Actually, that's not really how it works. A subfloor doesn't dry like paint. It reaches an equilibrium with the air in the room. In a damp basement without a dehumidifier, it might never get to a safe moisture level for installing flooring. Just waiting on the calendar isn't the move. You need to actually pull the moisture out of the air first. A working dehumidifier is non-negotiable in a space like that. Always check with a meter, not just a guess based on time.

Totally get how forced networking events feel awful. I landed a project just by complaining about my wifi to the guy fixing it at the library. There's something way more natural about helping people you see around town anyway, it doesn't feel like a sales pitch.

Set up a team to handle the shift from manual to CNC work. We found that letting operators help plan the change cuts down on fear and finds new roles for them. This way, you keep your skilled people and still get the benefits of automation.

You're spot on about reading the room. I remember catching a client's hesitant look across the table that changed how we pitched. Video calls just don't capture that subtle energy. Setting up is easier now, but we traded away some real connection.