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you want to be more confident creating your own healthy meals? Do you want the kitchen to be a source of curious learning rather than a stressful deadline? Join this course to learnculinaryskills from Chef Nic DeMuththat willtake your cooking abilityto the next level.

There are a threekey skills that most home-cooks don't use that will turbochargeyour enjoyment, confidence and ability in the kitchen: Mise en Place, creating a flavor baseusing salt and oil as tools and building your meal in layers. Your teacher,Chef Nic, a New York-trainedhealth supportive chef and founder of the UpBeet Kitchen, shares theseskills and many more,alongwith liberalsplashes of his favorite cooking tips that are guaranteed to elevate your kitchen prowess.

Nic applies these skills thougha delicious cashew curry recipe. At the end of the course the final test is for you to create the meal yourself and apply the skills you learned along the way.

In just two hoursyou can complete this course having cooked a delicious dinner or lunch.

BONUS MATERIAL: We have included an extra mini-series which will help you navigate which tools and equipmentyou absolutely need in your kitchen and which ones work best.
Who this course is for:
This course is for home cooks looking to improve their cooking abilities. This course is not suited for advanced chefs.

Understanding how to effectively communicate cross-culturally, is more important today than ever before!
If you want to gain a strong understanding for how to communicate with people from different cultures than this is the course for you!
Cross-cultural Communication: How To Flex Your Styleintroduces you to a cultural profile which will help you understand how you perceive various cultures as well as different aspect of what makespeople unique based on their personality compared to their cultural background. You will learn about Geert Hofstede's Model in detail, learning the six dimensions; power distance, individual vs. collective, assertiveness vs modesty, risk tolerance, short-term and long-term, and indulgence vs well-being. You'll learn all this and moreand you'll learn how to do it in a way that's both informative and engaging!
What Will ILearn?
How you perceive cultureThe various cultural profilesCulture vs personalityGeert Hofstede's ModelVerbal and non-verbal cuesHow to build rapport with someone from any cultural backgroundUsing language appropriatelyExpressions and gesturesPace and timingThe importance of cultureHow to flex your style to better suit different culturesAnd more!
This course is also full of examples and activities that allow you to practice what you are learning. Work with Lorraineover 6exercises and multiple examples to develop your skills and competencies around cultural communication!
Learning cultural communicationswill benefit you professionally as you gainskills and acquiretools that will enableyou to bettercommunicate with your co-workers, virtual assistants, shareholders andcustomers!
This course brings Lorraine's25+ years of experience and industry know-how, to you!
Her unique teaching stylecomes from herexperience in presidential roles in7 companies, in 6 countriesaround the world.
By the end of this course you will be able to confidently and effectively communicate cross-culturally, and by doing so, build stronger relationships, avoid offending people from different backgrounds and gain a better understanding of how to communicate with anyone!
We look forward to seeing you in the course!
CPE (Continuing Professional Education)Learning ObjectivesList the various Cultural Profiles to distinguish the differences within a country.
Explain the 6 components of Geert Hofstede's Model of National Cultural Dimensions.
Identify verbal and non-verbal cues from various cultures.
Explain culture both within a country and an organization.
Define the individual differences seen in cross-cultural communication styles.
Identify the key differences between a cultural profile and personality profile.
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Who this course is for:
Anyone looking to communicate effectively with people of different cultural backgroundsAnyone looking to gain a better understanding for how to communicate with people from various parts of the worldAnyone who works with people from different culturesAnyone looking to build stronger rapport in their relationships with people from different backgrounds

(Edited: Course Updated August 2019)Tired of baking bricks when everyone else is baking super gorgeous sourdough bread with a holey crumb and crispy crust? Change all of that by enrolling in "Sourdough Bread Baking 101."This is the sourdough baking course you need if you are just starting out in sourdough bread baking. In my other courses, I teach how to bake all sorts of sourdough breads, but in this course, I won't load you down with lots of information, just enough so it is easy and fun to bake your first loaf of sourdough. You will first learn how to make your own sourdough starter at home, day by day with detailed instructions, videos and a free pdf downloadable booklet. Next, you'll move onto baking waffles to test your new sourdough starter and then onto your first sourdough test loaf. Once you've taken a basic white sourdough loaf, steaming hot, out of your own oven, you will be ready to move on to more complex formulas. There are two basic sourdough bread formulas in this course. I call them "First Loaf" and "Second Loaf." We will follow the easy step by step directions of the process together. The first loaf is easy. It is a one day round boule with a lower hydration dough, which means it is not too wet or sticky. The second loaf is a two day high hydration dough and is a batard or French style loaf. Working together, I will show you how to handle a wet, sticky dough and how to do an autolyse. This bread results in a lovely tasting bread with large holes and a wonderful crispy crust. This course is for BEGINNERS who have no idea of how to bake with sourdough or those who have tried and stumbled. I have fifteen years of experience teaching the newbie sourdough baker, so come on! Let's have some fun! You know want to!
This course would make an excellent gift for the aspiring baker in your family circle, whether an older baker or a young new baker. Some skills you will learn:
How to make and care for your own sourdough starterWhy it's important to weigh ingredients. Gathering some basic baking equipmentHow to mix and fold dough. No kneading here.
Shaping, scoring and baking the dough.
What to do after you've baked your first loaf... hint (bake your second loaf!)When you have finished Sourdough Bread Baking 101, you will have the confidence to not only bake using your own sourdough starter, you will be ready for more advanced sourdough baking techniques which will enable you to bake all sorts of sourdough artisan breads. Some Student Reviews:
by Pam H - OutstandingThis is an outstanding class on sourdough - well written text lectures, great videos and clear recipes/formulas. I've been a bread baker for 40 years - this class has taken my sourdough baking skill to a whole new level.
by Amanda H - Fantastic ClassI absolutely loved Teresa's Sourdough 101 class. Her directions were easy to follow, full of great info, and I was able to bake incredible sourdough bread!!! I loved it so much that I have already signed up for her other three courses. My family and I say "thank you Teresa"!!
by Samira M - Very goodFor the first time I could bake a bread a reaaly sourdough bread. The course is really good. Simple and direct. Thank you so much Teresa.
by Ban S - excellent course for sourdough bakingan excellent course for beginners in sourdough baking and excellent instructor with great experience.
by Robin E - More, More, MoreCan't get enough! I love Teresa Greenway's courses. She is so complete and does not just leave you hanging. She is there for you just like in a classroom and helps troubleshoot and encourage. Thank you so much I look forward to the future bakes and classes.
by Simon H - Brilliant!
I've checked out many sourdough baking texts and videos but then I discovered Teresa! Absolutely brilliant, not least, Teresa uses highly accurate gram measurements and not flippin' cups (what's more she explains why cups are an inaccurate measure). The course takes the student by the hand and slow, confidently and kindly walks through each step simply. There's no technical jargon and no assumption that the student knows this or that before setting out. The texts are clear, the videos are clear. This is without doubt the best sourdough bread making course I've ever seen. Thank you Teresa!
by Jeni H - Absolutely fantastic!
I have enjoyed this course so much, I'm baking my loafs right now! I found this course answered so many questions I had about making sourdough, I would highly recommend it to anyone starting out!
by Pam H - OutstandingThis is an outstanding class on sourdough - well written text lectures, great videos and clear recipes/formulas. I've been a bread baker for 40 years - this class has taken my sourdough baking skill to a whole new level.
by Trish D - Perfect for beginnersThis is another great course from Teresa. I have also completed two other sourdough courses of Teresa's and totally recommend them. If you are new to sourdough....
start here and learn from a friendly and informative teacher. Teresa takes you through the process of sourdough baking and you learn at your own pace. Perfect place to start to enter the wonderful world of sourdough baking. A+++Who this course is for:
Sourdough Bread Baking 101 is for the beginner, someone who is comfortable in a kitchen, but needs help with learning how to bake with sourdough.
This course is not for the seasoned sourdough baker. It is a very simple course with only two bread formulas and step by step instructions on how to bake them. This course is for the seasoned baker who has never worked with sourdough and wants to learn how.
This course is for young teens who could benefit from learning basic baking skills and who want to learn to bake some of the best bread in the world.
This is an excellent course to give as a gift to an aspiring baker or someone who needs a new hobby.

When one takes up cooking, the amount of information, recipes and suggestions can be overwhelming. It's easy to get lost in asea of recipes, to spend time pondering WHAT to cook and miss one of the most important aspects when it comes to preparing a great meal - the HOW. The real success of a dish comes fromcorrect preparation techniquesjust as much as it comes from high quality ingredients,flavour combinations or creative plating.

In this course I gathered some of the most important 17 techniques that any cook, anywhere in the world,be they amateur or professional,absolutely needs to use in his kitchen. They have been developed and perfectedovergenerations byprofessional chefs and, for many years, have been set as goldenstandards in international cuisine.

I have done my utmost to make this an effective and pleasant experience for everystudent by combining clear practicaldemonstrations and useful information. This is just the first of a series of courses to follow, which I will developtakinginto account all the feedback from my students andthe topics they are interested in.
Who this course is for:
The course is addressed to both amateur and young professional cooks who want to start their journey in the kitchen from a solid foundation of cooking techniques and methods.

Take this course and you will learn how to make beautiful, natural handmade soap from scratch, at home, using the ingredients of your choice.
The course will give you all the information that you need about oils, butters and fragrances, so that you can easily create your own recipes. I share my own recipes for the soaps demonstrated to give you a start. You can use animal fats or make vegan soap.
With the knowledge you get from this course, you won't have to be limited to following other people's recipes - you will be able to create your own unique handcrafted soaps.
Soapmaking islike any hobby - you can spend a fortune on it. However, in this course I will show you how to get started by using regular kitchen equipment and inexpensive ingredients that you can get in your local supermarket and health food store.
You will discover how to use household or dollar store items asmolds, so that you can get started straight away at little or no cost. I will even show you how to make a wooden mold at a fraction of the cost of buying one.
You will see how to colour your soap with natural and cosmetic colours. The course will also show you a colour swirling technique, as well as how to make shampoo, shaving and an exfoliating soap.
FAQsQ)What method of soap making is used in this course?
A)This course covers Cold Process soap making.
Q)Does this course cover Melt and Pour Soap making?
A)No. This course shows you how to make soap from scratch using the Cold Process Method.
Q) Does this course cover Hot Process Soap making?
A) No the method taught in this course is Cold Process, although the basic method for Hot Process soap is discussed.
Q) Is this method of soap making suitable for children to do?
A) Some people allow their children to do soap making, however that is usually using the Melt and Pour method. The lye in Cold Process soap making is caustic and will burn the skin, so I would not recommend children or animals to be around while soap making.
Q) What if Irun into problems while making my soap?
A) Ihave highlighted all the important things that you need to know. However, if you do have any problems I'll be there in the discussion area, ready to help youWho this course is for:
Anyone who wants to learn how to make soap from scratch using the cold process method.
Anyone who wants to make natural soap for health reasons.
If you are looking for a new hobby for your own enjoyment.
To make a selection of soaps which you could use to give as gifts to friends and family.
If you would like to earn some extra money to fund your new hobby, or if you want to start a new fun business

Join this Wire Wrapping for Beginners Online Workshop and enjoy a relaxing pastime while mastering a skill that will allow you to create unique, wearable art to keep, give, or sell!

This comprehensive workshop is over$650 worth of jewelry lessons for a small one-time fee!

Imagine planning your outfit for a big night out and thinking, "I'd love a new necklace to spice up my favorite dress," or "I wish I had some fancy new earrings to add a little sparkle!"

Or perhaps you long to give truly unique handmade gifts that will be treasured and cherished by their wearer.

Well, wish no more and save a trip to the store! After finishing this course, you'll have all the tools and techniques at your fingertips to be able to whip up a special new style and be the belle of the ball and everyone's favorite gift-giver! The compliments will roll in and you'll be so proud to smile and say, "Thanks! I made it myself!"

Jewelry making is a lifetime skill that anyone can learn and enjoy. Over 2000 happy students are already having fun wire wrapping and enjoying compliments on their special handmade creations.

With the right instruction and a little bit of practice, you too will soon be able to make your own stunning pieces in a matter of minutes!

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REGISTER NOW and get started making beautiful wire wrapped jewelry today!

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What do you mean$650 WORTH OF JEWELRY LESSONS?

When I teach jewelry workshops in person, students pay $65 each for 1 - 1.
5 hours of instruction, and that's just for ONE single project (not including supplies). Teaching online allows me to move through demonstrations much more quickly - so I can cover more projects in a short amount of time.

When you enroll in Wire Wrapping for Beginners today, a small one-time paymentearns you $650 worth of in-person workshops with a professional jewelry designer, all included in this comprehensive online workshop! Plus, you have unlimited lifetime access to all the projects AND to me, for help whenever you need it.

Watch the video above for sneak peeks at the projects you'll create during this workshop, then be sure to ENROLL NOW to lock in this low rate. You'll never pay more, even when I add new projects to the class!

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Student praise for Wire Wrapping for Beginners:

"Fantastic!"

Jessica's ease and expertise in teaching her craft is outstanding and I feel I have mastered something I have always yearned to be able to do but never knew where or how to start. A big thank you to Jessica and Udemy for this course." ~ Elizabeth L.

"Great course for jewelry making beginners!

I feel this course was the perfect start to my new jewelry-making hobby (and hopefully future small business). The instructor created the course with a logical scope and sequence. Even a beginner can experience success. Her videos are just the right length, she speaks clearly, and she encourages her students. Best of all, while you work through the course, you are creating jewelry you can wear right away." ~ Lisa P.

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There are so many reasons to learn a new skill like wire wrapping jewelry. Whether you want a creative way to switch off after a hard day, to generate a side-income, or you simply want to make beautiful jewelry that no one else will ever have, I can show you how.

Whether you're an absolute beginner or have dabbled in a bit of jewelry making before, this course will teach you from start to finish to create the jewelry that you and your friends will be dying to wear!

This is an in-depth course with over 40 lectures - a complete guide to making wire jewelry for beginners and for anyone who wants to brush up on and perfect their wire wrapping technique.

You will learn step-by-step with close-up videos how to make several different styles of earrings, bracelets, and necklaces as well as ways to adapt these styles for an even wider variety of finished jewellery.

We'll learn to make:

simple rosary chains (simple wire loops)wire wrapped link chains (wire wrapped loops)dangles and wire wrapped briolette drops clustered styles (earrings and bracelet)multi-strand necklaces and braceletshandmade headpins and ear wiresseveral finished earrings, bracelets, and necklaces you can wear right awayand so much more!

By the end of this course, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to make beautiful, professionally finished wire wrapped earrings, necklaces, and bracelets that you will be proud to wear, give as gifts, or even sell for profit!

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Your purchase is 100% RISK FREE with a 30 day money-back guarantee. If you don't learn anything new from this course, simply request a refund within your 30 day period for your money back, no questions asked.

GET STARTED MAKING BEAUTIFUL WIRE WRAPPED JEWELLERY TODAY - ENROLL NOW!

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Absolute beginners with no jewelry making experienceAnyone who wants to practice and refine their basic wire wrapping skills and learn new design ideas and variations step-by-step.
Those who already feel comfortable with the basic wire wrapping techniques and experimenting on their own may not gain much new technique from taking this course.
Students looking for advanced wire working skills (coiling, weaving, border wraps) should NOT take this course.

This is a beginner/intermediate level gardening course in landscape design.
Landscape design is morethan selecting plants for a project, it is the integration of all the elements and spaces that affect our outdoor living environment. In this course you will l be introduced to the objectives and principles that are essential to developing a strong design solution for either yourself or for a payingclient, all the while you'll be introduced to new garden and design ideas to help grow your design company. With lessonscovering how to interview the client, design contracts, form composition and selecting a design approach this course is a comprehensive and in-depth journey into the world of truly creative garden design. The practical skills of drafting to scale, and site surveyswill be explained.
Finally, how to take these skills, draw your garden design and create a conceptual garden plan for yourself, family or clientwill be covered in detail.
This is a course on garden design - not gardening. It is also NOT a course using computer aided design (CAD). The instruction will be in using pen, ink and paper - what I believe is the starting point for all design even if you choose to usea computer program later on. CAD is simply a tool, but if you do not know the basic principles and objectives of design, CAD won't help you. You'll simply do poor designs faster!
The conceptual plan is the starting point for any design project, opening discussion and refining the plan before construction drawings are prepared and it is this approach to design that I will be explaining, demonstrating and clarifying for the student.
What you will get out of this course:
74 lectures walking you through the entire process of creating a conceptual garden plan including garden design basicsApproximately 7 hours of instructionLifetime access to the instructor for advice, plan critique, contract review and encouragementLifetime access to the course and resources30-day, money back guaranteeCertificate of Completion when you've finished the CoursePure and practical advice Personal guidance and mentoring from someone (me!) who has been designing and creating gardens for over 35 yearsWho this course is for:
This course is for gardeners, landscape contractors, designers and students interested in improving their design capabilities. This course has been developed for those interested in learning landscape design including site surveys and basic differential elevation surveys.[object Object]

Have you ever wondered how animal communicators do what they do and wanted to do it for yourself but believed that you needed to have some kind of special gift, or unusual ability to have conversations with animals? I am a professional animal communicator and I have created this course to tell you that communicating with animals like I do is something that everyone can do... including you! For some people the results come instantly and they are able to start receiving messages after their first attempt, others have to develop their connection over time. Both ways, practice is vital and I highly recommend practicing with other peoples animals and not your own upon completing the course, which is why I have provided a practice group with the course or you may practice on the Udemy platform. Once you are more confident in yourself you can communicate with your own animals. Maybe you are interested in this course because there have been times when you know that your animal is trying to tell you something and you would like understand what that is. Or perhaps you would like to find the underlying cause of a behavioural challenge that you are experiencing with your animal. Even if you want nothing more than to have a casual conversation with your animal friend, then this course is for you. Please be aware that animal communication is a gift for life and should be respected,this is not a quick fix it does require practice like any language you learn! Having said that please check out the great reviews to see how many students have already had great results! I have taken the techniques that I use as a professional animal communicator, that I learnt after years of study and broken them down into this basic course, the aim of which is to explain the process of communicating with animals in a basic and simplified way. It gets right down to the practice of animal communication without the need for a lot of study or meditation. Because you don't need to be spiritual to communicate with animals, there is no need to follow a complicated routine to be able to connect with animals telepathically, but you do need to be willing to put what you learn here in this course into practice. You will need to practice!!
In this course, I will teach you the tools you need to deepen your connection with your animal and develop a more conscious communication with her. I cover the concepts behind animal communication, what it is, how animals do it and what you will need to do to prepare yourself for this kind of communication. You will learn techniques for quieting your mind and protecting yourself, and the animal before connecting with them. I will give you the link to a group where you will be able to practice what you have learnt in the course with other student's animals. I encourage you to keep a journal of your communications, as this will help you greatly during moments of self-doubt. You will have the tools and the knowledge necessary not only to start communicating but also to guide you through what you can expect along the way. I was not born psychic, I have spent years of hard work and studying to get to the point to be able to communicate telepathically with animals and it is something I take great pride in. It makes me just as proud now to be passing on what I have learnt to you, so that you too can experience the great pride and joy of communicating with animals. I look forward to taking this journey with you.

Please have realistic expectations about communicating with your own animals after finishing this course. It takes practice to trust what you receive as you have a vested interest in your own animal. Joining the group and practicing what you have learnt here with other students allows you to receive validation, which builds confidence and is also a wonderful way to meet likeminded people.

Who this course is for:
This course is for anyone who wishes to deepen their relationship with animals.
For animal lovers who want to be able to communicate telepathically with their animals.
For people who feel frustrated by behaviour, training or health issues with their animals.
For people who wish they could have their animals opinion about end-of-life decisions.
Shelter and rescue workers who would like to help the animals that you work with on a deeper level.
Professionals who work with animals including veterinarians, vet nurses, animal behaviourists, pet sitters, dog walkers and horse trainers who want to better understand the animals you work with.
I would not recommend this course if you do not believe that animals are capable of thinking and feeling emotions.
Please do not take this course if you are looking for a quick fix, the process taught in the course requires practice.