Section 12.8. An Upbeat Ending

12.8. An Upbeat Ending

My advice to those finding themselves becoming toolsmiths is to make it clear to everyone that this is what you are doing, to ask regularly for feedback about tools and the local environment, not to speak your mind too quickly, and to wait a couple of minutes before sending email, especially mail that you think is witty. With a good attitude, being a toolsmith can be a very satisfying way to use your time.