Maureen Taylor
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Co-authored Articles (38)
How to
Compliment a Song
Someone just sang or played you an amazing song and you’re absolutely awe-struck—but how do you tell them that? What can you say that expresses everything you’re feeling? We’ve put together a list of examples to ...
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
Start a Blog
Blogging is a very popular passive income stream. You may see many people call themselves bloggers. If you want to become one of them and put forth your views onto the internet and spread knowledge, this wikiHow is perfe...
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 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...
What Does "Let Him Cook" Mean?
How to use the Twitter and TikTok slang phrase like a natural Who is “he” and what, exactly, is he “cooking?” And why is Woody from ''Toy Story'' there? The internet moves fast, its slang moves faster, and we’r...
How to
Make Eye Contact
Making eye contact can be tricky, especially if you are shy, or nervous, but good eye-contact is important for building trust and engaging an audience. Even if you struggle to hold eye-contact now, all it takes is a litt...
How to
Be Charming
Charm is the art of having an attractive personality. Some people charm others the moment they enter a room, while others earn a reputation as a charmer over a period of time. While everyone is born with differing amount...
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
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 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 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...
How to Hold Eye Contact and Keep a Confident Gaze
The basics of making, maintaining, and breaking eye contact Making eye contact is a lot trickier than it seems. The need for perfect timing can make eye contact a challenge. Too much eye contact can come across as aggres...
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
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...
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 Start a Personal Blog: Everything You Need to Know
Quickly and easily make a blog and start posting content Trying to start your own blog? Blogging has become one of the more popular pastimes on the internet. Some people blog for money, others blog about current events...