Totally agree with @sarah_harris, that physical prep is key. I even lay out the next few parts in order so my brain can just click into gear.

Just read an article that said the average person has over 100 passwords now.

Exactly. I skip finish passes on 7075 all the time.

You said it was "lazy" to use 10 volume for everything, but I'd call it more of a time-saving shortcut that backfires. The developer strength really does change how the toner grabs and holds. Your mentor was spot on, and it's cool you tested it for yourself.

My old iPod shuffle changed my mind on that.