[Seth Mallory]

On GRT we have done a number of things to help with burnout.
1) Train the students in the fall so they need little instruction and guidance. This cuts down on mental stress.

2) Cut back on shop hours. Over the years we have cut back 22 scheduled hours a week. At one point the team woke about 2 hours more a night then was scheduled. We now take Friday nights off. The same amount work gets done since the students have to plan for less time.

3) Have breaks for games and things. I would love to have our school Jazz band play for us one night.

4) Naps!! Since I get up at 3 AM for my other job and I get senior discounts I try to nap when I can. I track my sleep hours and if the hours get below 5 hours a day for 2 days I have to cut back.