Victory Laps
- Morning routine is now smoother than a freshly pulled wire. Starting to feel less like a deer in headlights and more like… well, a slightly more coordinated deer.
- Outlets? We’re practically best friends now. Me and these boxes are developing a real understanding.
- Finally brought headphones – 4 hours of podcasts later, and I’m both wired and wired (electrical pun intended).
- That “slow is smooth, smooth is fast” mantra? It’s not just fortune cookie wisdom anymore. Starting to feel it in my bones.
- Got that money situation locked down tighter than a properly nutted wire. Bank account, clockin/ out, direct deposit, all that adult stuff? Check.
Today’s “Oh Snap” Moments
- Learned the hard way that 9:00-9:25 break time isn’t just a suggestion – it’s more like a constitutional amendment. My 8:50 bathroom emergency probably looked like a jailbreak attempt vs an honest going. 10 minutes early means come back 10 minutes early is what I was thinking, working by myself too.
Knowledge Bombs
- People keeps receipts on everyone. Not the paper kind – the “we see you taking that early break” kind, same thing with leaving early.
- Discovered these magical little caterpillar spacers – like tiny electric shims that make outlets kiss the drywall just right.
Tomorrow’s Tactical Adjustments
- Implementing strict water rationing protocols. Two water bottles max in the AM because apparently, I’ve been hydrating like I’m crossing the Sahara.
- Note to self: The urge to pee waits for no man, but maybe it can wait for official break time.
Pro Tip of the Day:
They’re watching more than your electrical work. Your timing, your breaks, your routines, phone usage – it all plays a part. Keep it professional, keep it punctual, and maybe keep that bladder in check.
Joe DiAndrea 