Hi Will,
This is somewhat like you asking us to explain the meaning of life. My answer was to work for Steve. Steve would show me what needed to be done, how to do it and why. He would show me, supervise me on 1 or 2, and get to a point where he felt that I had it down. Steve has gone to be with the Lord but I'm sure that there are many out there like him.
The main concept that I want you and your friend to grasp Will, is your mortality. We tend to do things when we are young that could easily end or severely alter our lives. If you do your work safely, and work for a craftsman, you'll learn like a sponge.
But if you want the first official tip... Measure twice, cut once.
Good luck to you and your friend.
Joe
[This message has been edited by JoeTestingEngr (edited 12-26-2005).]
