No matter how much you drill the proper protocol into someone's head, there are always those who think they've found a shortcut. Team members, DIY enthusiasts, and the ole' house painter – you name it, I've seen it. The newbies on my team rush through tasks, eyeing that 'speed demon' award, while the DIYers treat the prep list like a choose-your-own-adventure book, skipping steps as they please, and of course the house painter...well, he or she has a brush, so why not.  But alas, they're mistaken. Our methodology is solid for a reason. Sure, it's as exciting as watching paint dry, but that's where the magic happens!