I'm up late studying for a professional licensing exam next week. This is my final all day exam of my career so help me. I've take the two engineering exams and the first surveying exam and next week is the second surveying exam. If I pass, I will hold two professional licenses, one as an engineer, and one a surveyor. This is a pretty big deal for my profession, there are not many dual licensed engineers / surveyors, so this could open doors for salary increases and promotions. It's a test worth taking seriously when it comes to preparation.
That said, this is the first time I've studied for such an exam without a quarter can of skoal in my lip. In fact, it is quite possible, though it's hard to remember back now, that my first time really dipping consistently was when I was studying for the first engineering exam during my senior year of college.
However, on a positive side, this will also be the first time while taking the exam that I won't be rushing to get the last few problems done early so I can go out and put in a dip before coming back in for the afternoon session. So, at least this time around I won't be jonesing and I have to believe that can only help me perform stronger on the exam.
Anyway, just thought I'd share since its late, I'm tired, and I am not packing a can to help get me through a few more problems.
