Maureen Taylor

A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Blog Using Blogger

Setting up a blog on Blogger so you can start sharing your thoughts If you are looking for a place to start a blog and share your ideas and interests, you can start a blog for free on Blogger. This wikiHow article tea...

What Does an Eyebrow Flash Mean?

Everything you need to know about this nonverbal expressionYou lock eyes with someone across the room and could’ve sworn they raised their eyebrows for a split second at you. Huh? What does that even mean? This is know...

How to

Write a Briefing Paper

A briefing paper outlines a particular issue and its background, usually for a government official or other policy maker. These decision-makers have to make hard choices about many different topics every day, and they do...

How to

Make People Want to Be Around You

We all want to be liked. If you struggle with feeling confident and comfortable in the presence of others, though, you're not alone. Fortunately, you can learn a few concrete skills and practices to try to make yourself ...

How to Politely Remind Someone to Reply to You

Maybe you asked someone to do something or you need to let them know about a meeting, but how can you send a gentle reminder without sounding rude or impatient? It's pretty easy for a person to get caught up with other t...

How to Politely Ask Someone for the Money They Owe You

Plus sample text messages to ask for your money backIf you've loaned money to a friend, having them pay you back in a timely manner without you asking is an ideal scenario. However, if they're not as forthcoming with pay...

How to

Deliver Effective Presentations

Delivering presentations is an everyday art form that anyone can master. To capture your audience's attention, present your information with ease and confidence. Act as if you are in a conversation with your audience, an...

How to

Cope With Arrogant People

Arrogant people seem to think that they know everything. If you let them, they can really get on your nerves or let you down and keep you there. Rather than getting upset, sad or depressed, it's better to find an approac...

How to

Write Clear Instructions

If you're a teacher or technical writer, you probably have to write instructions every day. But for many other people, writing clear instructions can be difficult. You might skip a key step because you assume your reader...

How to

Communicate Well With People from Other Cultures

To build good relationships with people from other cultures, it is essential to learn how to communicate with them verbally and non-verbally. You can make things easier by also learning about their culture and practicing...

How to Respond to Joe Mama

“Did you ever hear back from Joe?” “Who’s Joe?” “Joe Mama!” This classic joke is a staple and if you’ve been burned by this one before, it’s reasonable that you’re looking for some clever comebacks. I...

The Best Ways to Have a Bubbly & Likable Personality

When you think of a bubbly person, you likely imagine someone with high spirits, someone who is lively, animated, and fun to be around, and someone who is effusive, vivacious, and enthusiastic about life. A bubbly person...

How to

Be More Modest

Anyone can become more modest. It just comes down to cultivating the right attitude and being more mindful of how you present yourself and interact with others. If you're not sure where to get started, don't worry—this...

Alternatives to “Does That Make Sense?” (Plus, Why We Say It So Often)

Create a productive atmosphere with these helpful insightsDoes that make sense? can seem totally innocent when posed in the classroom or workplace, but it actually isn’t the best question to pose when you’re trying t...

How to Use and Reply to “Thank You Though”

Understand this common English phrase with our complete guideYou’re chatting with a friend, and they say, “Thanks, though!” What does that even mean? Are they saying “thanks” or “no thanks”? The English la...

How to

Deal With People Who Strongly Disagree With You

In what seems like an ever-shrinking world, we are constantly being exposed to different ideas. There is no way you will agree with every person who crosses your path. In some cases, you may strongly disagree with their ...

How to

Address a Female Chairperson

The person who fills the role of "chair" is usually elected by the members of their board or committee to serve in the highest position of that organization. A man or a woman may be a chair, but the traditional title "c...

17 Subtle Signs That a Manager Wants to Hire You

Surefire ways to tell when you’re a shoo-in for a job The hiring process can be downright nerve-wracking, especially when you’re left waiting to hear if you impressed the hiring manager in an interview. Luckily, you ...

How to

Be a Great Salesman

Sales is an art. Part assertive, part passive, if you balance the persuasion and charisma of a great salesperson, you'll be able to sell ketchup popsicles to a woman in white gloves on the 4th of July (although something...

How to

Write a Proposal to Management

Writing to management is useful if you want to propose procedural improvements, additional income possibilities, or ways to be more economical. You also might write a proposal if you notice something that you feel must c...