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Short practical notes intended to keep training and professional habits consistent. These posts avoid hype and focus on systems you can reuse.

Scope of practice: what “training” does and doesn’t authorize

February 13, 2026 • 4 min read

Training can improve skill, but it doesn’t automatically change what you’re legally allowed to do. A simple checklist helps you avoid accidental overreach.

Sanitation basics: a simple checklist that prevents most problems

February 13, 2026 • 5 min read

Most hygiene failures are predictable: missing steps, rushed resets, and inconsistent consumables. Checklists beat memory.

Student portfolios: what to document from day one

February 13, 2026 • 4 min read

Portfolios aren’t just pretty photos. The notes you keep (products, lighting, follow-ups) compound into faster improvement and safer practice.