Today's story is about timing, toilets, and the truth about trade work that nobody talks about on career day. The Smooth Operator Moments Finally cracked the cleanup code: 5-minute warning before breaks/lunch, 10 minutes before final bell. Like a NASCAR pit crew, but with wire strippers. Found my flow with receptacles: strip all wires and … Continue reading 1414. The Great Bathroom Chronicles Day 5 of 1,800: Electrical Apprenticeship
1413. finding my flow
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 … Continue reading 1413. finding my flow
1412. When Reality Starts Getting Real
Remember that dating metaphor from last post? We're now in that comfortable phase where you start showing your real self – complete with wrong turns and restricted area violations. Today's Greatest Hits Finally found an alarm that doesn't sound like a dystopian warning signal, waking up in peace. Like a DJ getting into their groove, … Continue reading 1412. When Reality Starts Getting Real
1411. Day 2: A Rookie Electrician’s Field Notes
Remember how I said first days are like first dates? Well, day two is like that morning-after text – less awkward, more real. Wins That Made Me Feel Like I Knew What I Was Doing Morning flow hit different today – like a DJ who finally found their rhythm. Clock in, gear up, tools out, … Continue reading 1411. Day 2: A Rookie Electrician’s Field Notes
4010. A Rookie Electrician’s Apprentice First Day with the Union
There's something electric about first days – they're like first dates with destiny, but instead of dinner and drinks, you're courting your future self. The night before, you lay out your clothes like a teenager before prom: hard hat perfectly positioned, tools meticulously arranged, boots waiting expectantly by the door. Your stomach does that familiar … Continue reading 4010. A Rookie Electrician’s Apprentice First Day with the Union
1409. The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do at 10 PM
Here's the truth nobody tells you about changing your work schedule: it's going to suck. Hard. But that's not the interesting part. The interesting part is what happens next. When you flip your schedule upside down – like going from working from 4 pm until 10 PM to showing up at 6:30 AM... You're not … Continue reading 1409. The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do at 10 PM
1408. The Art of Productive Disruption: Embracing Schedule Chaos
Nobody tells you this, but the most significant changes in your life often start with your calendar getting turned inside out, then flipped upside down. You know that feeling when you're standing in the middle of your living room at 3 PM on a Tuesday, realizing that everything you've built your daily rhythm around is … Continue reading 1408. The Art of Productive Disruption: Embracing Schedule Chaos
1407. The ONE Thing: A Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your goals and to-do lists? Gary Keller's "The ONE Thing" offers a straight forward approach: success comes from narrowing your focus, not expanding it. We only have so much time in the day. The Domino Effect of Goal Setting Think of your goals like dominoes. When you line them … Continue reading 1407. The ONE Thing: A Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results
1406. I’m starting a new job Monday
My previous job was working at a fine dining restaurant, and now Monday, I start work as an electrical apprentice with Local 98 South and I'm damn excited about it. One of the best parts is that I left my job on good terms and always have that as a backup, shit, some regulars are … Continue reading 1406. I’m starting a new job Monday
1405. Happy New Years : Real Talk About Your Journey
Here we are, standing at the threshold of another year. And damn, what a ride it's been. The Rear-View Mirror: More Than Just Memories You know what's wild? Every L you took this year was actually a masterclass in disguise. Those moments when you felt like you were taking an L? That was just life … Continue reading 1405. Happy New Years : Real Talk About Your Journey




