Been here lately. Can’t wait to get back in another auto darkening hood. I think it has helped me focus on what I’m doing rather than just pulling the trigger and laying down some chicken poop. I’m not an awesome welder by any means but there are some days that I can lay down some beads that blow my mind! When I was in HS I was an awesome welder and actually led the welding class my junior year. Then I didn’t do much welding for quite a few years and it definitely killed what I had learned. Then when I got back into it I was always in too big of a hurry to do it right and care about how things looked. Now I want things to look good and be solid but I have a lot of habits to break.
There’s a metric crap ton of good advice for everyone in this thread right now Steve! I’m glad you started the discussion because it’s something I needed just as much as you or anyone else. Here’s my advice... Even when you have a deadline and have to get stuff done just stop and make sure your head is in the game. Spend a few minutes and put tools away (even ones you are going to use) grab a broom and do a quick sweep, or whatever you can find to do around the project but not necessarily on the project. Other than that... I’m in the same boat man. But it’s better than having your friend pull you all the back to the trailer from Greenday because your welds failed and your pinion angle changed instantly. You’re kickin butt man. Keep inspiring me.
