your ending point, and the strategy will fill out all your actions from start to end. Perhaps you want to ask others with more experience if they think it can be done. For example, if you want to get a promotion in one year, ask a colleague in a higher position how long it took them to get into a management role. If the goal is not a feasible one, try to go for a more feasible solution, such as getting a 5 percent raise or more responsibility. Later, strategize how to get a promotion in two or five years.
Summary: Start with an issue you want to address. Strategize one issue at a time. Pick a goal or desired outcome. Decide whether the goal is feasible.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: This will give you more motivation for the rest of the day. Make sure the next slot is something heavier so you don't put off your worst subjects until the end. Some people study best in the morning, whereas other people like to burn the midnight oil. If you know when you can concentrate best, you can use that time of the day to focus on your revisions. At the start of your study session, consider the specific goals you would like to achieve. Take two minutes to write down a specific goal you hope to achieve, such as completing the reading up to a specific page number in the textbook. If you are memorizing dates or events for a history exam, write down a goal to memorize a particular number of facts for the exam. Consider whether you are using the most appropriate study methods for specific subjects, such as flash cards for a history exam or rhymes for an oral French language exam. It is important to tailor your study methods for the type of exam material. If you need to identify parts of the human body, you may want to use biological illustrations or pictures. If you need to perform in an algebra exam, you should practice doing equations. Instead of studying for hours and losing concentration, it is best to study for thirty or forty minutes at a time. If you still feel fresh after forty minutes, you can always get back to work. If you are going to study for the day, it is important to give yourself breaks between periods of studying. Go for a short walk or grab a cup of coffee and then come back to your revisions later. At the end of a study session, you should quickly review what you have accomplished during the session. Give yourself a pat on the back if you have accomplished any of your study session goals, such as finishing preparation for a particular topic or subject. If you haven't yet achieved your goal, write down what you need to accomplish in order to get closer to the goal during your next study session. It will feel great when you can tick off a subject from your study list. You will have one subject less to worry about. That said, it is important to come back to the subjects you studied first towards the end of your revisions period. As you move further into your revisions schedule, you may need to remind yourself about particular subjects or topic areas that you covered weeks or months ago. So, it is wise to periodically revisit the subjects that you covered earlier in your revisions timetable. Sleep is important for cognition, which is necessary for exam performance. To ensure a good performance, getting a solid rest is really important. For instance, you should try to get between eight and ten hours of sleep per night. Unfortunately, not getting sufficient sleep will limit your concentration and learning. If you are prioritizing study time over getting adequate sleep (i.e., 8-10 hours), it could negatively impact your ability to concentrate and learn during your study sessions.
Summary: Start your day off with something you know you can accomplish. Determine when you study best. Set goals for a particular study session. Use subject specific study methods. Focus for realistic chunks of time. Give yourself regular breaks. Review your study session goals. Tick things off as you do them. Make time for refresher sessions. Make sure you get lots of sleep before the exam day.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You can start your search for adoption agencies online. Public and private adoption agencies have websites. Use these as a jumping-off point to learn more about each agency and its adoption process. The process for private agencies may be a bit more involved than if you go through a state agency, and also may cost a little more money. In exchange, you may have more control over the adoption process or more guidance and assistance after the adoption is complete. State adoption services can be a good source of information about the legal and financial assistance available to adoptive parents. While there are plenty of American children looking for forever homes, you may also adopt a child of another race directly from their home country. Look for an agency headquartered in the United States if you want to explore international adoption. Agencies headquartered in another country could be a scam, and you may not have the ability to adequately research their background and reputation. Check adoption alert notifications on the State Department's website regularly. These will let you know if there are any problems with adoptions in specific countries. Once you have a list of three or four different potential adoption agencies, make appointments to visit each of them and talk to the people who work there. Then you can compare to choose the best agency for you. Get an understanding of costs up front, but don't base your decision solely on the amount of money it will cost to complete your adoption. You want to choose an agency where you feel comfortable and at home. Since you want to adopt a child of another race, find out if any of the agencies offer cultural or language support, or if they have classes or other resources available for transracial families. Most agencies have prospective adoptive parents attend an orientation session or an introductory class so you can learn more about the adoption process and the policies of that particular agency. Pre-service training is required in most states, whether you are using a public or private adoption agency. Focus on the presentation, and make note of any questions you have so you can ask agency staff later. While you certainly don't have to be wealthy to adopt a child, you will have to be able to demonstrate that you have the space to house the child and the financial means to support the child. Home and community environment are also important. Talk to your family and friends, and evaluate the multicultural resources available in your area. Make sure those close to you accept your decision to adopt a child of another race. You also want to make sure there are no legal restrictions that would prevent you from adopting a child. If you're thinking about adopting internationally, you want to look at the laws in the child's home country as well.
Summary:
Research nearby adoption agencies. Expand your search abroad. Interview agency staff. Go to an orientation meeting. Assess your ability to care for a child.