Problem: Article: Chances are good that the grammar rules of your target language will be quite different from that of your native language. Spending some time learning how sentences are structured, such as the word order, parts of speech, and subject-verb agreement, will help you in the long run. Words that you would use daily should be the first ones you learn. Try starting with personal pronouns (I, you, she, he, they, etc.) and common nouns (boy, girl, chair, table, city, teacher, restroom, school, airport, restaurant, etc.) before moving on to adjectives (green, thin, fast, beautiful, cold, etc.) or verbs (go, do, take, leave, offer, meet, etc.), which will need to be conjugated. You'll likely want to figure out how to ask a few simple questions, such as "Where is the restroom/train station/hotel/school?" and "How much does this (coffee, newspaper, train ticket) cost?" You'll also probably want to learn to say "My name is" "What is your name?" "How are you doing?" and "I'm doing well/poorly." Think of a few dozen phrases you want to know and start with those. One word may make you think of another. Try to build mental images or draw pictures based on connections. It doesn't matter how obscure or silly they may seem if it will help you remember. Repetition is one of the best ways to learn vocabulary. Make flash cards with your vocab words and go through them daily. You can even post the cards around your room or home so that you see them often. You can also use an automated flashcard generator (e.g., lingua.ly).
Summary: Study the grammar rules. Start with common vocabulary. Learn basic phrases. Make associations. Practice.

Problem: Article: Prepare the muffin tray by adding cupcake holders/cases. Put to one side. Alternatively, use a silicone cupcake baking sheet with molded holes. Stir this well and then put to one side. The mixture will now curdle and this is what should be happening. If you want chocolate cupcakes, add cocoa (about 1/2 cup) to this stage. Mix together. Usually fill each paper cupcake holder with about 1/4 cup of batter. If you prefer larger cupcakes, then add a half a cup but make sure the muffin pan is larger and the cupcake holders are bigger. If you can smell the cupcakes earlier, check to make sure they aren't browning earlier (this means they're more than ready). If you aren't certain, turn off the oven earlier and let them sit for a few more minutes rather than bake them into rocks. Place cupcakes onto a wire rack to cool. The flavor of icing or frosting can be improved by adding a little of your favorite juice to it instead of soy milk or water.
Summary: Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Put the cider vinegar into a small bowl and add the soy milk. Stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir the oil and vanilla extract into the bowl containing the soy milk and vinegar. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and beat together (by hand or with an electric hand-held mixer). Fill the muffin pan. Bake for 18 - 20 minutes. Wait for the pan to cool down. Ice the cupcakes. Finished.

Problem: Article: Print mediums include magazine, newspaper, coupon book and trade/industry journal advertisements. Consider your target audience when you are deciding on a publication to run your ad in. For example, if you own a women's clothing store, you would want to buy advertising space in fashion magazines, while someone who owns a mechanic shop would choose to advertise in an auto club magazine. Also called direct mail advertising, this method involves sending printed marketing materials like postcards and brochures directly to recipients' mail boxes. For a direct mail campaign, businesses purchase mailing lists that target their market sector. Direct mail comes with the costs of printing, mailing and purchasing mailing lists, and is therefore less cost effective and not as widely used as Internet marketing. However, direct mail marketing is ideal for things like hand-signed messages and paper coupons. For example, a home security system business would only mail to homeowners, rather than renters. The first thing you should do is create a website for your business so that customers can browse your wares and services online. Having a website also helps when promoting your business through social media. Create pages for your business on major social media platforms like Facebook, Yelp, and Instagram. Other online tools you can use include: Search engine optimization (SEO), banner ads, pay per click ads, mass emails, forums, directory listings, blogs, and affiliate programs. While it may seem old school, flyers are an excellent way to get the word out about your business. Either hang flyers up or distribute them by hand. Pass out flyers in public places where a lot of people gather, such as malls, trade shows, retailers, busy sidewalks and industry seminars. Additionally, you may acquire new customers by putting flyers on cars in parking lots, or handing flyers outdoor to door at apartment complexes and in neighborhoods. Another marketing possibility is creating a commercial that can be broadcasted on TV or the radio. Of course, it is important to keep your budget in mind. If you are going to do a commercial, you will want it to look professional rather than corny. To make a convincing commercial, you will need to spend a bit of money. Because of this, TV and radio ads are best suited for large, far-reaching companies that have the budget for such an expense. If you do want to go through with a commercial, search freelance-oriented websites like Thumbtack for freelance video producers who will generally shoot your commercial for less than large production companies. If you've ever glanced at a billboard and been intrigued by the business advertised there, then you know that signage does actually work. Billboard ads, marquee boards and storefront signs may attract customers to your business. If you have a mascot or logo for your store, you could also consider hiring someone to dance around in your mascot's costume and a sign in front of your store to attract customer attention. If you have tried increasing customer traffic by yourself and think you might need some professional help, look into hiring a public relations firm. PR firms handle press releases and news stories that can generate interest in your business. PR specialists can also help you come up with more convincing ad campaigns.
Summary:
Use print to inform customers about your business. Send out advertisements in the mail. Use the internet to market your business. Print up some flyers. Use the television and radio. Consider purchasing some signage. Enlist the aid of a public relations firm.